Hihy Health
Encyclopedia

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

#chronic fatigue syndrome, #antidepressants, #cognitive behavioral therapy, #exercise therapy, #chronic fatigue, #fatigue, #sleep disorder, #depression, #rehabilitation, #headache, #splitting headache, #migraine, #pain at the back of the head, #lack of energy, #listlessness, #persistent tiredness

Chronic fatigue syndrome is a condition in which severe fatigue persists for 3 months or longer even with adequate rest. Because there are many hypotheses about its cause, treatment is tailored to each individual. Antidepressants, cognitive behavioral therapy, and graded exercise therapy have been reported to be helpful. Please consult a medical specialist before deciding on the direction of treatment.

2026-06-26

Chronic Hepatitis B

#hepatitis B, #chronic hepatitis B, #cirrhosis, #liver cancer, #antiviral drugs, #vaccination, #vertical transmission, #lack of energy, #listlessness, #persistent tiredness, #loose stools, #watery diarrhea, #frequent bathroom visits

Hepatitis B is an infection caused by the hepatitis B virus. If chronic hepatitis B is not treated, it can progress to cirrhosis and liver cancer. People without antibodies should get vaccinated. If you have chronic hepatitis B, please have regular checkups and consult a medical specialist about treatment.

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

Comparing the Common Cold, Influenza (Flu), and COVID-19

#common cold, #flu, #COVID-19, #influenza, #respiratory infection, #comparison, #mask, #handwashing, #sore throat, #scratchy throat, #pain when swallowing, #feeling feverish, #body heat, #high fever, #low-grade fever, #body shaking, #feeling cold and shivering, #cold sensation, #dry cough, #persistent minor cough, #cough that will not stop, #stuffy nose, #clear runny nose, #yellow runny nose, #hand tremor, #body tremor

The common cold, influenza (flu), and COVID-19 are all respiratory infectious diseases caused by viruses, but the causative viruses and symptoms differ. It is often difficult to tell the three apart from symptoms alone, so if you have any abnormal symptoms, please consult a medical specialist.

2026-06-26

Growth Hormone Therapy

#growth hormone, #short stature, #growth clinic, #pediatric endocrinology, #growth, #height, #Turner syndrome, #head pain, #splitting headache, #migraine, #pain at the back of the head, #joint pain, #knee pain, #shoulder pain, #wrist pain, #body swelling, #facial swelling, #leg swelling, #swollen hands and feet

Growth hormone is a hormone secreted by the pituitary gland that is responsible for growth and metabolic function. Growth hormone therapy may be considered when short stature is caused by growth hormone deficiency or certain genetic conditions. Treatment continues for a long period, and consultation with an experienced pediatric endocrinology specialist is needed.

2026-06-26

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

Malaria

#malaria, #mosquito, #parasite, #fever, #chills, #overseas travel, #preventive medication, #headache, #splitting headache, #migraine, #pain at the back of the head, #feeling feverish, #body heat, #high fever, #low-grade fever, #body shaking, #feeling cold and shivering, #cold sensation, #lack of energy, #listlessness, #persistent tiredness, #hand tremor, #body tremor

Malaria is a parasitic infectious disease caused by the bite of a mosquito carrying the malaria parasite. It causes cold-like symptoms such as fever and chills, and delayed treatment can lead to serious complications. Before traveling to an area where malaria is a risk, please consult a medical specialist.

2026-06-26

Myofascial Pain Syndrome (Muscle Knots)

#dam (muscle knot), #muscle pain, #myofascial pain syndrome, #trigger point, #injection therapy

This is the condition commonly described in Korean as getting a "dam," in which a hard, painful lump forms in a muscle or in the membrane (fascia) surrounding the muscle. If left untreated, it can lead to chronic pain, so please be sure to be evaluated and treated by a pain medicine specialist.

2026-06-26

Norovirus Infection

#norovirus, #food poisoning, #winter food poisoning, #acute gastroenteritis, #diarrhea, #vomiting, #handwashing, #stomachache, #tummy ache, #bellyache, #pain inside the abdomen, #feeling feverish, #body heat, #high fever, #low-grade fever, #lack of energy, #listlessness, #persistent tiredness, #loose stools, #watery diarrhea, #frequent bathroom visits

Norovirus infection is acute gastroenteritis caused by norovirus. It circulates mainly in winter (November to February) and spreads through contaminated food or water and through contact between people. Hygiene practices such as handwashing are the most important way to prevent it, and most people recover on their own.

2026-06-26

Statin-Associated Immune-Mediated Necrotizing Myopathy

#statin, #myopathy, #IMNM, #hyperlipidemia, #muscle weakness, #immunosuppression, #autoantibody, #CK

In rare cases, people taking a statin (a medication for hyperlipidemia) can develop immune-mediated necrotizing myopathy, in which muscle weakness continues even after the medication is stopped. If weakness in both thighs or shoulders continues for a week or longer while taking a statin, please be sure to consult a medical specialist.

2026-06-26

Strength Training and Nutrition

#strength training, #bulking, #protein, #muscle growth, #nutrient intake, #exercise beginners, #resistance exercise, #lack of energy, #lethargy, #persistent fatigue

Effective strength training requires an understanding of proper nutrition and safe exercise methods. It is advisable to seek help from a qualified professional for your exercise method and meal plan.

2026-06-26

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