Understanding Unexplained Chest and Back Pain: A Family Medicine Perspective
Physical discomfort? This year, I have occasionally experienced issues with arrhythmia, where my heart suddenly pauses. I have undergone blood tests and various examinations, all of which came back normal. However, today I experienced it again, but this time it occurred more freq...
Dr. Lin Zhebin reply Family Medicine
Hello: Although your discomfort is primarily concentrated above the waist, from my perspective, it is still important to address each issue separately. I have broadly categorized your concerns into the following three items: 1. Arrhythmia: Given your age, it is necessary to che...[Read More] Understanding Unexplained Chest and Back Pain: A Family Medicine Perspective
Understanding Unusual Sensations: What Your Body Might Be Telling You
Strange sensations in the body? Hello, Doctor. Since March 12 of this year, I have been experiencing some strange sensations: 1. I feel as if my ankle or arm is being grabbed, or that someone is pressing down heavily on the top of my head. There was also an instance where I felt ...
Dr. Lin Zhebin reply Family Medicine
Hello: Based on your description, from a Western medical perspective, we would likely start by addressing the abnormal sensations and consider the following conditions: 1. Endocrine disorders (such as diabetes or thyroid issues), which may sometimes be accompanied by menstrual ir...[Read More] Understanding Unusual Sensations: What Your Body Might Be Telling You
Understanding COVID-19 Risks from Package Handling and Airborne Transmission
COVID-19 Consultation Hello, doctor. I saw a news report stating that when unpacking packages, one should wear a mask because viruses can become airborne and enter the respiratory tract, posing a risk of infection. I'm unsure about the validity of this claim regarding airbor...
Dr. Lin Zhebin reply Family Medicine
Hello: If the sender is confirmed to have COVID-19 and coughs or touches secretions while handling the package, it is indeed possible for the virus to remain on the package. However, current research indicates that the virus can survive outside the human body for a maximum of 2-3...[Read More] Understanding COVID-19 Risks from Package Handling and Airborne Transmission
Night Owl or Early Bird: The Impact of Sleep Patterns on Health
Staying up late, sleep, and health? Due to work commitments, I usually go to bed around 1 or 2 AM and wake up around 7 AM. I often hear that staying up late is bad for health, and that one should go to sleep by 11 PM. However, I've also heard that as long as one's sleep...
Dr. Lin Zhebin reply Family Medicine
Hello: Regarding the relationship between sleep and health, I would like to address it in two parts: The first part is about sleep quality: Sleep quality can be assessed in both objective and subjective terms. The objective aspect mainly relates to sleep duration, which is genera...[Read More] Night Owl or Early Bird: The Impact of Sleep Patterns on Health
Understanding Skin Issues: Red Bumps and Scabs on Arms
Skin issues The appearance of numerous small red bumps and crusty lesions on the outer sides of both arms, some located beneath the hair, could indicate several potential skin conditions. Possible diagnoses include folliculitis, which is inflammation of the hair follicles, or con...
Dr. Lin Zhebin reply Family Medicine
Hello: Based on your description and the images, it is possible that you have "keratosis pilaris." It is important to pay attention to sun protection for your arms.[Read More] Understanding Skin Issues: Red Bumps and Scabs on Arms
Are Toner Inks from Printers a Health Risk? Understanding Potential Contaminants
Inquiry about carbon powder matters? Hello, last week after washing my hands, they were slightly wet. Before touching the door handle in the lecture hall, I used a printed document to dry my fingers a bit before making contact with the handle. The document was printed material. L...
Dr. Lin Zhebin reply Family Medicine
Hello: I apologize, but I am not very familiar with this topic. However, after reviewing the information you provided and conducting some additional research, I found that most articles focus on how the use of "laser printers" can cause toner to adhere to paper due to &...[Read More] Are Toner Inks from Printers a Health Risk? Understanding Potential Contaminants
Understanding Muscle Pain: When to Seek Medical Advice and Treatment
Muscle pain Last night, I suddenly experienced muscle cramps in my groin area. Prior to this, I had several episodes of thigh muscle cramps, occurring quite frequently, about every two to three minutes, but they resolved on their own afterward. I'm unsure of the cause; could...
Dr. Lin Zhebin reply Family Medicine
Hello: Regarding your issue of muscle cramps in the groin and thigh, it may be related to some electrolyte imbalances (sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium) or endocrine disorders (such as diabetes or thyroid issues). If you are looking for a specialty to consult, family medicin...[Read More] Understanding Muscle Pain: When to Seek Medical Advice and Treatment
Concerns About Seafood Parasites and Wound Infection Risks
Seafood parasites I would like to ask the doctor, recently I had a mouth ulcer and while eating hot pot, the shrimp shell accidentally touched the wound. Later, I realized that the shrimp was cooked in a simmering broth rather than a rolling boil. Although the shrimp turned red, ...
Dr. Lin Zhebin reply Family Medicine
Hello: From my understanding, seafood is typically subjected to low-temperature freezing treatment shortly after being caught, so there should not be an issue with parasites, unless there is a lapse in the handling process. However, once the seafood is served and begins to thaw, ...[Read More] Concerns About Seafood Parasites and Wound Infection Risks
Understanding Multiple Pains: Chest, Head, and Back Discomfort Explained
Multiple areas of pain for three days? Two days ago, I experienced chest pain (located in the middle, slightly to the left). Although the pain has subsided, I noticed small raised bumps above the previous pain area (which are not itchy). Subsequently, I began to feel pain in the ...
Dr. Lin Zhebin reply Family Medicine
Hello, Miss: I believe that your widespread pain throughout your body should first consider the possibility of a viral infection. Given the current season, the likelihood of influenza virus infection should be taken into account, and if there is a history of exposure to COVID-19,...[Read More] Understanding Multiple Pains: Chest, Head, and Back Discomfort Explained
Unexplained Fever for Over a Year: Seeking Answers and Next Steps
Fever of unknown origin for over a year? Hello Doctor, my condition started two years ago with unexplained fevers (ear temperature around 37.5 to 38.3 degrees Celsius). I consulted an infectious disease specialist at the hospital and underwent various tests (including blood tests...
Dr. Lin Zhebin reply Family Medicine
Hello, I will address your questions one by one: 1. If traditional Chinese medicine is ineffective in reducing your fever, should you continue seeking medical attention, and what direction should that take? From a Western medicine perspective, I personally believe that you shou...[Read More] Unexplained Fever for Over a Year: Seeking Answers and Next Steps