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A Story About Functional Dyspepsia and Damjeok Disease Symptoms
Your stomach hurts, but you're told there's nothing wrong? You experience recurring heartburn and bloating, chest pressure, and even intermittent headaches, dizziness, insomnia, or feelings of depression. When you visit the doctor for tests, your upper endoscopy is clear, H. pylori isn't detected, and your stomach acid levels are reportedly normal. But...
Is GERD related to cough?
Persistent dry cough... Could it be due to stomach acid?
Why Reflux Esophagitis Causes Back Pain
This is not just a coincidence. We often hear people say their back hurts when they have indigestion. In fact, patients frequently describe it by saying, "My back gets stiff every time my stomach is upset," or "The inside of my left shoulder blade feels tight." Most people dismiss these as separate symptoms. Back pain is typically attributed to muscles or posture...
Frequent Flatulence: Why Am I Always Passing Gas?
Hello everyone. Today, I'm going to talk about a topic that might bring a slight smile, but is actually one symptom many people cautiously bring up in the consultation room: frequent flatulence...
Abdominal Bloating, Gas, and Structural Issues Not Showing Up on Tests
When many people come to the doctor for stomach issues, what they describe even more often than heartburn or pain is exactly this...
Abdominal Bloating (F, 28): Abdominal Gas, Abdominal Pain, and Loose Stools Worsening After Meals
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Chronic Indigestion (34M): Bloating, Nausea, and Dizziness with Irregular Eating Habits
Already have an account? <a href="/login?redirect=/">Sign in</a> <br><br> <b>Let's learn more about the ovarian age test and AMH test.</b> <br><br> The ovarian age test, or AMH test, is a test that identifies the number of ovarian reserve follicles remaining in the ovaries of women of reproductive age, helping to predict a woman's <b>ovarian function and ovarian age</b>. <br><br> AMH is an abbreviation for Anti-Müllerian Hormone, a hormone secreted by small follicles in a woman's ovaries. <br><br> The number of follicles <b>is already determined at birth</b> and gradually decreases with age. <br><br> Therefore, AMH levels reflect the number of remaining follicles in the ovaries, allowing for indirect prediction of <b>functional ovarian age</b>. <br><br> If AMH levels are high, it means many follicles remain in the ovaries; if AMH levels are low, it means fewer follicles remain. <br><br> However, <b>AMH levels alone cannot accurately diagnose ovarian age.</b> <br><br> AMH levels indicate the number of ovarian reserve follicles but do not indicate egg quality. <br><br> Furthermore, AMH levels can fluctuate with the menstrual cycle and are not an essential factor for pregnancy. <br><br> Therefore, ovarian age test results must be interpreted by comprehensively considering other test results and clinical information.
GERD, IBS, Phlegm Accumulation Syndrome?
Many people are diagnosed with **gastroesophageal reflux disease** at an internal medicine clinic due to symptoms of the upper gastrointestinal tract such as heartburn, indigestion, and chest pain. This condition is commonly referred to as `역류성식도염` in Korean, and in English, it is known as Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, or GERD for short....
GERD and Damjeok Disease?
Many people wonder about getting treatment at a Korean medicine clinic for GERD. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a condition that occurs when the lower esophageal sphincter (LES), which acts as a gateway between the stomach and esophagus, does not function properly. When the LES does not close properly or remains open, stomach acid, food, and other contents from the stomach move up through the esophagus...
What Are the Treatment Goals for Crohn's Disease and Inflammatory Bowel Disease?
Crohn's disease is a chronic form of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that can affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract from the mouth to the anus. However, it most commonly affects the large intestine and the terminal ileum, impacting up to 75% of patients with colonic or colon-related disease. It affects the general population...
Things GERD Patients Are Curious About
Hello, this is Choi Yeon-seung, the head director of Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic. Today, I'd like to talk about <b>preventing emerging infectious diseases</b>.<br> <br> The <b>COVID-19 pandemic</b>, which began last year, introduced us to new ways of life we had never experienced before. Adhering to daily preventive measures such as social distancing, mask-wearing, and handwashing became essential, and international travel became unimaginable. However, even if the <b>pandemic</b> ends, the threat of <b>emerging infectious diseases</b> will not disappear. On the contrary, the likelihood of new infectious diseases emerging is increasing due to factors like climate change and globalization.<br> <br> So, what should we do to protect ourselves from <b>emerging infectious diseases</b>? I'd like to introduce a few methods.<br> <br> <b>1. Maintain Strict Personal Hygiene</b><br> This is the most basic yet most important method. Make it a habit to wash your hands with soap for at least 30 seconds, observe cough etiquette (cover your cough with your sleeve), and wear a mask (when necessary).<br> <br> <b>2. Strengthen Your Immunity</b><br> A healthy body enhances resistance to viruses and bacteria. Regular exercise, sufficient sleep, and a balanced diet are essential for strengthening immunity. Korean medicine, in particular, offers various methods to boost immunity by balancing the 'five viscera and six bowels' (<i>Ojang Yukbu</i>) and promoting smooth circulation of 'Qi and blood' (<i>Gi-hyeol</i>).<br> <br> <b>3. Get Vaccinated</b><br> You should get all available vaccines, such as the flu shot. Vaccination is one of the most effective ways to protect our bodies from infectious diseases.<br> <br> <b>4. Rest When You're Sick</b><br> If you experience any unusual symptoms, you should immediately rest and visit a hospital for medical attention. Continuing activities while sick not only jeopardizes your own health but also increases the risk of spreading infectious diseases to those around you.<br> <br> <b>5. Pay Attention to Information and Respond Appropriately</b><br> Stay informed with accurate information provided by the government and healthcare institutions, and be careful not to be misled by false information or fake news. Furthermore, in the event of an infectious disease outbreak, it is crucial to follow expert instructions and respond correctly.<br> <br> <b>Emerging infectious diseases</b> can pose a continuous threat to our society. However, through individual efforts and collective societal cooperation, we can overcome them. Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic supports your healthy life and is committed to providing information for <b>preventing emerging infectious diseases</b> and offering Korean medicine treatments. Thank you.
Questions Patients Have During BPPV Treatment
안녕하세요 백록담한의원 대표원장 최연승입니다. 오늘은 많은 분들이 궁금해 하시는 소아 보약에 대해 이야기해보려 합니다. <br> <br> 소아 보약, 과연 언제부터 먹는 것이 좋을까요? 그리고 어떤 경우에 필요한지, 어떤 효과를 기대할 수 있는지 궁금하시죠? <br> <br> 자, 그럼 소아 보약에 대한 궁금증을 하나씩 풀어볼까요? <br> <br> <h3><b>소아 보약이란?</b></h3> 소아 보약은 성장기 아이들의 건강한 성장과 발달을 돕기 위해 한의학적 관점에서 처방되는 한약입니다. 면역력 강화, 체력 증진, 식욕 부진 개선, 집중력 향상 등 다양한 효과를 기대할 수 있습니다. <br> <br> <h3><b>소아 보약, 언제부터 먹는 것이 좋을까요?</b></h3> 일반적으로 소아 보약은 아이가 <b>돌이 지나고 나서</b>부터 복용할 수 있습니다. 다만, 아이의 개월 수나 건강 상태에 따라 <b>전문의와 상담 후</b> 결정하는 것이 중요합니다. <br> <br> <h3><b>어떤 아이에게 소아 보약이 필요할까요?</b></h3> <ol> <li><b>잔병치레가 잦고 면역력이 약한 아이:</b> 감기, 비염 등 잦은 질병으로 고생하는 아이들에게 면역력 강화를 통해 건강한 성장을 돕습니다.</li> <li><b>식욕 부진이나 편식이 심한 아이:</b> 성장 발달에 필요한 영양 섭취가 부족한 아이들에게 식욕을 돋우고 소화 기능을 개선하여 고른 영양 섭취를 돕습니다.</li> <li><b>성장 발달이 또래보다 느린 아이:</b> 키 성장, 체중 증가 등 성장 발달이 더딘 아이들에게 성장 촉진을 돕습니다.</li> <li><b>체력이 약하고 쉽게 피로해하는 아이:</b> 활동량이 많은 성장기 아이들에게 체력 증진과 피로 회복을 돕습니다.</li> <li><b>집중력이 부족하고 학습 능률이 떨어지는 아이:</b> 뇌 기능 활성화와 집중력 향상을 통해 학습 능률을 높이는 데 도움을 줍니다.</li> </ol> <br> <br> <h3><b>소아 보약의 주요 효과</b></h3> <ol> <li><b>면역력 강화:</b> 외부 환경 변화에 대한 저항력을 높여 잔병치레를 줄이고 건강한 신체를 유지하도록 돕습니다.</li> <li><b>성장 촉진:</b> 성장 호르몬 분비를 촉진하고 영양 흡수율을 높여 키 성장과 체중 증가 등 성장 발달을 돕습니다.</li> <li><b>식욕 부진 개선 및 소화 기능 향상:</b> 소화기 기능을 활성화하여 식욕을 돋우고 영양소 흡수를 원활하게 합니다.</li> <li><b>체력 증진 및 피로 회복:</b> 신체 전반의 기력을 보충하고 피로 물질을 배출하여 활기찬 생활을 돕습니다.</li> <li><b>집중력 및 학습 능력 향상:</b> 뇌 기능 활성화와 스트레스 완화를 통해 집중력을 높이고 학습 능률을 향상시킵니다.</li> </ol> <br> <br> <h3><b>백록담한의원 소아 보약의 특징</b></h3> 저희 백록담한의원에서는 아이의 체질과 건강 상태를 <b>1:1 맞춤 진료</b>를 통해 정확하게 진단하고, <b>개별 맞춤 처방</b>을 원칙으로 합니다. 또한, <b>식약처의 엄격한 기준을 통과한 안전한 한약재만을 사용</b>하며, <b>아이들이 거부감 없이 복용할 수 있도록 맛과 향에도 세심한 신경</b>을 씁니다. <br> <br> 소아 보약은 단순한 영양제가 아닌, 아이의 건강한 미래를 위한 투자입니다. 우리 아이의 건강한 성장을 위해 백록담한의원에서 <b>전문적인 상담</b>을 받아보시는 것을 추천합니다. <br> <br> 다음 포스팅에서는 소아 보약 복용 시 주의사항에 대해 자세히 알아보겠습니다. 많은 기대 부탁드립니다! <br>