Influenza Q&A - Page 3

Can a person with a history of low platelet count receive the AZ vaccine? Hello Doctor: Two years ago, I had slightly low platelet levels (not to the extent of being classified as low) and have a history of chronic hypotension. After researching, I found that thrombocytopenia com...

Feeling a sense of heaviness or discomfort in the body? Hello doctor, I am a high school student. Recently, I've been feeling a bit hot and stuffy. At first, my temperature was 37 degrees Celsius, and later it peaked at 37.6 degrees. Although my temperature hasn't been ...

Shortness of breath during exercise? Hello Doctor, I have recently noticed that when I take the stairs or walk quickly due to being in a hurry, my heart rate increases and I become more short of breath. However, since I do not have a regular exercise routine and I always wear a m...

Is it safe to get vaccinated if I am allergic to NSAIDs? Is it safe to receive the COVID-19 vaccine if I am allergic to NSAIDs?

Some concerns and symptoms that have arisen since returning from Taipei last week? Hello Doctor: Last Friday, my school announced a concern about an outbreak, so I chose to return home. However, after getting home, I started to feel a bit strange in my body, an indescribable disc...

Persistent low-grade fever and swollen throat? Hello, I would like to inquire about my symptoms. I have been experiencing a low-grade fever for two months, with my body temperature fluctuating between 36.8°C and 37.3°C. In the morning, my temperature is around 36.5°C, and by arou...

Is there a hospital in Taiwan that uses needle-free injectors for vaccinations for those who have a severe fear of needles? Due to work requirements, I need to get vaccinated for yellow fever. As far as I know, insulin needle-free injectors are widely used, and theoretically, yel...

Seafood sting? Two weeks ago, I was pricked by a frozen shrimp while cooking, resulting in a small wound on my hand. During the healing process, there was no noticeable redness or swelling, but after the wound healed, I noticed a small hard lump underneath the area where I was pr...

Sore throat accompanied by muscle pain and numbness in the hands? Hello Doctor, I started experiencing mild nasal discharge and a sore throat on Monday, without fever or cough. I also had muscle aches and occasional numbness in my hands and feet, along with swollen lymph nodes in...

Sore throat accompanied by muscle pain and hand numbness? Hello Doctor, I experienced mild nasal discharge and a sore throat on Monday. There was no fever or cough. I also had muscle aches, occasional numbness in my hands and feet, and swollen lymph nodes in my neck. By Wednesday...

Can I breastfeed after taking Yikexin? Two days ago, I was diagnosed with influenza A, and the doctor prescribed medication that is not safe for breastfeeding. However, my child has been exclusively breastfed since birth and now refuses to take a bottle, showing strong aversion t...

Please advise on what to do during the incubation period of avian influenza? Dear Dr. Liao, I accidentally consumed three pieces of undercooked chicken with blood on December 31, 2018. I am now very concerned about the possibility of contracting avian influenza. I researched onl...

Is it a low-grade fever? Recently, the weather has turned cooler, and I often feel my forehead or abdomen is a bit warm, but my temperature readings show no fever. My axillary temperature ranges from 35.6 to 36.4 degrees Celsius, and it tends to be higher in the evening, around 3...

The issue of avian influenza? Hello, Doctor: Due to my personal religious beliefs, I placed a Buddha statue on the balcony to expose it to sunlight this afternoon. Although I noticed a lump of pigeon droppings about 15 centimeters in front of the placement area (which seemed to h...

A bite from a feral cat without rinsing the wound? Hello doctor, today I was bitten by a stray cat (it bled) and I have one larger wound on my left hand along with several smaller spots. I only rinsed the larger wound briefly with saline (just for a moment) and didn't clean ...

Inquiry about sexually transmitted diseases and flu symptoms? Hello Doctor, I had unprotected oral sex on May 26, and then on May 29, I developed a high fever (39.6 degrees Celsius). After visiting my family doctor, I was told it was likely influenza and not related to a sexually...

Recovering physical strength after surgery? Your mother has recently undergone surgery to remove bone spurs from her spine and has had screws and rods inserted. To help her recover her strength quickly, it is important to focus on a balanced diet that supports healing. Here are s...

Body Temperature of Different Parts of the Human Body There are many types of thermometers available on the market for measuring body temperature, including ear thermometers, forehead thermometers, and axillary thermometers. If we assume that an ear temperature of 37 degrees Cels...

Can a flu vaccine be administered after completing chemotherapy for breast cancer? Can a flu vaccine be administered after completing six cycles of chemotherapy for breast cancer?

Amoeba protozoa I used to catch colds frequently, and due to my work, I live in a colder area in the northern part of Taiwan, where I work in crowded places and cannot wear a mask all the time, making it hard to avoid infections. Each time I caught a cold, it was quite severe, wi...