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Spinning Vertigo, Round and Round | Incheon BPPV
<p>Hello, this is Baeknokdam Korean Medicine Clinic.<br> Are you taking good care of your health during the changing seasons?</p> <p>As the cold weather begins, outdoor activities decrease, and indoor living increases.<br> Due to poor air circulation and dry environments,<br> immunity often weakens, making us susceptible to various illnesses.</p> <p>Especially, <b>children often suffer from frequent colds.</b><br> So, why do children's colds occur more often, and why is treatment also difficult?</p> <p>In this regard, we will take some time to explain in detail about <b>the characteristics and causes of children's colds, and Korean medicine treatment.</b></p>
What Causes Headaches Accompanied by Hyperacusis? | Migraine
안녕하세요. 백록담 한의원 입니다.<br><br><b>Mental illnesses</b> are sometimes referred to as a "cold of the mind," but it's difficult to consider them as mere fleeting symptoms that pass like a common cold.<br>In particular, mental illnesses such as schizophrenia can worsen over time and become more challenging to treat, making early diagnosis and treatment extremely important.<br><br>While many patients suffer from mental illnesses, social prejudice and stigma often lead them to miss timely treatment or feel compelled to hide their condition.<br>Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic aims to help all those suffering from mental illness, despite these difficulties, find the courage to seek treatment and reclaim a healthy life.<br><br>Today, we will delve into <b>schizophrenia</b>, one of these mental illnesses.<br><br><b>What is schizophrenia, and what symptoms does it present?</b><br><br>Schizophrenia is one of the most prominent mental illnesses caused by brain dysfunction.<br>It was formerly known as *Jeongsinbunyeoljeung* (정신분열증), but its name was changed to schizophrenia in 2011 to improve the negative perception of the illness.<br>Patients with schizophrenia experience a diminished ability to distinguish between reality and unreality, exhibiting abnormalities in overall mental functions such as thought, emotion, and behavior, leading to significant difficulties in daily life.<br><br><b>Key symptoms include:</b><br><br><b>1. Delusions</b><br>These are firmly held, abnormal and unrealistic beliefs about oneself or the surrounding world.<br>For example, symptoms may include believing someone is trying to harm them or that they possess special abilities.<br><br><b>2. Hallucinations</b><br>These are sensory experiences of seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not actually present.<br>The most common form is auditory hallucinations, where individuals often hear sounds or voices that others cannot.<br><br><b>3. Disorganized Thought and Speech</b><br>The flow of thought is irregular and confused, making logical conversation difficult. Symptoms include rambling or repeating meaningless words.<br><br><b>4. Disorganized Behavior</b><br>This includes repetitive actions without purpose, inappropriate emotional expressions, and neglect of hygiene, among other abnormal behaviors.<br><br><b>5. Negative Symptoms</b><br>These are symptoms where normal mental functions are diminished, presenting as apathy, avolition (lack of motivation), social withdrawal, anhedonia (loss of pleasure), and reduced emotional expression.<br><br>These symptoms can vary from patient to patient and may also change over time.<br>If you suspect symptoms of schizophrenia, please do not hesitate to visit <b>Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic</b> for an accurate diagnosis and treatment.<br><br>In our next post, we will explore the <b>causes and treatment methods of schizophrenia</b> in more detail.
When You Have a Headache and Feel Nauseous | Incheon Headache & Indigestion
Hello. This is Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic. Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic is a Korean medicine clinic located in Jeju, and we are doing our best for the health of Jeju citizens, Jeju residents, and tourists visiting Jeju. <br><br> A concern anyone who is a woman might have, <br> Menopause! Are you perhaps going through a difficult time due to menopausal symptoms? <br><br> Today, we will learn more about female menopause. <br><br> <img src="https://baekrokdam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Untitled-1-4.jpg" alt="여성 갱년기 치료 한의원" class="wp-image-3893" srcset="https://baekrokdam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Untitled-1-4.jpg 1200w, https://baekrokdam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Untitled-1-4-300x170.jpg 300w, https://baekrokdam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Untitled-1-4-1024x580.jpg 1024w, https://baekrokdam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Untitled-1-4-768x435.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px"> <br><br> <b>What is menopause?</b> <br><br> Female menopause refers to the period when <b>ovarian function declines</b>, <b>female hormone secretion decreases</b>, leading to <b>menopause</b>. <br><br> Typically, it appears in <b>the late 40s to early 50s</b>, but the <b>onset time can vary</b> depending on the individual. <br><br> Menopausal symptoms can include <b>irregular menstruation, hot flashes, night sweats, insomnia, anxiety, depression, osteoporosis, sexual dysfunction, fatigue,</b> and other various physical and psychological symptoms. <br><br> These symptoms can lower a woman's quality of life and can cause <b>many difficulties in daily life</b>, thus requiring <b>active management and treatment</b>. <br><br> <img src="https://baekrokdam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Untitled-1-5.jpg" alt="여성 갱년기 치료 한의원" class="wp-image-3894" srcset="https://baekrokdam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Untitled-1-5.jpg 1200w, https://baekrokdam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Untitled-1-5-300x170.jpg 300w, https://baekrokdam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Untitled-1-5-1024x580.jpg 1024w, https://baekrokdam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Untitled-1-5-768x435.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px"> <br><br> <b>Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic's Female Menopause Treatment</b> <br><br> At Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic, we provide <b>personalized, customized treatment to alleviate female menopausal symptoms</b>. <br><br> In Korean medicine, menopause is viewed as a state of <b>bodily imbalance</b>, and the goal is to <b>improve the overall function of the body, alleviate symptoms, and restore health</b>. <br><br> Key treatment methods include <b>herbal medicine, acupuncture, moxibustion, cupping therapy,</b> and more. <br><br> <b>1. Herbal Medicine</b><br> Herbal medicine, prescribed according to an individual's constitution and symptoms, helps alleviate menopausal symptoms by <b>regulating female hormone balance, improving qi and blood circulation, and strengthening the body's immunity</b>. <br><br> <b>2. Acupuncture</b><br> Acupuncture has the effect of <b>facilitating the flow of qi and blood, relieving pain, and reducing stress</b>. <br><br> <b>3. Moxibustion</b><br> Moxibustion <b>warms the body and promotes blood circulation, helping to alleviate coldness and pain</b>. <br><br> <b>4. Cupping Therapy</b><br> Cupping therapy is effective in <b>removing blood stasis and improving blood circulation</b>, thereby alleviating muscle pain or fatigue caused by menopause. <br><br> <img src="https://baekrokdam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Untitled-1-6.jpg" alt="여성 갱년기 치료 한의원" class="wp-image-3895" srcset="https://baekrokdam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Untitled-1-6.jpg 1200w, https://baekrokdam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Untitled-1-6-300x170.jpg 300w, https://baekrokdam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Untitled-1-6-1024x580.jpg 1024w, https://baekrokdam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Untitled-1-6-768x435.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px"> <br><br> Female menopause is a natural process that comes to every woman. <br><br> However, if you are having a difficult time due to menopausal symptoms, don't struggle alone; please visit Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic. <br><br> At Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic, we will <b>carefully diagnose each individual's health condition and establish the most suitable treatment plan</b> to help you have a healthy and vibrant menopause. <br><br> <b>Inquiries and Reservations: 064-747-1075</b>
I Get Splitting Headaches and Vomit Before Every Period | Premenstrual Headaches and Vomiting
Hello. This is <b>Baengnokdam Korean Medicine Clinic</b>. Today, we'd like to discuss <b>facial palsy</b>. <br><br> Facial palsy refers to a condition caused by <a href="link1">various factors</a>, where one side of the face experiences paralysis, the mouth turns to one side, the eye doesn't close properly, and other facial abnormalities occur. <br><br> <img src="image1.jpg" alt="구안와사란?" title="구안와사란?"> <br><br> Facial palsy is also commonly known as <b><u>peripheral facial palsy</u></b>, with Bell's palsy generally being the most common type. <br><br> Key symptoms include: <ul> <li>Weakness or paralysis of muscles on one side of the face</li> <li>Difficulty closing the eye (lagophthalmos)</li> <li>Drooping of the corner of the mouth on one side and drooling</li> <li>Reduced sense of taste</li> <li>Hyperacusis (tinnitus)</li> <li>Facial pain or discomfort</li> </ul> and so on. <br><br> <img src="image2.jpg" alt="구안와사 증상" title="구안와사 증상"> <br><br> While the exact cause of facial palsy is often unknown, viral infections (such as herpes virus), weakened immunity, stress, overwork, and exposure to cold drafts are considered major contributing factors. <br><br> In Korean medicine, facial palsy is regarded as a type of <b><u>'Wind Syndrome (風症)'</u></b> and is explained as occurring when Wind-evil (風邪) invades the meridians, thereby disrupting the circulation of Qi and Blood. <br><br> Therefore, Baengnokdam Korean Medicine Clinic uses the following methods for <b>facial palsy treatment</b>. <br><br> <img src="image3.jpg" alt="백록담한의원 구안와사 치료" title="백록담한의원 구안와사 치료"> <br><br> <ul> <li><b>Acupuncture</b>: It facilitates the smooth flow of Qi and Blood in the meridians and aids in the recovery of paralyzed muscles.</li> <li><b>Herbal Medicine</b>: It helps strengthen immunity, eliminate inflammation, and restore nerve function.</li> <li><b>Pharmacopuncture</b>: This therapy involves injecting refined herbal extracts directly into acupoints and is effective for alleviating inflammation and promoting nerve regeneration.</li> <li><b>Cupping Therapy</b>: It promotes blood circulation, relieves muscle tension, and aids in the recovery of facial muscles.</li> <li><b>Physiotherapy</b>: Through facial muscle exercises, massage, etc., it helps restore the function of paralyzed muscles and prevent recurrence.</li> </ul> <br><br> For facial palsy, <b><u>early treatment is crucial</u></b>, as neglecting it can lead to lasting sequelae. Therefore, if symptoms appear, it is advisable to visit <a href="link2">a nearby Korean medicine clinic</a> for examination. <br><br> At Baengnokdam Korean Medicine Clinic, we provide <b><u>customized treatment</u></b> tailored to each patient's constitution and symptoms, doing our best for quick recovery and prevention of recurrence. <br><br> If you are experiencing discomfort due to facial palsy, please do not hesitate to contact <b>Baengnokdam Korean Medicine Clinic</b>. <br><br> Thank you.
Head Hyperhidrosis - Sweat Flowing from the Head
Head sweat – is it simply a matter of body type? Some people say this: "It's not even hot, but sweat just pours down my forehead, my hair gets soaked, and it's really embarrassing."...
What You Can Learn from the Types of Tinnitus Sounds
Does the same sound echo in your head dozens of times a day? Some call it a "beeping sound," while others describe it as "electrical noise." Still others say it feels like their heart is beating in their ear. Today, we'll explore how tinnitus, a single symptom, can manifest in such a variety of 'faces of sound'...
The Many Kinds of Dizziness and Their Diverse Causes
Hello everyone. Today, I'd like to dive a bit deeper into the topic of 'dizziness'. Specifically, we'll explore why the diagnosis of dizziness has become increasingly complex recently, what this complexity signifies for both patients and healthcare providers, and I'll try to unpack it all in a discussion that's a bit long and relaxed, but absolutely essential.
Headache and Migraine Causes?
Over the past decade or so, many studies have been conducted on the mechanisms of headaches and migraines, allowing us to understand much more about headaches than ever before. Now, let's delve into why headaches occur and what various causes can trigger them....
BPPV and Vertigo Treatment
Your ear contains the vestibular organ, which is responsible for your sense of balance. Within it are otoliths, which are tiny biocrystals. These otoliths detect changes in head movement and transmit signals...
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...
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....
Things to Consider When Treating Headaches
안녕하세요 백록담한의원 대표원장 최연승입니다. 요즘같이 날씨가 쌀쌀해지면 기침을 하거나 재채기를 하는 분들을 많이 보게 되는데요. 날씨가 추워지면 감기에 걸리는 것이 당연하지만 유독 환절기에 심해지는 기침과 재채기는 비염을 의심해볼 수 있습니다. 오늘은 알레르기 비염에 대해 백록담한의원과 함께 자세히 알아보도록 하겠습니다. <h3 data-ke-size="size24"><b>What is Rhinitis?</b></h3> Rhinitis is an inflammatory disease of the nasal lining, characterized by symptoms such as a runny nose, nasal congestion, sneezing, and itching. While its symptoms are similar to those of a common cold, making them easy to confuse, a cold is caused by a virus, whereas rhinitis is characterized by an overreaction of the nasal mucous membrane to specific substances. Rhinitis can be broadly divided into infectious rhinitis and non-infectious rhinitis. <h4 data-ke-size="size20"><b>Infectious Rhinitis</b></h4> This type of rhinitis results from infection by bacteria, viruses, fungi, and other microorganisms. It primarily includes acute rhinitis and chronic rhinitis; what we commonly refer to as a common cold also falls under acute infectious rhinitis. <h4 data-ke-size="size20"><b>Non-infectious Rhinitis</b></h4> This rhinitis is caused by external environmental factors, not infection. It primarily includes allergic rhinitis, vasomotor rhinitis, drug-induced rhinitis, and atrophic rhinitis. <h3 data-ke-size="size24"><b>What is Allergic Rhinitis?</b></h3> Allergic rhinitis is the most commonly occurring disease among non-infectious rhinitis types. It is a condition where inflammation develops due to an overreaction of the nasal mucous membrane upon exposure to specific allergens. Key symptoms include nasal congestion, runny nose, sneezing, and itching around the eyes or nose. These may also be accompanied by symptoms such as headaches, watery eyes, nosebleeds, and a reduced sense of smell. It particularly worsens during transitional seasons, and in severe cases, symptoms such as sleep disturbance, decreased concentration, and chronic fatigue may appear, leading to a diminished quality of life. Furthermore, it can be accompanied by other allergic conditions such as atopic dermatitis or asthma. If left untreated, severe nasal congestion can progress to sinusitis or otitis media.