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Q. I live in Jeongeup; is it okay to get herbal medicine via remote consultation instead of visiting in person? Who would you recommend this for?

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While an in-person visit for a comprehensive examination is ideal, remote consultations are a great alternative for those with demanding work schedules or those who find visiting a clinic stressful. However, if you have multiple chronic conditions or are experiencing sudden, unstable changes in your health, I strongly recommend an in-person consultation.

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Having experienced times when my own schedule left me with no breathing room, I developed this remote system to help patients in similar situations. I specifically recommend this service to three types of people: First, those with severe time constraints. Even within Jeongeup, commuting can be a burden. If visiting a clinic feels like an overwhelming chore due to your work schedule, remote prescriptions are far more efficient. Second, those who have suffered from the side effects of conventional weight loss medications. If you experienced palpitations or insomnia with other medications, TKM prescriptions that finely tune your body's balance can be helpful. In these cases, we focus on identifying 'Dam-eum' (痰飮)—the stagnation of metabolic waste products in the body that slows down metabolism. Third, those with weak digestive systems who struggle with dietary management. In TKM, this is referred to as 'Bi-heo' (脾虛), or Spleen Deficiency. When the Spleen's function weakens, nutrient absorption and excretion are hindered, making the body more prone to weight gain. I recommend this for those who wish to address these constitutional issues first. However, if you have significant 'Eo-hyeol' (瘀血)—blood stasis leading to clear circulatory disorders—or have had sudden health changes, an in-person visit to have your pulse taken (pulse diagnosis) is much more accurate. Since the direction of the prescription can change entirely based on your physical state, I suggest starting with a light consultation if you are undecided.
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