Understanding Weakness and Numbness in the Left Leg and Foot
Weakness from the left calf to the dorsum of the foot? Hello doctor, this morning when I got up, I sometimes felt a strange sensation in my foot as if I were about to trip. When walking, it also feels like my left foot is making a heavy impact with the ground. At first, I didn&#x...
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Hello Mr. Ahong, You mentioned that "my left ankle cannot be lifted as easily as usual (I can do it with my hands), it feels a bit strenuous. When I lift my left ankle or the top of my left foot, I feel a tingling sensation in the dorsum of my foot, but not in my calf. Sinc...[Read More] Understanding Weakness and Numbness in the Left Leg and Foot
Understanding Dizziness and Numbness: Neurological Concerns Explained
Dizziness and numbness in the face and hands? Hello Doctor, on Thursday night, I started feeling a warm sensation in the back of my head. On Friday, my temperature ranged from 37 to 37.5 degrees Celsius (the weather has been getting warmer), and my head still felt warm. I had lit...
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Hello, sir: You mentioned that "neck tightness and tilting back or forward can cause dizziness, and sometimes I experience headaches... my left hand is numb, and I feel numbness in my left teeth and left side of my face, with occasional headaches (the pain radiates outward)....[Read More] Understanding Dizziness and Numbness: Neurological Concerns Explained
Understanding Dizziness: Causes and Concerns After Neck Injury
Dizziness issues Bending down to wash my hair at a very low angle (almost similar to the yoga cat pose), I suddenly lost my sense of balance and felt dizzy, causing me to fall to the right side. However, I was still able to move my hands and feet freely, and I ended up in a posit...
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Hello, Sir: You mentioned that "the bending is very low (approximately similar to the angle of the yoga cat pose) and suddenly losing balance along with feelings of dizziness." This may indicate that we should first consider excessive traction on the cervical vertebrae&...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness: Causes and Concerns After Neck Injury
Understanding Sudden Muscle Twitches: Causes and Concerns
Sudden twitching? Hello Doctor: In recent years, I have noticed that maintaining a certain posture for an extended period causes my hands or legs to feel numb. When I prepare to change positions, that area suddenly twitches noticeably, for example, when my legs are crossed and my...
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Hello, Ms. Ang. You mentioned that "holding a certain posture causes numbness in the hands or legs, and when preparing to change positions, that area suddenly twitches noticeably." The numbness is likely due to prolonged positioning, leading to peripheral nerve compress...[Read More] Understanding Sudden Muscle Twitches: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Dizziness: Causes and When to Seek Medical Help
Possible Causes of Dizziness Hello, Doctor. I've been feeling unwell recently and would appreciate any advice you could offer. Symptoms: For the past 20 days, I have frequently experienced dizziness, numbness in my hands, and a feeling of pressure in the back of my head. It ...
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Hello Ms. Chen, You mentioned experiencing symptoms such as dizziness, numbness in your hands, and a feeling of pressure at the back of your head. After experiencing more severe dizziness, you tend to lie down, which provides some relief. You are still able to read, do homework,...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness: Causes and When to Seek Medical Help
Understanding Sudden Electric Sensations in the Body: Causes and Insights
The body experiences intermittent sensations of electric shock? Hello, doctor. In the past few weeks, I have been experiencing intermittent sensations of electric shocks throughout my body, as if I am being shocked internally. The intensity of these sensations varies, and they ca...
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Dear Mr. He, You mentioned that "in recent weeks, I have been experiencing intermittent electric shock sensations throughout my body, feeling as if my entire internal system is suddenly electrified." I recommend first ruling out issues related to cervical spine compres...[Read More] Understanding Sudden Electric Sensations in the Body: Causes and Insights
Understanding Muscle Twitches: Insights from Neurology and Patient Experiences
Muscle twitching Hello, doctor. I am the person who consulted you yesterday. Today, I went to see a different, older physician. I explained to him that I have been experiencing persistent muscle twitching for the past three years. He told me that it is unlikely to be serious and ...
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Hello, sir: I’m not sure which hospital you are looking for? Is it in the south or the north? Older physicians may not necessarily be experts in this area... In Taoyuan, there are younger physicians who are specialists in diagnosis... but they have more diagnostic experience than...[Read More] Understanding Muscle Twitches: Insights from Neurology and Patient Experiences
Understanding Muscle Twitches: Insights from Neurology and Patient Concerns
Muscle twitching Hello, doctor. I am the person who previously consulted you about muscle twitching during my university years (about three years ago). Recently, I couldn't bear the fear and went to see a neurologist again, discussing the twitching in my left thenar eminence...
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Hello, sir: You mentioned, "This time I didn't have an electromyogram, and I can only listen to different doctors' opinions at various neurology clinics, but the body's twitching still cannot be eliminated. Besides seeing a doctor, what should I do?" The ...[Read More] Understanding Muscle Twitches: Insights from Neurology and Patient Concerns
Loss of Sensation in Fingers: Causes and Solutions for Nerve Issues
There is no sensation in the area of the back of the hand from the index finger to the middle finger? Hello Doctor, due to poor sleeping posture and a habit of sleeping on my stomach, I often experience numbness in my hands. On the morning of April 8th, I noticed that the area on...
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Dear Ms. Chen, You mentioned that there is a lack of sensation in the area from the index finger to the middle finger on the back of your right hand, which may be due to compression of the radial nerve while sleeping on your stomach. The diagnostic tool for radial nerve injury i...[Read More] Loss of Sensation in Fingers: Causes and Solutions for Nerve Issues
Understanding Brain Fog: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
I have been feeling dizzy and forgetful for the past one to two months? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing symptoms similar to brain fog for the past month or two, but I have not been diagnosed with COVID-19. My symptoms include dizziness, lack of energy, forgetfulness affect...
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Dear Mr. Ding, You mentioned that you have been experiencing symptoms similar to brain fog for the past month or two, along with difficulty sleeping and autonomic nervous system dysregulation (with a significant shift from the parasympathetic to the sympathetic nervous system). ...[Read More] Understanding Brain Fog: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Unexplained Body Pain and Muscle Twitching: Seeking Neurological Insights
Widespread pain that is not fixed in time, muscle twitching for one month, and numbness in the hands? Hello Doctor, I started experiencing headaches around January 2024, and after visiting the hospital, the doctor conducted a preliminary assessment and diagnosed me with tension-t...
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Hello Ms. Hone, You mentioned that you were "initially diagnosed with tension-type headache... and prescribed antiarrhythmic medication (without relevant examinations), but you feel that the pain and muscle twitching have not improved with the medication." Typically, n...[Read More] Unexplained Body Pain and Muscle Twitching: Seeking Neurological Insights
Understanding Numbness in the Outer Side of the Right Big Toe
Numbness on the outer side of the right big toe? Hello, Dr. Jiang! About 15 years ago, while playing softball, I wore a pair of narrow cleats and experienced intense running, which caused numbness on the outer side of my right big toe. Although I don't feel numbness on a dai...
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Hello Mr. Ryan, You mentioned, "For example, after bending my toes for a few minutes, I experience a tingling sensation similar to what I felt years ago. Does this indicate nerve damage in that area?" The symptoms you described may be due to compression of the medial p...[Read More] Understanding Numbness in the Outer Side of the Right Big Toe
Understanding Left-Sided Headaches and Pulsatile Tinnitus: Causes and Concerns
Left-sided headache, numbness, and pulsatile tinnitus in the left ear? Hello, doctor. I previously asked this question, and it seems to have worsened. Could it be related to psychological factors? I have seen an ENT specialist, and there were no issues. I have had depression for ...
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Hello Mr. Hong: You mentioned experiencing a sensation of hearing blood flow or heartbeat, which feels pulsating. It seems to be pulsatile tinnitus, which can also be associated with vascular issues. Your symptoms: one of the most common causes of pulsatile tinnitus is dysfunctio...[Read More] Understanding Left-Sided Headaches and Pulsatile Tinnitus: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Prolonged Dizziness: Causes and Concerns in Neurology
I have been experiencing dizziness for over two weeks, and I have had similar episodes in the past? Hello Doctor: I have been suffering from severe anxiety disorder for nearly four months. I have consulted with a psychiatrist and am taking medications including - Sertraline / Esc...
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Hello Mr. Zhang, You mentioned wanting to confirm whether your symptoms could clinically indicate lung cancer metastasizing to the brain. Lung cancer with brain metastasis can present with different clinical manifestations depending on the location of the metastasis, and dizzine...[Read More] Understanding Prolonged Dizziness: Causes and Concerns in Neurology
Understanding Numbness in Toes: Causes and When to Seek Help
Numbness in the toes? Hello, Doctor. Recently, I have noticed numbness in the last three toes of my right foot and on the dorsum of my foot, which feels like there is a layer of skin covering it. The toes, in particular, are quite severe. Sometimes it feels like ants are crawling...
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Hello Ms. Jhi: You mentioned that "the last three toes of my right foot and the dorsum of my foot feel numb, and it feels like there is a layer of skin covering them, especially the toes. Sometimes it suddenly feels like ants are crawling." Your symptoms are indicative ...[Read More] Understanding Numbness in Toes: Causes and When to Seek Help
Persistent Dizziness and Headaches One Month After Head Injury
Persistent dizziness and headaches one month after a head injury to the occipital region? At the end of February, I slipped in the bathroom and hit the back of my head against the faucet. There were no external injuries, and I remained conscious without vomiting. After applying i...
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Hello Ms. C: You mentioned that "while receiving back massage, one side of my nose suddenly started bleeding significantly, and I have been experiencing persistent dizziness and headaches (a feeling of tightness on both sides, not pain from an injury). I wonder if this is a ...[Read More] Persistent Dizziness and Headaches One Month After Head Injury
Understanding Heat Sensation in the Outer Side of the Right Pinky Finger
Heat sensation on the outer side of the right palm (near the upper side of the little finger)? Hello Dr. Jiang, During the Qingming holiday, I suddenly noticed that the outer side of my right little finger near the top felt warm while I was cooking. It only lasted for a short ti...
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Dear Ms. Lee, You mentioned that "the outer side of your right little finger is feeling warm near the top..." This is a symptom of peripheral nerve compression. 1. The nature of the pain is characterized by burning and tingling sensations. 2. The symptoms have a specif...[Read More] Understanding Heat Sensation in the Outer Side of the Right Pinky Finger
Understanding Cervical Spine Disorders: Neck Pain and Swallowing Difficulties
Cervical spine dysfunction I have been experiencing shoulder and neck pain for a long time. Since the end of September last year, I started having some difficulty swallowing. I went to an otolaryngologist who confirmed that there were no growths in my throat. I was then referred ...
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Dear Mr. Tso, You mentioned that "swallowing is still difficult, and I have recently noticed that the pain in my shoulders, neck, and back has become more severe... Could this be related to my cervical spine?" I suggest considering the symptoms related to the cervical ...[Read More] Understanding Cervical Spine Disorders: Neck Pain and Swallowing Difficulties
Managing Urinary Tract Infections While on Anticoagulants: A Guide
How to supplement with cranberry and related nutrients while taking Lisinopril? Hello, doctor. My family member had a stroke three years ago and is currently taking anticoagulant medication, Rivaroxaban. However, they have been experiencing recurrent urinary tract infections over...
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Hello: You mentioned "Rivaroxaban anticoagulant medication, but there have been recurrent urinary tract infections over the past few years..." Anticoagulants can interact with cranberry: newer generation anticoagulants, such as Rivaroxaban, typically do not have signifi...[Read More] Managing Urinary Tract Infections While on Anticoagulants: A Guide
Assessing Stroke Risk: Are Neurological Tests Accurate?
Is the stroke test accurate? Hello, Doctor. I have a few questions to ask you. 1. Recently, when I am working or talking to others, I sometimes suddenly speak with a regional accent or experience a slip of the tongue, similar to a verbal error. Could this be due to speaking too...
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Hello Ms. Lin, You mentioned, "Is slurred speech a sign of a stroke?" Acute stroke refers to a sudden neurological deficit caused by abnormalities in the brain's blood vessels. The symptoms resulting from a stroke are related to the area of the brain that is affec...[Read More] Assessing Stroke Risk: Are Neurological Tests Accurate?