Q Going out is burdensome because of my diarrhea. Is a non-face-to-face consultation possible?
A If your symptoms are stable, we can begin intake and consultation remotely. However, an accurate diagnosis and herbal prescription require an in-person visit, and if you have bloody stool, high fever, or severe dehydration, we recommend an in-person visit first.
Detailed Answer
If your condition is relatively stable with no emergency signs, we can start a basic consultation remotely by hearing about your diarrhea patterns and lifestyle. This lets us understand your condition in advance and save time before your first visit. However, since some parts require direct examination such as pulse and abdominal diagnosis, a visit is recommended for an accurate diagnosis and herbal prescription.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
When there is bloody stool, high fever, unrelenting vomiting, or signs of severe dehydration with little to no urine, we recommend first getting evaluated at a nearby medical facility to rule out other conditions. Continuing Korean medicine treatment after safety is confirmed is the wise approach.
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