Dietary Guidelines and Follow-Up Care After Mild Brain Hemorrhage
Diet for Cerebral Hemorrhage Hello, I have a slight brain hemorrhage from a car accident. The doctor said to return for a follow-up in three months if I experience any discomfort. I would like to know if I need to go back for a check-up after three months if I have no discomfort....
Dr. Zhang Junwei reply Neurosurgery
No need to return, no special restrictions.[Read More] Dietary Guidelines and Follow-Up Care After Mild Brain Hemorrhage
Post-Car Accident: Decreased Appetite and When to Seek Medical Help
Car accident, decreased appetite? A couple of days ago, I was involved in a minor car accident where I was thrown forward. I instinctively protected my face and head with my hands, and my helmet did not come off. I was able to get up immediately without experiencing dizziness or ...
Dr. Zhang Junwei reply Neurosurgery
Neurosurgery or Gastroenterology outpatient clinic.[Read More] Post-Car Accident: Decreased Appetite and When to Seek Medical Help
Post-Surgery Sleepiness and Coordination Issues After Brain Tumor Removal
Post-operative drowsiness, refusal to eat or drink, and left-sided incoordination following brain tumor surgery? Hello Doctor, my younger brother is 23 years old. Before the surgery, he only exhibited symptoms of left eyelid ptosis and mild hearing impairment in the left ear. Thi...
Dr. Zhang Junwei reply Neurosurgery
It is recommended to continue monitoring, and it should gradually improve.[Read More] Post-Surgery Sleepiness and Coordination Issues After Brain Tumor Removal
Why Do My Legs Hurt When Lying Down? Tips for Better Sleep
When I lie down, my legs become sore, to the point that I can't sleep? Hello doctor, I would like to ask why my legs feel sore every time I lie down to sleep. The soreness is so intense that I can't fall asleep and it makes me very uncomfortable. I really want to sleep,...
Dr. Zhang Junwei reply Neurosurgery
The sensation of acidity may not always be a neurological issue; it could also be related to poor circulation. You may consider consulting a neurosurgeon or a vascular surgeon.[Read More] Why Do My Legs Hurt When Lying Down? Tips for Better Sleep
Understanding Head Injuries: Managing Symptoms After a Fall
Frequently bumping one's head for no apparent reason? Hello, I have a herniated disc (I haven't had surgery, but I can't bend for too long). Last year, I fell and hit my forehead on the ground. I was diagnosed with mild subarachnoid hemorrhage and was hospitalized....
Dr. Zhang Junwei reply Neurosurgery
Please schedule an appointment for a detailed examination in the neurosurgery outpatient clinic.[Read More] Understanding Head Injuries: Managing Symptoms After a Fall
Understanding Unexplained Head Swelling: Causes and Insights
Head issues Hello, doctor. Recently, I've noticed that my head has swollen for some reason. I haven't hit my head recently, and it doesn't hurt when I press on it, nor do I have any signs of a headache. What could be the cause?
Dr. Zhang Junwei reply Neurosurgery
Please schedule an appointment for a neurosurgery outpatient examination.[Read More] Understanding Unexplained Head Swelling: Causes and Insights
Should You Worry? Head Injury Symptoms in Teens After a Fall
The back of the head hit the floor? Hello Dr. Chang: My son turned 16 in September. Last night, he was playing with his brother in their room and was lying on a mattress on the floor. He didn't realize that his head extended beyond the mattress and hit the ground. This morni...
Dr. Zhang Junwei reply Neurosurgery
Observe first, and if there is severe and persistent vomiting, then schedule an outpatient appointment.[Read More] Should You Worry? Head Injury Symptoms in Teens After a Fall
Post-Surgery Complications After Intracranial Hemorrhage: What to Watch For
Post-operative complications after surgery for intracerebral hemorrhage? I apologize for bothering you, doctor. My father fell from a height last August and suffered fractures on both sides of his skull, along with intracranial hemorrhage. He underwent surgery and was discharged ...
Dr. Zhang Junwei reply Neurosurgery
If you have an itchy scalp, please see a dermatologist. There isn't much to be particularly concerned about; however, if you notice anything unusual or different about the patient, follow up with a neurosurgery clinic for monitoring.[Read More] Post-Surgery Complications After Intracranial Hemorrhage: What to Watch For
Post-Car Accident Head Pain: When to Seek Medical Attention?
After a car accident, there was a impact to the back of the head? I had a car accident in January where I sustained a severe impact to the back of my head. At that time, I only experienced slight dizziness and nausea, which didn't seem too serious, so I didn't seek medi...
Dr. Zhang Junwei reply Neurosurgery
If you're feeling very unwell, go see a doctor.[Read More] Post-Car Accident Head Pain: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Understanding the Lifespan and Risks of Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt Systems
Dr. Chang, does the ventricular-peritoneal shunt system have a lifespan or can it become damaged? Hello Dr. Chang, my mother is currently 57 years old. At the end of 2015, she underwent surgery for a cerebral hemorrhage at Linkou Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, where a cerebral ane...
Dr. Zhang Junwei reply Neurosurgery
Basically, the likelihood of damage to the ventricular-peritoneal shunt system is low, but there is a possibility of incorrect pressure or blockage. Please visit the neurosurgery outpatient clinic for a physician evaluation.[Read More] Understanding the Lifespan and Risks of Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt Systems
Is Catheterization Necessary for Pituitary Tumor Surgery?
Is it necessary to insert a urinary catheter for pituitary tumor surgery? Hello, doctor. I am preparing to undergo surgery for a pituitary tumor, and I've been reading articles from other patients. I noticed that some of them had to have a urinary catheter inserted, which ma...
Dr. Zhang Junwei reply Neurosurgery
1. Prolonged general anesthesia during surgery requires the insertion of a urinary catheter, which is unrelated to pituitary gland surgery. 2. Diabetes insipidus refers to the production of large volumes of urine in a short period of time.[Read More] Is Catheterization Necessary for Pituitary Tumor Surgery?
Can Vocal Cord Nerve Damage from Brain Hemorrhage Be Treated?
Vocal cord nerve damage caused by cerebral hemorrhage? Hello Doctor: My father had a brain hemorrhage on June 25. After intubation, the doctors said that the vocal cord nerve was injured, resulting in the vocal cords not being able to close and swelling. He is unable to breathe o...
Dr. Zhang Junwei reply Neurosurgery
If possible, please discuss more with your attending physician.[Read More] Can Vocal Cord Nerve Damage from Brain Hemorrhage Be Treated?
Understanding Mild Carotid Atherosclerosis: Causes, Symptoms, and Management
Mild carotid atherosclerosis Hello Dr. Chang, In the past three weeks, I have frequently felt a bit dizzy while eating, and I also experience occasional dizziness at other times, sometimes with a sensation of spinning. I have visited an otolaryngologist for dizziness tests and ...
Dr. Zhang Junwei reply Neurosurgery
This issue falls under the field of neurology.[Read More] Understanding Mild Carotid Atherosclerosis: Causes, Symptoms, and Management
Do You Need Hospitalization for Skull Tumor Surgery? Post-Op Care Tips
Is hospitalization required for surgery to remove a skull osteoma? Is there a risk of keloid formation with this type of surgery? Hello, my wife has had a hard lump on her scalp for many years. Last year, a neurosurgeon examined it and said it was a benign osteoma, recommending f...
Dr. Zhang Junwei reply Neurosurgery
Outpatient surgery can be performed, typically using local anesthesia or intravenous sedation, without the need for hospitalization. There is a possibility of developing keloids.[Read More] Do You Need Hospitalization for Skull Tumor Surgery? Post-Op Care Tips
Childhood Head Injury and Scarring: Managing Chronic Headaches
I had a head injury in childhood that left a scar, and now I frequently experience headaches? Hello, Dr. Zhang! I am from mainland China. When I was a child, I suffered a head injury that left a scar. Now I frequently experience headaches that radiate from the scar area towards t...
Dr. Zhang Junwei reply Neurosurgery
It is recommended to see a neurology outpatient clinic.[Read More] Childhood Head Injury and Scarring: Managing Chronic Headaches
Understanding Traumatic Brain Injury and Recovery After a Severe Accident
Hello Dr. Chang, my girlfriend was in a car accident and has intracranial hemorrhage? Hello Dr. Chang, my girlfriend was in a severe car accident on the night of May 12. The doctor diagnosed her with: 1. Head trauma with skull fracture and intracranial hemorrhage. 2. Facial contu...
Dr. Zhang Junwei reply Neurosurgery
A physician shall not administer treatment, prescribe medication, or issue a diagnosis certificate without personally examining the patient (in cases of complex conditions, without detailed medical history, it is not possible to provide answers).[Read More] Understanding Traumatic Brain Injury and Recovery After a Severe Accident
Understanding Herniated Discs: Symptoms, Treatment Options, and Surgery Insights
Herniated disc Hello, Doctor. On April 21 of last month, I was diagnosed with a herniated disc, specifically a herniation of the intervertebral disc between the fifth lumbar vertebra and the first sacral vertebra, with nerve compression (left-sided). I subsequently consulted four...
Dr. Zhang Junwei reply Neurosurgery
A physician must not administer treatment, prescribe medication, or issue a diagnosis certificate without conducting a personal examination (in cases of complex conditions, a detailed medical history is required).[Read More] Understanding Herniated Discs: Symptoms, Treatment Options, and Surgery Insights
Understanding Persistent Pain and Numbness in the Back of the Head
Head issues I often feel a tingling sensation in the back right side of my head, and at times it feels like a sharp pain, almost like an electric shock. Initially, it would only happen occasionally, but today it has been persistently painful for half the day. What could this be? ...
Dr. Zhang Junwei reply Neurosurgery
Please see a neurologist.[Read More] Understanding Persistent Pain and Numbness in the Back of the Head
Can Endoscopic Sympathetic Nerve Block Help Treat Facial Flushing?
Sympathetic nervous system facial flushing? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if endoscopic sympathetic nerve block can be used to treat the problem of facial flushing? Are there hospitals in Taiwan that perform this surgery specifically for facial flushing? Thank you!
Dr. Zhang Junwei reply Neurosurgery
I haven't heard of it.[Read More] Can Endoscopic Sympathetic Nerve Block Help Treat Facial Flushing?
Understanding MRI and X-Ray Safety for Young Children
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and X-ray? Hello Doctor: My child had two head X-rays due to a fall before turning one year old (spaced more than three months apart) and underwent an MRI when he was over one year old. My concern is that some doctors later mentioned that young ch...
Dr. Zhang Junwei reply Neurosurgery
There is no need for concern. Everything is within safe dosage limits.[Read More] Understanding MRI and X-Ray Safety for Young Children