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Post-Miscarriage Korean Herbal Medicine: A Warm Companion for Mind and Body Recovery
Hello, everyone. <br> <br>Today, as we prepare for a gastroscopy, I'd like to take some time to inform you about <b style="background-color: #fff5b1;">precautions before fasting</b>. <br> <br>Since the preparations before a gastroscopy are also very important, it's good to check them thoroughly. <br> <br>While health check-up centers or hospitals provide guidance on precautions before a gastroscopy, <br>it might be helpful to double-check if there's anything you might have missed. <br> <br>Shall we now take a detailed look at the precautions before a gastroscopy?
Tinnitus: The Secret Behind the Ringing in Your Ears
Hello everyone. Today, I'd like to talk about 'tinnitus,' a condition that subtly creeps into our lives and causes discomfort....
Plantar Fasciitis: The Hidden Pain in Your Gait
Hello, everyone. Today, I'd like to talk about a hidden pain in the sole of your foot that many of you might be experiencing: 'Plantar Fasciitis'. This condition causes severe pain in the sole of the foot, and the pain often worsens, especially when taking your first steps in the morning....
TMJ: The Silent Agony
Hello everyone. Today, I'd like to talk about 'Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ Disorder),' a condition that directly affects our conversations and meals yet often goes overlooked. TMJ Disorder is characterized by pain or discomfort when moving the jaw, and it often causes significant inconvenience in daily life....
Hyperhidrosis: The Untold Story of Hidden Sweat
Hello everyone, today I'd like to talk about 'hyperhidrosis,' a condition that causes discomfort in our daily lives and sometimes even lowers our self-confidence. Hyperhidrosis is characterized by excessive sweating, even in normal situations. It is particularly common in areas such as the palms, soles of the feet, and armpits....
Hypothyroidism: The Hidden Story
Oh, hypothyroidism! It's a term that's become quite common these days, given how busy our lives are. Many people, more than you might think, don't realize just how significant a role the thyroid gland—that small, butterfly-shaped organ—plays in our bodies. If this little friend doesn't do its job properly, our bodies are like they're in hibernation...
Functional Dyspepsia: The Hidden Story
Functional Dyspepsia: The Hidden Story Oh, functional dyspepsia! It's a complaint I hear so often among my patients. It's like cherry blossom petals dancing on a spring breeze, seemingly light yet ceaselessly swirling through our lives. Everywhere, you hear, "My stomach hurts," "I have indigestion..."
When Postherpetic Neuralgia is Severe
Oh, postherpetic neuralgia! This is truly a troublesome companion. In fact, quite a few of those who visit my clinic suffer because of this condition. It suddenly appears like an uninvited guest, disrupting daily life....
Headache: The Endless Weariness
Oh, migraines! While some people dismiss it as just a headache, for those experiencing it, it's like heavy chains tightening around their head. Don't you have friends who suffer from migraines too? If so, this post will likely hit home for you...
Warts, Why They Keep Recurring
Ah, finger warts, they're such a headache, aren't they? I've dealt with how persistent and tricky these little guys are more times than I can count. But don't worry too much. Let's work through this problem together...
Pediatric Atopic Dermatitis: So Itchy!
Oh, pediatric atopic dermatitis—just hearing the term tugs at my heart. When I think about the itching and discomfort young children suffer, and the worries and heart-wrenching concern of their parents, it truly breaks my heart. Today, regarding pediatric atopic dermatitis, let's explore how traditional Korean medicine views and approaches it, and how we, with our wisdom, can help children...
Indigestion, feeling bloated?
Ah, indigestion... it's quite a troublesome problem, isn't it? In Korean medicine, this is sometimes seen as 'Qi deficiency' or 'Damp accumulation,' and at other times interpreted as the result of an 'imbalance of Yin and Yang.' That's right, you need to listen carefully to the signals your body is sending. As we talk, it's as if we're old friends...