A 37-year-old woman constantly sweats. Mulberry leaf, used for clearing heat and detoxifying, is ineffective. The physician recommends treating with astragalus slice steeped in water.
I am a 37-year-old female. Recently, I have been experiencing excessive sweating. Using mulberry leaves for clearing heat and detoxification hasn't been effective. My doctor recommended泡 water with Astragalus tablets. Can this treat my condition?
Doctor's answer (1)
From the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine, excessive sweating may be due to qi deficiency leading to poor containment, resulting in abnormal opening and closing of the skin pores and subsequent leakage of sweat. It could also be caused by internal heat due to yin deficiency, forcing body fluids to excrete externally. Mulberry leaves can dispel wind-heat and clear the liver to improve vision; they are mainly used to treat wind-heat syndromes. If sweating is not caused by such factors, the therapeutic effect will naturally be unsatisfactory. Astragalus (Huangqi), which functions to strengthen qi and secure the exterior, is theoretically suitable for treating excessive sweating caused by qi deficiency. Taking it steeped in hot water facilitates absorption of its medicinal components, thereby helping regulate bodily functions and reduce sweat secretion.
As recommended by a physician, an appropriate amount of astragalus slices should be steeped in boiling water and can be re-steeped multiple times during consumption. Ensure the quality of the astragalus slices by purchasing them from reputable sources to guarantee efficacy. During consumption, avoid eating spicy, greasy, raw, or cold foods, as these may interfere with the medicine's effectiveness.
