Q In what order is PMS Korean medicine treatment conducted?
A After diagnosis, intensive herbal medicine prescriptions tailored to the luteal phase and acupuncture treatment are carried out for 2 to 3 cycles. Once symptoms subside, the treatment transitions to a maintenance phase to continue management aimed at preventing recurrence.
Detailed Answer
Stage 1 (Cycle 1): After diagnosing the constitution, prescriptions (herbal medicines that relieve Qi circulation) and acupuncture treatment tailored to the Liver Qi Stagnation Constitution begin. Patients visit the clinic 1 to 2 times a week during the luteal phase. Stage 2 (Cycles 2–3): Prescriptions are adjusted while monitoring symptom improvement. Stabilization occurs in the order of edema, breast pain, and mood swings. Stage 3 (Maintenance): Once symptoms reach a manageable level, the frequency of visits is reduced, and the treatment pattern shifts to intensive management during the luteal phase.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
The goal is not simply to suppress this month's symptoms, but to develop a constitution where Liver Stagnation accumulates less in each cycle. Many people experience their PMS symptoms decreasing to "slight discomfort before their period" after going through the three steps.
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