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Hypotension (Low Blood Pressure)
#hypotension, #orthostatic hypotension, #essential hypotension, #dizziness, #blood pressure, #shock, #headache, #a splitting headache, #migraine, #back-of-head pain, #feeling dizzy, #spinning sensation, #unsteadiness, #feeling faint, #lack of energy, #fatigue, #feeling tired all the time, #loose stool, #watery diarrhea, #frequent trips to the bathroom
Hypotension refers to blood pressure that is lower than normal. Some people have chronically low blood pressure, but when blood pressure that was normal or high suddenly drops, it can lead to serious consequences within a short time. If you experience a sudden drop in blood pressure, please seek prompt evaluation by a medical specialist.2026-06-26
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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
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Liver Cirrhosis
#liver cirrhosis, #cirrhosis, #liver disease, #hepatitis B, #hepatitis C, #ascites, #jaundice, #hepatic encephalopathy, #variceal bleeding, #body swelling, #facial swelling, #leg swelling, #swollen hands and feet
Liver cirrhosis refers to a condition in which the liver has been damaged for a long time by various causes and has become hard. It is also called 'gangyeongbyeon' in Korean. When the liver hardens, it cannot perform its functions well. For an accurate diagnosis and treatment, please consult a medical specialist.2026-06-26
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Moyamoya Disease
#Moyamoya disease, #cerebrovascular, #cerebral infarction, #cerebral hemorrhage, #transient ischemic attack, #revascularization surgery, #pediatric stroke, #headache, #splitting headache, #migraine, #pain at the back of the head, #weakness in the arms or legs, #difficulty moving one side of the body
Moyamoya disease is a rare cerebrovascular disease in which the major blood vessels leading to the brain gradually become blocked and abnormal blood vessels form. It often presents as cerebral infarction in children and as cerebral hemorrhage in adults. Whether symptoms are present or the condition is found incidentally, please consult a neurosurgery specialist.2026-06-26
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Parainfluenza Virus Infection
#parainfluenza, #croup, #laryngotracheobronchitis, #children, #infants, #barking cough, #respiratory infection, #dry cough, #persistent cough, #cough that won't stop
Parainfluenza virus causes acute respiratory illness in infants and young children. It is a major cause of croup (laryngotracheobronchitis), which can produce a harsh, barking cough or hoarseness. Most cases recover with supportive care, but please consult a medical specialist if symptoms are severe.2026-06-26
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Retinal Artery Occlusion
#retinal artery occlusion, #retina, #decreased vision, #eye stroke, #central retinal artery occlusion, #high blood pressure, #diabetes, #blurry vision, #difficulty seeing, #hazy vision
Retinal artery occlusion is a condition in which the artery that supplies blood to the retina is suddenly blocked. Like a stroke, in which a blood vessel in the brain is blocked, it damages the nerve cells involved in vision, and it is sometimes called an 'eye stroke.' If sudden vision loss occurs, seek immediate medical attention at an emergency room or ophthalmology department.2026-06-26
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RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) Infection
#RSV, #respiratory syncytial virus, #bronchiolitis, #children, #infants, #wheezing, #premature infants, #feeling feverish, #body heat, #high fever, #low-grade fever, #dry cough, #persistent minor cough, #cough that will not stop, #stuffy nose, #clear runny nose, #yellow runny nose
RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) is the most common virus that causes bronchiolitis (inflammation of the small airways) and pneumonia in infants and young children. It is highly contagious, and most children are infected at least once before the age of 2. Premature infants, children with congenital heart disease, and people with weakened immunity need to take extra care.2026-06-26
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Secondhand Smoke (Passive Smoking)
#secondhand smoke, #passive smoking, #smoking cessation, #heart disease, #stroke, #lung cancer, #diabetes mellitus, #respiratory system, #headache, #a splitting headache, #migraine, #back-of-head pain, #dry cough, #persistent cough, #cough that won't stop, #blood-streaked sputum, #coughing up blood, #weakness in arms and legs, #difficulty moving one side of the body
Secondhand smoke exposure, also called passive smoking, means that a person who does not smoke breathes in smoke from a smoker's cigarette. Tobacco smoke contains thousands of chemicals, including carcinogens (substances that can cause cancer), and long exposure in an enclosed space can be harmful even to nonsmokers. If you are concerned about secondhand smoke, please consult a medical specialist.2026-06-26
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Situations Requiring an Emergency Room Visit During Chemotherapy
#anticancer therapy, #chemotherapy, #emergency, #abdominal pain, #stomachache, #bellyache, #pain inside the abdomen, #headache, #severe splitting headache, #migraine, #pain in the back of the head, #fever, #feeling feverish, #high fever, #low-grade fever, #body shaking, #shivering with cold, #chills, #shortness of breath, #difficulty breathing, #labored breathing, #feeling of suffocation, #body swelling, #facial swelling, #leg swelling, #swelling of hands and feet, #loose stool, #watery diarrhea, #frequent bowel movements, #blood on stool, #bloody stool, #bright red stool, #blood in urine, #red urine, #bloody urine, #weakness in arms and legs, #difficulty moving one side of the body, #hand tremor
Typical situations during chemotherapy that require an emergency room visit are listed below. Other emergency situations may also occur, so do not judge on your own based on the information below; please be sure to consult a medical specialist.2026-07-13
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Stroke
#stroke, #dementia, #vascular dementia, #high blood pressure, #snoring, #weakness in the arms or legs, #difficulty moving one side of the body
Stroke is a medical emergency that occurs when a blood vessel in the brain becomes blocked or ruptures. A blocked blood vessel is called a cerebral infarction, and a ruptured one is called a cerebral hemorrhage. If symptoms appear, going to the emergency room immediately is the most important way to reduce aftereffects. Stroke is also closely related to dementia. The main symptom of stroke is the loss of a specific bodily function, such as paralysis of the arms or legs. The most important factor in treatment is the golden time (the critical time window for treatment), so please be sure to consult a medical specialist for an accurate diagnosis. If abnormal symptoms appear, call 119 (Korea's emergency number) or go to the emergency room immediately.2026-06-26
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Surfer's Myelopathy
#surfer's myelopathy, #surfing, #spinal cord, #paralysis, #hyperextension, #low back pain, #urinary dysfunction, #back pain, #lower back pain, #back strain, #numbness in the hands and feet, #arm numbness, #tingling in the legs, #weakness in the arms or legs, #one-sided weakness
Surfer's myelopathy is a rare condition in which reduced blood flow to the spinal cord during activities that involve excessive backward bending of the spine — such as surfing, yoga, or Pilates — leads to neurological symptoms. If leg paralysis or loss of bladder or bowel control develops after low back pain, go to the emergency room immediately.2026-06-26
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Urinary Tract Infection in Children
#urinary tract infection, #pediatric fever, #bacterial infection, #antibiotics, #emergency room, #fever, #feeling hot, #high fever, #low-grade fever, #dry cough, #minor cough, #cough that will not stop, #stuffy nose, #clear runny nose, #yellow runny nose
A young child who has a fever without cough or runny nose may have a urinary tract infection. If treatment is delayed, the kidneys may be damaged, so be sure to consult a pediatric specialist.2026-06-26