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: ◇ 소화불량, 수면부족… 얼굴에 켜진 건강 적신호한의학에서는 얼굴에 나는 뾰루지로 몸속 장기의 상태를 알 수 있다고 말합니다. 특정 부위에 나는 뾰루지의 원인을 찾아보세요!◇ 이마=심장, 소화기계과로와 수면 부족으로 스트레스가 심할 때, 기름진 음식 섭취로 소화 기능이 저하된 경우 이마에 뾰루지가 나기 쉽습니다.◇ 관자놀이=수분 부족탈수가 오면 피지가 증가하는데 이때 피지선이 많은 관자놀이에 가장 먼저 뾰루지가 생길 수 있습니다.◇ 코=간잦은 음주로 간에 독소가 쌓이면 코 중앙에서부터 뾰루지가 생기고 코 주변 열감이 두드러집니다.◇ 볼=간, 폐음주와 피로로 간에 무리가 가면 왼쪽, 흡연과 호흡기 질환으로 폐에 문2025.07.26 14:54
SEOUL, South Korea — Researchers at Korea University Anam Hospital have developed an innovative diabetes prediction system that integrates clinical and genetic data to assess individual risk. The system has received a domestic patent and represents a major step forward in personalized medicine for type 2 diabetes.The project was led by Dr. Nan-Hee Kim of the Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, with Drs. So-Young Park, Min-Hee Kim, and Jae-Young Kim. The system forecasts diabetes risk using clinical indicators and genetic markers tailored to specific ethnic populations.Type 2 diabetes,2025.07.26 14:47
SEOUL, South Korea — Gout, a painful and often debilitating form of arthritis traditionally associated with older men, is now rapidly increasing among younger South Koreans—particularly men in their 20s, 30s, and 40s. Driven by changing dietary patterns, the condition—which most commonly affects the big toe but can also involve the ankles and knees—has become a growing public health concern.South Korea’s Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service reports a 73 percent rise in gout diagnoses over the past decade, from 308,728 cases in 2014 to 535,100 in 2023. In 2023, men accounted for2025.07.26 14:32
Blood accounts for approximately 7-8% of body weight, comprising roughly 55% plasma and 45% cellular components. It circulates through the vascular system, delivering oxygen and nutrients to organs, transporting antibodies and immune cells to fight infection, and enabling clotting to prevent excessive bleeding.Beyond these vital functions, blood offers a window into overall health. Laboratory analysis can facilitate early disease detection, confirm infections, assess nutritional status, evaluate organ function, and monitor drug efficacy or side effects. Dr. Young-sook Yoon, a professor of fami2025.07.26 14:20
Sleep occupies roughly one-third of the human lifespan. Inadequate sleep impairs memory, concentration, and emotional stability. During sleep, the brain cycles between non-REM and REM (rapid eye movement) stages. Disruptive behaviors such as shouting or kicking during sleep may signal a breakdown in the REM phase, potentially indicating REM sleep behavior disorder (RBD).REM sleep, characterized by rapid eye movements and active brainwaves, occurs in five to seven cycles each night and makes up 20–25% of total sleep. Individuals awakened during this stage often recall vivid dreams. Unlike deep2025.07.26 14:14
A study presented at the European Society of Cardiology conference suggests that weekend catch-up sleep may help reduce the risk of heart disease in individuals who experience chronic sleep deprivation during the workweek. The research team from China analyzed data from the UK Biobank, a large-scale health database, and found a significant correlation between increased weekend sleep and improved cardiovascular health. The research team examined sleep records from 90,903 participants who self-reported their sleep duration. Of these, 19,816 individuals averaging less than seven hours of sleep pe2025.07.26 13:46
Though not life-threatening, hair loss profoundly impacts quality of life for countless individuals. Dr. Ohsang Kwon, a dermatology professor at Seoul National University Hospital, shares insights into the causes, symptoms, and treatments of this widespread condition.The Hair Growth CycleHealthy hair grows in a continuous cycle of three phases: the anagen (growth) phase, which lasts three to five years; the catagen (transition) phase, which lasts about one month; and the telogen (resting) phase, lasting roughly three months before shedding. In individuals with hair loss, the anagen phase short2025.07.26 13:36
SEOUL, South Korea — A new study by South Korea’s National Evidence-based Healthcare Collaborating Agency (NECA) reports that aspirin offers limited protection against colorectal cancer for most individuals and significantly raises the risk of serious bleeding complications.Led by Dr. Jae-tae Lee, the research team reviewed 19 systematic analyses published between 2016 and 2023. These studies assessed aspirin’s preventive effects across three categories: the general population, high-risk individuals predisposed to colorectal cancer, and patients undergoing or post-treatment. The findings, r2025.07.26 13:20
SEOUL, South Korea — On July 16, Lilly Korea hosted a media session to highlight the clinical significance of adjuvant therapy for early breast cancer patients at high risk of recurrence, with a particular focus on Verzenio (abemaciclib) and its role in treatment protocols.Dr. Kyung-hwa Park, professor of medical oncology at Korea University Anam Hospital, underscored the heightened challenges for high-risk early breast cancer patients. “While early-stage breast cancer typically has a high survival rate, recurrence can drastically worsen outcomes,” she said. “In HR-positive/HER2-negative c2025.07.26 13:12
SEOUL — South Korean biotechnology firm OncoCross and Seoul National University Hospital have embarked on a collaborative effort to advance drug discovery through artificial intelligence.On July 9, the two entities signed a memorandum of understanding at Seoul National University Hospital,, pledging to combine an AI-driven platform with clinical data to integrate an AI-driven platform with clinical data to establish a precision drug discovery framework.Under the agreement, Seoul National University Hospital will contribute prospective clinical trial support, patient datasets, and research des2025.07.26 13:07
[Physician's Column] By Dr. Ijunggeun, EnjoyUrology IncheonSongdoUrine is more than just waste—it reflects the body’s metabolic processes and helps eliminate toxins. Produced by the kidneys and stored in the bladder, urine offers valuable insights into our health. Changes in volume, color, or odor may signal underlying medical conditions.Normal urine ranges from pale yellow to amber. If it appears red or dark brown, it may indicate hematuria—blood in the urine. Hematuria occurs when red blood cells leak into the urinary tract, which can happen anywhere from the kidneys to the urethra and is2025.07.26 09:00
소변은 체내에서 여러 물질이 대사된 후 이를 배출하기 위해 만들어진 결과물이다. 신장에서 노폐물이 걸러지면서 소변이 생성되고, 방광에 저장돼 있다가 요도를 거쳐 배출된다. 단순히 노폐물이 아니라 건강 상태를 확인할 수 있는 중요한 척도다. 소변의 양과 색깔, 냄새 등을 주의 깊게 관찰하면 우리 몸에 생기는 각종 질병을 예상할 수 있다. 건강한 사람의 소변은 대개 연한 노란색이나 황갈색을 띤다. 적색 혹은 진한 갈색을 띠게 되는 경우, 소변에 피가 섞여 나오는 ‘혈뇨’일 가능성이 높다. 혈뇨는 소변에 비정상적인 양의 적혈구가 섞여 배출되는 것이다. 소변이 만들어 지는 신장에서부터 요관, 방광, 요도 중 어느 한 곳에 출혈이2025.07.25 15:40
SEOUL, South Korea — With relentless heatwaves, tropical nights, and erratic weather patterns sweeping the region, the strain on public health is intensifying. For those with chronic conditions like hypertension, diabetes, heart disease, or kidney disease, summer poses an even greater threat. High temperatures interfere with the body’s ability to regulate heat, causing excessive sweating and rapid fluid loss. This can lead to sudden changes in blood pressure or blood sugar, and increase the risk of dehydration.Dr. Hae-ri Lee, an endocrinologist at H Plus Yangji Hospital, noted that high summ