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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
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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
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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
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Flat Feet (Pes Planus)
#flat feet, #foot arch, #foot and ankle, #foot fatigue, #foot pain, #posterior tibial tendon, #orthotic insole, #low energy, #lethargy, #persistent tiredness
Flat feet refers to a condition in which the arch of the foot — the inward curve along the sole — is so low that it touches the ground. The arch normally acts like a spring, absorbing shock to the foot during walking or running. If symptoms persist, please consult a medical specialist.2026-06-26
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Foot Health and Choosing the Right Shoes
#shoe selection, #foot health, #high heels, #proper footwear, #foot care, #foot, #lack of energy, #lethargy, #persistent fatigue
Choosing appropriate shoes and taking good care of your feet can help prevent various foot problems. If you notice any problems with your feet, please consult a medical specialist.2026-06-26
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Glaucoma
#glaucoma, #optic nerve, #intraocular pressure, #visual field loss, #normal-tension glaucoma, #how to use eye drops, #headache, #splitting headache, #migraine, #pain at the back of the head, #lack of energy, #listlessness, #persistent tiredness
Glaucoma is a disease in which the optic nerve inside the eye is gradually damaged by high intraocular pressure or other factors, causing the visual field to narrow progressively. There are almost no symptoms in the early stage, so detection can be delayed, and rather than a cure, lifelong consistent management is important. Detecting it early through regular checkups and starting treatment is the best way to help prevent blindness.2026-06-26
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Health Effects of Holding Urine and Stool
#cystitis, #urinary tract infection, #holding urine, #delayed voiding, #constipation, #hemorrhoids, #irritable bowel syndrome, #reflux esophagitis, #fluid intake, #stomachache, #abdominal pain, #belly ache, #gut pain, #headache, #splitting headache, #migraine, #pain at the back of the head, #lack of energy, #lethargy, #persistent fatigue, #upset stomach, #bloating, #indigestion, #loose stools, #watery diarrhea, #frequent bathroom visits, #unable to pass stool, #difficulty passing stool, #hard stools, #blood on stool, #bloody stool, #bright red stool
In service jobs and some other occupations, it can be difficult to use the restroom freely because of the nature of the work. Repeatedly holding urine or stool for long periods may cause various problems in bladder, urinary tract, and digestive health. If you often have to hold urine or stool, please consult a medical specialist.2026-06-26
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Hepatitis B
#hepatitis B, #chronic hepatitis, #antiviral drugs, #cirrhosis, #liver cancer, #HBV, #vaccination, #liver health, #lack of energy, #listlessness, #persistent tiredness, #dry cough, #persistent minor cough, #cough that will not stop
Hepatitis B is a liver inflammation caused by the hepatitis B virus. In Korea, about 30% of cirrhosis cases and 45% of liver cancer cases are associated with hepatitis B. It can be managed with proper care, including vaccination and consistent treatment, and regular checkups are important to help keep it from progressing to cirrhosis or liver cancer.2026-06-26
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Herpes Zoster (Shingles)
#Herpes zoster, #Shingles, #Chickenpox, #Virus, #Neuralgia, #Rash, #Vaccination, #Immune system, #Low energy, #Fatigue, #Feeling tired all the time
Herpes zoster (shingles) is an infectious disease caused by the varicella-zoster virus. It is marked by severe pain and a band-like skin rash. If symptoms appear, it is important to see a medical specialist as soon as possible.2026-06-26
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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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Insomnia
#insomnia, #sleep hygiene, #cognitive behavioral therapy, #sleeping pills, #mental health, #lack of energy, #lethargy, #persistent fatigue, #unable to fall asleep, #frequent awakening, #difficulty sleeping deeply
Insomnia is not simply fatigue. It is a condition that can harm both physical and mental health. Non-drug treatment that changes lifestyle habits is important before taking sleeping pills, so please consult a specialist in psychiatry.2026-06-26
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Insomnia (Summer Tropical Nights)
#insomnia, #sleep disorder, #tropical night, #sleep hygiene, #body temperature, #cognitive behavioral therapy, #sleep, #lack of energy, #lethargy, #persistent fatigue, #unable to fall asleep, #frequent awakening, #difficulty sleeping deeply, #anxious feeling in the chest, #restlessness, #worrying for no reason
Insomnia is a sleep disorder in which difficulty falling asleep or frequent waking during sleep continues and interferes with daily life. Sleep can also be disrupted by environmental factors, such as tropical nights (very hot summer nights). If symptoms persist for 3 weeks or longer, please consult a medical specialist.2026-06-26
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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
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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