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Metabolic Syndrome

#Metabolic syndrome, #Insulin resistance, #Abdominal obesity, #Visceral fat, #High blood sugar, #High blood pressure, #Dyslipidemia, #Triglycerides, #HDL cholesterol, #Cardiovascular and cerebrovascular disease

Metabolic syndrome refers to having at least 3 of the following conditions together: high blood sugar, high blood pressure, dyslipidemia, and abdominal obesity. Having metabolic syndrome raises the risk of serious conditions such as heart attack, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. It can be effectively prevented and managed through early detection and lifestyle changes, so please check your own status through regular health checkups and evaluation by a medical specialist.

2026-06-26

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

Neurogenic Bladder

#neurogenic bladder, #overactive bladder, #urinary incontinence, #residual urine, #bladder function, #stroke, #Parkinson's disease, #diabetes mellitus, #urodynamic study, #clean intermittent catheterization

Neurogenic bladder is a condition in which a problem in the nervous system, such as the brain, spinal cord, or peripheral nerves, prevents the bladder from storing or emptying urine properly. Symptoms are often mild at first and easy to overlook, but without treatment, serious complications such as urinary tract infection and kidney failure can occur. If you have an underlying condition such as stroke or diabetes mellitus, please have your bladder function checked regularly.

2026-06-26

Obesity

#obesity, #body mass index, #BMI, #abdominal obesity, #severe obesity, #anti-obesity medication, #liraglutide, #bariatric (metabolic) surgery, #fatty liver, #metabolic syndrome

Obesity is a chronic disease in which excess body fat accumulates, and it can cause various complications, such as high blood pressure, diabetes mellitus, dyslipidemia, and arthritis. Under Asia-Pacific criteria, obesity is diagnosed when body mass index (BMI) is 25 kg/m² or higher, and, like high blood pressure and diabetes, it is a condition that needs lifelong management. Please consult a medical specialist before deciding on a treatment method.

2026-06-26

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

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

Sleep Apnea

#sleep apnea, #snoring, #polysomnography, #positive airway pressure device, #CPAP, #insomnia, #daytime sleepiness, #high blood pressure, #headache, #a splitting headache, #migraine, #back-of-head pain, #lack of energy, #fatigue, #feeling tired all the time

Sleep apnea is a condition in which breathing repeatedly stops or becomes markedly reduced for 10 seconds or longer during sleep. If left untreated, it can worsen various systemic conditions such as high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, and diabetes mellitus. It is not a simple sleeping habit but a condition that may require treatment. If you snore heavily or feel severe daytime sleepiness, please consult an ENT specialist.

2026-06-26

Smoking, Health, and Quitting Smoking

#Smoking, #Smoking cessation, #E-cigarettes, #Nicotine, #Tar, #Lung cancer, #Cardiovascular disease, #COPD, #Smoking cessation medication, #Nicotine addiction, #Weakness in arms or legs, #One-sided weakness, #Chest anxiety, #Restlessness, #Unexplained worry, #Feeling down, #Lack of motivation, #Not wanting to do anything

Both regular cigarettes and e-cigarettes are harmful to health. Smoking raises the risk of many conditions, including lung cancer and other cancers, cardiovascular disease, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Quitting smoking is not easy, but getting help from a medical specialist makes success more likely. If you've decided to quit, please work with a healthcare team rather than trying on your own.

2026-06-26

Snoring

#snoring, #sleep, #airway, #uvula, #obesity, #sleep apnea, #otolaryngology, #headache, #severe headache, #migraine, #back-of-head pain, #nasal congestion, #clear nasal discharge, #yellow nasal discharge

Snoring is a sound produced when the airway in the throat narrows during sleep. Although it may seem like a simple sleep habit, it can progress to sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is associated with various systemic conditions, including high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke. If snoring is severe or accompanied by apnea, please consult an otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat) specialist.

2026-06-26

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