Dr. Ke Zhengchang reply Internal Medicine Question - Page 8

Could you please provide the content you would like me to translate? Yesterday, I passed through an alley where a person was carrying a cylindrical metal object. There was a tube that he directed towards a storm drain on the side of the road, and a large amount of white gas was e...

Heart... Thyroid Experiencing a strong heartbeat that makes it difficult to fall asleep, often feeling sleepy... being able to sleep for several hours a day yet still feeling tired, with the heartbeat sometimes being very noticeable and at times feeling like I can't catch my...

Persistent bad breath that is unbearable..? Hello: I have been experiencing bad breath for a long time (several years). After eating, the taste of food lingers in my mouth for a long time, which makes me feel like I have bad breath. In the past, I rarely drank water, and I'm...

Question Hello, my mother participated in a regular health check organized by the health center in June this year, where abnormal urine protein and a blood glucose level of 122 were found. Over the past year, she has frequently mentioned experiencing numbness in her fingertips an...

Chest pain? I sometimes experience sharp pain in my heart, and when it occurs, I cannot take a deep breath because it is extremely painful. During these episodes, I am afraid to take a deep breath. Additionally, I sometimes feel this sharp pain when I am half-reclining, and any m...

CHF stands for Congest In cases of congestive heart failure (CHF), fluid restriction may be necessary. The general recommendation for fluid intake is typically around 1,500 to 2,000 milliliters (cc) per day, but this can vary based on individual patient needs and the severity of ...

Muscle cramp I have hyperthyroidism and have been on medication for nearly three months. Recently, blood tests showed that my levels have returned to normal. However, I experience muscle cramps in my hands and legs when I perform some stretching exercises. Could this be related t...

Abnormal pulsation in the epigastric region? I noticed abnormal pulsations in my epigastric area upon waking up on June 30th. There were strong pulsations for about 5 seconds followed by lighter pulsations for another 5 seconds. After that, I frequently experienced brief mild pul...

Hello, doctor? Hello Doctor, I was recently stopped by the police while dancing at a club, as they suspected I had taken ecstasy. I was taken in for a urine test, but I haven't used ecstasy in a long time. I regularly take medication for nasal allergies, and I'm conce...

Is a slow heartbeat harmful to the body? A friend (weighing approximately 100 kg and standing at 180 cm) underwent a physical examination, and their heart rate was 58 beats per minute. I would like to ask: (1) Under what circumstances can the heart rate slow down? (2) How can it ...

Left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH) Hello Doctor, I am 24 years old and have been experiencing some heart issues. I have visited several hospitals for examinations, and some doctors have mentioned left ventricular hypertrophy, while others have referred to mitral valve prolapse or...

There is a growth on the outside of the pulmonary artery? Previously, the results from my hospital examination revealed that during a frontal chest X-ray, a mass approximately 3 to 4 centimeters in size was clearly visible outside the pulmonary artery, making it appear enlarged. ...

Could you please provide information regarding blood washing? Hello Dr. Ke: Recently, a friend from China underwent a blood cleansing treatment, where he spent four hours using a machine to draw out blood, cleanse it, and then return it to his body. He described that they extract...

How to healthily slim down the thighs and calves? How to healthily slim down the thighs and calves.

Blood pressure monitor What does a 24-hour blood pressure monitor look like? How is it carried by the patient? Is it rare?

Heart murmur Recently, a physical examination revealed a heart murmur (systolic) associated with the aorta, and the examining physician indicated it is related to a valvular issue. The murmur appears to be quite loud and can also be heard in the carotid arteries. Additionally, a ...

Diabetes mellitus I would like to ask the doctor. My mother is 51 years old and has been suffering from diabetes for about 5 years. She often experiences numbness in her limbs, especially in her feet, to the point where she doesn't feel it even when her shoes fall off. This ...

Annoying halitosis? Hello Doctor: I am 25 years old this year, but I have been suffering from halitosis for nearly ten years. I have always been too embarrassed and lacked the courage to see a doctor. However, as I am about to graduate and enter the workforce, I feel compelled to...

Fever The family member has been bedridden for two months due to a urinary tract infection and was recently hospitalized. They have been experiencing fever every evening, reaching a maximum of about 38.2 degrees Celsius, while being normal during the day. There is also a slight c...

Gout is a form of inflammatory arthritis characterized by the accumulation of uric acid crystals in the joints Gout is caused by the accumulation of uric acid crystals in the joints, leading to inflammation and pain. It can be triggered by factors such as high purine intake (foun...