Question 1

From what age can children receive Korean medicine?

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Acupuncture from 100 days old, herbal medicine from 6 months are possible.

Question 2

How long does pediatric Korean medicine treatment usually take?

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Acute conditions 1–2 weeks, chronic conditions 2–6 months on average.

Question 3

Are remote consultations available?

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Limited remote consultations are available; in-person diagnosis is recommended for first visits.

Question 4

I am attending a paediatric clinic — can we have both?

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Many people do combine them. Please tell us your current medication and test results.

Question 5

My child is on growth hormone injections — can they take herbal medicine too?

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Some people do combine them. Please do not stop the injections on your own, and tell us the prescription details.

Question 6

Can you predict how much my child will grow?

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We can see a range from the bone age and the growth curve. We do not state a figure definitively.

Question 7

My child is withdrawn and cannot make friends.

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We separate what is to be seen as personality from what is to be seen as treatable. It is better not to be impatient.

Question 8

My child is sensitive and reacts strongly to small things.

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There is a part we see as temperament. However, where daily life is difficult we look at it together.

Question 9

Is cupping safe for children?

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Yes, with reduced suction and shorter time, cupping is safe from age 4–5.

Question 10

Is moxibustion also performed on children?

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Yes, indirect moxibustion at safe temperatures is used for cold-type conditions.

Question 11

Is physical therapy combined for children?

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Yes, gentle hot packs, low-frequency therapy, and posture correction therapy are combined.

Question 12

My child often has stomach ache — do you treat the abdomen?

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We use heat and light stimulation on the abdomen. We often use herbal medicine alongside.

Question 13

What if my child is frightened of the treatment and cries?

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We do not proceed by force. We change the order and split it into short sessions.

Question 14

My child's hands and feet are cold and they have no appetite — is moxibustion right?

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We use it for that type. We use electronic moxibustion so the temperature is controlled.

Question 15

Is pediatric Korean medicine treatment covered by health insurance?

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Acupuncture, moxibustion, cupping, and Chuna are covered; herbal medicine is mostly out-of-pocket.

Question 16

How much does growth herbal medicine cost?

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Approximately 350,000–550,000 KRW per 1-month dose, varying by prescription.

Question 17

Are card payments and installments available?

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Yes, all major cards are accepted with up to 12-month installments for non-covered items.

Question 18

I hear growth treatment means attending for years?

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We do not fix it at a number of years. We usually decide by watching the course in units of months.

Question 19

When can my child come? Because of school.

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On weekdays we see patients until 9pm, and on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays from 9am to 4pm.

Question 20

If we stop part-way, what happens to the remaining cost?

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We explain the basis on which remaining sessions are handled before payment.

Question 21

When should growth plate testing be done?

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Boys age 9–11, girls age 8–10 are ideal — earlier is better.

Question 22

Is precocious puberty also treated together?

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Yes, herbal therapy controlling hormones helps slow progression.

Question 23

When should growth tonics be started?

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Best timing is around 1 year before puberty (boys age 10, girls age 9).

Question 24

How much can growth tonics increase height?

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Combined with lifestyle changes, an average 4–7cm extra growth per year is reported.

Question 25

How long does growth treatment take?

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Typically taken seasonally (spring/autumn) for 2–3 years.

Question 26

Do acupuncture and Chuna also help with growth?

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Yes, they greatly enhance effects when combined with herbal medicine.

Question 27

Are there lifestyle habits that help with growth?

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Yes — sleep before 10 PM, calcium/protein nutrition, and stretching/jumping exercises are key.

Question 28

My child's breasts have started developing earlier than her peers'.

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Confirming with a bone age test comes first. The pace of progression is the core.

Question 29

I hear precocious puberty makes children shorter.

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If progression is fast the growth plates close early and final height can be reduced.

Question 30

Does growth herbal medicine not cause precocious puberty?

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We do not use medicinal herbs that cause precocious puberty. It is the question we are asked most.

Question 31

Is it related to obesity?

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A tendency for puberty to start earlier with higher body fat has been reported.

Question 32

Do we have to avoid endocrine disruptors?

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It is difficult to say definitively. However, reducing them is the better course.

Question 33

How should I explain it to my child?

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We recommend explaining it at a level suited to their age rather than hiding it.

Question 34

How long do we need to watch it?

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We view bone age re-assessment at six-month intervals.

Question 35

My child falls ill often — does a tonic help?

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We approach it as regulating the whole-body condition. However, we do not tell you we will stop them catching illness.

Question 36

My child will not eat.

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We look at the eating environment too. We do not look at medicine alone.

Question 37

From what age can a child take herbal medicine?

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We do not cut it off by age. We prepare it according to body weight and condition.

Question 38

My child does not want to take the herbal medicine.

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We adjust the formulation and the amount. Rather than forcing it, we change the method.

Question 39

People say deer antler makes children less clever.

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That claim has no basis. However, we do not use it for every child either.

Question 40

Is there any point in giving it before the change of season?

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Coming before that period is easier. However, it does not guarantee prevention.

Question 41

What about the cost?

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It varies with body weight and dose. Co-payment for insured procedures has age-based criteria.

Question 42

My child is seven and still wets the bed at night.

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It is not the child's fault. Please do not scold them.

Question 43

My child wakes crying in the night and cannot be soothed.

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This may be a night terror. Not waking them is the better course.

Question 44

My child snores heavily and sleeps with the mouth open.

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There are things to check regarding apnoea during sleep. It affects both bed-wetting and obesity.

Question 45

My child's weight has increased a lot.

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Rather than reducing the weight, we approach it as balancing out as the child grows taller.

Question 46

Do you put needles in children?

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We use paediatric needling, briefly. If the child is afraid we do not force it.

Question 47

How long can we just wait and see?

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Bed-wetting after the age of five we regard as treatable. There are also cases that improve by themselves.

Question 48

How long does treatment take?

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For bed-wetting we evaluate in two- to three-month units.

Question 49

My child strongly refuses to be separated from me.

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We determine whether it is an age-appropriate response. It often presents as physical symptoms.

Question 50

Is Korean medicine effective for pediatric rhinitis?

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Yes, especially for chronic and allergic rhinitis with high recurrence reduction.

Question 51

How long does pediatric rhinitis treatment usually take?

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Mild cases 1–2 months, chronic cases 3–6 months on average.

Question 52

My child snores loudly and breathes through the mouth — is this rhinitis?

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Yes, it is highly likely to be chronic rhinitis or enlarged adenoids requiring treatment.

Question 53

We've been using nasal spray for a long time — can we switch to Korean medicine?

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Yes, gradually wean off spray during herbal therapy to reduce dependence.

Question 54

Can rhinitis and sinusitis be treated together?

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Yes, simultaneous treatment is more effective.

Question 55

Can my child's rhinitis develop into asthma?

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Yes, untreated allergic rhinitis can progress to asthma in 30–40% of cases.

Question 56

Are there lifestyle habits that help with rhinitis?

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Yes — humidity management, avoiding allergens, and saline rinse are key.

Question 57

Can pediatric atopy be treated with Korean medicine?

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Yes, constitutional improvement reduces recurrence to about 50–60%.

Question 58

Can I stop using steroids if I take atopy herbs?

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Yes, gradually taper steroids while taking herbs to safely wean off.

Question 59

How long does atopy treatment take?

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Mild cases 3–6 months, severe cases 6–12 months on average.

Question 60

Are there foods that help or hurt atopy?

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Yes — sugar, processed foods, and dairy worsen it; fresh vegetables/fish are beneficial.

Question 61

Can atopy be managed with moisturizer alone?

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Mild cases yes, but moderate to severe atopy requires comprehensive treatment.

Question 62

Will atopy naturally improve as my child grows?

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About 30–40% improve naturally; the rest persist or recur as adults.

Question 63

Is acupuncture also performed for atopy children?

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Yes, it reduces itching and improves immune balance.

Question 64

When should I start tonics for an exam-taking student?

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Best to start 3–6 months before exam season; 1 month minimum.

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