Thyroid nodules are more common in women, especially those aged 20 to 45 years. The prevalence of asymptomatic thyroid nodules in China is about 45%, of which about 5% may turn into malignant tumors. People with thyroid nodules may experience symptoms such as pressure in the neck or difficulty swallowing. In this regard, in addition to surgery or regular follow-up, Chinese medicine conditioning can also play an auxiliary role.
Thyroid function and disease classification
The thyroid gland is an important endocrine gland in the human body that regulates many functions including metabolism, energy levels and the nervous system. Thyroid diseases are divided into two categories: "functional abnormalities" and "morphological abnormalities". Functional abnormalities include hyperthyroidism (excessive secretion) and hypothyroidism (insufficient secretion); morphological abnormalities include thyroid enlargement and nodules (such as cysts, adenoma or carcinoma). Most thyroid nodules are benign, but they require regular follow-up to prevent deterioration or compression of the trachea, esophagus, etc.
People with thyroid nodules may experience symptoms such as pressure in the neck or difficulty swallowing. (Photo provided by Heho Health)
TCM perspective and conditioning
TCM believes that thyroid nodules belong to the category of "goiter" or "qi goiter", which is related to factors such as emotional stress, family heredity and eating habits. They can be divided into the following four types of constitutions:
- Qi stagnation type: common in people who are under great pressure, impatient and prone to anxiety.
- Blood stasis type: related to poor circulation or slow metabolism, more common in people who lack exercise or have chronic diseases
- Yin deficiency type: People who prefer to stay up late and eat irritating foods (such as spicy and fried foods) are more likely to suffer from this disease.
- Phlegm-dampness type: related to the intake of high-sugar, high-fat foods and living in a humid environment.
Traditional Chinese medicine can regulate nodules and improve blood circulation and physical fitness through Chinese medicine. Clinical examples show that it can help nodules shrink or even disappear, and significantly improve patients' anxiety.
Traditional Chinese medicine believes that thyroid nodules are related to emotional stress, family heredity, and dietary habits. (Photo provided by Heho Health)
Daily health advice
- Regular work and rest schedule: get enough sleep and avoid staying up late.
- Stress relief and relaxation: find a suitable way to release stress and keep a peaceful mood.
- Develop exercise habits: promote blood circulation and excrete metabolic waste.
- Balanced diet: Eat more fresh fruits and vegetables and high-quality protein, and reduce high-sugar, high-fat, spicy and irritating foods.
- Avoid bad habits: quit smoking and drinking, and stay away from unhealthy lifestyles.
- Acupoint massage: You can massage the "Sanyinjiao Point" and "Taichong Point" once in the morning and evening every day, each time for 3 to 5 minutes to promote body circulation.
Through traditional Chinese medicine conditioning and health management, patients with thyroid nodules can effectively control the disease, restore health, and reduce the discomfort and stress caused by the nodules.
This article is used with permission from Heho Health.
