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[Menopausal Joint Pain] If Your Fingers and Knees Keep Hurting, What to Check Along with Menopause

  • Key points
  • In consultations for menopausal joint pain in Ulsan, it is important not to attribute all pain symptoms in the fingers, knees, and shoulders solely to menopause.
  • After entering menopause, many people say, "My fingers feel stiff in the morning," "My knees ache more than before," or "My joints all over my body hurt more the day after a bad night's sleep."
  • Before and after menopause, some people experience muscle and joint discomfort in addition to hot flashes, sleep disorders, and mood changes.

View the original article at Inae Korean Medicine Clinic, Ulsan (Korean) ↗

What this article covers

  • Quick Answers
  • What is the relationship between menopause and joint pain?
  • 5 Things to Check Before Your Appointment
  • Methods of checking that vary by the location of pain
  • The impact of sleep, weight, and muscle strength on pain
  • How to relieve stress on joints in daily life
  • Why it must be distinguished from inflammatory joint diseases
  • Also check your bone health

You can view the full content in the original post on the official blog at Inae Korean Medicine Clinic, Ulsan.

Original: View the original article at Inae Korean Medicine Clinic, Ulsan (Korean) ↗

Jo Seong-won

Chief Director · Korean medicine doctor (KMD) · Inae Korean Medicine Clinic, Ulsan

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[Digestive System] If You Experience Recurring Nausea and Gagging, Check Your Autonomic Nervous System as Well

  • Repeated feelings of nausea and retching do not necessarily indicate an autonomic nervous system disorder.
  • Causes vary widely and may include gastroenteritis, reflux esophagitis, medication side effects, migraines, pregnancy, and ear disorders. If you experience weight loss, repeated vomiting, vomiting blood, black stools, severe abdominal pain, dehydration, or new neurological symptoms, prompt medical evaluation is essential.
  • Some people experience an upset stomach when they wake up in the morning, feel the urge to retch before important events, and postpone meals because even a small amount of food makes them feel nauseous.
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[Bladder and Urinary Disorders] Overactive Bladder in Ulsan: Why Should You Seek Treatment for Urge Incontinence When It’s Hard to Hold It In?

  • If you find it difficult to hold your urine or experience slight, involuntary leakage, you should get checked out.
  • When you’re tired or under stress, your autonomic nervous system can become disrupted, potentially making the symptoms worse, so you should be cautious.
  • By combining traditional Korean medicine treatments with lifestyle management, you can normalize your urination habits, so we recommend visiting us as soon as possible.
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[Endometrial Adhesions] If Your Menstrual Flow Has Decreased and You’re Having Trouble Getting Pregnant, Here’s What to Check First

  • Endometrial adhesions refer to a condition in which the inner walls of the uterus stick together, which can affect the shape of the uterine cavity or the flow of menstrual blood.
  • If your menstrual flow has noticeably decreased or stopped following a D&C after a miscarriage, uterine surgery, or an intrauterine infection, or if you are experiencing recurrent miscarriages or difficulty conceiving, you should consult an OB/GYN to determine whether an evaluation of the uterine cavity is necessary.
  • It can be concerning if your menstrual flow decreases significantly compared to before after a miscarriage or childbirth, or if you experience lower abdominal pain around your expected period but have almost no bleeding.

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[Recurrent Vaginitis] If you experience frequent episodes of vaginitis, it is important to examine both your vaginal environment and your immune function

  • Ulsan During consultations for recurrent vaginitis, we determine why symptoms such as increased vaginal discharge, itching, burning, odor, and discomfort after intercourse frequently recur.
  • While it is important to alleviate acute symptoms of vaginitis with antibiotics or vaginal suppositories, if the condition recurs, it is essential to consider the vaginal environment, immune function, sleep and fatigue, the menstrual cycle, and whether cystitis is present.
  • Vaginitis is a very common condition among women.
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[Bladder Disorders] Ulsan Treatment for Female Cystitis: Symptoms of Frequent Urination, Ulsan How is it treated at Inae Korean Medicine Clinic?

  • Ulsan The main symptoms that indicate a need for consultation regarding female cystitis are frequent urination, a sensation of incomplete emptying, a stinging or burning sensation when urinating, and lower abdominal discomfort.
  • Ulsan Cystitis is more common in women than in men, and at first, it may feel like simple urinary discomfort.
  • However, if you find yourself constantly worrying about using the restroom throughout the day to the point where it makes going out inconvenient, it’s a good idea to assess your bladder health, urination habits, sleep patterns, and fatigue levels.
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[Stress Urinary Incontinence] If you leak urine when you cough, you should check for stress urinary incontinence

  • Ulsan Stress urinary incontinence is a condition in which urine leaks when coughing, sneezing, laughing, exercising, or lifting heavy objects.
  • Unlike symptoms such as a burning sensation or frequent urge to urinate—which are typical of cystitis—this condition often occurs when increased abdominal pressure weakens the pelvic floor muscles and the support for the urethra.
  • Ulsan The most important thing when consulting about stress urinary incontinence is not to look at just one symptom in isolation.

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