Hello,
Sillim Bona Korean Medicine Clinic
Dr. Jee Hyun-woo — Damjeok Disease Specialist
This site is organized from a traditional Korean medicine perspective
for those suffering from digestive disorders, bloating, skin conditions, headaches, dizziness, and anxiety disorders
caused by Damjeok Disease and autonomic nervous system dysfunction.
We hope you gain valuable knowledge about Damjeok Disease and autonomic nervous dysfunction here, and restore your health through proper Damjeok treatment.
Damjeok Disease refers to a condition where waste products accumulate somewhere in the body
due to consuming foods unsuitable for one's constitution, medication use, or stress — leading to a pathological state.
A characteristic feature of Damjeok Disease is a hard, palpable mass in specific areas of the abdomen that is painful when pressed.
While "Dam" (phlegm) in its original sense can cause illness anywhere in the body,
in modern usage, Damjeok Disease specifically refers to the accumulation of Dam in the gastrointestinal system.
In modern medical terms, it is similar to conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), atopic dermatitis, intestinal metaplasia, uterine fibroids, and chronic myalgia.
For those who frequently experience a "lump in the throat," this is often because waste products cannot be properly expelled from the body due to Damjeok, accumulating in the muscles and causing spasms and stiffness in most cases.
XHello,
Sillim Bona Korean Medicine Clinic
Dr. Jee Hyun-woo — Damjeok Disease Specialist
This site is organized from a traditional Korean medicine perspective
for those suffering from digestive disorders, bloating, skin conditions, headaches, dizziness, and anxiety disorders
caused by Damjeok Disease and autonomic nervous system dysfunction.
We hope you gain valuable knowledge about Damjeok Disease and autonomic nervous dysfunction here, and restore your health through proper Damjeok treatment.
Damjeok Disease refers to a condition where waste products accumulate somewhere in the body
due to consuming foods unsuitable for one's constitution, medication use, or stress — leading to a pathological state.
A characteristic feature of Damjeok Disease is a hard, palpable mass in specific areas of the abdomen that is painful when pressed.
While "Dam" (phlegm) in its original sense can cause illness anywhere in the body,
in modern usage, Damjeok Disease specifically refers to the accumulation of Dam in the gastrointestinal system.
In modern medical terms, it is similar to conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), atopic dermatitis, intestinal metaplasia, uterine fibroids, and chronic myalgia.
For those who frequently experience a "lump in the throat," this is often because waste products cannot be properly expelled from the body due to Damjeok, accumulating in the muscles and causing spasms and stiffness in most cases.
Damjeok Disease brings a wide range of symptoms
Atopic dermatitis, menstrual irregularities, chest tightness, heartburn, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), chronic constipation, chronic diarrhea, dizziness, headaches, muscle cramps, bloating, shortness of breath, breathing difficulties, and bad breath — all of these varied symptoms can be attributed to Damjeok Disease and autonomic nervous dysfunction.
Having suffered from a weak digestive system since childhood, I began researching Damjeok treatment on my own. Based on the experience gained from treating patients with Damjeok herbal medicine, acupuncture, and various therapeutic techniques, I now approach every consultation with full confidence in providing the correct Damjeok treatment. I will absolutely help you recover.
Since opening my clinic, I have treated countless patients with Damjeok Disease and weight management issues using the correct Damjeok detox herbal medicine and acupuncture treatment.
Because this condition is not visible from the outside, patients have often had to suffer in silence. I understand your frustration and am committed to providing the most appropriate treatment for your recovery. Thank you.
Representative Symptoms of Damjeok Disease
What is Damjeok Disease? — The Connection Between Digestive Disorders and Autonomic Nervous System Symptoms
Do you feel bloated inside and anxious?
Why Damjeok (toxic phlegm) accumulated in your stomach is disrupting your nervous system
Even after endoscopy, you're told it's just "stress-related gastritis" — yet your stomach feels hard as a rock, digestion is constantly poor. If these symptoms come with palpitations or anxiety, Damjeok may be the root cause.
1. Your Stomach is Your Second Brain — Damjeok Blocks the Signals
The stomach wall is densely packed with autonomic nerves, earning it the name "second brain." When food is not properly digested and toxic waste (Damjeok) accumulates, it hardens the stomach lining. This blocks the parasympathetic (vagus) nerve responsible for moving stomach muscles. As a result, digestion deteriorates further, and the body falls into a chronic stress state (sympathetic overdrive).
2. Autonomic Nervous System Symptoms Triggered by Damjeok
Toxic waste from Damjeok spreads through the blood and lymphatic system, triggering:
- Bloating, abdominal pain, frequent burping, gas
- Throat tightness ("lump in throat"), difficulty swallowing
- Heart palpitations, chest tightness, shortness of breath
- Dizziness, headaches, tinnitus
- Anxiety, insomnia, fatigue, brain fog
- Skin problems: atopic dermatitis, hives
3. Why Western Medicine Cannot Find the Cause
Endoscopy, CT, and blood tests cannot detect Damjeok. Because tests show "no abnormality," patients are often told symptoms are psychological. However, Damjeok is a physical accumulation of toxic waste in the stomach lining — detectable by palpation (a hard, tender mass in the abdomen).
4. Bona Clinic's Damjeok Treatment Approach
We treat the root cause by dissolving and eliminating the accumulated toxic phlegm through:
- Damjeok Herbal Medicine — dissolves hardened phlegm and restores digestive function
- Acupuncture Knife (Chim-do) Therapy — releases tight stomach muscles and fascia
- Autonomic Nerve Regeneration Acupuncture — restores vagus nerve function
- Ultrasound-Guided Acupuncture — precise targeting of affected areas
"Digestive problems are not simply a stomach issue — they are a signal that your body's balance has been disrupted."
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