Psychiatry

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• Which department should I see for anxiety with heart palpitations?
  Psychiatry(정신건강의학과) is generally the first department to consider when anxiety is the primary concern alongside heart palpitations, as it specializes in evaluating and managing anxiety-related conditions. However, if it is unclear whether the palpitations stem from a heart or thyroid issue, Internal Medicine(내과) or Cardiology(순환기내과) may be visited first to rule out physical causes. In many cases, both angles are explored, and doctors may coordinate between departments.
• Which department should I see for feeling depressed and lethargic?
  Psychiatry(정신건강의학과) is generally the first department that handles persistent low mood and lethargy. If a physical cause such as thyroid dysfunction or anemia is suspected, Internal Medicine(내과) may also be involved. A doctor will determine whether the symptoms stem from a mental health condition, a physical condition, or a combination of both.
• Which department should I see for sudden breathlessness and panic?
  Psychiatry(정신건강의학과) is generally the first department to consider when breathlessness and panic attacks occur together without a clear physical trigger. However, because sudden breathlessness can also originate from the heart or lungs, Internal Medicine(내과) — particularly cardiology or pulmonology — may be consulted first or in parallel to rule out physical causes. A doctor will typically determine the appropriate referral path after an initial evaluation.

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