Dr. Xu Li'an reply Family Medicine Question - Page 2

Waking up in the morning with an unusual feeling in the mouth? I would like to ask which department I should consult if I wake up every morning with a thick, brownish substance in my mouth. Could you also explain why this might be happening?

Chronic bruising Hello, Doctor: Over the past year or two, I seem to bruise easily, possibly because I am a bit clumsy and often bump into table corners or chair edges while walking. As a result, I frequently have bruises on my calves and thighs, which I haven't treated spec...

Breath has a smell of alcohol? Hello, Dr. Hsu. I usually do not drink alcohol (I consume less than 1000cc of beer per year). When I do drink, I quickly experience full-body warmth and redness, but I do not have any allergies. However, in recent years, I have occasionally noticed ...

Numbness in the hands during sleep? Hello Doctor: I often experience numbness in my hands while sleeping, particularly in the palms. I usually can't maintain one sleeping position for too long without feeling numbness in my hands. However, I don't have any particular se...

Hair loss issues? Hello, over the past week or two, I have been experiencing some symptoms: 1. Severe hair loss 2. Difficulty breathing (shortness of breath) 3. My mood seems to be unstable (easily irritable) 4. It feels like there is something in my throat when I eat, making it ...

Inner ear imbalance Dr. Hsu: I apologize for bothering you again. I’m not sure if it’s due to stress, but my physical condition has been fluctuating. After experiencing menstrual cramps, I immediately felt dizzy. A few days ago, I visited an internist and reported symptoms includ...

Hemorrhoid issues..? Hello Doctor: I usually have normal bowel movements, but last year when I visited a colorectal specialist, the doctor diagnosed me with hemorrhoids, specifically internal hemorrhoids. However, I do not experience bleeding or pain after bowel movements; I only...

"Eosinophilia" Hello Doctor: My friend has been diagnosed with eosinophilia after a preliminary examination by a physician. What is this condition, and what complications can arise from it? What should be taken into consideration, and are there any dietary restrictions?...

Using a lot of painkillers can lead to several potential issues. Overuse of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) may cause gastrointestinal problems, such as ulcers or bleeding, as well as kidney damage. Opioids, on the other hand, can lead to dependence, tolerance, and ...

Regarding the tuberculosis skin test for studying abroad? Dear Dr. Hsu, I will be going to the United States for further studies in August, and the school has provided a list of required vaccinations and examinations. I have obtained my vaccination record card from the health ce...

Why do I often get sick? Hello Dr. Hsu, I have been frequently experiencing colds and gastroenteritis for several weeks now, alternating between the two. I get a cold, recover, and then a few days later, I have gastroenteritis. After recovering from that, I get sick again shortl...

excuse me? I sometimes experience dizziness and instability that lasts for about ten seconds. I need to hold onto something to avoid falling. I would like to know what might be causing this and which department I should visit at the hospital.

Will transitioning to Traditional Chinese Medicine lead to improvement? Doctor: Sorry to interrupt, but due to my nasal allergies, I often experience post-nasal drip that leads to bacterial infections in my throat. My sore throat hasn't improved, and it's causing severe...

Blood in stool If there is blood in the stool, the abdomen is not painful, there are no other physical symptoms, and the stool is normal in shape with bright red blood, what could this condition be? Thank you.

Lymph node issues? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you about my severe anxiety regarding HIV. I have heard that one of the warning signs is lymphadenopathy. I tried to move the fat on my neck and felt a lymph node (I asked my dentist, and he confirmed it is indeed a lymph node...

Enlarged head The same hat no longer fits, and I've also cut my hair. This has happened in the past few months; is it possible? A towel can no longer wrap around my head.

Hepatitis B Excuse me, I would like to ask if I need to go to a larger hospital for a hepatitis B blood test, or if a smaller clinic would suffice? A friend mentioned that many small clinics do not have the necessary equipment or procedures for this type of blood test and that sa...

I'm sorry, but I need more context or content to provide a translation. Please provide the specific text you would Hello Dr. Hsu Li-An, I have a few questions I would like to ask you. My first symptom is chest pain and difficulty breathing. The second symptom is persistent d...

Dementia? Depression? Hypothyroidism? Which department(s) should I consult? Hello Doctor, my mother is 55 years old and slightly overweight. She has a history of hypothyroidism and cardiovascular issues (she has a lack of temperature sensation in her left hand and elevated blood ...

Intermittent sharp pain on both sides of the front of the right calf bone? Hello doctor, my right calf has intermittent sharp pain on both sides of the bone at the front. Sometimes the pain is focused on a specific point on the right side, and other times it is on a specific poin...