Head Injury After Motorcycle Accident: What to Do Next?
Head injury from a car accident? I'm not sure which specialty to consult. I was hit by a motorcycle and fell to the ground, impacting the right side of my head. I was wearing a helmet and a mask, so I have no external injuries. At the time, I experienced dizziness, pain, and...
Dr. Gao Qingyun reply Family Medicine
Dear Hua Hua, 1. Regarding the various symptoms you are experiencing after your injury (vision changes, headache, chest pain), it is recommended that you return to the surgical outpatient clinic for a comprehensive evaluation. 2. Clinically, patients with rheumatoid arthritis a...[Read More] Head Injury After Motorcycle Accident: What to Do Next?
Why Do I Feel Nauseous After Exercising? Understanding the Causes
Feeling nauseous after exercise? I have a daily exercise routine, and my blood pressure is maintained around 116/75 mmHg, with a heart rate of about 80 beats per minute. In the morning, I primarily engage in brisk walking, completing 4000 meters in about 40 minutes. After finishi...
Dr. Gao Qingyun reply Family Medicine
Dear Peterlo, If you experience any physical discomfort, please measure your blood pressure and pulse to check for any unusual changes. Generally speaking, nausea is a very nonspecific symptom, and identifying the cause requires a thorough medical history and physical examinatio...[Read More] Why Do I Feel Nauseous After Exercising? Understanding the Causes
Am I Poisoned? Concerns About Breaking a Fluorescent Light Bulb
Will there be poisoning? Hello, Doctor: I’m not sure which specialty to ask, so I’m reaching out to you. Yesterday, I accidentally broke a long fluorescent light tube in my room, and there was a lot of white powder inside. I researched online and found that the tube contains merc...
Dr. Gao Qingyun reply Family Medicine
Dear A-Fei, Hello, please do not panic. As you mentioned in your question, for individuals with normal liver and kidney function, reaching mercury poisoning requires long-term chronic accumulation. Therefore, short-term exposure to low levels will not result in poisoning unless ...[Read More] Am I Poisoned? Concerns About Breaking a Fluorescent Light Bulb
Understanding Autoimmune Diseases: The Role of Inflammation Explained
Autoimmune diseases Are all diseases classified as autoimmune associated with an inflammatory process? However, inflammation is not necessarily indicative of an autoimmune disease? Thank you!
Dr. Gao Qingyun reply Family Medicine
Dear WNAG: 1. The intent of this question is not very clear, and my response may differ from your original intention. If you have further questions, I recommend discussing them directly with your physician. 2. When answering medical-related questions, please provide your gend...[Read More] Understanding Autoimmune Diseases: The Role of Inflammation Explained
Itchy Belly Button with Discharge: When to Seek Medical Attention?
The belly button is very itchy and has a discharge? A couple of days ago, I cleaned my belly button, and now it feels strange. First, it was very itchy, and today it started to ooze a clear fluid that has a somewhat foul smell. I'm not sure if I need to seek medical attentio...
Dr. Gao Qingyun reply Family Medicine
Dear Xiao Lin, 1. When discussing a medical condition, it is best to provide age and gender for reference. 2. Since I have not seen the lesion in person, please prioritize the opinions of any other physicians who have conducted a physical examination. 3. Based on your descriptio...[Read More] Itchy Belly Button with Discharge: When to Seek Medical Attention?