How do Chinese medicine practitioners see patients?

Chinese medicine and Western medicine are two different medical systems that have different theoretical foundations and treatments. Chinese medicine emphasizes a holistic view and balance, believing that illness is the result of an imbalance in the body and that treatment should restore health by adjusting the body's natural balance. TCM mainly uses natural therapies such as Chinese herbs, acupuncture and tuina to treat diseases. Western medicine, on the other hand, places more emphasis on scientific research and evidence, and it uses modern medical technology and medication to treat illnesses symptomatically.

When choosing a medical treatment, you may consider the following factors:

Nature and severity of the disease: For some diseases, such as acute heart attack, stroke and other life-threatening diseases, Western medicine may offer more effective treatments. And for some chronic diseases or sub-healthy states, TCM may provide better treatment.

Accessibility of medical services: In some areas, TCM may be more widely available and convenient, while Western medicine may be more expensive and difficult to access.

Personal preferences and beliefs: Some people may prefer TCM and natural remedies, while others may have more trust in Western medicine and modern medical technology.

All in all, the choice of TCM or Western medicine should be considered according to the individual's situation and the characteristics of the disease.