Q When I'm stressed or tense, my face flushes more and my chest feels tighter. Is stress related to the sensation of heat?
A Stress and tension are leading triggers that pull heat upward, worsening the sensation of heat and chest tightness. Managing stress along with cutting back on stimulating food and overwork helps calm the heat that surges upward.
Detailed Answer
Stress and tension stimulate the sympathetic nervous system, pulling heat and blood flow toward the upper body, worsening facial flushing and chest tightness. When lack of sleep, overwork, and stimulating food add to this, the sensation of heat surfaces more often. That's why regular rest, relaxation, and reducing triggers are an important part of managing heat-cold imbalance.
Our Korean Medicine Clinic's Perspective
Korean medicine views stress-induced stagnation of energy as generating heat at the point of stagnation, which then rises. At Dongjedang, we release the stagnated energy and bring down the heat that has surged upward, helping heat concentrate less even when stress occurs. Adding relaxation and lifestyle management on top of this reduces both the frequency and intensity of the heat sensation.
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