Hihy Health
Encyclopedia

Cerebrovascular Disease (Stroke)

#stroke, #cerebral infarction, #cerebral hemorrhage, #thrombolysis, #thrombectomy, #cerebrovascular disease, #winter stroke, #first aid, #post-stroke sequelae, #multidisciplinary care, #headache, #splitting headache, #migraine, #pain at the back of the head, #lightheadedness, #spinning sensation, #unsteadiness, #vision going dark, #weakness in the arms or legs, #difficulty moving one side of the body

Cerebrovascular disease (stroke) is a condition in which a blood vessel in the brain becomes blocked or ruptures, causing brain damage. To minimize aftereffects, prompt emergency response is most important, under the principle that 'time is brain.' The risk of stroke is especially high in winter and during seasonal changes, so please follow the prevention guidelines carefully.

2026-06-26

Cervical Cancer

#cervical cancer, #HPV, #human papillomavirus, #uterus, #gynecologic cancer, #HPV vaccine, #cervical cancer screening, #body swelling, #facial swelling, #leg swelling, #swelling in hands and feet, #numbness in hands and feet, #arm numbness, #tingling leg

Cervical cancer develops in the cervix, the lower part of the uterus that opens into the vagina. It is a cancer with a clearly identified cause and is preventable; regular screening and the HPV (human papillomavirus) vaccine can help reduce its occurrence. If you have symptoms that raise concern, or have not been screened, please consult a medical specialist.

2026-06-26

Cholinergic Urticaria

#cholinergic urticaria, #hives, #exercise, #sweating, #body temperature, #allergy, #stinging sensation, #abdominal pain, #stomachache, #abdominal discomfort, #stomach pain

Cholinergic urticaria is a condition in which numerous small hives appear on the skin when body temperature rises, such as from strenuous exercise, mental stress, or a hot bath. Please consult a dermatology specialist.

2026-06-26

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)

#chronic kidney disease, #chronic renal failure, #kidney, #renal, #proteinuria, #glomerular filtration rate, #diabetic nephropathy, #lack of energy, #listlessness, #persistent tiredness, #body swelling, #facial swelling, #leg swelling, #swollen hands and feet

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a condition in which abnormalities in kidney function or structure persist for 3 months or longer. In the early stages there are often no particular symptoms, so the disease may go unnoticed and be discovered only after it has progressed considerably. People who have diabetes or high blood pressure, or who have a family history of kidney disease, need regular testing. If a health checkup reveals a kidney abnormality, please consult a medical specialist to confirm it.

2026-06-26

Chronic Osteomyelitis

#chronic osteomyelitis, #osteomyelitis, #open fracture, #shinbone, #tibia, #bone infection, #flap surgery, #multidisciplinary care, #seeing double, #overlapping images

Chronic osteomyelitis is a condition in which bone is infected by bacteria and inflammation persists for a long time. It most often occurs after an open fracture (a fracture in which the bone is exposed to the outside). It is difficult to treat and often recurs, so care at a specialized medical institution is important.

2026-06-26

Cold and Hot Compresses

#hot compress, #cold compress, #arthritis, #muscle pain, #hot and cold therapy, #paraffin bath, #ice pack, #body swelling, #facial swelling, #leg swelling, #swollen hands and feet

Compresses are often used to relieve pain and loosen stiff joints. However, hot or cold compresses must be chosen appropriately depending on when the injury occurred and the person's condition, so it is safer to follow a medical specialist's diagnosis than to decide on your own.

2026-06-26

Colon Polyps

#Colon polyp, #Adenoma, #Colorectal cancer, #Colonoscopy, #Polypectomy, #Bloody stool, #Colorectal cancer prevention, #Stomach pain, #My stomach hurts, #Stomachache, #Abdominal pain, #Low energy, #Fatigue, #Feeling tired all the time, #Can't have a bowel movement, #Difficulty passing stool, #Hard stool, #Blood in stool, #Blood in bowel movements, #Bright red stool

A colon polyp is a benign growth that forms in the colon. Most cause no symptoms and are found incidentally during a colonoscopy. Because some polyps can develop into colorectal cancer, the standard practice is to remove them when they are found. If you are age 40 or older, please have regular colonoscopy screenings.

2026-06-26

Colorectal Cancer

#Colorectal cancer, #Colonoscopy, #Bloody stool, #Polyps, #Rectal cancer, #Colorectal cancer prevention, #Hereditary colorectal cancer, #Dietary fiber, #Low energy, #Fatigue, #Feeling tired all the time, #Can't have a bowel movement, #Difficulty passing stool, #Hard stool, #Blood in stool, #Blood in bowel movements, #Bright red stool

Colorectal cancer is a malignant tumor that develops in the colon or rectum. It often causes no symptoms in its early stages, which makes regular colonoscopy screening important. A balanced diet and healthy lifestyle habits can help with prevention.

2026-06-26

Daily Life Management for Patients Receiving Chemotherapy

#anticancer therapy, #chemotherapy, #fever, #feeling feverish, #high fever, #low-grade fever, #lack of energy, #lethargy, #persistent fatigue, #loose stool, #watery diarrhea, #frequent bowel movements, #unable to pass stool, #difficulty passing stool, #hard stool, #numbness in hands and feet, #arm numbness, #tingling in legs

Daily life management strategies for patients receiving chemotherapy are as follows.

2026-07-13

Dental Implant

#dental implant, #tooth, #gums, #dentures, #bridge, #dentistry, #peri-implantitis, #jawbone, #osteoporosis

A dental implant is a treatment that restores tooth function by placing an artificial tooth root into the site of a missing tooth when a natural tooth can no longer be treated. It is widely used because it can address some of the drawbacks of conventional dentures or bridges. Whether implant treatment is appropriate depends on an individual's health status and jawbone condition, so please be sure to discuss this thoroughly with a dental specialist before making a decision.

2026-06-26

Diabetic Foot (Diabetic Foot Ulcer)

#diabetic foot, #diabetic foot ulcer, #diabetic complications, #lower limb reconstruction, #amputation, #blood vessels, #neuropathy

Diabetic foot (diabetic foot ulcer) is a complication of diabetes in which an ulcer (sore) forms on the foot and does not heal well. If it is not detected early and treated appropriately, amputation of the foot or leg may become necessary. If you have diabetes, check your feet often, and do not leave even a small wound unattended; please consult a medical specialist.

2026-06-26

Drug Allergy

#drug allergy, #anaphylaxis, #hives, #adverse drug reaction, #antibiotic allergy, #diagnosis, #prevention, #shortness of breath, #difficulty breathing, #labored breathing, #feeling of suffocation, #body swelling, #facial swelling, #leg swelling, #swollen hands and feet

Drug allergy is a condition in which an allergic reaction occurs after taking a medication. Reactions range from mild ones, such as hives, to life-threatening anaphylaxis. It is important to identify the causative medication accurately and to inform your care team.

2026-06-26

Drug Treatment for Rheumatoid Arthritis

#rheumatoid arthritis, #antirheumatic drugs, #biologics, #JAK inhibitors, #small molecule inhibitors, #methotrexate, #targeted therapy, #immunosuppressants

Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic disease in which the immune system attacks the body's own joints and causes inflammation. After diagnosis, drug treatment is started to reduce inflammation and slow disease progression. In recent years, in addition to conventional antirheumatic drugs, a variety of targeted therapies have come into use, including biologics and small molecule inhibitors (JAK inhibitors). Because each drug has different characteristics and side effects, please discuss treatment options thoroughly with your doctor before deciding on the approach that is right for you.

2026-06-26

Dry Eye Disease

#dry eye disease, #dry eye, #tears, #foreign body sensation, #artificial tears, #blepharitis, #lack of energy, #listlessness, #persistent tiredness, #anxious feeling, #nervousness, #worrying for no reason

Dry eye disease is a condition in which the surface of the eye becomes dry because there are not enough tears or the tears evaporate too quickly. It causes a variety of symptoms, such as stinging, dryness, and a feeling that something is in the eye. If symptoms are severe or persist, please consult an ophthalmology specialist.

2026-06-26

Early Detection and Management of Liver Disease

#liver disease, #liver cancer, #cirrhosis, #hepatitis B, #hepatitis C, #fatty liver, #nonalcoholic steatohepatitis, #hepatectomy, #minimally invasive surgery, #early screening, #alcohol abstinence, #lack of energy, #listlessness, #persistent tiredness, #nausea, #feeling about to vomit, #vomiting

The liver is a 'silent organ.' Even as damage progresses, there are no obvious symptoms in the early stage, so fatigue, loss of appetite, and weight loss are often dismissed as minor, and the disease is often discovered only after it has progressed to cirrhosis or liver cancer. Regular checkups are the most important way to protect liver health.

2026-06-26