Dr. Li Jian reply Internal Medicine Question - Page 3

Nasal congestion due to a cold? Hello, doctor. Recently, I've been experiencing a cold, which has affected my sense of taste, reducing it to about 50% of normal. Today, I couldn't stand it anymore, so I used "Rhinex" nasal spray on the congested side. The othe...

Suspected gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)? Last night, I had a very filling dinner, and while sitting, I felt uncomfortable and had to sit up to burp for relief. I also did not have a bowel movement all day yesterday. During the night, I slept for about four hours but woke...

Kidney problems Hello doctor, my father asked me to help him buy water-based patches, but he has chronic kidney disease with a glomerular filtration rate of 52. He is concerned that the patches might harm his kidneys. I would like to ask if it is safe to purchase the following pa...

Coughing up blood-stained sputum without coughing? Today, I started experiencing a sore throat and a fever of 38 degrees Celsius. While taking a shower in the evening, I coughed up phlegm and noticed blood in it, but I haven't had a runny nose or a cough. I visited a clinic ...

Inquiry about recurrence of hyperthyroidism? Hello, doctor. I previously had hyperthyroidism and was treated for a year and a half, during which my levels were normal. I stopped my medication last month, but recently I've been feeling unwell and more anxious. Is it possible ...

Hyperthyroidism issues? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about the definition of severe hyperthyroidism. Does it refer to the severity of symptoms or the laboratory values? A family member experienced delusions and went to the hospital for evaluation. During blood tests, they w...

Persistent low-grade fever Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing recurrent low-grade fevers since last Friday afternoon, and it has now been a week with no improvement. I visited a clinic where the doctor prescribed Tamiflu, but it has not been effective. My symptoms include per...

Gastrointestinal issues Today I've been feeling the urge to pass gas. I would like to know what possible reasons there could be, and if exercise can help improve this condition?

Proteinuria issues? Hello doctor, can you please tell me if foamy urine caused by proteinuria occurs regardless of whether one is urinating while standing or sitting? Or is it that sitting down to urinate does not produce foam?

Dry mouth and dry tongue? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing dry mouth and dry tongue for the past three weeks. My mouth feels very dry every day, and drinking water does not help. This has somewhat affected my daily life. Prior to the dry mouth symptoms, I was taking Loraze...

I would like to inquire about unexplained swelling on the back of the hand? Hello Doctor: I would like to inquire about my father (in his 60s). He previously went to the emergency room and was diagnosed with cellulitis. His symptoms included swelling and pain in his hand without ...

I would like to inquire about unexplained swelling on the back of the hand? Hello Doctor, I would like to inquire about my father, who is in his 60s. He previously went to the emergency room and was diagnosed with cellulitis. His symptoms included swelling and pain in his hand ...

Thyroid nodule Hello, during a recent physical examination, a 3.6 cm nodule was found on the left side of my thyroid. A fine needle aspiration biopsy was performed, and it was determined to be benign. However, I have recently been experiencing some discomfort in my throat, occasi...

Do low glycemic index foods affect glycated hemoglobin levels? Hello doctor, I had a hemoglobin A1c test in November that showed 5.3, and in December, it was 5.6. This past month, aside from meat and fats, I increased my intake of avocados, nuts, and 100% chocolate. I added appro...

Fasting blood glucose issues Hello Doctor, I recently received my health check report, which shows that my fasting blood glucose level is 97, which is close to the maximum reference value of 100. The night before the test, I was too busy and only ate two tea eggs for dinner, and ...

Sudden pain in the lower left chest? Hello Dr. Lee, I have seen similar inquiries in the Q&A section, but I still want to confirm my condition with you (as described below). Since childhood, I have experienced sudden sharp pain in the lower left side of my chest. For example,...

Fluctuations in glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) levels within one month? Hello Doctor: Thank you for taking the time to answer my questions despite your busy schedule. In my family, besides my parents, my aunts, uncles, and both sets of grandparents have diabetes, so I am particularl...

The difference between serum creatinine and urine creatinine lies in their measurement and significance in assessing kidney function. Serum creatinine is a blood test that measures the level of creatinine in the bloodstream, which is a waste product produced by muscle metabolis...

Examination Report Hello Dr. Lee, please help me interpret this blood test report. Thank you. Triglycerides (TG): 52 mg/dL Free Thyroxine (FT4): 1.44 ng/mL Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH): 1.0742 µIU/mL Low-Density Lipoprotein (LDL): 89 mg/dL Total Cholesterol: 172 mg/...

Medication-related issues? Hello, doctor. This New Year's Day, I plan to take my two elderly family members to Wuling to enjoy the scenery. We intend to prepare Acetazolamide for them to prevent symptoms of altitude sickness. Currently, I know that my mother is taking medica...