Are you struggling with stress-induced panic disorder?

1. Do You Want to Regain Peace of Mind?

Hello, I am Choi Yeon-seung, the representative director of Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic. Modern people live their lives suffering from big and small stresses in their daily lives. Among them, those experiencing panic disorder often struggle with daily life due to extreme anxiety and fear. Today, we will learn about panic disorder and consider together how it can be overcome from a Korean medicine perspective.

2. Are You Currently Having These Concerns?

As soon as I go outside, my chest pounds so much and I can't breathe, and I feel like I'm going to collapse. I can't handle interpersonal relationships, and I'm even afraid of going to work—it's an endless vicious cycle.

Patients suffering from panic disorder symptoms often complain of the following: sudden heart palpitations, shortness of breath, chest pain, dizziness, trembling, sweating, and other physical symptoms, as well as various mental symptoms such as extreme anxiety, fear, and feeling like you're going to die. Due to these symptoms, they experience great difficulties in daily life such as going out, interpersonal relationships, and work.

3. What Kind of Disorder Is Panic Disorder?

Panic disorder is a condition in which panic attacks occur repeatedly without warning. A panic attack refers to the sudden onset of physical symptoms accompanied by extreme anxiety and fear. Although they usually last about 20 to 30 minutes, the sense of fear lingers for a long time and often disrupts daily life. While panic disorder is not common, with a lifetime prevalence of about 1 to 3%, it is a serious condition that significantly reduces quality of life.

4. Why Does Our Body Show These Reactions?

The exact cause of panic disorder has not yet been clearly identified. However, it is known that genetic factors, imbalances in brain neurotransmitters, and stress work in combination. In particular, chronic stress is cited as a major factor that disrupts the balance of the autonomic nervous system and triggers panic symptoms. Additionally, excessive consumption of caffeine, alcohol, drugs, or irregular lifestyle habits can worsen panic disorder.

5. What Are the Causes of Panic Disorder from a Korean Medicine Perspective?

In Korean medicine, panic disorder is viewed as a condition belonging to the category of "simgye (心悸)," which refers to symptoms of palpitations and anxiety. Simgye is understood to occur primarily when the heart and mind are weakened, or due to liver dysfunction and qi-blood circulation disorders. In other words, panic disorder symptoms arise when the harmony of the heart and mind is disrupted and the flow of qi and blood is blocked due to prolonged stress and lifestyle imbalances.

How Is It Treated in Korean Medicine?

At Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic, we aim for harmony of the heart and mind and restoration of balance in treating panic disorder. First, after carefully assessing the patient's symptoms and constitution, we administer herbal medicine treatment tailored to the individual to correct autonomic nervous system imbalances and regulate liver function. We also enhance treatment effectiveness by incorporating acupuncture, which calms the heart and mind, and moxibustion, which aids qi-blood circulation. In addition, examining and finding ways to improve each patient's stress factors and lifestyle habits is also an important part of the treatment process.

About Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic

Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic provides personalized treatment tailored to each patient based on abundant clinical experience. Representative Director Choi Yeon-seung, with 16 years of experience, values communication with patients above all else and devotes himself wholeheartedly to their care. Furthermore, finding and treating the root cause of illness through the harmonious integration of classical formulas and modern Korean medicine can be considered the strength of our clinic.

Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic Through Treatment Testimonials

Every night, I was wrapped in fear of dying and couldn't sleep, but now I can fall asleep with a comfortable mind. My quality of life has definitely changed for the better.

Many patients with panic disorder who visited Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic experienced improvement in their symptoms and regained happiness in their daily lives. Office worker A in their 30s said, "Whenever I went out for my commute, my heart felt like it was going to burst and I couldn't breathe—it was so painful. After Korean medicine treatment, I was gradually able to regain stability. Now I live as brightly and energetically as before." Additionally, housewife B in her 40s said, "My daily life of taking care of my children was anxious and exhausting, but after consistently taking herbal medicine for about a month and practicing regular lifestyle habits, I feel much more comfortable."

What Should You Do for a Healthy Daily Life?

To prevent panic disorder and maintain a healthy heart and mind, improving lifestyle habits is essential. Regular exercise, as well as

Stress relief and a balanced diet to boost immunity are recommended. Additionally, getting at least 7 hours of sleep and avoiding excessive drinking and smoking are important. In your leisure time, meditation, yoga, and hobby activities to promote mental and physical stability can also help. As these small habit changes accumulate, they can become a powerful force in overcoming panic disorder.

Because I too have experienced panic disorder, I understand your suffering all too well. If we work together, we can certainly overcome it.

If left untreated, panic disorder can become chronic and significantly diminish quality of life. However, it is also a condition that can be overcome through proactive Korean medicine treatment and lifestyle improvements. At Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic, we will do our utmost to help patients suffering from panic disorder regain their healthy daily lives. Do not tremble with anxiety and fear any longer. Come to Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic with the hope of a warm spring day. We will stand firmly by your side as your reliable support.