Understanding Parkinson's Disease: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Does Parkinson's disease have sensory symptoms associated with physical discomfort? Hello, doctor! I have some questions. My mother-in-law experiences involuntary tremors in her left hand, and at times, her entire body shakes severely. She has undergone examinations at Kaohs...
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Dear Shujun, patients with Parkinson's disease may experience not only tremors and bradykinesia but also autonomic nervous system issues, so feeling unwell is common. There are indeed certain nuclear medicine tests that can help differentiate whether it is truly Parkinson&#x...[Read More] Understanding Parkinson's Disease: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Understanding Right-Sided Pain: Causes and Effective Treatments
Significant pain on the right side? Hello, Director: I have recently been experiencing stiffness in my cervical spine, soreness in my right back, chronic pain from my right leg to my pelvis, and both of my calves are very stiff. I need deep tissue massage to be able to sleep, and...
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Dear Ah Xiang, if this has been affecting your quality of life and sleep for a long time, you may very likely have fibromyalgia. Please consult a neurologist. Best regards, Lan Shengxing.[Read More] Understanding Right-Sided Pain: Causes and Effective Treatments
Understanding REM Sleep Behavior Disorder: Causes and Symptoms
Rapid Eye Movement Sleep Behavior Disorder (REM Sleep Behavior Disorder) In the past couple of years, I have been waking up from nightmares at irregular times. I have a congenital heart condition, and my cardiologist believes it is due to excessive stress (I was also in a car acc...
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Dear Anonymous, yes, this aligns with the definition of REM Sleep Behavior Disorder. Please consult a neurologist at a clinic with a sleep laboratory.[Read More] Understanding REM Sleep Behavior Disorder: Causes and Symptoms
Neck Pain and Unusual Symptoms: When to Seek Specialist Help?
Neck and similar areas? Doctor: Hello, I have been experiencing tightness and discomfort in my upper neck for three months! I have seen a doctor and had an X-ray, and the doctor said there was nothing serious and taught me some health protection methods. However, as I enter the t...
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Dear Ms. Huang, this issue may need to be consulted with a neurologist or a surgeon to determine if it is related to the original problem with the blue star.[Read More] Neck Pain and Unusual Symptoms: When to Seek Specialist Help?
Understanding Persistent Upper Lip Stiffness: Neurological Insights
A stiff and tight sensation in the upper lip? I have been experiencing this sensation for about six months now. My upper lip always feels numb and stiff, and sometimes it even feels sore, which is very uncomfortable. I really don't want to feel this way all the time, as it h...
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Dear Anonymous, 1. Forcing yourself to wear a smile when there's nothing wrong will definitely not make you look foolish; instead, it can lead to remarkable improvements in your mood and enhance your social interactions. So, please smile more often when you can! It is defi...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Upper Lip Stiffness: Neurological Insights
Understanding Nerve Issues: Numbness and Weakness on One Side of the Body
Numbness above the neck and a dull sensation on the left side of the face? Hello Doctor: Since I took cold medicine (mainly for gastroenteritis) on the morning of February 13, I have been experiencing a rapid heartbeat. Additionally, I have weakness and tremors in my left side, i...
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Dear Anonymous, some ingredients in cold medications may cause all the issues you mentioned, such as tremors and difficulty urinating. Additionally, symptoms typically improve gradually after discontinuing the medication, although the time required varies for each individual. Num...[Read More] Understanding Nerve Issues: Numbness and Weakness on One Side of the Body
Sudden Dizziness, Shortness of Breath, and High Blood Pressure: What to Do?
Suddenly feeling faint, experiencing shortness of breath, high blood pressure, and nausea? Hello, this afternoon while I was cleaning at home, I suddenly felt like I was going to fall backward and then I started to have difficulty breathing. After that, I felt a bit nauseous. I w...
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Dear Rinna, these symptoms are difficult to categorize into a specific disease. Please visit the neurology outpatient clinic for evaluation.[Read More] Sudden Dizziness, Shortness of Breath, and High Blood Pressure: What to Do?
Understanding Dizziness, Nausea, and Weakness: Possible Neurological Issues
Dizziness, cold sweats, blurred vision, weakness in both hands, and nausea? A few years ago, while riding my bicycle, I suddenly felt very nauseous during a break, couldn't see clearly, felt dizzy, and had weakness in my limbs. My parents said I looked very pale. Later, duri...
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Dear patient, the source of your symptoms is difficult to classify as either neurological or gastrointestinal. Dizziness can be a manifestation of various conditions. I recommend that you visit either a neurology or gastroenterology clinic for further evaluation and examination.[Read More] Understanding Dizziness, Nausea, and Weakness: Possible Neurological Issues
Understanding Dizziness and Nausea: When to Seek Medical Attention
Dizziness and nausea? Hello, doctor. Since last week, I have been experiencing dizziness and unsteadiness whenever I look up or down, along with a feeling of nausea. I initially thought resting would help, but the next day the symptoms persisted. I have never experienced anything...
Dr. Lan Shengxing reply Neurology
Dear, dizziness caused by changes in posture often originates from the balance mechanisms in the inner ear. Please consult a neurologist or an otolaryngologist for diagnosis and treatment.[Read More] Understanding Dizziness and Nausea: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Weakness in Arms and Legs: Causes and Solutions
Weakness in the limbs? Hello doctor, I would like to ask you: Since around November, I have been experiencing weakness in my hands, and by mid-January, I could barely lift my hands. My legs are also weak, and I am unable to stand up on my own, but there is no pain in my hands or ...
Dr. Lan Shengxing reply Neurology
Dear Ms. Huang, the weakness in your limbs to the point of being unable to stand should definitely not be taken lightly. There are many possible causes for this, ranging from central to peripheral nervous system issues, and even muscular problems. Please seek evaluation and treat...[Read More] Understanding Weakness in Arms and Legs: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Right Calf Weakness and Involuntary Muscle Twitching
Weakness in the right calf accompanied by involuntary muscle twitching? Sometimes, after sitting for a long time, I experience a sharp, needle-like pain on the left side near my tailbone. Recently, I've also felt weakness in my right calf, with involuntary muscle twitching, ...
Dr. Lan Shengxing reply Neurology
Dear, it is possible that the nerve is being compressed. Please try to change your posture and seek a consultation with a neurologist as soon as possible.[Read More] Understanding Right Calf Weakness and Involuntary Muscle Twitching
Understanding Numbness in the Thigh: When to Seek Medical Advice
Numbness in the foot? I occasionally experience tingling in my right thigh, but it doesn't last long. This has been happening for about 2 to 3 months, although there is no specific timing. Recently, I've noticed that my left hand feels a bit colder than my right hand. A...
Dr. Lan Shengxing reply Neurology
Dear Grandma Ah Hua, the numbness in your right thigh may be related to compression of the superficial nerves in that area. Please visit a neurology clinic as soon as possible.[Read More] Understanding Numbness in the Thigh: When to Seek Medical Advice
Can Acupuncture Replace Rehabilitation After a Mild Stroke?
Mild stroke May I ask: when you last told me that medication treatment is necessary, was it only for blood pressure medication? If I can choose one of the two options, can I just go for acupuncture or rehabilitation? I saw many people online who only did acupuncture without under...
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Dear Miss Deng, there is something that needs to be clarified. It is the physician's duty to provide the best clinical service. If you believe that life and health are negotiable, then that choice is yours to make. You cannot hold the treating physician or an insufficient on...[Read More] Can Acupuncture Replace Rehabilitation After a Mild Stroke?
Persistent Dizziness When Sleeping on Left Side: Which Specialist to Consult?
It's been at least 10 years. I feel dizzy when I sleep on my left side? It's been at least 10 years that I experience dizziness when sleeping on my left side. Even closing my eyes can trigger it. A few years ago, I took traditional Chinese medicine and it improved for a...
Dr. Lan Shengxing reply Neurology
Dear Zhen, you can first consult an otolaryngologist for an examination, as there is a higher likelihood of inner ear issues. Thank you.[Read More] Persistent Dizziness When Sleeping on Left Side: Which Specialist to Consult?
Relieving Pain and Numbness in the Pinky Toe: Tips and Solutions
Pinky finger pain Two days ago and yesterday were my first two consecutive days of work, where I stood for about 8 hours each day. Since the first day, my right little toe has been experiencing numbness. Initially, I thought it was due to a loose thread in my sock, but even when ...
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Prolonged standing requires changing positions and proper protection to avoid nerve and vascular injuries. It is advisable not to wear excessively high shoes and to choose better insoles. Improving posture is important; avoid standing with a wide stance.[Read More] Relieving Pain and Numbness in the Pinky Toe: Tips and Solutions
Can Mild Stroke Patients Safely Use Traditional Chinese Medicine?
Mild stroke Can a person who has had a mild stroke continue to drink traditional Chinese medicine? My mother has had a mild stroke and feels that drinking traditional Chinese medicine doesn't seem to have much effect. Can I take her to see a traditional Chinese medicine prac...
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The most important things after a stroke are rehabilitation and preventing a subsequent stroke. Therefore, continuing to take medication to prevent another occurrence is crucial. It is not that the medication is ineffective; in fact, the absence of a recurrence is its effectivene...[Read More] Can Mild Stroke Patients Safely Use Traditional Chinese Medicine?
Understanding Jaw Twitching: Causes and Concerns for Your Health
The chin is constantly twitching? This morning, I woke up early and my jaw felt normal. However, after having breakfast, I noticed that my jaw has been twitching continuously! It feels similar to an eyelid twitch! It’s not painful or itchy, but it has been twitching for half a da...
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Dear Q, the symptoms you described may require a visit to a neurologist to check for potential facial nerve issues. Please go to the neurology outpatient clinic for an examination as soon as possible! Best regards, Lan Shengxing.[Read More] Understanding Jaw Twitching: Causes and Concerns for Your Health
Understanding Facial Nerve Symptoms: Do You Need Acupuncture?
Facial nerve Hello doctor, for about a week now, every evening, I experience a tingling, warm, and slightly swollen sensation on the left side of my face (from the corner of my eye to my ear and cheek). A traditional Chinese medicine doctor mentioned that my pre-existing heart co...
Dr. Lan Shengxing reply Neurology
Dear Hua, without observing this symptom or conducting a neurological examination, it is difficult to determine the disease and provide recommendations. I can only suggest that you follow the treatment as directed by your traditional Chinese medicine practitioner. If you wish to ...[Read More] Understanding Facial Nerve Symptoms: Do You Need Acupuncture?
Understanding and Managing Severe Tremors: A Neurology Perspective
It is very serious, please help me? Hello, Vice Dean. When I was around 17 or 18 years old, people started saying that my body would shake, but I didn't feel anything at the time. However, in the last 2 to 3 years, it has become increasingly severe. When I am nervous or angr...
Dr. Lan Shengxing reply Neurology
Dear James, the shaking of your body may worsen during moments of excitement, so it is normal to experience tremors when you are nervous or angry. If this later develops into an inability to initiate movement, it is important to differentiate whether it is psychogenic or related ...[Read More] Understanding and Managing Severe Tremors: A Neurology Perspective
Understanding Neck and Shoulder Stiffness: When to Seek Medical Help
Stiffness in the shoulders and neck, as well as in the limbs? I am in my fifties and have been experiencing stiffness in my shoulders and neck for the past two months. My hands and feet often have joint pain, and sometimes my lumbar spine hurts to the point where I can't str...
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Dear Dolq, this symptom is something that most programmers experience to some extent. It is advisable to first consult with a rehabilitation specialist. If rehabilitation activities do not yield results, then consider visiting a neurologist or a neurosurgeon.[Read More] Understanding Neck and Shoulder Stiffness: When to Seek Medical Help