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Food Allergy
#food allergy, #allergy, #hives, #anaphylaxis, #allergy and respiratory medicine
If you develop hives or shortness of breath after eating a certain food, it may be a food allergy, which can be life-threatening. Please do not take it lightly; be sure to see an allergist or pulmonologist for accurate testing. If you have difficulty breathing, throat tightness, or feel faint after eating, call 119 (Korea's emergency number) immediately, and use your epinephrine auto-injector if one has been prescribed.2026-06-26
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Itchy Skin in Older Adults (Senile Pruritus)
#itchy skin, #aging skin, #dry skin (xerosis), #itching, #winter, #moisturizing, #eczema craquelé (cracked eczema)
Itchy skin in older adults is a common symptom in people in their 60s and older, and dry skin is the main cause. If the itching persists or becomes so severe that it disturbs sleep, please consult a dermatology specialist.2026-06-26
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Syphilis
#syphilis, #sexually transmitted infection, #Treponema, #ulcer, #rash, #penicillin, #sexually transmitted disease, #lack of energy, #listlessness, #persistent tiredness, #body swelling, #facial swelling, #leg swelling, #swollen hands and feet
Syphilis is an infectious disease caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum, which is spread mainly through sexual contact. It can be treated when detected early, but if left untreated, serious complications can develop. If you have suspected symptoms or risk factors, please consult a medical specialist.2026-06-26