Understanding Dizziness and Breathing Issues: When to Seek Medical Help
excuse me? Hello, doctor. I have a question I hope you can help me with. This morning when I woke up, I felt dizzy and had difficulty breathing, experiencing some shortness of breath. After about half an hour, my symptoms improved after drinking a cup of hot water. The dizziness ...
Dr. Sun Weixu reply Family Medicine
Wearing a mask is similar to wearing shoes that are either too big, too small, or ill-fitting; it can be uncomfortable and fail to serve its purpose, potentially causing harm. A mask must conform to the shape of your face to be comfortable and effective. The primary function of a...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness and Breathing Issues: When to Seek Medical Help
Understanding Neck Pain and Anxiety After Quitting Smoking
Uncertain about the issue at hand? Hello Dr. Sun: For the past half month, I've been experiencing some soreness and slight stiffness in my neck, along with mild dizziness and headaches. Today, I received my blood test results, which were all normal. During this period, I...
Dr. Sun Weixu reply Family Medicine
When we encounter stress, it is natural to experience anxiety and worry. However, when the level of anxiety intensifies to the point where it affects our ability to cope with daily stressors, causing emotional turmoil and even leading to various physical discomforts, this anxiety...[Read More] Understanding Neck Pain and Anxiety After Quitting Smoking
Understanding Your Health Check Report: What High RBC and Hematocrit Levels Mean
Health Check Report Hello, doctor. Regarding the health check results: red blood cell count is 555, and hematocrit is 49.7. What do these values signify? Are they indicative of any symptoms or diseases? Thank you!
Dr. Sun Weixu reply Family Medicine
Red blood cell count (RBC) for males is 3.8 million to 6 million cells/mm³, and for females, it is 3.8 million to 5.5 million cells/mm³. The majority of blood's composition consists of red blood cells, which are produced in the bone marrow and then released into the bloodstr...[Read More] Understanding Your Health Check Report: What High RBC and Hematocrit Levels Mean
Understanding Persistent Health Issues: A Guide for Patients
I'm not sure what the problem is? 1. I often experience constipation, which has not improved since childhood. 2. I have been feeling dizzy and drowsy since I was a child. 3. My menstrual periods are always late and not heavy, and I frequently have vaginal discharge. 4....
Dr. Sun Weixu reply Family Medicine
Dear careywong-2: First point: Constipation is a common condition that can be very frustrating. The hurried lifestyle of modern individuals often contributes to this issue: consuming low-fiber fast food, inadequate water intake, lack of exercise, and delaying bowel movements de...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Health Issues: A Guide for Patients
Understanding Your Negative Hepatitis B Test Results and Next Steps
Health check-up Hello, doctor. Recently, the health check report from school indicated that "your hepatitis B surface antigen and antibody tests are both negative (-). Please visit the family medicine clinic to receive the hepatitis B vaccine." What does this mean? Will...
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Hello: A negative result for both Hepatitis B surface antigen and antibody indicates that there has been no past infection with Hepatitis B, or that there was an infection that did not result in chronic carrier status (though this is unlikely). Therefore, it is recommended to vis...[Read More] Understanding Your Negative Hepatitis B Test Results and Next Steps
Understanding Itchy Sensations Beneath the Skin: Causes and Solutions
Itching Hello, doctor: During my high school years, I occasionally experienced itching between the skin and the bone, which was very uncomfortable and I couldn't scratch it. What could be the reason for this?
Dr. Sun Weixu reply Family Medicine
Dear netizens, The scalp of a normal person secretes oil from sebaceous glands. Some individuals, due to their constitution, may experience excessive oiliness on their scalp, resulting in hair that becomes greasy within a day of washing. This can make it difficult to maintain t...[Read More] Understanding Itchy Sensations Beneath the Skin: Causes and Solutions
How to Lower Triglycerides and Raise HDL: Expert Advice for Your Health
Confusion? Hello Dr. Sun: A few days ago, the company conducted a health check-up, and the report has come out. I have some questions regarding the results. My triglyceride level is alarmingly high at 797, which is much higher than last year, so I was quite shocked. Additionally,...
Dr. Sun Weixu reply Family Medicine
Hello Mr. Tony: Friends over the age of 30 often find that during health check-ups, one of their blood test results shows elevated levels of triglycerides (Triacylglycerol, abbreviated as TG). Doctors typically advise reducing the intake of high-calorie fats and excessive carbohy...[Read More] How to Lower Triglycerides and Raise HDL: Expert Advice for Your Health
Understanding Sudden Thigh Pain: When to Seek Medical Advice
Thigh pain I am an office worker who sits at a desk, and over the past few months, I have been experiencing occasional unexplained pain in my left thigh while sitting without exertion. The pain is located approximately in the mid-thigh area, not at the joint. When it occurs, it c...
Dr. Sun Weixu reply Family Medicine
Hello Mr. Amin: Leg pain is one of the most common symptoms. The legs bear the body's weight daily, and standing for too long or walking excessively can lead to leg pain, weakness, and even numbness. Additionally, intense exercise, inappropriate footwear, and sprains can als...[Read More] Understanding Sudden Thigh Pain: When to Seek Medical Advice
Boosting Immunity: Tips on Diet, Exercise, and Hydration
Immune system Hello, doctor. How can I enhance my body's immune system to resist diseases? Regarding diet and exercise... I drink about 6000cc of water a day (sometimes not out of thirst, but out of habit). Will this affect my body? Thank you.
Dr. Sun Weixu reply Family Medicine
Drinking plenty of water is beneficial for the body, provided that kidney function is normal. In cases such as congestive heart failure (CHF) or uremia, one must be very cautious about fluid intake and output. With normal kidney function, consuming approximately 6000 cc of water ...[Read More] Boosting Immunity: Tips on Diet, Exercise, and Hydration
How to Manage Frequent Eye Twitching: Tips for Your Health
About the eyes? If you are experiencing frequent eyelid twitching, especially in the left eyelid, here are some steps you can take to manage the condition: 1. **Reduce Stress**: Practice relaxation techniques such as deep breathing, meditation, or yoga to help alleviate stress, ...
Dr. Sun Weixu reply Family Medicine
Eyelid twitching is simply an involuntary contraction of small muscles and does not indicate any disease. I believe no treatment is necessary.[Read More] How to Manage Frequent Eye Twitching: Tips for Your Health
Understanding Abnormal Blood and Urine Test Results: What They Mean
Abnormal health check results? In your blood test, the lymphocyte percentage is 40.4% (normal range: 20-40%), and in your urine microscopic examination, the white blood cell count is 15-20 and epithelial cells are also 15-20. These abnormalities may indicate a few potential issue...
Dr. Sun Weixu reply Family Medicine
The average normal range for lymphocytes is 24-44%, so your result of 40.4% is considered normal. An increase in lymphocytes may indicate various conditions, such as viral infections like AIDS, measles, mumps, or acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). Regarding the microscopic exami...[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Blood and Urine Test Results: What They Mean
Understanding Body Asymmetry: When to Seek Medical Advice
Regarding the issue of body symmetry? Hello doctor, I recently noticed that the muscles and bones on the right side of my body are more developed than those on the left side. Upon closer inspection, I can also see this difference in my facial cheekbones and jawbone. I'm not ...
Dr. Sun Weixu reply Family Medicine
Hello Taipei19: Actually, it is normal and acceptable for most people to have more developed muscles and bones on the right side of their body due to being right-handed. Typically, human perception is quite subjective. Without affecting physiological function, it is not possible ...[Read More] Understanding Body Asymmetry: When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Body Shape Concerns: Is It Marfan Syndrome or Something Else?
Sure, please ask your question? Hello doctor, I previously asked about Marfan Syndrome, but what is currently troubling me a lot is my body shape. Aside from the differences in breasts and genitalia between males and females, there is another aspect: my body shape resembles that ...
Dr. Sun Weixu reply Family Medicine
Marfan Syndrome is an autosomal dominant genetic disorder that cannot be easily diagnosed based solely on appearance, as physical characteristics are quite subjective. For instance, some young women may perceive themselves as overweight, while others may not see it that way at al...[Read More] Understanding Body Shape Concerns: Is It Marfan Syndrome or Something Else?
Which Medical Specialty Offers Consultation for Marfan Syndrome?
Which specialty provides consultation for Marfan Syndrome? Excuse me, doctor, if I want to get a consultation for Marfan Syndrome, which department should I visit? It seems a bit strange to choose any department... There seem to be very few people with this syndrome in Taiwan, ri...
Dr. Sun Weixu reply Family Medicine
Marfan syndrome is an autosomal dominant genetic mutation that leads to connective tissue disorders. It primarily falls under the category of immunology and rheumatology; however, due to this connective tissue disease affecting multiple organs containing connective tissue [such a...[Read More] Which Medical Specialty Offers Consultation for Marfan Syndrome?
How Family Smoking Affects Children's Asthma: Key Insights
Childhood asthma and family smoking? Is the child's frequent asthma related to family members smoking?
Dr. Sun Weixu reply Smoking Cessation
Mr. Xiao Zheng: Hello! In addition to allergens (such as dust mites, pet dander, and pollen), environmental factors that can cause asthma in children include non-allergens like cigarette smoke, which can irritate the respiratory tract and trigger airway hyperreactivity, leading t...[Read More] How Family Smoking Affects Children's Asthma: Key Insights