Pain Medicine

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• Which department should I see for long-lasting back pain?
  Orthopedics(정형외과) is generally the first department to visit for persistent back pain, as it covers most musculoskeletal causes. If the pain involves nerve-related symptoms such as leg tingling or weakness, Neurosurgery(신경외과) may also be considered, and Pain Medicine(마취통증의학과) is often involved when pain management is the primary concern.
• Which department should I see for knee pain with a cold sensation?
  Orthopedics(정형외과) is generally the first department to see for knee pain combined with a cold sensation, as it covers joint, bone, and surrounding tissue issues. If the cold sensation suggests a circulatory or nerve-related cause, you may be referred to Vascular Surgery(혈관외과) or Neurology(신경과). In some cases, Pain Medicine(마취통증의학과) is involved when the discomfort is chronic or complex in nature.
• Which department should I see for shoulder pain and stiffness?
  Orthopedics(정형외과) is generally the first department to consider for shoulder pain and stiffness, as it specializes in musculoskeletal conditions affecting joints, muscles, and tendons. If the pain may be related to nerve compression in the neck or spine, Neurosurgery(신경외과) or Neurology(신경과) may also be involved. In cases where pain management is the primary concern without a clear structural cause, Pain Medicine(마취통증의학과) can play a supporting role.

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