Dr. Ye Boshou reply Neurology Question - Page 4

Suspected Myasthenia Gravis Hello, Director Yeh. My father is experiencing paralysis in his limbs, along with redness, swelling, heat, and pain, which have led to muscle atrophy. He is currently having difficulty walking. I would like to know if your hospital offers consultations...

Numbness in the left foot? Hello, in January of this year, I was unable to walk after lifting heavy objects. After receiving therapy from a physical therapist, my symptoms improved significantly. However, I later developed intermittent numbness in my left foot, which occurs only ...

Stroke caused by surgery for stage III colorectal cancer? A 66-year-old male with stage III colon cancer experienced a stroke following surgery. Is it appropriate to administer thrombolytic therapy within the golden hour? The hospital physician mentioned that it could cause signi...

Hello, Dr. Yeh! Dear Dr. Yeh: One night, my mother, my younger brother, and I went out for a run. My brother, who is in sixth grade, was riding his bicycle behind us. While my mother and I were exercising, my brother suddenly told me, "My left hand is cramping and it feels u...

Carpal tunnel syndrome For carpal tunnel syndrome, if surgery is required, do you need to schedule a separate appointment, or can you have the surgery directly during a clinic visit?

Please ask your question? Hello, Doctor: 1. I would like to ask about a sensation of pressure on both sides of the sole of my right foot when I first get up in the morning. This feeling is particularly noticeable when I start walking after getting out of bed, and it has been oc...

Please ask your question? Hello: I previously inquired about a tight sensation from my left cheek to my temple (the area near my nose does not feel this way). This condition has persisted for quite some time, approximately 8 to 9 months now. Recently, in the last three or four da...

Numbness and pain in the big toe and lower back discomfort? Hello, I work as an operator who stands and walks for long periods, with a 12-hour shift and less than 1.5 hours of sitting time. Six months ago, I experienced sharp pain in my lower back and sought treatment in the reha...

excuse me? Hello, yesterday I bumped the upper part of my right ear against a wall. At the moment, I felt a bit dizzy, but after resting, I felt fine. Today, whenever I touch the area where I hit, I experience some pain, but I can't tell if there is any swelling since it was...

Suspected autonomic nervous system dysfunction? Today, I visited the neurology department at the second outpatient clinic on Xinyi Road in Taipei City. The doctor prescribed three medications and referred me to Renai Hospital for an EEG (electroencephalogram) test. The EEG is sch...

Facial nerve disorder Hello Dr. Yeh, I would like to ask why when I rinse my mouth, water flows out and I feel like I can't close my mouth. The left corner of my mouth feels numb, and it just feels strange. I haven't hit my head. What could be the reason for this?

Left groin pain? I would like to consult a physician. Initially, I experienced pain in my left groin when stepping down with my left foot while walking up the stairs. Over time, I developed a limp while walking. Recently, I visited a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner who ...

Neck pain The sudden onset of discomfort at work, accompanied by nausea, tinnitus, and subsequent headaches the following day, along with neck pain and a sensation of pressure after standing for extended periods (which alleviates when lying down), suggests a possible cervical str...

Shoulder, neck, and upper arm pain? Hello, Dr. Yeh. I often experience soreness and pain in my left shoulder and upper arm, and I also feel a bit of numbness if I hold my left arm in one position for too long. I'm unsure about what this situation might indicate. I have a 2-y...

Intermittent headaches I have been experiencing frequent headaches since middle school. Whenever the weather is too hot or too cold, or when my body feels unwell to a certain extent, I get headaches. When the pain occurs, I take acetaminophen; otherwise, the headache can last for...

Could you please clarify the issue of experiencing headaches after taking medication? Dear Dr. Yeh, I would like to inquire about my mother, who visited your clinic last week for an Alzheimer's disease evaluation. Her condition is stable, and you prescribed her a medication...

Tongue cramp Hello Doctor: I occasionally experience cramps in the back of my tongue. It starts with a sharp, stabbing pain, followed by pain when swallowing, and then the pain intensifies. Each episode lasts about thirty seconds, but they occur repeatedly every two to three minu...

Numbness in the limbs and face? Initially, there was severe bloating and irregular bowel movements, with increased frequency. About two months later, there was numbness in both legs, itching on the soles of the feet, like being bitten by ants. Subsequently, both legs became numb ...

The front part of the head hit the wall? Hello, doctor! Two days ago, I accidentally fell down the stairs and hit my head. I bled a lot but did not lose consciousness and was aware of my surroundings. However, my forehead started to swell and has continued to swell down to the br...

Ear bone pain Recently, I have been experiencing severe pain in my right ear that radiates to my right cheek and throat. This has been going on for about a week. I have applied Mentholatum ointment for inflammation, which has slightly alleviated the pain, but I still feel persist...