Abstract
Objectives We conducted this study to report the clinical effects of Sibak-tang (Saiboku-to) in an elderly patient suffering from sputum and dysphagia after conventional treatment for pneumonia. Methods The Sibak-tang was administered to the patient to treat sputum and dysphagia. The results were assessed by measuring the frequency of the sputum and conducting a videofluoroscopic swallowing study. Results After about three weeks of herbal medicine treatments, the patientâs symptoms of respiratory problems improved. The results of the videofluoroscopic swallowing study were also improved. Conclusion Sibak-tang could be an effective treatment for elderly patients suffering from sputum and dysphagia after conventional treatment for pneumonia. Keywords: pneumonia, sputum, dysphagia, Sibak-tang (Saiboku-to), herbal medicine
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