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The Real Reason for Frequent Abdominal Gas
"My stomach feels full and bloated even if I eat just a little." "I have indigestion after meals." "I feel bloated and uncomfortable." Do you often experience these symptoms? If so, you might be experiencing <b>functional dyspepsia</b>. Functional dyspepsia refers to a condition characterized by chronic and recurrent symptoms of indigestion without any identifiable underlying disease. Often, despite no specific abnormalities being found in endoscopic or ultrasound examinations, and without other gastrointestinal conditions like Helicobacter pylori infection, gastritis, or reflux esophagitis, symptoms of indigestion still occur. So, what causes functional dyspepsia? While the exact cause is not yet fully understood, a combination of the following factors is believed to contribute: * <b>Impaired Gastric Motility</b>: If the stomach's peristaltic function, responsible for properly digesting food and moving it to the next part of the digestive tract, is reduced, symptoms of indigestion may appear. Delayed gastric emptying can also be a contributing factor. * <b>Visceral Hypersensitivity</b>: The sensory nerves in the stomach or duodenum become overly sensitive, leading to pain or discomfort even with minor stimuli. * <b>Altered Brain-Gut Interaction</b>: The brain and gut are closely connected, and problems with this interaction can affect digestive function. A common example is experiencing indigestion when under severe stress. * <b>Helicobacter Pylori Infection</b>: While H. pylori is known as a major cause of gastritis and gastric ulcers, it can also influence functional dyspepsia symptoms. * <b>Genetic Factors and Lifestyle Habits</b>: A family history of the condition or unhealthy lifestyle habits such as irregular eating, excessive alcohol consumption, and smoking can also increase the risk of developing functional dyspepsia.
Why Does Stiffness in the Back of My Neck Keep Recurring? | Incheon Chronic Cervicalgia
<p> <span style="font-size:11pt"><b>CASE. </b>I was diagnosed with atopic dermatitis, and it has worsened over the past few years. It's itchy, and if I scratch, it oozes. While atopic dermatitis medication temporarily alleviates it, it flares up again when I discontinue it.</span> </p> <p> <span style="font-size:11pt">In such cases, what kind of diagnosis and treatment is provided at an atopic dermatitis Korean medicine clinic?</span> </p> <p> <span style="font-size:11pt"><b>Atopic Dermatitis: What Kind of Diagnosis and Treatment is Provided?</b></span> </p> <p> <span style="font-size:11pt"><b>In Korean medicine, atopic dermatitis is not viewed as a mere skin disease.</b></span> </p> <p> <span style="font-size:11pt"><b>Atopic dermatitis is considered to arise from a complex interplay of various factors such as internal organ imbalance, impaired immune function, and a worsening gut environment.</b></span> </p> <p> <span style="font-size:11pt"><b>Therefore, atopic dermatitis Korean medicine clinics do not merely treat the outwardly visible symptoms but aim to identify and treat the root causes of atopic dermatitis.</b></span> </p>
Why Do Complications Occur After Bell's Palsy? | Incheon Bell's Palsy
Many of the patients I see in my clinic, after experiencing Bell's palsy, express profound anxiety alongside their uncomfortable facial expressions.
Teen Atopic Dermatitis: The Skin Isn't Always the Culprit | Stress-Induced Atopic Dermatitis
Whenever exam season rolls around, our daughter's eczema flares up, and the culprit might not be the skin itself...
If your headaches and insomnia have worsened after vaccination, the real cause is elsewhere.
"...I get a feeling like my head is heavy and pressed down for 2-3 days at a time. I also can't sleep soundly."...
My Feet Burn Every Night...What Causes Diabetic Neuropathy?
"My feet feel like they're on fire every night"... Diabetic neuropathic pain, there's a separate culprit.
Even the Slightest Touch Hurts | Incheon Postherpetic Neuralgia
My skin would scream even at the slightest brush of a collar, but it wasn't my fault...
20s, Unstoppable Sweat | Incheon Hyperhidrosis
Twenties, non-stop sweating. Could my body's 'CPU' be overheating...?
The Painkillers You Take Could Be the Real Cause of Your Chronic Migraines | Medication Overuse Headache
The painkillers you're taking could be the real cause of your chronic migraines...
Sweat on My Hands | Incheon Hyperhidrosis
<p>The sweat on my hands – could it be a sign that my feelings are leaking out?</p> <p>Hello. I am <span style="color: #000000;">psychiatrist <b data-darkmode-original-color-16788863678077="rgb(153, 153, 153)" style="color: #999999;">Jang Jinyong</b></span>.</p> <p>Today, I'd like to talk about <b data-darkmode-original-color-16788863678077="rgb(153, 153, 153)" style="color: #999999;">Cognitive Behavioral Therapy</b>, which I primarily use in psychiatric treatment.</p> <p>Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is a treatment method that resolves problems through changes in thoughts and behaviors.</p> <p>Simply put, it's based on the principle that because thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are interconnected, we can overcome difficulties by understanding and regulating these connections.</p> <p>For example, if you feel anxious, you might experience physical symptoms like a racing heart and sweaty hands.</p> <p>In such cases, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps change the thoughts (cognitions) that trigger anxiety and teaches how to manage the behaviors that manifest when you're anxious.</p> <p>So now, I will explain in detail the process of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and how I walk this journey with my patients.</p> <p>From the next post, shall we truly embark on the journey of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?</p>
30s Male Chronic Migraine | Incheon Migraine
A Man in His 30s with Chronic Migraine: Beyond 'Nothing is Wrong,' as long as you listen to the true signals your body sends...
My quiet daughter, are you just crying on the inside? | Incheon ADHD
My quiet daughter, are you perhaps crying only on the inside? <p> Are you perhaps struggling, without knowing if it's your body or your mind that's weary? </p> <p> Children grow by watching their mothers. </p> <p> If you wish to be a role model for your child, not as a sick or exhausted mother, but as a <b>healthy and happy mother</b>... </p> <p> Before it's too late, take care of your ailing body. </p> <p> In particular, <b>uterine and ovarian diseases</b>, which are vulnerable to menopausal women, require even greater attention. </p> <p> These diseases become even more dangerous without regular check-ups. </p> <p> Uterine and ovarian diseases that appear during menopause are often characterized by <b>a lack of distinct symptoms</b>. </p> <p> This is especially true for <b>female cancers</b> such as endometrial cancer and ovarian cancer. </p> <p> <b>Endometrial cancer and ovarian cancer</b> are diseases whose incidence increases from the mid-40s and are most common after the age of 50. </p> <p> For women in this age group, it is most important not to miss out on regular check-ups. </p> <p> However, many women often do not consider <b>uterine and ovarian health screenings</b> to be essential. </p> <p> Did you know that <b>cervical cancer screening</b> performed during a general health check-up alone cannot diagnose <b>endometrial cancer or ovarian cancer</b> early? </p> <p> This is because cervical cancer screening is a test specifically for diagnosing cervical cancer. </p> <p> For the health of your uterus and ovaries, it is important to combine <b>ultrasound examinations and blood tests</b> to check your health status. </p> <p> We hope that women in menopause will take essential screenings proactively while healthy to protect their future health. </p>