Neurology Q&A - Page 49

Numbness in the fingers? Today, after taking a shower, I noticed that all the fingers on my right hand are numb, while only my left thumb is not numb and there are no other symptoms. I can make a fist normally and there is no pain in other areas. Should I seek further evaluation?

Chronic migraines and eyelid twitching issues? Hello, Doctor! I was previously diagnosed with aura migraines at a small clinic, and it has been nine years since my first episode, occurring approximately every four months. Before an attack, I experience photophobia, blurred vision...

Muscle twitching Hello Doctor, 1. My muscles used to twitch occasionally, and I didn't think much of it at the time, but recently I've been experiencing frequent twitching in my legs. I can feel it while lying in bed or sitting, about every few seconds, and it seems t...

Severe abdominal pain leading to fainting? Hello Doctor, I experienced my first episode of severe abdominal pain leading to fainting when I was 21 years old. Now at 23, this has happened five times, approximately every 8-9 months. Before fainting, I only feel intense abdominal pa...

The difference between a brain MRI and a head MRI lies primarily in the focus of the imaging. A brain MRI specifically targets the brain tissue, providing detailed images of the brain's structure, including the cerebral cortex, cerebellum, and The first time I sought medical...

Numbness in the abdominal area? Hello, doctor. This has never happened before, but recently it has occurred twice. In the left side of my abdomen, a relatively small area suddenly feels very numb, almost like there is a thick layer of skin over it. There is no pain or tingling se...

Feeling like someone is moving you while you are sleeping? Hello Doctor: My mother sometimes feels like someone is hitting her or pulling her blanket while she is sleeping, but she says she doesn't wake up to see it, only feels it. However, my father, who sleeps next to her,...

Sometimes when sitting, I feel unsteady, and occasionally when lying down, I experience dizziness? Hello doctor, I have poor posture and often find myself looking down. One day, while lying on a chair, I started to feel unsteady, as if my body was leaning forward. Then, another d...

When my mother’s arm hangs down, she experiences pain in her upper arm? Hello, Dr. Tsai! My mother previously experienced neck and shoulder pain, which was suspected to be due to a stiff neck. After receiving treatment from a massage therapist, she developed pain in her right upp...

Numbness in the limbs extending to the face? Hello, doctor. Yesterday, while using my computer, I suddenly experienced numbness in my limbs. I had a similar episode in March and consulted a rehabilitation physician. Due to insurance coverage limitations, they only performed an X-...

When sitting or walking, it feels like there is an up-and-down motion, similar to being on a boat? Hello doctor, I have high blood pressure, and I experience tingling in my scalp while masturbating. I often look down while using electronic devices, which has led to a condition kn...

The tip of the finger was punctured by scissors and has become numb after healing? At the end of January this year, I accidentally punctured the tip joint of my middle finger with scissors, resulting in a deep wound (leaving a one-centimeter scar on the surface). Initially, I onl...

Neck pain Hello, I am a dialysis patient. Recently, I have been experiencing stiffness in the front left side of my neck. After consulting with a cardiologist, they indicated that it is likely not heart-related. However, I am concerned it might be due to carotid artery stenosis, ...

Numbness in the left palm, with no sensation when touched? I often wake up around 2:30 to 3:30 AM, and I have experienced numbness in my left hand 3 to 4 times. Today, I noticed that my left palm has no sensation, and even when I press my fingers hard, there is no feeling. Before...

Twitching of the left corner of the mouth? Hello, doctor. For the past few days, I've been experiencing involuntary twitching at the corner of my left mouth. How long should I wait before seeing a doctor? (It has been about 2 to 3 days already.) Is there any way to improve t...

Is it a stroke? In recent months, I have experienced occasional unsteadiness while walking, sudden drooling from the right corner of my mouth while doing tasks, slight tremors in my hands when holding objects, and an increased sense of fatigue. My daily routine is chaotic, often ...

The issue of hand tremors? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about my condition. Since high school, I have often experienced tremors in my right hand. When I eat and try to pick up food, my hand shakes; sometimes it also shakes when I write. If I am nervous while carrying dishes,...

Experiencing numbness in the limbs during sleep, with persistent soreness upon waking that does not alleviate? Hello Doctor, recently I have been experiencing discomfort when waking up due to numbness in my limbs, whether I am sleeping at night or taking a nap at my desk. The are...

Numbness in the right chest and a feeling of tightness in the chest? Last month, I experienced insomnia and poor sleep quality, along with noticeable anxiety and palpitations (I have mitral valve prolapse, which usually causes mild palpitations). About two weeks ago, I also start...

Regarding suspected mini-strokes? Hello, doctor. The day before yesterday afternoon, while I was using my phone, I suddenly felt dizzy (a light-headed sensation) and nauseous. I also felt unsteady while walking, leaning towards the left side. Other than that, I had no other sympt...