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Feeling dizzy and experiencing headaches all day? I have oceanic anemia and have been feeling dizzy all day for almost a month. A few days ago, I also experienced very painful headaches, and I feel like my memory has slightly declined. I have little strength in my body and I'...

Multiple inflammations Hello Doctor, I was diagnosed with COVID-19 on May 24, and it has been over a month now. I have been experiencing persistent gastrointestinal discomfort, and I often feel a dull pain during bowel movements. Additionally, I have a sensation of ongoing inflam...

Dizziness in response to strong indoor lighting (similar to motion sickness)? I have been particularly sensitive to light from the beginning, and later developed a severe aversion to indoor lighting (only indoor fluorescent lights or non-natural light are problematic; outdoor sun...

Uncertain if there is a parasitic infection? There is no abdominal pain or diarrhea, but there is frequent itching around the anus. Additionally, the eyes and skin often feel itchy, and there are occasional sensations as if insects are crawling, although nothing can be seen or fe...

I feel like I'm not growing taller? Hello, doctor. I am 13 years old, and I feel like I haven't grown taller recently. My dad is 172 cm and my mom is 161 cm. My diet is normal, and I drink plenty of milk. Sometimes I stay up late, and I am also working on my abs. In the...

Glucose tolerance test Dear Doctor, I recently underwent a glucose tolerance test at the hospital, and the results are as follows: Hemoglobin A1c 5.5%, OGTT: Fasting—96 mg/dL; 30 minutes—167 mg/dL; 60 minutes—212 mg/dL; 90 minutes—174 mg/dL; 120 minutes—132 mg/dL. The outpatient...

Low levels of red blood cells, hemoglobin, and hematocrit? Hello Doctor: I recently had a health check-up, and the report showed the following blood results: W.B.C: 7.13, R.B.C: 4 (below normal), Hemoglobin: 12, Hematocrit: 36.6 (both below normal), MCV, MCH, MCHC, and platelets ...

Liver nodule measuring 1.6 centimeters? On October 19, 2021, an abdominal ultrasound revealed: Liver: moderate degree of increased echogenicity of the liver parenchyma compared to the kidney. A hypoechoic zone at the gallbladder fossa, possibly due to focal sparing. Intrahepatic ...

The bruise has faded but still hurts? Hello, doctor. When I was in the fifth and sixth grades, I experienced a bruise near my perineum due to an impact. Now I am a senior in high school. Since sixth grade, I have occasionally felt sharp pain in that area, but I didn't pay mu...

Numbness in the lower half of the body, including the neck and abdomen? In recent months, the symptoms have become more frequent, especially when lying down, which significantly affects sleep quality. There is a tingling sensation from the abdomen down to the legs; it's not ...

Vaginal bleeding During physical education class, I performed intermittent exercises for about half an hour, including a plank hold for 2 minutes with 30 seconds of rest, and a leg raise exercise where I lifted my legs to 90 degrees and lowered them without touching the ground fo...

Gastrointestinal issues Hello, doctor: I usually have poor digestion and experience acid reflux. Recently, for the past week, my stomach has not been able to digest anything. I start feeling bloated even after eating just one-third of a bowl of rice, which feels like I've ea...

Rapid heartbeat can lead to other diseases? I have been ejaculating while holding a pillow about four to five times a week for several years. One day after ejaculation, my heart started racing extremely fast, to the point where I felt unable to do anything, which was quite fright...

White blood cell count I was recently hospitalized for a long-term headache and underwent tests, including a blood test. The report is as follows: WBC count: 6.78 Neutrophils: 5.3 (77.8%) normal range 1.6-6.3, 41.5-73.8% Lymphocytes: 1.0 (14.3%) normal range 1.1-3.2 Monocytes: 0....

Blood tests and HIV In mid-June, I was sent to the emergency room due to acute gastroenteritis and vomiting (later diagnosed as acute gastroenteritis). After a blood sample was taken for testing, the nurse informed me that all my blood test results were normal. I would like to as...

Pain in the left lateral rib cage area? Hello, Dr. Hsieh. I apologize for bothering you. Recently, I have been experiencing intermittent pain in the left side of my chest, specifically in the area of the ribs. The pain is more pronounced when I press on it, and it extends from th...

Loose stools? In the past two weeks, my stools have been looser; they are formed but break apart when flushed. This used to happen occasionally, but this time it has lasted longer. There are no other symptoms. Dr. Hsieh, do I need to seek medical attention or undergo any tests? T...

Stomach pain, abdominal pain leading to bowel movements, and continuous stomach rumbling? Abdominal pain, stomach pain, had one bowel movement and two episodes of diarrhea. The pain is worse when sitting and less intense when lying down. For several consecutive days, about two to...

Recently, I have been experiencing frequent sharp pains in my body? Hello Doctor, I am 17 years old. Since around the ninth grade, I have been experiencing sharp pains in my abdomen (upper left, mid upper, and upper right). Sometimes I have sudden, brief stabbing pains, and other...

Experiencing a rapid heartbeat during a cold? Hello Doctor: I have been feeling unwell these past few days and sought medical attention, where I was diagnosed with a cold. However, after taking the medication, my heart rate has been consistently around 100-110 beats per minute wh...