Hyunginjae Health Column
Self-check guides and Korean medicine health columns on skin, diet, women’s health, sleep and pain, written by Dr. Hong Myeonghwi.
Do your fingertips turn white in the cold?What to record when fingertips turn white or blue, how to warm safely, and which persistent color changes or wounds need prompt care.
An urge to move your legs at nightWhat to note when leg discomfort starts at rest and improves with movement, why cramps differ, and why iron should not be started without assessment.
Losing weight without trying? Don't treat it as a dieting successWhat to record when weight keeps falling without diet or exercise changes, accompanying symptoms to report, and why the cause needs assessment.
Morning finger stiffness: track 30 minutes and swellingLearn what to record when your fingers feel stiff in the morning, including duration, both hands, swelling and warmth, and when to seek medical assessment.
Leaking urine when you cough? Don’t start by drinking lessUrine leaks during a cough or sneeze are not simply a water-intake problem. Learn what to record for three days, why fluid restriction can backfire, and when to seek care.
Shoulder pain when raising your arm? Don't assume it's frozen shoulderPain when dressing, washing your hair or reaching behind your back isn't enough to diagnose frozen shoulder. Learn what to record, how to adjust daily activity and when to seek prompt care.
Dizzy when standing after cutting meals: should you keep dieting?Dizziness after cutting meals isn't automatically low blood sugar or anaemia. Check the timing, medicines and meals, prevent falls, and recognise when medical care comes first.
Night-time calf cramps: should you take magnesium first?A calf cramp at night doesn't automatically mean low magnesium. Learn what to note before adding supplements, how to stretch gently, and which symptoms need prompt medical care.
Pain at the Front of Your Knee After Starting Exercise?If extra walking or squats bring on pain at the front of your knee, review what changed. Learn when to ease off, what to note, and which symptoms need prompt medical attention.
Waking Up at Night with Numb Hands?Notice which fingers go numb at night, whether sensation stays reduced during the day, and any change in grip. Learn what to discuss at an appointment and which sudden symptoms need emergency help.
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