A Case of Korean Medicine for Alcoholic Liver Disease Patients with Fatigue and Dizziness

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to report the clinical effectiveness of Korean medicine, especially Palmijihwang-hwan and Oryung-san, on an alcoholic liver disease patient with fatigue and dizziness.Methods: A patient was treated with Korean medicine, including herbal decoction, acupuncture, moxibustion, and cupping.Then, the patient was asked about his condition every day and underwent liver function tests three times.Results: After 13 days of treatment, fatigue decreased by 80%, and dizziness disappeared on the second day of hospitalization.It also recovered from indigestion and abdominal distension.Conclusions: According to this study, Korean medicine, including Palmijihwang-hwan and Oryung-san, is an effective treatment for symptoms associated with alcoholic liver disease.