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Why Do I Get Heartburn Every Morning? | Incheon Morning Heartburn
If you wake up from sleep, it may not solely be due to stomach acid....
Frequent Diarrhea: Is Your Gut 'Leaking'? (feat. SIBO) | Incheon Frequent Diarrhea
A sudden, chilling signal from your lower abdomen, causing you to break out in a cold sweat during an important presentation. The fear of booking KTX or express bus tickets due to frequent and unpredictable diarrhea. Could this be your story?
Sudden, Squeezing Pain in the Pit of Your Stomach? Gastric Spasm: Emergency First Aid and True Ways to Prevent Recurrence | Incheon Gastric Spasm
<h1><b>Have you ever experienced a sudden, squeezing pain in your epigastrium, so severe your stomach hurt and you couldn't breathe, breaking out in a cold sweat?</b></h1> <p>If these symptoms appear, acute enteritis can be suspected.</p> <p>What causes acute enteritis, and how should it be managed to prevent it from progressing to chronic enteritis?</p> <p>Let's learn more about enteritis.</p> <p>Enteritis refers to a condition where inflammation occurs in the intestines, one of the digestive organs in our body.</p> <p>It is mainly caused by consuming food contaminated with viruses or bacteria.</p> <p>It is especially common in individuals with weakened immunity.</p> <p>Furthermore, in some cases, stress acts as a major cause, similar to irritable bowel syndrome or nervous gastritis.</p> <p>This is because stress affects the autonomic nervous system, leading to a decline in the function of digestive organs.</p> <p>If symptoms of enteritis appear, it is important to visit a hospital as soon as possible for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment.</p> <p>However, efforts to maintain intestinal health are also necessary in daily life.</p> <p>It is advisable to manage intestinal health by regularly consuming foods rich in probiotics and dietary fiber.</p> <p>Regular exercise and sufficient sleep also have a positive impact on intestinal health.</p> <p>Stress management is also important.</p> <p>Finding your own methods to relieve stress and consistently practicing them helps not only mental health but also intestinal health.</p> <p>Enteritis is a common disease, but if left untreated, it can lead to chronic conditions, so caution is necessary.</p> <p>We hope you maintain healthy lifestyle habits to prevent enteritis and keep your intestines healthy.</p>
Chronic Constipation and SIBO: All About 'Methane Gas'—The Gut's Paralyzer—and Intestinal Inertia
Suffering from a heavy lower abdomen for days, are you once again reaching for laxatives? You take them, telling yourself 'Just this once...', but I know all too well the frustration and anxiety that comes from your bowels barely moving without the medication. You make sure to consume dietary fiber, try 'good' probiotics, and diligently drink water. However...
My Hands and Feet Are Cold | Incheon: Cold Extremities
안녕하세요, this is Baengnokdam Korean Medicine Clinic. <b><span style="font-size: 16pt;">Here's good news for those suffering from recurrent rhinitis and sinusitis after surgery.</span></b><br><br> <h2><span style="font-size: 16pt;">Diagnosis of Rhinitis and Sinusitis</span></h2> Rhinitis and sinusitis are common conditions in modern society, causing various symptoms such as nasal congestion, runny nose, sneezing, and headaches. These conditions degrade the quality of life and cause significant discomfort in daily living. <br> Many individuals suffering from rhinitis and sinusitis opt for surgery, but symptoms often recur even after the procedure, leading to renewed suffering. Such recurrences cause great frustration for patients and prompt them to seek alternative treatments. <br> At Baengnokdam Korean Medicine Clinic, we <u><span style="background-color: #ffd2d2;"><b>meticulously analyze the causes of these rhinitis and sinusitis recurrences and provide fundamental treatment to prevent them</b></span></u>. <br><br> <h2><span style="font-size: 16pt;">Causes of Rhinitis and Sinusitis Recurrence After Surgery</span></h2> While rhinitis and sinusitis surgery can be effective for temporary symptom relief, recurrence is highly likely if the fundamental cause is not addressed. The main causes of recurrence are as follows: <br> <b>1. Incomplete Removal of Causes</b>: Surgery primarily focuses on removing structural problems or inflammation inside the nose that cause symptoms. However, if fundamental causes such as allergic reactions, weakened immunity, or chronic inflammation are not resolved, symptoms can reappear. <br> <b>2. Weakened Immunity</b>: When immunity is weakened, the body's defense capabilities against external stimuli decrease, making inflammation prone to occur and potentially leading to chronic rhinitis and sinusitis. <br> <b>3. Lifestyle and Environmental Factors</b>: Environmental pollutants such as fine dust, yellow dust, and pollen, as well as smoking, drinking, and irregular lifestyle habits, can irritate the nasal mucous membranes, worsen inflammation, and trigger recurrence. <br> At Baengnokdam Korean Medicine Clinic, we <b>comprehensively consider these causes of recurrence and provide personalized treatment</b>.
It feels like a burp is caught in my throat, but strangely, I can't burp — Incheon Throat Foreign Body Sensation
— Incheon foreign body sensation in the throat...
Reflux Laryngitis with Persistent Dry Cough: Why Isn't It Improving Even After Taking PPIs? | Incheon Reflux Laryngitis
<h3>Reflux limited to the throat: How should we understand this condition?</h3>
Belly Gurgles Just From Water? It's Your Gut's 'Warning Light' From SIBO and Dampness.
If it only happens once or twice, you might just dismiss it as hunger. However, there are more people than you might think who have become afraid to go into quiet spaces due to the loud rumbling sounds that occur constantly, even after just a sip of water.
When Your Eyes Are Dry | Incheon Dry Eyes
Dry Eyes Invisible grains of sand are rolling around in my eyes. It feels like invisible grains of sand are rolling around in my eyes....
Eyelid Twitching, Hand Tremors, Muscle Twitches | Incheon Eyelid Twitching
안녕하세요 백록담한의원 입니다. 오늘은 이명에 좋은 지압점에 대해 말씀드리겠습니다. <a href="https://blog.naver.com/dlxogns95/222938496660" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <img src="https://dthumb-phinf.pstatic.net/20221129_232/1669695679549f4y5K_JPEG/10.jpg?type=w1200" width="886" height="591" alt="We will discuss acupressure points that are beneficial for tinnitus."> </a> <br><br> Tinnitus refers to the perception of sound without an external source. Causes include abnormal auditory function in the brain, stress, and aging. Tinnitus can also be accompanied by hearing loss, dizziness, and insomnia. If tinnitus worsens, it can disrupt daily life and lead to psychiatric conditions such as depression and anxiety. Therefore, early treatment is crucial. Today, we will explore acupressure points that help alleviate tinnitus symptoms. <br><br> <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://blog.naver.com/dlxogns95/222916664537"> <img src="https://dthumb-phinf.pstatic.net/20221101_133/1667280330628eHk7O_JPEG/image.jpg?type=w1200" width="886" height="591" alt="Acupressure methods for tinnitus treatment (Acupressure points for tinnitus symptom relief)"> </a> <br><br> Acupressure points beneficial for tinnitus are as follows: <br><br> <b>1. Yimun point (이문혈)</b> <br> This acupoint is located in front of the ear and is effective for ear conditions such as tinnitus, hearing loss, and otitis media. <br> It is beneficial to press firmly with your finger or massage in a circular motion. <br><br> <b>2. Cheonggung point (청궁혈)</b> <br> Located directly below the Yimun point, it is effective for ear conditions such as tinnitus, hearing loss, and dizziness. <br> Similar to the Yimun point, it is beneficial to press gently with your finger or massage in a circular motion. <br><br> <b>3. Cheonghoe point (청회혈)</b> <br> Located directly below the Cheonggung point, it is effective for ear conditions such as tinnitus, hearing loss, and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) pain. <br> Similar to the Cheonggung point, it is beneficial to press gently with your finger or massage in a circular motion. <br><br> These three acupoints are representative acupressure points that help alleviate tinnitus. <br> Consistent massage can help relieve tinnitus symptoms. <br><br> However, it is difficult to completely cure tinnitus with acupressure alone. <br> If tinnitus symptoms are severe or persist for a long time, it is crucial to visit a medical institution for accurate diagnosis and treatment. <br><br> Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic utilizes various methods for tinnitus treatment. <br> Through accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment, we aim to alleviate discomfort caused by tinnitus and improve your quality of life. <br><br> Thank you.
Always struggling with indigestion? Choose 'this tea' based on your symptoms | Teas for Indigestion
Do you feel bloated and a tight, uncomfortable pressure in your upper abdomen right after eating? Even if you take digestive medicine, the relief is only temporary, and it's frustrating that chronic indigestion seems to have become a part of your daily life, isn't it? It feels like your body's fundamental digestive power has weakened, and you might also feel overwhelmed about what to do....
Reflux Esophagitis: Severe Burping and Acid Rising to the Throat | Incheon Esophagitis
From the moment you first entered the consulting room, the exhaustion on your face was profound. And the first words out of your mouth were...