Dr. Shuguo Fan and Professor Ying Xu are well-respected figures in the world of Traditional Chinese Medicine, particularly in Flushing, New York, where they run a clinic known as Guo Yi Tang, located at 39-07 Prince Street. This clinic stands out as one of the top practitioners of alternative medicine in the U.S., known for its effective treatments that address both common and complex health issues often overlooked by conventional medical practices.
In our recent interview, Dr. Fan explained that conditions like chronic bronchitis in the elderly arise from the body’s natural decline with age, leading to reduced elasticity in the lungs and bronchial tissues. He noted that conventional methods, such as antibiotics, often fail to address these issues, especially since many cases are virus-induced. Furthermore, while common cough syrups may offer temporary relief, they do not treat the underlying causes and can lead to more harm when used repeatedly.
Dr. Fan elaborated on how Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) approaches this condition, referring to it in TCM terms as “cough” or “asthma.” Drawing on thousands of years of experience, TCM offers foundational treatments that can effectively cure these ailments, proving to be the most reliable method of care available today.
He highlighted the symptoms typical to elderly patients suffering from this condition, which may include coughing with frothy white sputum, yellow thick phlegm, or even severe coughing fits that last from ten to twenty minutes. Symptoms can escalate to serious levels, with patients experiencing tightness in the chest, facial flushing, and even hemoptysis.
Dr. Fan explained that such conditions often stem from acute bronchitis, usually triggered by common colds or influenza viruses, and exacerbated by environmental factors like smoking and air pollution. If not treated correctly, chronic bronchitis can persist for years.
In TCM, the treatment approach involves addressing several core issues in the body. For instance, if the initial cause is a cold, the treatment would focus on dispersing wind and alleviating cold symptoms, while a deficiency might require methods to reinforce the lungs and kidneys. The underlying conditions are believed to affect not only the bronchial tubes but also the lungs, spleen, and kidneys, necessitating a holistic treatment plan that includes nourishing lung qi, strengthening the spleen and stomach, and warming kidney function to achieve complete healing.
At Guo Yi Tang, the philosophy mirrors the age-old Chinese saying that a true healer treats patients with the heart of a parent. Dr. Fan and Professor Xu are committed to providing traditional Chinese medical services that reflect this ethos.
For those seeking to explore these healing methods or looking for consultations, appointments can be made by calling 929-607-3738. Their clinic is located at 39-07 Prince Street, Suite 4E, Flushing, NY 11354, and additional information is available on their website at www.guo-yi-tang.com.