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[Traffic Accident Aftereffects] If neck and lower back pain worsens a few days after the accident

  • Key points
  • After a traffic accident, neck, shoulder, and lower back pain, headaches, dizziness, and fatigue may become more pronounced the next day or a few days later than at first.
  • However, just because symptoms are felt later does not mean they can all be assumed to be mild muscle pain.
  • It is not uncommon for people to feel "I think I'm okay" at the time of the accident due to tension, only to experience a stiff neck after returning home, or a heavy ache in the lower back and trouble sleeping a few days later.

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

What this article covers

  • Quick Answers
  • Why pain is worse a few days later than right after the accident
  • 5 Things to Check Before Your Appointment
  • Signs that require an emergency evaluation first
  • Why documentation is needed even if test results are normal
  • How to adjust your daily routine during the recovery period
  • Information easily missed when describing pain
  • How to determine returning to driving and work?

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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