Dr. Yang Hongzhi reply Internal Medicine Question - Page 10

My lymph nodes? Hello doctor, a while ago I felt a lump in my throat when swallowing saliva, so I went to see an otolaryngologist. I mentioned that I felt a movable lymph node on the left side of my neck, and the doctor said it was nothing serious. The swallowing issue was attrib...

Regarding male development? I would like to ask Dr. Yang, at what age do boys typically stop developing?

Whenever I consume sweet foods, I experience discomfort in my body? Hello, I have a question to ask. In the past, I didn't experience this, but for the last two years, whenever I consume foods or drinks that are mildly sweet or sweeter, I have difficulty breathing, break out...

Can drinking water cause edema? Drinking water can lead to a temporary increase in body weight due to water retention, but this is not the same as gaining fat. The body can retain water for various reasons, including dietary salt intake, hormonal changes, and physical activity le...

Medical Knowledge (Forwarded from the Director's Mailbox) Dear Director: 1. For long-term diabetes patients, does poor blood sugar control increase the risk of stroke? 2. For long-term diabetes patients currently experiencing a second stroke (under treatment), is daily bl...

Lymphadenopathy Hello doctor, about three months ago, I noticed a line of swollen lymph nodes on the right side of my neck. When I visited an ENT specialist, the doctor checked for nasopharyngeal cancer and said it was not the case. He mentioned that it was caused by a viral infe...

Can individuals with elevated uric acid levels consume clam extract? Hello, Dr. Yang. My husband recently received his health check-up report, which indicated that his uric acid levels are elevated. I would like to ask you, Dr. Yang, whether individuals with high uric acid can st...

Protruding eyes can cause pain during the night? Hello, Director Yang. I would like to ask for your advice. My father is 64 years old and has been suffering from thyroid disease for over ten years, which has been managed with medication, and his condition is stable. However, he h...

excuse me? How long should one refrain from eating before a full-body health check, and what is the cost? How much time will it take? I apologize, but I'm not sure which department to ask!

Thyroid nodule My mother has a thyroid nodule, and the doctor said it is benign. I would like to ask if it can become malignant. What dietary precautions should be taken to prevent it from becoming malignant? Can thyroid nodules be hereditary? Thank you, doctor.

Thyroid issues? I recently went to the hospital for an ultrasound examination and blood tests, both of which were normal. The thyroid gland showed no issues in the blood tests, but the doctor mentioned that my thyroid function is slightly elevated (is this hyperthyroidism?). He e...

Excessive sweating, especially when accompanied by a strong odor resembling uric acid, may indicate an underlying issue. It could be related to conditions such as hyperhidrosis, metabolic disorders, or even dietary factors. It is advisable to consult a healthcare professional for...

Recently, my sweating has been abnormal, and when I do sweat, it feels sticky? My mother has high blood pressure and experiences dizziness. Recently, she has noticed that her sweating is different than usual and feels stickier. Is this a symptom? Please help answer! Thank you!

Dark yellow urine In the past few days, my urine has been very yellow, almost the color of cola. I haven't consumed any colored beverages recently. Could this be a sign of an illness?

About fingernails? My nails split down the middle, almost like a crack, and while the flesh isn't visible, it hurts a lot when I wash things and they catch on something. Could this be due to a deficiency in certain nutrients? I have a history of thyroid issues, but I have al...

Vinegar crystal tablets I would like to ask the doctor, both my father-in-law and mother-in-law are diabetic patients. My father-in-law is nearly ninety years old and has had diabetes for over twenty years, while my mother-in-law has had diabetes for six to seven years. My father...

Thyroid function disorder surgery? Hello doctor, I recently found out that I have thyroid dysfunction issues. The doctor suggested surgery, but I am very concerned about scarring. I would like to ask the doctor, if I undergo surgery, how long might the scar be? Thank you.

Thyroid issues? I recently had a medical check-up, and the doctor told me that my thyroid gland is palpable in my throat. He mentioned that this could be the reason why I have difficulty gaining weight, as I have been underweight for many years despite eating a lot. I recently we...

Could it be narcolepsy? Hello Doctor: For the past year, I have been feeling extremely sleepy almost every day. I average about 10 hours of sleep per day and can take an additional 2-hour nap in the afternoon. If I only sleep for 7 or 8 hours in a day, I feel extremely fatigued a...

Adrenal hormones Hello. I have a deficiency in adrenal hormones, with normal test values ranging from 5 to 25, but mine is only 0.25. Therefore, my doctor prescribed a corticosteroid at a dosage of 0.25 mg once daily. However, I am experiencing side effects such as weight gain, i...