Dr. Hou Angting reply Family Medicine Question - Page 6

Blood infection Hello, doctor. While I was giving injections and drawing blood from a stray dog, I accidentally pricked my own finger and it bled. I have previously received a tetanus shot and completed the rabies vaccination series. What else should I be aware of? Is there a ris...

Definition of Stage 2 Chronic Kidney Disease Hello Doctor, I saw the item "Stage 2 Chronic Kidney Disease" in my family member's medical record. After searching online, I would like to ask if a doctor must include Stage 2 Chronic Kidney Disease in the medical recor...

High cholesterol? Hello, I would like to ask about my health situation. Two years ago, during my first health check, I found out that my total cholesterol was 350 mg/dL, low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol was 241 mg/dL, and high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol was 60...

Abnormal lymphocytes and neutrophils, along with lymphadenopathy? Hello Doctor, I visited the obstetrics and gynecology department in mid-November due to adenomyosis and endometriosis. The gynecologist ordered blood tests to assess whether I had anemia and if I was suitable for t...

Fertility in Women with Type 1 Diabetes Hello, doctor. Recently, my girlfriend (who has type 1 diabetes, diagnosed at 18 years old and currently 27) and I have started considering marriage and entering the next stage of our lives. I would like to ask the doctor: 1. Is the probabi...

Left lower abdominal pain? Hello, Doctor: About two months ago, I started experiencing intermittent dull pain in my left lower abdomen at night, which later became a constant pain. I also felt soreness in my left back. I have consulted several specialists: 1. Family Medicine - Th...

Diabetes issues Doctor, my blood sugar level is currently 117 (my father has diabetes). The doctor said that I don't need medication for control yet, but there are many things I shouldn't eat too much of. I would like to ask, if I consume more sugary foods on a given da...

Numbness in the hands and feet? Hello, Doctor. Since mid-January, I have been experiencing discomfort in my ears with a feeling of fullness. I have consulted several otolaryngologists and had my hearing tested at major hospitals, which came back normal. Later, I experienced dizzi...

Fasting blood glucose is elevated, but glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) levels are normal? I have undergone five health check-ups over the past two years, and each time my fasting blood glucose has been around 110 mg/dL. However, my hemoglobin A1c has consistently been around 5.3%. Du...

Decreased physical strength after a car accident? At the end of May, a car accident resulted in six broken ribs, a ruptured spleen, a ruptured small intestine, and a hemothorax. It has been nearly six months since then, and most of the injuries have healed, but I still experience...

Unexplained bruising that is not painful? Hello doctor, I would like to ask about my legs, which suddenly develop bruises without any pain. I haven't bumped into anything, and I only notice the bruises after they appear. They are also difficult to heal and leave marks that r...

I have been feeling a bit dizzy lately? In the past few days, I have experienced mild dizziness, similar to the sensation of being unsteady after spinning in circles. This usually occurs when lying in bed and at the moment of getting up, but I also occasionally feel this way whil...

Left posterior brain or neck? In the morning, I woke up with pain behind my left ear, possibly in the head or neck area, and there is a hard lump. I'm not sure which specialty to consult.

Please advise me on which medical specialty my dad should see? Hello, doctor! My father is 72 years old and does not have a smoking habit. However, he has been experiencing some symptoms over the past few years, and despite seeing doctors, we haven't found any answers, so I&...

The wound came into contact with dog saliva? Hello, doctor. On my way home, I almost got bitten by a dog and came into contact with its teeth and mouth. There was a little saliva, but no obvious wounds. Ten minutes later, I touched the area again, but I have a small wound on my h...

Military conscription physical examination and occupational health examination? Hello Dr. Hou, I would like to inquire whether there is a significant difference between the labor health examination items and the military conscription health examination items. I have just complete...

26-Year-Old Health Checkup As a 26-year-old looking to undergo a health check-up while working in the decoration industry, and considering your lifestyle factors such as not drinking alcohol, not smoking, and not chewing betel nut, but being frequently exposed to secondhand smoke...

Post-treatment for Influenza B Hello doctor, my wife tested positive for influenza B with a rapid test. After taking medication, her fever has subsided, but now she is experiencing throat discomfort and persistent coughing. I would like to ask which specialty we should see after ...

Zika virus Hello Doctor, I have found that there is currently no vaccine available for the Zika virus. I received the yellow fever vaccine two years ago. However, I am currently 8 weeks pregnant and may travel to Brazil around 12 to 15 weeks. I would like to know if you have any ...

Inquiry about unclear specialties? Sometimes I experience dizziness for several consecutive days. The intensity of the dizziness is not severe, but it lasts for a long time (almost all day). If I lie down or if my head is not elevated enough, or if I turn my head too suddenly or ...