Orthopedics

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• Which department should I see for heel pain?
  Orthopedics(정형외과) is generally the first department to see for heel pain, as it covers bone, joint, tendon, and ligament issues that commonly cause this symptom. If the pain is linked to nerve-related conditions or metabolic diseases such as gout or diabetes, you may be referred to Neurology(신경과) or Internal Medicine(내과) for further evaluation.
• Which department should I see for knee pain?
  Orthopedics(정형외과) is generally the first department to see for knee pain, as it specializes in bones, joints, muscles, and ligaments. If the pain appears related to inflammation or an autoimmune condition such as rheumatoid arthritis, a referral to Rheumatology(류마티올로지/내과 류마티스) may follow after initial evaluation.
• Which department should I see for lower back pain?
  Orthopedics(정형외과) is generally the first department to visit for lower back pain, as it covers the musculoskeletal causes that account for most cases. If neurological symptoms such as leg numbness or weakness are prominent, you may be referred to or start at Neurosurgery(신경외과); if an internal organ cause is suspected, a referral to an appropriate internal medicine specialty may follow.

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