Ascites
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Ascites in TCM
With the type of Chinese medicine, it is more focused on trying to do a tailored-made diagnosis. In traditional Chinese medicine, the doctors do not just categorize it as a kind of disease; we try to figure out exactly what type of syndrome (cause of disease) it is. Therefore, syndrome differentiation is a MUST in TCM diagnosis. With the right diagnosis, TCM doctor can be able to suit the remedy to the case. This is one of the characteristic of TCM treatment. Contact us today, we're here seven days a week.

Introduction to Ascites
Ascites is a condition that refers to the accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal or abdominal cavity. Ascites is most commonly caused by liver damage and other medical terms for this condition include peritoneal cavity fluid, hydroperitoneum or abdominal dropsy.  Ascites that is caused by liver damage is referred to as cirrhotic ascites. Ascites in the abdomen can also be traced back to other sources such as heart failure, kidney failure, and cancer.

Ascites is traditionally divided into two types or categories – exudative and transudative ascites depending on the amount of protein found in the peritoneal fluid.  Another method to categorize the type of ascites is by measuring the amount of albumin in the fluid and compare this to the serum albumin found in the blood. This is referred to as the SAAG or the Serum Ascites Albumin Gradient. Ascites caused by cirrhosis or heart failure generally has a SAAG score greater than 1.1 whereas the SAAG score of ascites caused by other reasons is generally lower than 1.1


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Special Hints for Your Diet in TCM
Special Hints for Your Diet in TCM
Traditional Chinese medicine is a fantastic art of healing. TCM doctors use not only herbal medicines for treating diseases, but also they pay close attention to the patient's diet. In TCM, it's required that a patient should have a proper diet during the whole course of treatment. A perfect TCM prescription together with a proper diet can make you recover from the disease as soon as possible. Following is our suggestions on your diet.
Foods fit to eat
1. Eating a heart-healthy diet low in fatty and cholesterol rich foods is also recommended. The American Heart Association recommends meals high in fiber, vitamins, minerals, and whole grains.
2. Foods that are recommended in the ascites diet include buttermilk, salads containing raw radish, honey, asafetida, and garlic.
Foods unfit to eat
1. You will need to avoid ready to eat meals and processed food items, especially products such as salad dressing, food mixes, and sauces as they tend to have a very high sodium content.
2. Avoid starchy foods like rice, grains, and potatoes as far as possible.
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