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Cholinergic Urticaria
#cholinergic urticaria, #hives, #exercise, #sweating, #body temperature, #allergy, #stinging sensation, #abdominal pain, #stomachache, #abdominal discomfort, #stomach pain
Cholinergic urticaria is a condition in which numerous small hives appear on the skin when body temperature rises, such as from strenuous exercise, mental stress, or a hot bath. Please consult a dermatology specialist.2026-06-26
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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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Heat-Related Illness
#heat-related illness, #heat stroke, #heat exhaustion, #heat cramps, #heat edema, #heat wave, #dehydration, #summer health, #headache, #splitting headache, #migraine, #pain at the back of the head, #lack of energy, #listlessness, #persistent tiredness, #body swelling, #facial swelling, #leg swelling, #swollen hands and feet
Heat-related illness is an acute emergency condition that occurs after prolonged exposure to a hot environment. It can cause headache, dizziness, muscle cramps, and, in severe cases, decreased consciousness. People who work outdoors, older adults, and children need to take particular care. If symptoms appear, move to a cool place immediately, and if heat stroke is suspected, call 119 (Korea's emergency number) right away. Please consult a medical specialist.2026-06-26
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Seasonal Affective Disorder (Seasonal Depression)
#seasonal affective disorder, #depression, #major depressive disorder, #fall depression, #winter depression, #amount of sunlight, #circadian rhythm, #mood disorder, #lack of energy, #fatigue, #feeling tired all the time
Seasonal depression is a condition in which depression appears repeatedly and is closely tied to a particular season, such as fall or winter. The accurate diagnostic name is "major depressive disorder, with seasonal pattern." Changes in the amount of sunlight and disruption of the body's circadian rhythm are presumed to be among the causes. If low mood is serious enough to interfere with daily life, please consult a psychiatrist.2026-06-26
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Skin Care and Sun Protection After Laser Treatment
#sunscreen, #sunblock, #laser procedure, #skin regeneration, #scab
After laser procedures, proper wound care and thorough protection from ultraviolet (UV) rays can help prevent scarring and pigmentation. If you suspect a side effect, do not try to handle it alone; please consult a dermatologist.2026-06-26
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Tinea Versicolor (Pityriasis Versicolor)
#tinea versicolor, #pityriasis versicolor, #fungus, #fungal infection, #skin, #spots, #summer
Tinea versicolor (pityriasis versicolor) is a skin condition in which a fungus called Malassezia overgrows on the skin and causes patchy, uneven spots. It tends to occur in summer, when people sweat a lot. If symptoms persist, please consult a dermatology specialist.2026-06-26
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Vaginitis
#vaginitis, #bacterial vaginosis, #candidal vaginitis, #trichomoniasis, #atrophic vaginitis, #vaginal discharge, #itching
Vaginitis is inflammation of the vagina and is common among women. Depending on the cause, it is classified as bacterial vaginosis, candidal vaginitis, trichomonas vaginitis, or atrophic vaginitis, among others. If you have symptoms such as discharge, odor, or itching, please consult a medical specialist.2026-06-26