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Low FODMAP Diet Not Working? Your Gut Might Not Be the Culprit | Incheon Irritable Bowel Syndrome
She, a 34-year-old marketer, would invariably suffer from abdominal pain and diarrhea starting in the morning on days when she had an important presentation. Before important meetings, her anxiety was so severe that taking the anti-diarrheal loperamide preventatively had become a habit.
Poor Blood Circulation? How to Improve It! | Incheon Traditional Korean Medicine Clinic
Hello, this is Dr. Choi Yeonsung from Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic. Today, following up on last time, I'd like to talk about <b>the key to treating menstrual pain</b>. <br> <br> In my last post, I mentioned <b>Korean Medicine clinics that 'treat' menstrual pain</b>, didn't I? <br> Going beyond simply alleviating the pain of the moment, <br> I emphasized that <b>identifying the root cause of menstrual pain and preventing its recurrence is treatment in its true sense</b>. <br> <br> So then, how do Korean Medicine clinics find and treat the root cause of menstrual pain? <br> Today, I will explain about <b>'diagnosis'</b>, the first and most important step.
Man in his 20s, Atopic Tendency, and Nummular Eczema
A man in his mid-twenties. His atopic dermatitis, which had started in elementary school with him scratching the inside of his elbows, returned in adulthood after a long truce. But in recent months, the nature of the battle has changed. The battlefield has shifted. Instead of the relatively calm inside of his elbows, now on the firm front of his lower legs and flanks, with a diameter...
Rhinitis, Nasal Congestion, Runny Nose, Sneezing | Incheon Chronic Rhinitis
A square box of tissues, which has become a must-have in my life...
How to Ease Post-Meal Lower Abdominal Tightness | Dull, Heavy Lower Abdominal Pain
For two years, she pondered the same question every day: Why that little spot just below her navel, directly above her bladder, would invariably feel a pulling or tugging sensation about two hours after eating. It was fine in the morning, but about two hours after breakfast, her abdomen would gradually start to feel full and bloated, and after lunch, when she returned to work, it would...
Surgery-Recommended Sinusitis: The Real Cause of Endless Post-Nasal Drip | Sinusitis
Understanding chronic sinusitis and alternatives to surgery...
Even when breathing, I have brain fog | Incheon Sinusitis
Even breathing doesn't feel clear. A heavy pressure and pain, as if my nose and forehead are completely filled. With a constant, unpleasant foreign body sensation draining down the back of my throat (post-nasal drip), my inability to smell properly dulls even the pleasure of food....
Wart Recurrence: The Problem Isn't the 'Virus,' But the 'Collapsed Wall' | Incheon Wart Treatment
This was an important case demonstrating that the key to treating recurrent warts isn't the visible virus, but rather lies in the 'foundation' of the skin where it grows....
Why Seborrheic Dermatitis Persists | Incheon Seborrheic Dermatitis
Many skin conditions cause more discomfort the more severe the inflammation, and quickly improve once it subsides. However, seborrheic dermatitis, even without severe inflammation, insidiously lingers and recurs for months, or even years. Redness might flare up and subside within a day or two, and mild flaking may appear and quickly settle down, but 'completely...'
What Causes Recurring Plantar Warts in Men in Their 50s?
Here, I'm faced with a clinical paradox. Conversely, in patients with a smaller build and delicate skin, the wart tissue often detaches cleanly after just a few treatments. But why does his 'sturdy' foot, the one that supposedly never catches a cold, resist so stubbornly?
Why Does Your Mouth Taste Bitter? Symptoms and Causes
<p>Hello, this is Dr. Choi Yeon-seung of Baengnokdam Korean Medicine Clinic.</p> <p>Today, I'd like to discuss the causes and solutions for dry coughs.</p> <h3 data-ke-size="size24"><b>What is a Dry Cough?</b></h3> <p>When people usually think of a cough, it's easy to imagine one accompanied by a runny nose or phlegm.</p> <p>However, it's common to constantly have a <b>hacking dry cough</b> or to cough without phlegm coming out easily.</p> <p><b>This type of cough is precisely what we call a dry cough</b>.</p> <p>Often, when you catch a cold, taking cough medicine usually leads to a quick recovery.</p> <p>However, <b>dry coughs often don't improve well even with medicine, or they tend to recur quickly.</b></p> <p>This is because cough suppressants and expectorants or antihistamines, commonly used in cough medicines, can actually be detrimental to dry coughs.</p> <p>These medications work by reducing inflammation and drying up mucosal secretions.</p> <p>While beneficial for coughs with abundant phlegm, for dry coughs, they can actually make the airway mucous membranes even drier, potentially worsening the cough or throat condition.</p> <h3 data-ke-size="size24"><b>Causes of Dry Cough</b></h3> <p>From a Korean medicine perspective, dry coughs have various causes.</p> <p>While some cases involve coughing due to a dry throat caused by external dry atmospheric conditions, many cases also stem from an internal deficiency of body fluids, leading to a dry throat and cough.</p> <p>In such cases, even after a cold has fully recovered, the throat often feels ticklish and a dry cough persists.</p> <p>Furthermore, in Korean medicine, <b>dampness and phlegm (Dahm-eum, Seup-dahm)</b> are seen as accumulating in the lungs and bronchi, obstructing the circulation of *Qi* and Blood, and inducing coughs.</p> <p>If the cough is too severe, the inflammation can worsen, potentially leading to conditions such as pharyngitis, laryngitis, bronchitis, or pneumonia, so it is highly recommended to seek treatment.</p> <h3 data-ke-size="size24"><b>Korean Medicine Treatment for Dry Cough</b></h3> <p>At Baengnokdam Korean Medicine Clinic, we accurately diagnose the cause of dry coughs and effectively treat them through appropriate herbal medicine prescriptions and acupuncture treatment.</p> <p>Herbal medicine prescriptions primarily used for dry coughs are as follows:</p> <h4 data-ke-size="size20"><b>1. Cheongsangbohatang</b></h4> <p>This is an excellent prescription for calming inflammation in the lungs and bronchi, replenishing body fluids, and effectively stopping dry coughs.</p> <h4 data-ke-size="size20"><b>2. Bopaywon, Maekmundongtang, Yoonjotang</b></h4> <p>These are effective in replenishing body fluids, moistening the lungs, and improving dry coughs and throat dryness.</p> <h4 data-ke-size="size20"><b>3. Jangjeongwon, Gongjindan, Gyeongokgo</b></h4> <p>These help replenish the weakened body's *Qi*, strengthen immunity, and improve various symptoms, including coughs.</p> <p>If you are suffering from a dry cough, we recommend visiting Baengnokdam Korean Medicine Clinic for an accurate diagnosis and treatment.</p>
The Mysterious Sound Only I Hear | Incheon Tinnitus
<p>Hello, this is Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic.<br> Today, we'd like to talk about dry eye syndrome, a condition that many people suffer from.</p> <h2><b>What is Dry Eye Syndrome?</b></h2> <p>Dry eye syndrome is a condition characterized by symptoms such as stinging, dryness, foreign body sensation, and redness in the eyes, which occur due to a decrease in tear secretion or instability of the tear film.<br> Causes can include prolonged use of smartphones and computers, eye surgeries like LASIK, aging, certain diseases, and dry environments.<br> Because it reduces quality of life and causes persistent discomfort, active treatment and management are essential.</p> <h2><b>Dry Eye Syndrome from a Korean Medicine Perspective</b></h2> <p>In Korean medicine, the eyes are not viewed merely as a single organ of the body, but rather as organically connected to the Five Zang and Six Fu organs.<br> Dry eye syndrome is believed to arise not only from issues with the eyes themselves, but also from an imbalance in the body, weakened immunity, autonomic nervous system dysfunction, and increased inflammatory responses.<br> Beyond simply promoting tear secretion, the focus is on identifying the fundamental cause, restoring overall body health, and strengthening eye function.</p> <h2><b>Dry Eye Syndrome Treatment at Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic!</b></h2> <p>At Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic, we provide customized Korean medicine treatments to address the root causes of dry eye syndrome and restore eye health.</p> <ul> <li><b>Internal Treatments (내치법)</b></li> </ul> <p>These treatments correct internal bodily imbalances and strengthen immunity to address the root causes of dry eye syndrome.</p> <ul> <li><b>Therapeutic Herbal Medicine</b>: Prescribed according to an individual's constitution and symptoms, herbal medicine helps promote the overall circulation of Qi and blood in the body, ensures smooth nutrient supply to the eyes, and thereby improves eye function. It also treats dry eye syndrome through various effects such as strengthening immunity, reducing inflammation, and regulating the autonomic nervous system.</li> <li><b>Therapeutic Acupuncture</b>: Acupuncture treatment is performed on acupoints around the eyes and on systemic acupoints to promote Qi and blood circulation, relieve eye fatigue, and aid tear secretion.</li> </ul> <ul> <li><b>External Treatments (외치법)</b></li> </ul> <p>These methods improve Qi and blood circulation around the eyes, relieve eye fatigue, and alleviate dryness.</p> <ul> <li><b>Herbal External Solution for Dry Eye Syndrome</b>: Applied around the eyes, this solution calms inflammation, promotes tear secretion, and aids eye recovery.</li> <li><b>Moxibustion/Warm Therapy for Dry Eye Syndrome</b>: Performed around the eyes, moxibustion and warm therapy improve blood circulation, relieve eye fatigue, and alleviate dryness.</li> </ul> <p>Dry eye syndrome is a condition that goes beyond simple dryness, significantly reducing one's quality of life.<br> At Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic, resolve the root causes and regain healthy eyes!<br> For more detailed inquiries, please contact Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic.</p>