Providing a clear understanding of infertility, this practical resource analyses and describes the diagnoses and treatment of infertility - both male and female - with Chinese medicine. It includes Western medical information with explanations of physiology, reproductive biology, and modern infertility treatments to expand the understanding of patient options. Content discusses all aspects of achieving a successful pregnancy, including pre-conception care, conception, pregnancy and miscarriage, and modern medical treatments.

Features

Detailed and clear Chinese medicine treatment strategies are described
Information on reproductive biology and Western physiology are included to provide an understanding of the complexity of a patients symptoms and conditions
Western treatment options that may impact Chinese medicine treatment are described, along with details about how these two perspectives can work together
Clinical approached to supporting the early stages of a pregnancy and preventing miscarriage are included
Advice is offered on pre-conception help and the optimum diet and lifestyle choices for preparing for a pregnancy
Written by a specialist and well-known author in the field.
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Contents

1. A Tale of Two Clinics 2. The Menstrual Cycle 3. Charting the Menstrual Cycle 4. Diagnosis and Treatment of Female Infertility; Part One: Making a diagnosis Part Two: The treatment of functional infertility by TCM 5. Gynaecological Disorders Which Can Cause Infertility 6. Blockage of the Fallopian Tubes 7. Male Infertility 8. Pregnancy Loss, Miscarriage and Ectopic Pregnancy 9. Diet and Lifestyle 10. Assisted Reproduction Technology (ART) and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Appendices Appendix 1: Herbs Pinyin, Latin and Chinese Characters Appendix 2: Herbs which can move the Blood Appendix 3: Herbs Contraindicated During Pregnancy Appendix 4: Herbal Formulas Mentioned in this Book
440 Seiten, hc.