What does the doctor mean by ingot?

The ingot the doctor said has the following different meanings:

1. shape: In traditional Chinese medicine, "ingot" refers to a medicine with a specific shape, which is similar to the gold and silver ingots used in ancient China, and is rectangular or oblate. Doctors may use the word "ingot" when describing the formula of drugs, pills or traditional Chinese medicine.

2. Acupoints: In the field of acupuncture in traditional Chinese medicine, "Yuanbao" can also refer to an important acupoint in the human body, located around the navel. This point is related to zang-fu organs and meridians, and is often used to regulate qi and blood circulation and treat specific diseases. When the doctor uses the word "Yuanbao", it is best to ask the doctor himself further to make sure that you understand its specific meaning correctly. Different doctors and different medical fields may have different definitions and explanations.