Diarrhea Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul — VEI Clinic Apgujeong
Quick intro
VEI Clinic Apgujeong provides English-friendly evaluation and treatment for acute and chronic diarrhea—including traveler’s diarrhea, food poisoning, IBS flares, and antibiotic-related diarrhea. We’re on the 3rd floor of Beneheim City (162 Apgujeong-ro), a short walk from Apgujeong Station (Line 3) Exit 5.
When to visit us (common scenarios)
- Sudden watery stools, cramping, nausea after a meal or travel
- Loose stools >3/day with urgency, mild fever, or dehydration risk
- Traveler’s diarrhea after recent trips (Southeast Asia, etc.)
- Recurrent diarrhea with bloating/IBS history
- Antibiotic-associated diarrhea or concern for C. difficile
- Diarrhea with mild urinary or reflux symptoms where internal medicine is appropriate
Red flags — go to an ER or call 119
- Severe dehydration (very little urine, dizziness/fainting)
- Blood in stool, black/tarry stools, or vomiting blood
- High fever (≥39°C), persistent vomiting, or severe abdominal pain
- Diarrhea lasting >7 days with weight loss or confusion
- Frail adults, pregnancy, or serious chronic illness with rapid decline
What we do during your visit
- Focused history & exam: onset, foods, travel, antibiotics, sick contacts
- Point-of-care tests: vitals, urinalysis, pregnancy test when relevant
- Labs (as indicated): CBC, electrolytes, kidney function, CRP
- Stool testing (case-by-case):
- Multiplex PCR/culture for bacterial/viral causes
- C. difficile assay if recent antibiotics or healthcare exposure
- Ova & parasites for prolonged symptoms or exposure risk
- Occult blood when appropriate
- Treatment plan: oral rehydration, anti-nausea/antispasmodics, loperamide (selected cases), antibiotics only when indicated, and IV hydration for moderate dehydration
- Referrals: abdominal ultrasound, GI consult, or colonoscopy if red flags or chronic disease suspected
Traveler’s diarrhea (quick guide)
- Most cases improve in 24–72 hours with oral rehydration and rest.
- We may offer a short antibiotic course for moderate–severe cases (fever, blood, incapacitating urgency), tailored to travel history and risks.
- Loperamide can reduce urgency in non-bloody, non-febrile cases; avoid if you have fever or blood in stool unless instructed by a doctor.
Hydration & diet advice
- Use ORS (oral rehydration solution) or sports drink diluted with water; small, frequent sips.
- Start with gentle foods (rice, bananas, toast, soup, plain yogurt) and advance as tolerated.
- Avoid alcohol, caffeine, very fatty/spicy foods until fully recovered.
How to prepare (if you can)
- Bring a medication/supplement list and note any recent antibiotics
- Recall food/travel exposures and any sick contacts
- If stool testing is likely, we’ll provide a clean container and instructions
- Arrive hydrated; we’ll advise if labs/imaging are needed
Visit flow (what to expect)
- Check-in & history → symptom timeline, exposures, meds
- Exam & targeted tests → labs ± stool tests
- Plan → rehydration, meds, diet handout, work/travel letter if needed
- Follow-up → English results summary, escalation plan if not improving
Pricing & insurance notes
- Fees vary by consult length, tests, and IV type.
- Most visitors pay upfront and use itemized English receipts for insurance claims.
- Ask for a written quote before stool testing or imaging.
Hours & location
- Mon/Thu/Fri: 10:00–19:00
- Tue: 10:00–20:00
- Sat: 10:00–16:00
- Lunch: 13:00–14:00 (except Sat)
- Closed: Wed & Sun
Address: 3F, VEI Clinic, 162 Apgujeong-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul (Beneheim City, near Apgujeong Station Exit 5)
Phone:
02-542-8275 /
010-5700-7597
What to bring
- Passport/ID and Korean phone number (if any)
- Medication & allergy list, prior test results if available
- Payment method (card/cash); insurer details if you’ll claim
Why choose VEI Clinic Apgujeong
- English-friendly internal-medicine team with same-day care
- Clear, stepwise plan with oral/IV rehydration options
- Fast stool testing when appropriate and insurance-ready English receipts
