Acupuncture and Chinese medicine journal for practitioners and students

I read about Essiac long ago. My mother just told me that there is a growth on her uterus lying on top of her bladder and I know essiac is known to help all sorts of growths. I am also interested in hearing about other suggestions for alternative medicine. She says it is too risky to biopsy, or she is afraid of it spreading due to a biopsy, so the only other alternative is hysterectomy, any alternative ways to diagnose?

My Mom is on medicine for diabetes and her sugar has been high, she has an appointment this friday but says she will not give herself shots if it leads to that, is there another alternative?

My grandmother had a stroke 3 years ago which left her entire left side paralyzed. What are some ways to treat her or is this even possible?

Hello! I’m 16, 5’4, and weigh around 128-131 lbs usually. I’m not overweight, nor do I look it, however I would really love to lose some fat in my torso and thighs. I would also like to build up more muscle, and become more toned all over my body. I don’t really want to waste money on a gym membership, because with school and activities I’d be paying monthly for something I don’t even use :p. I have some 5 lb dumbbells, and I would rather not spend the money on a medicine ball and restraints until I know that I’ll be consistent with working out daily. xD I would appreciate any diet tips (not dieting, I don’t believe in diets. I mean like everyday healthy alternatives) and some ideas for toning/weight loss exercises you guys could give me. I have acid reflux, and really should pay more attention to foods that will be good for my stomach. Thank you so much, have a good one!

I’ve been having sex with my boyfriend for a few months now, though neither of us have been tested for STDs in the past year. We’ve always used condoms, except for oral sex, which has been unprotected. I’ve had a very mild sore throat continuously ever since I started performing oral sex on him a few months ago. I didn’t think much of it until today I noticed that there are a few tiny whiteish bumps deep under his (uncircumcised) foreskin,right at that spot where foreskin, shaft, and penis head meet. Also, he has a larger (pimple-sized) pinkish bump on his inner thigh, and his inner thighs are darker-colored, almost as if bruised (though it doesn’t seem to be going away). I asked him about the discoloration and he said that’s just normal for Chinese people like himself.
Any idea what’s going on with him? Are these all harmless things, or should I stop having sex with him and get him to the doctor ASAP?
Thanks!

I’ve been having sex with my boyfriend for a few months, though neither of us have been tested for STDs in the past year. We have always used condoms, except for oral sex, which has been unprotected. We haven’t ejaculated in the mouth though. I’ve had a very mild sore throat continuously ever since I started performing oral sex on him a few months ago. I didn’t think much of it until today I noticed that there are a few tiny whiteish bumps deep under his (uncircumcised) foreskin,right at that spot where foreskin, shaft, and penis head meet. Also, he has a larger (pimple-sized) pinkish bump on his inner thigh, and his inner thighs are darker-colored, almost as if bruised (though it doesn’t seem to be going away). I asked him about the discoloration and he said that’s just normal for Chinese people like himself.
Any idea what’s going on with him? Are these all harmless things, or should I stop having sex with him and get him and myself to the doctor ASAP?
Thanks!

I have always wanted to study medicine however I received an OP2 which means that I won’t be eligible for medicine. I am now trying to decide on an alternative pathway or career.
Some of the options I have been considering:
B of Science Majoring in Biomedical Science (3yrs) – OP9 or 10 –> then doing medicine (4yrs)
B of Biomedical Science (4yrs) – OP6 –> then doing medicine (4yrs)
B of Physiotherapy (4yrs) – OP2 –> then possibly doing medicine while working as a physio
(I’m not very sporty but I have spoken to some physiotherapists who say that I don’t really need to be)
B of Speech Pathology (4yrs) – OP4 –> then a Masters in Audiology (2yrs)
(I think audiology would also be an interesting option- a drawback though is that it would be a lot of referring patients to doctors rather than doing the work myself.)
Let me know what you think I should do.
Thanks

I have to go somewhere and I’ve had Chinese food. I have gas now and I don’t want to pass gas in front of everyone. I don’t have any medicine I can take. Please help.

I tried acupuncture, but it didn’t work, altho the Chinese herbs he recommended helped a little. I doubt I’ll ever get rid of this problem; I just want to shrink it enough to be able to sleep thru the night without getting up to pee.
I already take saw palmetto; it helps, but not enough.

I have a stye (eye infection) for about a few months. Yes I have been to not just a doctor, but several. I have been given medicine but no change of my eye infection. Surgery has been offered but I would like to see if any alternative cheaper solutions. Any advice? (by the way, I have done the warm compress thing and washing; does not work on my infection.)