Na-Young Bae

A Case Study of a Taeeumin Patient with Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy Improved with Jowisengcheong-tang

Abstract A Case Study of a Taeeumin Patient with Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy Improved with Jowisengcheong-tang Mi-Suk Lee, Na-Young Bae * Dept. of Sasang Constitutional Medicine, Pusan National University Korean Medicine Hospital * Div. of Clinical Medicine, School of Korean Medicine, Pusan National UniversityObjectivesThe aim of this study was to examine significant improvement of dizziness, gait disturbance, insomnia and xerostomiaafter treatment with Jowisengcheong-tang in a Taeeumin patient with olivopontocerebellar atrophy (OPCA).MethodsThe patient’s subjective and objective symptoms were observed daily throughout the hospitalization period usingglobal assessment (G/A), and the Unified Multiple System Atrophy Rating Scale (UMSARS) was used to assess the overall function of patient.ResultsThe symptoms of dizziness and xerostomia decreased from G/A 100 to G/A 10~30 for five days, and the UMSARS score decreased in PartⅠ,Ⅱ. ConclusionsThis case showed that Sasang constitutional medicine treatment can be effective treatment method for OPCA. We consider that consistent treatment can contribute to improve the patient’s quality of life.Key Words: Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy, Unified Multiple System Atrophy Rating Scale (UMSARS), Jowiseungcheong-tang, Taeeumin

A Case Study of Soeumin Greater Yin Symptomatology Patient Diagnosed as Cerebellar Ataxia

A Case Study of Soeumin Greater Yin Symptomatology Patient Diagnosed as Cerebellar Ataxia Yu-Gyeong Park, Mi-Suk Lee, Na-Young Bae Dept. of Sasang Constitutional Medicine, Pusan National University Korean Medicine Hospital *Div. of Clinical Medicine, School of Korean Medicine, Pusan National University Objectives The aim of this study was to examine significant improvement of gait ataxia, vertigo and tremor after treatment with Sipyimigwanjung-tang, Hyangsayangwi-tang in a Soeumin Greater Yin Symptomatology patient Diagnosed as Cerebellar ataxia. Methods The patient was diagnosed with Soeumin Greater Yin Symptomatology and treated with Soeumins constitutional medications and acupuncture. The primary outcome measures for this study were the Unified Multiple System Atrophy Rating Scale(UMSARS) and Cerebellar function test to assess the overall function of patient. Secondary outcome assessment included Global Assessment Scale(GAS), change of patients sleep, stool and digestion. Results The symptoms of gait ataxia, vertigo and tremor decreased from GAS 100 to GAS 0~40 after treatment, and the UMSARS score decreased in PartI,II. Conclusions This case showed that Sasang Constitutional medicine treatment can be effective treatment method for cerebellar ataxia. We consider that consistent treatment can contribute to improve the patients quality of life.

A Case Study of a Taeeumin Patient with Advanced Parkinson's Disease Diagnosed as Dry-heat Symptomatic Pattern

Abstract A Case Study of a Taeeumin Patient with Advanced Parkinson’s Disease Diagnosed as Dry-heat Symptomatic Pattern Mi-Suk Lee, Yu-Gyeong Park, Na-Young Bae * Dept. of Sasang Constitutional Medicine, Pusan National University Korean Medicine Hospital * Dept. of Sasang Constitutional Medicine, Div. of Clinical Medicine, School of Korean Medicine, Pusan National UniversityObjectivesThis case study was about a Taeeumin patient with advanced Parkinson’s disease diagnosed as Dry-heat symptomaticpattern. In this study, we reported significant improvement of motor and non-motor symptoms of this patient after Sasang constitutional medicine treatment.MethodsThe patient was diagnosed with Taeeumin Dry-heat symptomatic pattern and treated with Taeeumin’s constitutional medications and acupuncture. The primary outcome measure for this study is Unified Parkinson Disease Rating Scale(UPDRS) to assess the overall function of patient. Secondary outcome assessments include Global Assessment Scale(GAS), change of patient’s sleep, stool and urine. Results and ConclusionsThe patient treated with Taeeumin’s constitutional medications and acupuncture had reduction in UPDRS (specifically PartⅡ, PartⅢ and PartⅣ) and GAS of motor symptoms. Furthermore, patient’s sleep, stool and urine were reported to be normal after treatment. In conclusion, this study shows that Sasang constitutional medicine can be effective treatment for Taeeumin patient with Advanced Parkinson’s disease diagnosed as Dry-heat symptomatic pattern.Key Words: Advanced Parkinson’s disease, Taeeumin, Dry-heat symptomatic pattern, The Unified Parkinson Disease Rating Scale

A Case Study of a Taeeumin Patient with Paresthesia and Weakness in the Limbs of Unknown Cause Diagnosed as Dry-Heat (Joyeol) Pattern

Abstract A Case Study of a Taeeumin Patient with Paresthesia and Weakness in the Limbs of Unknown Cause Diagnosed as Dry-Heat (Joyeol) Pattern Mi-Suk Lee, Na-Young Bae ＊ Dept. of Sasang Constitutional Medicine, Pusan National University Korean Medicine Hospital ＊ Dept. of Sasang Constitutional Medicine, Div. of Clinical Medicine, School of Korean Medicine, Pusan National UniversityObjectivesThe aim of this study was to report significant improvement of paresthesia and weakness in the limbs of unknown cause after treatment with Mangeummoonmu-tang and Cheongeummoonmu-tang in a Taeeuminpatient.Methods The patient was diagnosed as Taeeumin Dry-Heat (Joyeol) pattern and treated with Mangeummoonmu-tang,Cheongeummoonmu-tang and acupuncture. The patients subjective symptoms of paresthesia and weaknesswere observed using Global Assessment Scale (GAS) during the treatment period.Results and ConclusionThe symptoms of paresthesia and weakness decreased from GAS 100 to GAS 0 for two weeks. Furthermore,the patient’s symptoms of fatigue and xeroderma were reported to be improved after treatment. In conclusion, this study shows that Sasang constitutional medicine can be effective treatment for Taeeumin patient with paresthesia and weakness in the limbs of unknown cause.Key Words: Paresthesia, Weakness, Taeeumin, Dry-Heat (Joyeol) Pattern, Mangeummoonmu-tang, Cheongeummoonmu- tang

A Case Study of a Taeeumin Patient with Meniere's Disease Treated with Cheongsimyeonja-tang

Abstract A Case Study of a Taeeumin Patient with Meniere’s Disease Treated with Cheongsimyeonja-tang Mi-Suk Lee, Yu-Gyeong Park, Na-Young Bae * Dept. of Sasang Constitutional Medicine, Pusan National University Korean Medicine Hospital * Dept. of Sasang Constitutional Medicine, Div. of Clinical Medicine, School of Korean Medicine, Pusan National UniversityObjectivesThe aim of this study was to report significant improvement of vertigo, tinnitus and aural fullness after treatment with Cheongsimyeonja-tang in a Taeeumin patient with Meniere’s disease.Methods The patient was diagnosed with Taeeumin Dry-heat symptomatic pattern and treated with Cheongsimyeonja-tangand acupuncture. The patients subjective symptoms of vertigo, tinnitus and aural fullness were observed using Global Assessment Scale (GAS) during the treatment period.Results & ConclusionsThe symptoms of vertigo, tinnitus and aural fullness decreased from GAS 100 to GAS 0 for seven weeks. Furthermore,the patient’s symptoms of insomnia, urinary frequency, chest discomfort and fatigue were reported to be improved after treatment. In conclusion, this study shows that Sasang Constitutional Medicine can be effective treatment for Taeeumin patient with Meniere’s disease diagnosed as Dry-heat symptomatic pattern.Key Words: Meniere’s disease, Taeeumin, Dry-heat Symptomatic Pattern, Cheongsimyeonja-tang

Long-term Clinical Efficacy on Three Soyang Patients with Parkinson's Disease Improved by Combined Treatment of Korean-Western Medicine

Long-term Clinical Efficacy on Three Soyang Patients with Parkinsons Disease Improved by Combined Treatment of Korean-Western Medicine Yu-Gyeong ParkᆞMi-Suk LeeᆞSo-Hyoung KimᆞNa-Young Bae Dept. of Sasang Constitutional Medicine, Pusan National University Korean Medicine Hospital Dept. of Sasang Constitutional Medicine, Div. of Clinical Medicine, School of Korean Medicine, Pusan National University Objective This case study was about a long-term clinical effects after using Korean medicine treatment and western treatment in three Soyangin patients with Parkinson’s disease. In this study, we reported significant improvement of non-motor and motor symptoms of these patients after Sasang constitutional medicine treatments for more than a year. Method The patients were identified as Soyangin and treated with Yangguksanhwa-tang, Hyeongbangdojeok-san and acupuncture. The Hoehn & Yahr scale, Movement Disorder Society-sponsored revision of the Unified Parkinsons Disease Rating Scale (UPDRS) were used to assess the overall function of the patients. And the Global Assessment Scale (GAS) was used to assess the change of chief complaints after the treatments. Result and Conclusion The non-motor and motor symptoms of Parkinsons disease improved after Sasang constitutional medicine and western medicine treatments for more than a year. Furthermore these patients chief complaints improved without increasing of amount of western medicine (levodopa). In conclusion, this study showed that Sasang constitutional medicine with western medicine can be effective treatment for long-term clinical care of Parkinson’s disease.

A Case Study of a Taeeumin Patient with Advanced Parkinson's Disease Having Orthostatic Hypotension

A Case Study of a Taeeumin Patient with Advanced Parkinson’s Disease Having Orthostatic Hypotension Mi-Suk Lee*, Yu-Gyeong Park*, Na-Young Bae† *Dept. of Sasang Constitutional Medicine, Pusan National University Korean Medicine Hospital †Dept. of Sasang Constitutional Medicine, Div. of Clinical Medicine, School of Korean Medicine, Pusan National University Objectives This case study is about a Taeeumin patient with advanced Parkinson’s disease identified as Dry-heat (Joyeol) pattern. In this study, we report significant improvement of non-motor and motor symptoms after treatment with Cheongsimyeonja-tang. Methods The patient was identified as Taeeumin Dry-heat (Joyeol) pattern and treated with Cheongsimyeonja-tang and acupuncture. The Unified Parkinson Disease Rating Scale (UPDRS) was used to assess the overall functions of the patient. And the global assessment scale (GAS) was used to assess the improvements of dizziness, bradykinesia and tremor after the treatment. Result and Conclusion The UPDRS total score decreased from 138 points to 86 points after 5 weeks treatment. And symptoms of dizziness caused by hypotension, bradykinesia, and tremor showed significant improvement in GAS after the treatment. Furthermore, sleep disturbance and constipation were reported to be improved after the treatment. In conclusion, this study shows that Sasang constitutional medicine can be effective treatment for Taeeumin patient with advanced Parkinson’s disease having orthostatic hypotension.

A Case Study of a Soeumin Patient with Jaundice Diagnosed as Greater-Yin Accompanied Jaundice Pattern

A Case Study of a Soeumin Patient with Jaundice Diagnosed as Greater-Yin Accompanied Jaundice Pattern Mi-Suk Lee*, Na-Young Bae† *Dept. of Sasang Constitutional Medicine, Pusan National University Korean Medicine Hospital †Dept. of Sasang Constitutional Medicine, Div. of Clinical Medicine, School of Korean Medicine, Pusan National University Objectives This case study is about a Soeumin patient with jaundice identified as Greater-Yin accompanied Jaundice pattern. In this study, we report significant improvements of anorexia, dyspepsia, fatigue and weight loss after treatment with Hyangsayangyi-tang, Insambaekhaogwanjung-tang and acupuncture. Methods The patient was identified as Greater-Yin accompanied Jaundice pattern and treated with Hyangsayangyi-tang, Insambaekhaogwanjung-tang and acupuncture. The Global Assessment Scale (GAS) was used to assess the improvements of anorexia, dyspepsia, fatigue and pelvic pain after the treatment. And the liver function test was performed to measure the overall function of the liver. Result and Conclusion The symptoms of anorexia, dyspepsia, fatigue and pelvic pain were improved from GAS 100 to GAS 0-10 for four months. And The liver function test showed improved the response to treatment. The levels of AST (aspartate aminotransferase)/ALT (alanine aminotransferase) decreased from 43/42 to 29/14 IU/L. The level of total bilirubin was decreased from 2.7 to 1.9 mg/dL. Furthermore total weight gain was 8 kg from starting weight of 36.5 kg for four months. In conclusion, this study shows that Sasang constitutional medicine can be effective and safe treatment for the Soeumin patient with jaundice.

The Analysis on Clinical Characteristics of Out-Patients with Gastrointestinal Symptoms in a Korean Medicine Hospital

The Analysis on Clinical Characteristics of Out-Patients with Gastrointestinal Symptoms in a Korean Medicine Hospital Mi-Suk Lee, Yun-Hee Kim, Na-Young Bae, Min-Woo Hwang Dept. of Sasang Constitutional Medicine, Pusan National University Korean Medicine Hospital Gowoongyul Korean Medical Clinic Dept. of Sasang Constitutional Medicine, Div. of Clinical Medicine, School of Korean Medicine, Pusan National University Dept. of Sasang Constitutional Medicine, College of Korean Medicine, Kyunghee University Objectives The aim of this study was to make an analysis of clinical characteristics and status of Sasang constitutional medicine of patients with gastrointestinal symptoms who visited a Korean medicine hospital. Methods We studied 287 patients with gastrointestinal symptoms who visited a Korean medicine hospital from March 1, 2010 to February 30, 2012. We retrospectively collected medical history and characteristics of subjects using data of EMR (electronic medical record). Results The proportion of female was higher than male. Most patients was suffered from chronic gastrointestinal disorder. And they were not under western medicine treatment. Among the 287 patients, 139 persons (48.43%) were Soyangin, 88 persons (30.66%) Taeeumin and 60 persons Soeumin (20.91%). The proportion of Soyangin was higher than other Sasang types. In the distribution of prescription according Sasang Constitutional Medicine symptomatology, the proportion of exterior diseases prescription was higher than interior disease in Soyangin (93.53%). And the proportion of interior diseases prescription was higher than exterior disease in Taeeumin (75.86%) and Soeumin (95.00%). The majority of disease were Gyolhyung-symptom (51.54%) and Mangeum-syndrome (46.15%) of exterior disease in Soyangin, Dry-febrile symptom (73.56%) of interior disease in Taeeumin, and Taeeum-syndrome (95.00%) of interior disease in Soeumin. Conclusions By analyzing on clinical characteristics and distribution of Sasang Constitutional Medicine symptomatology could contribute to the development of guideline for treatment of gastrointestinal disease of Sasang Constitutional Medicine.

Case Study of Soyang Patient with Parkinson Disease Having Depression

Case Study of Soyang Patient with Parkinson Disease Having Depression Yu-Gyeong Park, Mi-Suk Lee, Na-Young Bae Dept. of Sasang Constitutional Medicine, Pusan National University Korean Medicine Hospital Dept. of Sasang Constitutional Medicine, Div. of Clinical Medicine, School of Korean Medicine, Pusan National University Objectives The aim of this study was to examine significant improvement of motor and non-motor symptoms after treatment with Sasang constitutional medicine treatment on a Soyangin patient with Parkinson disease having depression. Methods The patient was treated with Soyangin’s constitutional medications treatment(herb and acupuncture) and scalp acupuncture. The progress was evaluated using the Global Assessment Scale (GAS scale), Hoehn and Yahr scale (H&Y scale) and Unified Parkinson disease rating scale (UPDRS) before and after treatment. These scales were used to assess the overall function of patient. Result We observed a significant improvement in patient’s motor and non-motor symptoms using GAS scale, H&Y scale and UPDRS. The UPDRS scores decreased in PartI, PartII, PartIII and PartIV. Conclusion This study shows that Sasang constitutional medicine treatment can be effective for Soyangin patient with Parkinson disease having depression.