Neurosurgery Q&A - Page 23

Neck issues? Hello Doctor: Recently, the X-ray results from my health check-up showed a 2.4 cm lesion in my cervical spine. I have already scheduled an appointment with orthopedics for October, but I am still concerned and would like to ask if a 2.4 cm cervical spine lesion indic...

Epilepsy issues Hello, doctor. Here's the situation: I had an accident in the third grade, which resulted in hemiplegia and I have epilepsy that is being managed with medication. It has been well controlled, but in the past three months, I have experienced around 10 seizures...

Abnormal skin sensation in the muscles below the knee? Hello, recently while doing yoga, I experienced a pulling sensation below my knee, followed by persistent pain for several days. Additionally, I have been feeling abnormal sensations in my muscles and skin; in certain areas, ...

There is a 2 cm Tarlov cyst at the S1-S2 level? Three years ago, I fell and landed on my buttocks, after which I discovered a cyst measuring 2.x cm at the S1-S2 level of my spine. I consulted a doctor who diagnosed it as a Tarlov cyst, and I have been under observation since then...

Does a brain tumor affect "numbness and tingling in the legs" and "low blood pressure"? Hello Dr. Chang, my father is 61 years old. Last July, he began experiencing tingling and numbness in his feet and calves, like being pricked by needles. An MRI determined ...

Throat issues Hello Doctor, I would like to consult you. I have been experiencing a sensation of a foreign body and sharp pain in my throat and pharyngeal wall (the area from the uvula down to the deep throat) for the past three months. Additionally, I have pain on the left side ...

Head trauma Hello Director Zhang: A friend of mine accidentally hit their forehead on the right side with a metal pipe at work, resulting in a laceration that required three stitches. It has been four days since the incident, and although there are no symptoms of vomiting or dizz...

Concerns about nerve injury from injections? Hello, doctor. I underwent a nerve hydrodissection injection in both elbows at a private clinic in early August 2021, using ultrasound guidance. After the needle was inserted, I experienced a more intense stabbing pain in my right hand...

Herniated disc, discomfort is worse when lying down? Hello, doctor. My height and weight are 177 cm and I started rehabilitation at 138 kg, currently around 125.8 kg. I have previously worked in heavy lifting and experienced a pelvic tilt after hitting a pothole while riding a bi...

Vaccination and cervical pain? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if it is appropriate to take muscle relaxants after receiving the AZ vaccine (administered on September 20). A few days ago, I visited a doctor due to neck pain, and the doctor prescribed me Solaxin and Acemet Reta...

Sunken temples, stabbing pain, and visible veins? Hello, doctor. I have a noticeable indentation at the left temple area. When I press on the temple, there is a distinct groove that extends up to my forehead, and I can see a prominent bluish discoloration. When I touch it, there ...

Multiple concussions Hello doctor, I have had four concussions in the past two years (the most recent one was in early August), and I am still experiencing issues with attention, judgment, and memory. I am currently taking Micronutrients. Can you tell me if my risk of developing ...

Postoperative care for herniated disc surgery? I have a problem with disc compression, experiencing lower back pain, tightness in my left leg, and numbness in my left toes. Six months ago, I underwent a lumbar disc decompression surgery (L5-S1) without fixation or implant, just p...

I hit myself hard near the temple? Hello, Doctor. On August 14, I hit my right temple (near the temple) very hard out of anger. At that time, I did not experience vomiting, loss of consciousness, or swelling. I immediately applied ice for three days. I am quite anxious, and this ...

Is the cervical spine displacement severe or is it bone spurs? Hello Doctor, last month I experienced numbness in my neck and went to a large hospital for an examination. The doctor reviewed my X-rays and mentioned that my cervical vertebrae C3/C4 and C4/C5 have some significant ...

Slipped in the bathroom and hit the right side of the head, at the location corresponding to the ear? I slipped while coming down from a half-meter high step because one of my feet was too wet, and I hit the right side of my head. At the time, I was fully conscious and aware that...

Endoscopic Spinal Nerve Resection Surgery I was diagnosed with degenerative arthritis in my spine. The doctor informed me that undergoing this surgery could improve my condition by about 80%. However, since it is an out-of-pocket procedure and quite expensive, I cannot afford the...

Nerve pain in the finger joints? Hello, Doctor. I apologize for interrupting you during your busy schedule. I would like to ask you about an issue I've been experiencing. About three days ago, I noticed a slight pain when I gently clenched my left fist and pressed on the thi...

Lumbar spondylolisthesis Hello, Doctor. I was in a car accident on May 19, and my bones healed by June 30. I started experiencing numbness and pain in my legs from my waist to my thighs, calves, and feet, along with frequent soreness in my lower back. I then visited a neurosurgeo...

The bones of the skull are slightly concave? Hello doctor, over the past few days, I noticed a section of bone near the left ear at the back of my head that feels like it has a slight indentation (about three centimeters long). I would like to know if this is a normal phenomenon....