Understanding Balance: Why Good Balance is Essential for Health
Balance Hello, doctor: Which is better, having good balance or poor balance? And why? Thank you.
Dr. Sang Shude reply Family Medicine
Of course, having good balance is important; poor balance can lead to dizziness, vertigo, and difficulty performing fine motor skills.[Read More] Understanding Balance: Why Good Balance is Essential for Health
Understanding Premature Gray Hair: Causes and Solutions for Young Adults
Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) Hello, doctor: I noticed white hair starting from high school, and it has increased over time. Now that I am in my second year of college, I still have white hair. Sometimes I experience headaches, especially when I am very tired, such as after...
Dr. Sang Shude reply Family Medicine
Having white hair at a young age can indeed be a concern, and it's quite disheartening. As of now, there is no effective method to address this issue, aside from maintaining a normal diet and lifestyle, and trying to relax as much as possible. It's important to have hea...[Read More] Understanding Premature Gray Hair: Causes and Solutions for Young Adults
Understanding Microcytic Anemia: Is It Hereditary and How to Improve It?
What is the definition of microcytic anemia? Is it a hereditary disease? Dr. Sang: Hello! In my health check-ups over the past five years, I have consistently found issues with hemoglobin, blood concentration, and hematocrit levels (hematocrit 32.3%, hemoglobin 9.3 g/dL, white bl...
Dr. Sang Shude reply Family Medicine
Dr. Sang Shur-Te has left, and Director Jan Te-Chin is responding. Microcytic anemia refers to anemia caused by a low mean corpuscular volume (MCV less than 80 fL). Common causes include iron deficiency anemia, thalassemia, chronic disease, and poisoning. Given your situation wit...[Read More] Understanding Microcytic Anemia: Is It Hereditary and How to Improve It?