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What Causes Headaches Accompanied by Hyperacusis? | Migraine

안녕하세요. 백록담 한의원 입니다. Mental illnesses are sometimes referred to as a "cold of the mind," but it's difficult to consider them as mere fleeting symptoms that pass like a common cold. In particular, mental illnesses such as schizophrenia can worsen over time and become more challenging to treat, making early diagnosis and treatment extremely important. While many patients suffer from mental illnesses, social prejudice and stigma often lead them to miss timely treatment or feel compelled to hide their condition. Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic aims to help all those suffering from mental illness, despite these difficulties, find the courage to seek treatment and reclaim a healthy life. Today, we will delve into schizophrenia, one of these mental illnesses. What is schizophrenia, and what symptoms does it present? Schizophrenia is one of the most prominent mental illnesses caused by brain dysfunction. It was formerly known as *Jeongsinbunyeoljeung* (정신분열증), but its name was changed to schizophrenia in 2011 to improve the negative perception of the illness. Patients with schizophrenia experience a diminished ability to distinguish between reality and unreality, exhibiting abnormalities in overall mental functions such as thought, emotion, and behavior, leading to significant difficulties in daily life. Key symptoms include: 1. Delusions These are firmly held, abnormal and unrealistic beliefs about oneself or the surrounding world. For example, symptoms may include believing someone is trying to harm them or that they possess special abilities. 2. Hallucinations These are sensory experiences of seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not actually present. The most common form is auditory hallucinations, where individuals often hear sounds or voices that others cannot. 3. Disorganized Thought and Speech The flow of thought is irregular and confused, making logical conversation difficult. Symptoms include rambling or repeating meaningless words. 4. Disorganized Behavior This includes repetitive actions without purpose, inappropriate emotional expressions, and neglect of hygiene, among other abnormal behaviors. 5. Negative Symptoms These are symptoms where normal mental functions are diminished, presenting as apathy, avolition (lack of motivation), social withdrawal, anhedonia (loss of pleasure), and reduced emotional expression. These symptoms can vary from patient to patient and may also change over time. If you suspect symptoms of schizophrenia, please do not hesitate to visit Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic for an accurate diagnosis and treatment. In our next post, we will explore the causes and treatment methods of schizophrenia in more detail.

최연승 6/27/2025

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When You Have a Headache and Feel Nauseous | Incheon Headache & Indigestion

Hello. This is Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic. Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic is a Korean medicine clinic located in Jeju, and we are doing our best for the health of Jeju citizens, Jeju residents, and tourists visiting Jeju. A concern anyone who is a woman might have, Menopause! Are you perhaps going through a difficult time due to menopausal symptoms? Today, we will learn more about female menopause. <img src="https://baekrokdam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Untitled-1-4.jpg" alt="여성 갱년기 치료 한의원" class="wp-image-3893" srcset="https://baekrokdam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Untitled-1-4.jpg 1200w, https://baekrokdam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Untitled-1-4-300x170.jpg 300w, https://baekrokdam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Untitled-1-4-1024x580.jpg 1024w, https://baekrokdam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Untitled-1-4-768x435.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px"> What is menopause? Female menopause refers to the period when ovarian function declines, female hormone secretion decreases, leading to menopause. Typically, it appears in the late 40s to early 50s, but the onset time can vary depending on the individual. Menopausal symptoms can include irregular menstruation, hot flashes, night sweats, insomnia, anxiety, depression, osteoporosis, sexual dysfunction, fatigue, and other various physical and psychological symptoms. These symptoms can lower a woman's quality of life and can cause many difficulties in daily life, thus requiring active management and treatment. <img src="https://baekrokdam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Untitled-1-5.jpg" alt="여성 갱년기 치료 한의원" class="wp-image-3894" srcset="https://baekrokdam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Untitled-1-5.jpg 1200w, https://baekrokdam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Untitled-1-5-300x170.jpg 300w, https://baekrokdam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Untitled-1-5-1024x580.jpg 1024w, https://baekrokdam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Untitled-1-5-768x435.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px"> Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic's Female Menopause Treatment At Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic, we provide personalized, customized treatment to alleviate female menopausal symptoms. In Korean medicine, menopause is viewed as a state of bodily imbalance, and the goal is to improve the overall function of the body, alleviate symptoms, and restore health. Key treatment methods include herbal medicine, acupuncture, moxibustion, cupping therapy, and more. 1. Herbal Medicine Herbal medicine, prescribed according to an individual's constitution and symptoms, helps alleviate menopausal symptoms by regulating female hormone balance, improving qi and blood circulation, and strengthening the body's immunity. 2. Acupuncture Acupuncture has the effect of facilitating the flow of qi and blood, relieving pain, and reducing stress. 3. Moxibustion Moxibustion warms the body and promotes blood circulation, helping to alleviate coldness and pain. 4. Cupping Therapy Cupping therapy is effective in removing blood stasis and improving blood circulation, thereby alleviating muscle pain or fatigue caused by menopause. <img src="https://baekrokdam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Untitled-1-6.jpg" alt="여성 갱년기 치료 한의원" class="wp-image-3895" srcset="https://baekrokdam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Untitled-1-6.jpg 1200w, https://baekrokdam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Untitled-1-6-300x170.jpg 300w, https://baekrokdam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Untitled-1-6-1024x580.jpg 1024w, https://baekrokdam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Untitled-1-6-768x435.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px"> Female menopause is a natural process that comes to every woman. However, if you are having a difficult time due to menopausal symptoms, don't struggle alone; please visit Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic. At Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic, we will carefully diagnose each individual's health condition and establish the most suitable treatment plan to help you have a healthy and vibrant menopause. Inquiries and Reservations: 064-747-1075

최연승 6/20/2025

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I Get Splitting Headaches and Vomit Before Every Period | Premenstrual Headaches and Vomiting

Hello. This is Baengnokdam Korean Medicine Clinic. Today, we'd like to discuss facial palsy. Facial palsy refers to a condition caused by <a href="link1">various factors</a>, where one side of the face experiences paralysis, the mouth turns to one side, the eye doesn't close properly, and other facial abnormalities occur. <img src="image1.jpg" alt="구안와사란?" title="구안와사란?"> Facial palsy is also commonly known as peripheral facial palsy, with Bell's palsy generally being the most common type. Key symptoms include: <ul> <li>Weakness or paralysis of muscles on one side of the face</li> <li>Difficulty closing the eye (lagophthalmos)</li> <li>Drooping of the corner of the mouth on one side and drooling</li> <li>Reduced sense of taste</li> <li>Hyperacusis (tinnitus)</li> <li>Facial pain or discomfort</li> </ul> and so on. <img src="image2.jpg" alt="구안와사 증상" title="구안와사 증상"> While the exact cause of facial palsy is often unknown, viral infections (such as herpes virus), weakened immunity, stress, overwork, and exposure to cold drafts are considered major contributing factors. In Korean medicine, facial palsy is regarded as a type of 'Wind Syndrome (風症)' and is explained as occurring when Wind-evil (風邪) invades the meridians, thereby disrupting the circulation of Qi and Blood. Therefore, Baengnokdam Korean Medicine Clinic uses the following methods for facial palsy treatment. <img src="image3.jpg" alt="백록담한의원 구안와사 치료" title="백록담한의원 구안와사 치료"> <ul> <li>Acupuncture: It facilitates the smooth flow of Qi and Blood in the meridians and aids in the recovery of paralyzed muscles.</li> <li>Herbal Medicine: It helps strengthen immunity, eliminate inflammation, and restore nerve function.</li> <li>Pharmacopuncture: This therapy involves injecting refined herbal extracts directly into acupoints and is effective for alleviating inflammation and promoting nerve regeneration.</li> <li>Cupping Therapy: It promotes blood circulation, relieves muscle tension, and aids in the recovery of facial muscles.</li> <li>Physiotherapy: Through facial muscle exercises, massage, etc., it helps restore the function of paralyzed muscles and prevent recurrence.</li> </ul> For facial palsy, early treatment is crucial, as neglecting it can lead to lasting sequelae. Therefore, if symptoms appear, it is advisable to visit <a href="link2">a nearby Korean medicine clinic</a> for examination. At Baengnokdam Korean Medicine Clinic, we provide customized treatment tailored to each patient's constitution and symptoms, doing our best for quick recovery and prevention of recurrence. If you are experiencing discomfort due to facial palsy, please do not hesitate to contact Baengnokdam Korean Medicine Clinic. Thank you.

최연승 6/17/2025

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Head Hyperhidrosis - Sweat Flowing from the Head

Head sweat – is it simply a matter of body type? Some people say this: "It's not even hot, but sweat just pours down my forehead, my hair gets soaked, and it's really embarrassing."...

최연승 5/17/2025

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What You Can Learn from the Types of Tinnitus Sounds

Does the same sound echo in your head dozens of times a day? Some call it a "beeping sound," while others describe it as "electrical noise." Still others say it feels like their heart is beating in their ear. Today, we'll explore how tinnitus, a single symptom, can manifest in such a variety of 'faces of sound'...

최연승 5/17/2025

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The Many Kinds of Dizziness and Their Diverse Causes

Hello everyone. Today, I'd like to dive a bit deeper into the topic of 'dizziness'. Specifically, we'll explore why the diagnosis of dizziness has become increasingly complex recently, what this complexity signifies for both patients and healthcare providers, and I'll try to unpack it all in a discussion that's a bit long and relaxed, but absolutely essential.

최연승 5/17/2025

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Headache and Migraine Causes?

Over the past decade or so, many studies have been conducted on the mechanisms of headaches and migraines, allowing us to understand much more about headaches than ever before. Now, let's delve into why headaches occur and what various causes can trigger them....

최연승 1/20/2025

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BPPV and Vertigo Treatment

Your ear contains the vestibular organ, which is responsible for your sense of balance. Within it are otoliths, which are tiny biocrystals. These otoliths detect changes in head movement and transmit signals...

최연승 1/20/2025

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Tinnitus: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

Hello. This is Miall Korean Medicine Clinic, Incheon Songdo branch. Today, we'll be discussing tinnitus. Tinnitus is also known as ringing in the ears. It refers to the perception of various sounds, such as a high-pitched whistle or ringing, in the ear that interfere with daily life. Generally, because tinnitus is a symptom rather than a disease, various causes...

최연승 1/20/2025

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Treatment for Dizziness and BPPV

Dizziness is commonly observed in patients presenting to internal medicine clinics and accounts for up to 5% of primary care visits. However, difficulties may arise during diagnosis because patients use the terms "dizziness" and "vertigo" to describe a wide range of sensations....

최연승 1/20/2025

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Things to Consider When Treating Headaches

안녕하세요 백록담한의원 대표원장 최연승입니다.   요즘같이 날씨가 쌀쌀해지면 기침을 하거나 재채기를 하는 분들을 많이 보게 되는데요. 날씨가 추워지면 감기에 걸리는 것이 당연하지만 유독 환절기에 심해지는 기침과 재채기는 비염을 의심해볼 수 있습니다.   오늘은 알레르기 비염에 대해 백록담한의원과 함께 자세히 알아보도록 하겠습니다.     <h3 data-ke-size="size24">What is Rhinitis?</h3>   Rhinitis is an inflammatory disease of the nasal lining, characterized by symptoms such as a runny nose, nasal congestion, sneezing, and itching. While its symptoms are similar to those of a common cold, making them easy to confuse, a cold is caused by a virus, whereas rhinitis is characterized by an overreaction of the nasal mucous membrane to specific substances.   Rhinitis can be broadly divided into infectious rhinitis and non-infectious rhinitis.   <h4 data-ke-size="size20">Infectious Rhinitis</h4> This type of rhinitis results from infection by bacteria, viruses, fungi, and other microorganisms. It primarily includes acute rhinitis and chronic rhinitis; what we commonly refer to as a common cold also falls under acute infectious rhinitis.   <h4 data-ke-size="size20">Non-infectious Rhinitis</h4> This rhinitis is caused by external environmental factors, not infection. It primarily includes allergic rhinitis, vasomotor rhinitis, drug-induced rhinitis, and atrophic rhinitis.     <h3 data-ke-size="size24">What is Allergic Rhinitis?</h3>   Allergic rhinitis is the most commonly occurring disease among non-infectious rhinitis types. It is a condition where inflammation develops due to an overreaction of the nasal mucous membrane upon exposure to specific allergens.   Key symptoms include nasal congestion, runny nose, sneezing, and itching around the eyes or nose. These may also be accompanied by symptoms such as headaches, watery eyes, nosebleeds, and a reduced sense of smell. It particularly worsens during transitional seasons, and in severe cases, symptoms such as sleep disturbance, decreased concentration, and chronic fatigue may appear, leading to a diminished quality of life.   Furthermore, it can be accompanied by other allergic conditions such as atopic dermatitis or asthma. If left untreated, severe nasal congestion can progress to sinusitis or otitis media.

최연승 1/20/2025

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Questions Patients Have During BPPV Treatment

안녕하세요 백록담한의원 대표원장 최연승입니다. 오늘은 많은 분들이 궁금해 하시는 소아 보약에 대해 이야기해보려 합니다. 소아 보약, 과연 언제부터 먹는 것이 좋을까요? 그리고 어떤 경우에 필요한지, 어떤 효과를 기대할 수 있는지 궁금하시죠? 자, 그럼 소아 보약에 대한 궁금증을 하나씩 풀어볼까요? <h3>소아 보약이란?</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. <h3>소아 보약, 언제부터 먹는 것이 좋을까요?</h3> 일반적으로 소아 보약은 아이가 돌이 지나고 나서부터 복용할 수 있습니다. 다만, 아이의 개월 수나 건강 상태에 따라 전문의와 상담 후 결정하는 것이 중요합니다. <h3>어떤 아이에게 소아 보약이 필요할까요?</h3> <ol> <li>잔병치레가 잦고 면역력이 약한 아이: 감기, 비염 등 잦은 질병으로 고생하는 아이들에게 면역력 강화를 통해 건강한 성장을 돕습니다.</li> <li>식욕 부진이나 편식이 심한 아이: 성장 발달에 필요한 영양 섭취가 부족한 아이들에게 식욕을 돋우고 소화 기능을 개선하여 고른 영양 섭취를 돕습니다.</li> <li>성장 발달이 또래보다 느린 아이: 키 성장, 체중 증가 등 성장 발달이 더딘 아이들에게 성장 촉진을 돕습니다.</li> <li>체력이 약하고 쉽게 피로해하는 아이: 활동량이 많은 성장기 아이들에게 체력 증진과 피로 회복을 돕습니다.</li> <li>집중력이 부족하고 학습 능률이 떨어지는 아이: 뇌 기능 활성화와 집중력 향상을 통해 학습 능률을 높이는 데 도움을 줍니다.</li> </ol> <h3>소아 보약의 주요 효과</h3> <ol> <li>면역력 강화: 외부 환경 변화에 대한 저항력을 높여 잔병치레를 줄이고 건강한 신체를 유지하도록 돕습니다.</li> <li>성장 촉진: 성장 호르몬 분비를 촉진하고 영양 흡수율을 높여 키 성장과 체중 증가 등 성장 발달을 돕습니다.</li> <li>식욕 부진 개선 및 소화 기능 향상: 소화기 기능을 활성화하여 식욕을 돋우고 영양소 흡수를 원활하게 합니다.</li> <li>체력 증진 및 피로 회복: 신체 전반의 기력을 보충하고 피로 물질을 배출하여 활기찬 생활을 돕습니다.</li> <li>집중력 및 학습 능력 향상: 뇌 기능 활성화와 스트레스 완화를 통해 집중력을 높이고 학습 능률을 향상시킵니다.</li> </ol> <h3>백록담한의원 소아 보약의 특징</h3> 저희 백록담한의원에서는 아이의 체질과 건강 상태를 1:1 맞춤 진료를 통해 정확하게 진단하고, 개별 맞춤 처방을 원칙으로 합니다. 또한, 식약처의 엄격한 기준을 통과한 안전한 한약재만을 사용하며, 아이들이 거부감 없이 복용할 수 있도록 맛과 향에도 세심한 신경을 씁니다. 소아 보약은 단순한 영양제가 아닌, 아이의 건강한 미래를 위한 투자입니다. 우리 아이의 건강한 성장을 위해 백록담한의원에서 전문적인 상담을 받아보시는 것을 추천합니다. 다음 포스팅에서는 소아 보약 복용 시 주의사항에 대해 자세히 알아보겠습니다. 많은 기대 부탁드립니다!

최연승 1/20/2025

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