Question
I experience chronic facial redness at night, especially during the evening hours. Sometimes one side of my face feels cool while the other side feels hot. I have not yet started menstruation, and I have no history of special treatment. I have no allergies or family history of hereditary diseases. I would like to inquire about the possible causes of this symptom and appropriate treatment methods.
Answer
The phenomenon of facial redness at night is initially suspected to be related to yin deficiency. Are there any other systemic symptoms, such as dry mouth and throat? It is recommended to visit the Traditional Chinese Medicine department of a hospital for a follow-up examination to further confirm the diagnosis. For those with yin deficiency, it is advisable to consume more nourishing and replenishing foods, such as sweet, cool, moistening, nourishing yin ingredients, and increase the intake of fresh vegetables and fruits or foods rich in fiber and vitamins. Choose high-quality protein sources as well. It is best to avoid spicy and irritating foods, warm and fragrant foods, and fried, sautéed, or stir-fried foods, and stay away from food that may exacerbate internal heat.