Q I self-diagnosed online and came in. How can I actually tell if I have leaky gut?
A If abdominal bloating, chronic fatigue, food sensitivity, skin troubles, and reduced immunity are all present together, decreased intestinal mucosal function can be suspected. Accurate judgment is confirmed through examination and testing if needed.
Detailed Answer
Leaky gut syndrome is difficult to definitively diagnose with a single biomarker and its symptoms overlap with many diseases. It is important to first rule out other causes such as inflammatory bowel disease, irritable bowel syndrome, and thyroid abnormalities. Korean medicine clinics evaluate intestinal function status by comprehensively considering symptoms, constitution, and lifestyle patterns.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
Professional pattern differentiation is more important than self-diagnosis. Even with the same symptoms, Korean medicine causes such as spleen-stomach deficiency, liver qi stagnation, or damp-heat differ, so the prescription differs as well. A direct examination is recommended.
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