Understanding Bradycardia: Is Your Slow Heart Rate a Concern?
Bradycardia I am 30 years old, 168 cm tall, and weigh 51 kg. During a company health check at the end of last year, it was found that my heart rate was too slow. However, after running, my heart rate returned to normal. Should I be concerned about any heart problems?
Dr. Xiao Yongxun reply Internal Medicine
Hello Mr. Jen: Generally speaking, bradycardia refers to a heart rate of less than 60 beats per minute. Most individuals do not require special treatment unless the heart rate falls below 50 beats per minute or there are signs of hypoperfusion, such as dizziness, chest discomfort...[Read More] Understanding Bradycardia: Is Your Slow Heart Rate a Concern?
Navigating Uncertainty: What to Do When Health Issues Arise?
I'm not sure what to do? Hello Dr. Hsiao, I am a resident of Keelung and also your patient. I just realized that you are one of the doctors in this group. Regarding my condition, I had a persistent cough for nearly eight months last year, underwent numerous tests, and lost...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun reply Internal Medicine
Dear Ms. Sarah Wang, Your concerns primarily involve weight loss and hoarseness, both of which have numerous potential diagnoses, varying in severity, and cannot be detailed here. What examinations have you already undergone? What were the results? These are crucial for differen...[Read More] Navigating Uncertainty: What to Do When Health Issues Arise?
Understanding Elevated Mercury Levels in Blood: Causes and Solutions
Heavy metals in the blood Recently, our company conducted a health examination, and my test report indicated that the mercury level in my blood exceeds the standard. However, there are no hazardous factors present in the work environment. Out of 50 individuals examined, over 30 s...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun reply Internal Medicine
Hello Ms. Kuo; 1. The most famous case of mercury poisoning occurred in the 1950s in the Minamata region of Japan, where a chlor-alkali factory discharged methylmercury into the sea. This contaminant entered the food chain and subsequently affected thousands of people, leading ...[Read More] Understanding Elevated Mercury Levels in Blood: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Metabolism: Why Weight Loss Doesn't Always Mean Fat Loss
What is metabolism? I do not have constipation or any physiological abnormalities! However, it's strange that every time I try to lose weight naturally, my body fat decreases while my weight remains the same, or my weight decreases while my body fat stays the same! What coul...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun reply Internal Medicine
Dear Ms. Feng Xin Xin, 1. Metabolism encompasses both anabolism (synthesis) and catabolism (breakdown), along with various physiological processes within the body. The growth, repair, reproduction, and aging of the human body are all part of a series of metabolic activities. 2....[Read More] Understanding Metabolism: Why Weight Loss Doesn't Always Mean Fat Loss
Does Falling Increase the Risk of Stroke in Hypertensive Patients?
Can a fall cause a stroke? I have a friend whose father had a history of hypertension. Recently, he fell and suffered a stroke. Could the fall have caused the stroke, or could it be due to another underlying condition? Thank you!
Dr. Xiao Yongxun reply Internal Medicine
Hello, Zhongren. 1. Stroke can be broadly classified into two main categories: hemorrhagic and ischemic. It can occur suddenly or progress gradually, leading to falls in patients. 2. Traumatic intracranial hemorrhage can result from external force or falls, and sometimes it c...[Read More] Does Falling Increase the Risk of Stroke in Hypertensive Patients?
Understanding Dizziness After Straining During Bowel Movements
Question Hello, doctor. I have a question that I hope you can help me with. Thank you! Here’s the situation: One day, I had a difficult time having a bowel movement due to constipation, and afterward, I felt dizzy. Why is that?
Dr. Xiao Yongxun reply Internal Medicine
1. There are many causes of dizziness, and an accurate diagnosis requires a personal visit to a clinic for examination. 2. Regarding your statement about dizziness after bowel movements, it may be caused by straining during constipation, which can lead to parasympathetic nervou...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness After Straining During Bowel Movements
Which Department to Visit for Liver Function Blood Tests?
I'm not sure which department to visit? For liver function blood tests, the examination items are as follows: HBsAg, Anti-HBsAg, HBeAg, SGOT, SGPT. Which department should I visit for these tests? Is there an outpatient clinic available on Saturday morning?
Dr. Xiao Yongxun reply Internal Medicine
1. Liver function tests and related examinations should be tailored according to the patient's condition, and it is advisable to follow up at the hepatobiliary and gastroenterology outpatient clinic. 2. Our hospital's hepatobiliary and gastroenterology outpatient clinic...[Read More] Which Department to Visit for Liver Function Blood Tests?