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The Real Reason You Often Feel Bloated – Could It Be 'This'?
Hello, this is Baeknokdam Korean Medicine Clinic. I am Director Lee Jung-yoon, a Korean medicine doctor specializing in obstetrics and gynecology. In this session, we will learn about uterine diseases and post-miscarriage recovery care. <p><b>Korean Medicine Treatment for Uterine Diseases</b></p> <p> The uterus is a very important organ directly related to women's health.<br> It plays a role in conceiving and giving birth to life, and is closely associated with female hormone secretion through menstruation.<br> In Korean medicine, the goal is to strengthen uterine function by warming the uterus and promoting smooth blood circulation. </p> <p><b>Main Methods of Korean Medicine Treatment</b></p> <p> These include acupuncture, moxibustion, and herbal medicine treatment.<br> We establish individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's constitution and symptoms.<br> In particular, we focus on <b>removing stagnant blood</b> and <b>replenishing vital energy and blood</b> to restore uterine health and prevent recurrence. </p> <p><b>Importance of Post-Miscarriage Recovery Care</b></p> <p> Miscarriage is an experience that places a great physical and mental burden.<br> After surgery, the uterus becomes weakened and vulnerable to infection, and if stagnant blood remains, it can negatively impact future pregnancies.<br> Korean medicine recovery care helps the uterus recover quickly, removes stagnant blood, and replenishes vital energy and blood to create a healthy body condition for future pregnancies. </p> <p><b>What Sets Baeknokdam Korean Medicine Clinic Apart</b></p> <p> Baeknokdam Korean Medicine Clinic provides optimized, customized treatment for each individual patient, with consultations directly by a <b>Korean medicine obstetrics and gynecology specialist</b>.<br> Furthermore, we use only <b>safe and clean herbal ingredients</b> for our preparations and promise <b>kind and meticulous care</b>.<br> Please feel free to visit us for a consultation anytime. </p>
Accumulating on the Skin: White Scales and Conspicuous Redness | Incheon Psoriasis Korean Medicine Clinic
안녕하세요 백록담한의원 입니다. 한방부인과 전문 한의사 부부가 운영하는 백록담한의원은 <br> 여자 한의사가 진료하는 백록담한의원 입니다. <br><br> 오늘은 생리불순으로 고생하는 여성분들을 위한 생리불순에 대해 포스팅하려고 합니다. <br> 생리불순은 불규칙적인 배란과 호르몬 분비의 이상으로 인해 생리 주기가 비정상적으로 길어지거나 <br> 짧아지는 등의 변화를 보이는 상태를 말합니다. <br><br> 일반적으로 생리 주기는 21일에서 35일 사이가 정상 범위로 간주됩니다. <br> 하지만 생리불순은 이러한 정상 범위를 벗어나 <br> 생리 주기가 너무 짧거나 길어지는 경우, <br> 생리가 오랫동안 없는 경우, <br> 생리량이 지나치게 많거나 적은 경우, <br> 생리통이 심한 경우 등 다양한 형태로 나타날 수 있습니다. <br><br> 생리불순의 원인은 매우 다양합니다. <br> 스트레스, 불규칙한 생활 습관, 과도한 다이어트, 수면 부족 등 생활 습관과 관련된 요인들이 큰 영향을 미칠 수 있습니다. <br> 또한 다낭성 난소 증후군, 갑상선 질환, 자궁 근종, 자궁 내막증과 같은 내분비 질환이나 <br> 부인과 질환도 생리불순의 원인이 될 수 있습니다.
Thin Stool: What Are the Causes? | Incheon Constipation, Sensation of Incomplete Defecation
<p>Hello. This is Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic.</p> <p>Today, I'd like to talk about <b>'dizziness'</b>.</p> <p>Dizziness is one of the symptoms commonly experienced in daily life.</p> <p>While it's common and often easily dismissed, dizziness can be a warning sign of serious illnesses such as stroke, brain tumors, or Meniere's disease, thus requiring attention.</p> <br> <img src="https://baekrokdam.com/img/dizziness.jpg" alt="Dizziness image"> <br> <br> <p>Dizziness can be broadly classified into two types.</p> <p><b>1. Peripheral Vertigo</b></p> <p><b>2. Central Vertigo</b></p> <br> <p>Today, we will delve into <b>Peripheral Vertigo</b> among these two types of dizziness.</p> <p>Peripheral vertigo often occurs due to <u>abnormalities in the ear's balance organs</u> and accounts for approximately 80% of all vertigo cases.</p> <p>Peripheral vertigo can be accompanied by the following symptoms:</p> <ul> <li>Vertigo worsens with head movements.</li> <li>Symptoms such as tinnitus, hearing loss, or a feeling of ear fullness may appear.</li> <li>Digestive symptoms such as nausea and vomiting may also be present.</li> </ul> <br> <p>Typical causative diseases of peripheral vertigo include:</p> <ul> <li><b>Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)</b></li> <li><b>Meniere's Disease</b></li> <li><b>Vestibular Neuritis</b></li> </ul> <br> <p>Next time, we will learn about <b>Central Vertigo</b>.</p> <p>Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic is doing its best for the speedy recovery of patients suffering from dizziness.</p> <p>Thank you.</p>
Spinning Vertigo, Round and Round | Incheon BPPV
<p>Hello, this is Baeknokdam Korean Medicine Clinic.<br> Are you taking good care of your health during the changing seasons?</p> <p>As the cold weather begins, outdoor activities decrease, and indoor living increases.<br> Due to poor air circulation and dry environments,<br> immunity often weakens, making us susceptible to various illnesses.</p> <p>Especially, <b>children often suffer from frequent colds.</b><br> So, why do children's colds occur more often, and why is treatment also difficult?</p> <p>In this regard, we will take some time to explain in detail about <b>the characteristics and causes of children's colds, and Korean medicine treatment.</b></p>
When You Suddenly Feel Anxious and Want to Run Away… Early Warning Signs of a Panic Attack | Panic Disorder
<p>Hello. This is Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic.</p> <p>Is everyone taking good care of their health?</p> <p>Today, I'd like to post about <strong>endometriosis</strong>.</p> <p>We've posted about endometriosis before,</p> <p>As explained in our previous post, endometriosis is a condition where endometrial tissue abnormally grows in areas outside the uterine cavity.</p> <p>It is known to affect approximately 6-10% of women of reproductive age.</p> <p>It is especially prevalent among young women,</p> <p>and endometriosis is also a major cause of infertility in women of reproductive age.</p> <p>In its early stages, endometriosis often presents with no specific symptoms or only mild symptoms,</p> <p>leading to many cases where it goes undiagnosed and untreated.</p> <p>However, if you experience symptoms such as <strong>chronic pelvic pain, dysmenorrhea (menstrual pain), dyspareunia (painful intercourse), or irregular bleeding</strong>,</p> <p>it is advisable to consider endometriosis.</p> <p>Endometriosis is a progressive disease that worsens over time,</p> <p>as symptoms gradually intensify.</p> <p>In advanced cases, it can invade surrounding organs,</p> <p>leading to excruciating pain.</p> <p>The pain caused by endometriosis is known to be more severe than that of almost any other condition,</p> <p>and is a primary cause of a significant decrease in patients' quality of life.</p> <p>However, even with modern medicine, the exact cause of endometriosis has not yet been precisely identified.</p> <p>While the cause of endometriosis remains unclear,</p> <p>it is presumed to result from a complex interaction of various factors such as <strong>retrograde menstruation, genetic factors, immunological factors, and environmental hormones (endocrine disruptors)</strong>.</p> <p>In modern medicine, treatments for endometriosis</p> <p>typically involve medication and surgical interventions,</p> <p>often focusing on symptom relief through hormonal therapy or pain medication prescriptions.</p> <p>However, endometriosis is known for its very high recurrence rate,</p> <p>with approximately 50% of cases recurring within 5 years after surgery.</p> <p>If endometriosis continues to recur, it not only diminishes the quality of life</p> <p>but can also lead to infertility, making early and accurate diagnosis</p> <p>and treatment crucial.</p> <p>At Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic, we view the cause of endometriosis not merely as retrograde menstruation,</p> <p>but as <strong>blood stasis and coldness in the uterus</strong>.</p> <p>Blood stasis obstructs blood circulation within the uterus, causing menstrual pain,</p> <p>and promotes the abnormal proliferation of endometrial tissue, leading to endometriosis.</p> <p>Coldness in the uterus hinders blood circulation within the uterus,</p> <p>and exacerbates blood stasis, thereby causing endometriosis.</p> <p>At Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic, we aim to identify these underlying causes of endometriosis</p> <p>and provide fundamental treatment.</p> <p>For the treatment of endometriosis, Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic offers various Traditional Korean Medicine treatments such as <strong>herbal medicine, acupuncture, moxibustion, and cupping therapy</strong>.</p> <p>If you are suffering from endometriosis,</p> <p>why not visit Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic for a consultation?</p>
Gout: Why It Recurs | Songdo Gout
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Improving My Thin Build, I Want to Gain Weight Too | Incheon Weight Gain Herbal Medicine
“Gain some weight!” While this might sound like the most enviable worry in the world, for those actually experiencing it, it's an undeniable source of stress. A body type that doesn't gain weight, no matter how much they eat. They have low stamina, clothes don't fit well, and they're often misunderstood as being 'sensitive' or 'lacking energy.'...
Irregular Periods: It's Not Control, It's Recovery | Songdo Irregular Periods
<p>Hello, this is Baengnokdam Korean Medicine Clinic.</p> <p>Today, we would like to talk about <span style="color: #0000ff;"><strong>'facial nerve paralysis,' one of the conditions</strong></span> that can occur in our bodies due to the sudden colder weather.</p> <p>Facial nerve paralysis often appears suddenly, especially when one wakes up in the morning.</p> <p>Initially, you may experience symptoms such as <span style="color: #0000ff;"><strong>'the mouth is twisted' or 'the eye doesn't close.'</strong></span></p> <p>If you visit a hospital with these symptoms, medical staff will first conduct various tests to rule out the possibility of serious conditions such as <span style="color: #0000ff;"><strong>'stroke' or 'brain tumor.'</strong></span></p> <p>If these conditions are ruled out, it is mostly diagnosed as <span style="color: #0000ff;"><strong>'peripheral facial nerve paralysis.'</strong></span></p> <p>Peripheral facial nerve paralysis is also commonly referred to as <span style="color: #0000ff;"><strong>'Guanwasa' or 'Wasapung.'</strong></span></p> <p>This condition is prone to occur when immunity is lowered due to factors such as sudden exposure to cold wind, overwork, or stress.</p> <p>Especially in suddenly colder weather like recently, extra caution is needed.</p> <p>For facial nerve paralysis, <span style="color: #0000ff;"><strong>early treatment is very important.</strong></span></p> <p>It is known that <span style="color: #0000ff;"><strong>starting treatment within 3 days</strong></span> after symptoms appear is most effective.</p> <p>This is because the longer it is delayed, the longer the treatment period becomes, and the higher the possibility of lingering after-effects.</p> <p>At Baengnokdam Korean Medicine Clinic, we provide various traditional Korean medicine treatments for facial nerve paralysis, including <span style="color: #0000ff;"><strong>acupuncture, pharmacopuncture, herbal medicine, moxibustion, and cupping.</strong></span></p> <p>We help patients recover by <span style="color: #0000ff;"><strong>establishing customized treatment plans</strong></span> tailored to each individual's symptoms and constitution.</p> <p>Please take care of your health in this suddenly colder weather, and if you experience any symptoms of facial nerve paralysis, please do not hesitate to visit Baengnokdam Korean Medicine Clinic.</p> <p>Thank you.</p>
Why Your Stomach Gurgles, Feels Bloated, and Swells Up – Abdominal Bloating
<p>Hello. This is Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic.</p> <p>Today, I'd like to talk about the treatment of <strong>facial paralysis</strong>, which is one of my main areas of practice.</p> <p>Facial paralysis is an unfamiliar condition that can strike suddenly.</p> <p>It is commonly referred to as <b>Bell's palsy</b>.</p> <p>It can be disconcerting when symptoms of facial paralysis appear suddenly.</p> <p>Looking in the mirror, you might notice that one side of your facial muscles doesn't move, making your face appear asymmetrical. Your mouth corner might droop, water might leak when you brush your teeth, you might struggle to close your eye properly, and wrinkling your forehead could be difficult. These are just some of the various discomforts that can accompany the condition.</p> <p>In severe cases, pain may even occur behind the ear.</p> <p>Facial paralysis is commonly believed to be triggered by exposure to cold wind or excessive stress.</p> <p>However, facial paralysis doesn't occur solely due to cold wind or stress.</p> <p>Facial paralysis can also result from a weakened immune system leading to viral infection, or it can manifest as a precursor symptom of neurological conditions such as a stroke.</p> <p>Therefore, if you experience symptoms of facial paralysis, accurate diagnosis and treatment are essential.</p> <p>At Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic, we accurately identify the causes and symptoms of facial paralysis to provide personalized treatment for each patient.</p> <p>Through various traditional Korean medicine treatments, including acupuncture, moxibustion, cupping, and herbal medicine, we strive to alleviate facial paralysis symptoms and minimize sequelae.</p> <p>If you are suffering from facial paralysis, please visit Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic.</p> <p>We are dedicated to helping you regain your health through compassionate and meticulous care.</p> <p>Thank you.</p>
Quiet ADHD? What are the Symptoms? | Songdo ADHD
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Daily Diarrhea After Gallbladder Removal Surgery… Why Am I Not Recovering? | Gallbladder Removal Surgery Complications
The surgery went well. They removed my gallbladder, and the doctor said, 'You'll be fine now.' But in reality, life after surgery isn't fine. Every morning I'm in and out of the bathroom multiple times, I eat but can't digest properly, and I constantly feel drained. 'They said I didn't need my gallbladder... so why does my body...'
Gout Attack, That Unbearable Pain | Incheon Gout Treatment
Even a gentle breeze feels like a searing pain cutting into my flesh. Breaking the quiet of a peaceful night, excruciating pain and heat radiate from my big toe. Moments when even a shirt collar, the mere weight of a blanket, feels like a colossal boulder. That's how gout arrives without warning, with an overwhelming pain that can even shatter a king's dignity...