Question
What to Do for a 5-Year-Old Child with Liver Qi Stagnation?
Answer
Liver Qi stagnation requires improvement through dialectical use of traditional Chinese medicine. It is important to note that heat belongs to Yang, dampness to Yin. Cooling herbs are used for clearing heat, but they can also aid dampness; warming herbs are used for treating dampness, but they can also aid heat. Additionally, many dampness-relieving herbs are aromatic and drying, which can deplete body fluids. Therefore, careful clinical discernment is necessary, and the dosage of medication should be carefully controlled.