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Hyperhidrosis and Cranial Hyperhidrosis: Causes and Treatment
Today, I'd like to talk about hyperhidrosis. Hyperhidrosis is a condition characterized by excessive sweating. It can be broadly categorized into localized hyperhidrosis, where sweating occurs only in specific areas of the body, and generalized hyperhidrosis, which involves sweating throughout the entire body. Localized hyperhidrosis refers to sweating that occurs only in specific areas...
Shingles Aftereffects, Postherpetic Neuralgia
Today, I'd like to talk about shingles. Shingles is a viral infection. It is a very common condition, with about 20% of the entire population experiencing shingles at least once in their lifetime. The varicella-zoster virus (VZV) infects the body and lies dormant until it acti...
Facial Flushing: Why Your Face Turns Red
Hello everyone. Today, I'd like to discuss the causes of facial flushing, or a red face. Facial flushing refers to a state where the face is red, and therefore, it is not a diagnosis in itself. Because the causes of facial redness are very diverse, even if you experience facial flushing, the treatment methods can vary depending on the underlying cause...
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...
Restless Legs Syndrome Treatment - "My legs are tingling every night"
Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) is characterized by the following four main signs. If you are experiencing these symptoms, you might have Restless Legs Syndrome:...
Psoriasis vs. Atopic Dermatitis: The Difference
Psoriasis and atopic dermatitis are both chronic inflammatory skin diseases. In this article, I aim to briefly outline the comparisons and key differences between these two conditions.
Insomnia - I can't sleep deeply
불면증은 다음과 같은 다양한 증상이 함께 나타납니다:<br/> <ul> <li><b>Difficulty falling asleep (Sleep onset disorder)</b>: Taking more than 30 minutes to fall asleep after lying down, if this occurs 3 or more times a week</li> <li><b>Difficulty maintaining sleep (Sleep maintenance disorder)</b>: Frequently waking up during sleep, or having difficulty falling back asleep once awake</li> <li><b>Waking up too early in the morning and being unable to fall back asleep (Early morning awakening)</b>: Waking up earlier than desired and being unable to resume sleep</li> <li><b>Poor quality sleep</b>: Despite sleeping for a sufficient duration, not feeling refreshed and experiencing fatigue</li> <li><b>Daytime functional impairment due to insufficient sleep</b>: Due to not sleeping well, feeling tired and sleepy during the day, experiencing decreased concentration, mood changes, and other disruptions to daily life</li> </ul> If symptoms like those above persist for more than 3 months, it can be diagnosed as chronic insomnia.
Don't Want Lasting Effects After Facial Paralysis?
The causes of facial nerve palsy are broadly divided into central and peripheral. Here, we will discuss peripheral facial nerve palsy, which is relatively common. We will focus on the peripheral type of facial nerve palsy and discuss the effects of acupuncture and moxibustion therapy on this condition....
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...
To help alleviate Parkinson's disease motor symptoms
Parkinson's disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disorder first described in 1817 by Dr. James Parkinson as 'the shaking palsy'. PD is characterized by motor symptoms such as rigidity, resting tremor, and postural instability, as well as non-motor symptoms like sleep disorders, hallucinations, and constipation. 1-2% of the population aged 65 are affected by PD...
Wart - Why Do Warts Recur?
For more details, please refer to the article below.<br/> <br/> <h3>Division of Endocrinology: Can Diabetes Be Cured? (Insulin Injection, Management)</h3> <p> Hello, this is your trusted health guardian. </p> <p> Today, we'd like to discuss the topic: <strong>Can diabetes be cured?</strong> </p> <p> In Korea, the number of diabetes patients has exceeded 6 million, and when including those with prediabetes, the total is expected to approach 10 million. </p> <p> As this is a disease affecting so many people, interest in a "diabetes cure" is always high. </p> <p> Unfortunately, however, the medical community's official stance to date is that <b>there is no known cure for diabetes</b>. </p> <p> This applies to both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. </p> <p> While stating that 'diabetes is an incurable disease' might sound overly pessimistic, it's crucial to understand the facts accurately. </p> <p> That said, there's no need to be overly disappointed or disheartened. </p> <p> Even if a complete cure is challenging, there are numerous ways to effectively manage and improve diabetes. </p> <p> Today, we will delve into the core aspects of diabetes management: <strong>insulin injections</strong> and overall <strong>management</strong>. </p> <p> Furthermore, we aim to clarify common misconceptions about curing diabetes and help you set realistic goals. </p>
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....