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Hepatitis C

#hepatitis C, #chronic hepatitis C, #antiviral drugs, #cirrhosis, #liver cancer, #bloodborne infection

Hepatitis C is an infection caused by the hepatitis C virus. In most people who are infected, it progresses to chronic hepatitis, and the risk of cirrhosis and liver cancer increases. If you are at risk of infection, please have a blood test to check.

2026-06-26

Herniated Cervical Disc (Cervical Disc Herniation)

#herniated cervical disc, #cervical disc herniation, #arm numbness, #neck pain, #forward head posture, #straight neck, #cervical spine, #sore neck, #pain in the back of the neck, #stiff neck, #numbness in hands and feet, #tingling arm, #tingling leg, #weakness in the arms or legs, #difficulty moving one side of the body

A herniated cervical disc (cervical disc herniation) is a condition in which a disc between the vertebrae of the neck presses on a nerve. The main symptoms are arm numbness or arm weakness. Most cases can be treated without surgery, but if there is paralysis or loss of bladder or bowel control, please consult a medical specialist immediately.

2026-06-26

Herniated Disc and Back Pain

#Herniated disc, #Disc herniation, #Lumbar disc herniation, #Thoracic spine, #Low back pain, #Leg numbness, #Cauda equina syndrome, #Arthroscopy, #Nerve block, #Numbness in hands and feet, #Arm numbness, #Tingling in the leg

The intervertebral disc acts as a cushion between the bones of the spine. When a disc is damaged or pushed out of place, it can press on nearby nerves and cause pain and numbness. Most cases improve with conservative treatment, but if symptoms are severe or there are signs of nerve damage, evaluation by a medical specialist is needed.

2026-06-26

Herniated Lumbar Disc (Lumbar Disc Herniation)

#herniated lumbar disc, #disc herniation, #intervertebral disc, #radiating leg pain, #sciatica, #low back pain, #spine, #low back ache, #back pain, #lower back strain, #numbness in hands and feet, #arm numbness, #tingling leg, #weakness in the arms or legs, #difficulty moving one side of the body

A herniated lumbar disc (lumbar disc herniation) occurs when a disc between the vertebrae of the spine moves out of its normal position and presses on a nerve. It is characterized by low back pain along with numbness or pain radiating down the leg. With timely treatment, most cases may improve without surgery.

2026-06-26

Hip Pain and Rheumatic Diseases

#hip pain, #rheumatoid arthritis, #ankylosing spondylitis, #lupus, #osteoarthritis, #avascular necrosis of the femoral head, #arthritis, #multidisciplinary consultation, #joint pain, #knee pain, #shoulder pain, #wrist pain

Hip (hip joint) pain can occur in various rheumatic diseases. Rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, lupus, and osteoarthritis are typical examples. When hip symptoms are present, an accurate diagnosis that takes systemic symptoms and blood tests into account is needed, so please be sure to consult a medical specialist.

2026-06-26

Hoarding Disorder

#hoarding disorder, #compulsive collecting, #compulsion, #discarding items, #psychiatry, #co-occurring depression, #obsessive-compulsive disorder, #anxious feeling in the chest, #restlessness, #worrying for no reason

Hoarding disorder is a mental health condition characterized by a compulsive inability to discard items regardless of their actual value or usefulness. Living spaces can become so filled with belongings that they are no longer usable, raising hygiene concerns and the risk of accidents. Depression or anxiety disorders often occur alongside hoarding disorder. If symptoms are suspected, please consult a psychiatrist.

2026-06-26

Iron Deficiency Anemia

#anemia, #iron deficiency anemia, #iron, #hemoglobin, #iron supplement, #fatigue, #pallor, #dizziness, #women of childbearing age, #fainting, #loss of consciousness, #syncope, #low energy, #lethargy, #persistent tiredness, #indigestion, #bloating, #upset stomach, #loose stools, #watery diarrhea, #frequent bowel movements, #constipation, #difficulty passing stool, #hard stool, #double vision, #overlapping vision

Iron deficiency anemia is a condition in which a lack of iron in the body leads to a shortage of red blood cells. Common symptoms include pallor, fatigue, dizziness, and shortness of breath during exercise. It occurs especially frequently in women of childbearing age. If anemia persists for a long time, it can place strain on the heart, so identifying the cause and receiving appropriate treatment is important. If you suspect these symptoms, please consult a hematology-oncology specialist.

2026-06-26

Kawasaki Disease

#Kawasaki disease, #high fever in children, #vasculitis, #cardiac complications, #immunoglobulin

Kawasaki disease is an acute febrile vasculitis of unknown cause that occurs mainly in children. If treatment is delayed, cardiac complications can develop, so please be sure to consult a pediatrics specialist promptly for diagnosis and treatment.

2026-06-26

Key Symptoms in Pediatric Emergencies

#pediatric emergency, #pediatrics, #emergency room, #fever, #febrile seizure, #dehydration, #cough, #rash, #hives, #fall, #chest pain, #seizure, #stomachache, #my stomach hurts, #stomach upset, #abdominal discomfort, #chest ache, #pain in the chest, #chest tightness, #stuffy feeling in the chest, #feverish, #having a fever, #high fever, #low-grade fever, #breathlessness, #difficulty breathing, #labored breathing, #feeling of suffocation, #dry cough, #persistent cough, #cough that won't stop, #racing heart, #pounding heart, #rapid pulse, #loose stool, #watery diarrhea, #frequent trips to the bathroom, #blood on stool, #bloody stool, #bright red stool

When a child suddenly becomes ill, it can be difficult to decide whether to go to the emergency room right away or to wait and see a local clinic. Unlike adults, children can worsen quickly, so if your child looks or acts differently from usual, do not hesitate to seek medical care.

2026-06-26

Kidney Cancer

#kidney cancer, #renal cancer, #hematuria, #flank pain, #robotic surgery, #partial nephrectomy, #targeted therapy, #immunotherapy, #health checkup, #headache, #a splitting headache, #migraine, #back-of-head pain, #breathlessness, #difficulty breathing, #labored breathing, #feeling of suffocation, #dry cough, #persistent cough, #cough that won't stop, #blood in urine, #red urine, #bloody urine

Kidney cancer is a malignant tumor that develops in the kidney. There are almost no symptoms in the early stages, so it is difficult to notice on your own, and in most cases it is found incidentally during a health checkup. Even without symptoms, it is important to detect it early through regular health checkups. If an abnormal finding is detected or you have any concerns, please be sure to consult a medical specialist.

2026-06-26

Kidney Transplantation

#kidney transplantation, #kidney transplant, #end-stage kidney failure, #immunosuppressants, #living-donor transplantation, #deceased-donor transplantation

Kidney transplantation is a surgery that transplants a healthy kidney into a patient with end-stage kidney failure, whose kidneys can no longer function properly. If the transplanted kidney functions normally, the patient may be freed from dialysis (a treatment that filters waste products from the blood using a machine), which can greatly improve quality of life. Ongoing care after surgery is very important, and please be sure to consult a medical specialist about anything related to transplantation.

2026-06-26

Leukemia

#leukemia, #acute leukemia, #chronic leukemia, #myeloid leukemia, #lymphoid leukemia, #hematopoietic stem cell transplantation, #targeted therapy, #chemotherapy, #fever, #feeling hot, #high fever, #low-grade fever, #lack of energy, #lethargy, #persistent fatigue

Leukemia is a malignant tumor that arises from immature blood cells in the bone marrow. It is classified as acute or chronic, and as myeloid or lymphoid depending on the type of cell involved. Unlike in the past, advances in medicine, including targeted therapy, have expanded the treatment options. Please discuss the diagnosis and treatment plan thoroughly with a hematology-oncology specialist.

2026-06-26

Liver Transplantation

#liver transplantation, #living donor liver transplantation, #deceased donor liver transplantation, #liver failure, #liver cirrhosis, #liver cancer, #rejection, #immunosuppressants, #Milan criteria, #MELD score, #feeling feverish, #body heat, #high fever, #low-grade fever, #dry cough, #persistent minor cough, #cough that will not stop

Liver transplantation is an operation that replaces a liver that has lost its function with a healthy liver, and it is one of the treatment options for several serious liver diseases, such as liver failure caused by cirrhosis and liver cancer. Since it was first performed in Korea in 1988, advances in technology and medication have led to more than 1,500 transplants a year at present, and the overall surgical success rate is reported to be about 90 to 95%. Liver transplantation is an important decision for both the recipient and the donor, so please discuss it thoroughly with your treating physician before making a decision.

2026-06-26

Low Back Pain

#Low back pain, #Back pain, #Sprain, #Muscle, #Ligament, #Winter back pain, #Stretching, #Aching lower back, #Lower back pain, #Throwing out your back, #Having a fever, #Body feels hot, #High fever, #Low-grade fever, #Numbness in hands and feet, #Arm numbness, #Tingling in the leg, #Weakness in arms or legs, #One-sided weakness

Low back pain is pain in the lower back, and it is common enough that about 80% of adults experience it at least once in their lifetime. Most cases improve with adequate rest and medication, but if it is accompanied by leg numbness or weakness, please see a medical specialist.

2026-06-26

Macular Degeneration

#macular degeneration, #macula, #retina, #decreased vision, #eye injection, #dry macular degeneration, #wet macular degeneration, #lutein, #blurry vision, #difficulty seeing, #hazy vision

Macular degeneration is a condition in which the macula — the central part of the retina — is damaged, leading to decreased vision. In severe cases it can lead to blindness, but early detection and consistent treatment can help slow its progression. If you are 50 or older, please have regular retinal examinations.

2026-06-26