Dr. Ye Qianyu reply Family Medicine Question - Page 8

Weakness in the calf extending to the foot? Dear Dr. Yeh, My mother is 58 years old, 158 cm tall, and weighs 48 kg. She has had a long-standing issue with kyphosis and has undergone cardiovascular stenting. Her regular medication includes anticoagulants, and she drinks 150 cc of...

Bloating, nausea, and loss of appetite? The patient has been experiencing bloating, nausea, and loss of appetite for over two months. The symptoms appeared suddenly after staying up late, and there were no previous gastrointestinal issues. After seeing a doctor and undergoing an ...

It has been a week since the bee sting, and I still feel uncomfortable? Hello Doctor, I was stung by a wasp (I didn't see it clearly, but I'm sure it wasn't a bee) a week ago (on July 14) on the area just behind my left ear at the hairline. At that time, I received...

Urinalysis Hello Doctor, this year my health check report showed the first occurrence of leukocyte esterase ++. I found online that this could indicate a urinary tract infection, but I usually drink plenty of water, and I do not experience any discomfort when urinating, nor do I ...

Weight loss Hello doctor, I have lost five kilograms in the past month due to gastrointestinal issues. Recently, I visited an ENT clinic, and during an endoscopy, they found a bleeding mass. The clinic mentioned it could possibly be nasopharyngeal cancer. However, a biopsy at a l...

Wound issues after a car accident? Hello, Doctor: A few days ago, I had an accident and fell, resulting in a localized abrasion on my lower leg (about 2-3 cm). About half an hour later, I went to the pharmacy to purchase antiseptic products, and the next day I visited the hospita...

Increased bruising? About ten days ago, I had a car accident and developed a bruise about the size of two palms below my left knee, which was initially located on my calf. In the past few days, I've noticed that bruises have started to appear below my ankle as well, and the ...

General health examination issues for workers? Hello, due to work requirements, I need to undergo a general labor health examination. However, I currently have symptoms of a vaginal infection, and after seeing a doctor, I was prescribed a vaginal suppository. I am also continuous...

Rabies from cat scratches Hello doctor, I would like to ask if I get scratched by a stray cat while playing with it, and the cat shows no signs of rabies, with only a minor bleeding on the surface of the wound, do I need to receive rabies post-exposure prophylaxis in the urban ar...

Itching in the flesh? I have been waking up frequently in the morning due to itching, but I can't pinpoint the exact area that itches. Only when I pinch the skin deeply can I find some relief, but scratching the surface doesn't seem to help. What could be the issue?

How to improve an irregular circadian rhythm? I wake up every day around 3:00 to 3:30 AM and feel the urge to use the bathroom. I initially thought that drinking less water at night would help avoid this, but even on nights when I drink less, I still wake up at the same time, alt...

Olfactory issues About three days after being diagnosed with COVID-19, I started experiencing severe nasal congestion and difficulty breathing. I initially thought that the nasal congestion was the reason I couldn't smell or taste anything. I could distinguish between sweet,...

After receiving the Moderna vaccine Main symptoms: Since receiving the vaccine about three weeks ago, I have been experiencing a dry cough daily, typically occurring every one to two minutes with frequent episodes. Sometimes, I find myself taking deep breaths and exhaling forcefu...

The harm of maggots to the human body? Hello, doctor! As mentioned, I am currently a student and working part-time as a cleaner at school. Yesterday, when I lifted the lid of a trash can, a lot of small insects, likely fruit flies, flew out. I also discovered several maggots on t...

Issues Related to Common Medications for COVID-19 Recently, news reports have frequently mentioned that the Pharmacy Association recommends the public prepare "six essential medications." If someone is diagnosed with mild symptoms, are these medications (antihistamines,...

Blood pressure readings Hello Dr. Yeh, I have been measuring my blood pressure for the past six years, and it has been around 102/68 (I only measure it twice a year). Recently, in the past month, my readings have been approximately 129/68 and 123/78. Is this considered prehyperte...

Jaw pain (lymphatic issue?) Hello, Doctor: Recently, for the past two or three days, I have felt a hard lump on my chin. It feels slightly raised to the touch and is painful when pressed. There are no visible abnormalities on the skin's surface, and it is completely unnotice...

COVID-19 vaccine Doctor, I have mild thalassemia. After receiving the first dose of the AZ vaccine at the end of last year, I have had a persistent low-grade fever ranging from 37 to 38 degrees Celsius for almost three weeks. I also have some rashes on my body, which I believe I ...

Prolonged urination time and issues related to bladder size? Due to a long-standing habit of holding in urine since childhood, I only urinate twice a day, and my urination time is significantly longer than others. Recently, I heard that a urination time greater than one minute co...

Infection concerns? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you about a situation. In an old apartment, there are pigeons being raised upstairs, and the environment is not very good. Today, my family helped to change the water pipes and turned off the main water supply. When it was tu...