Understanding Brain Nerve Injuries: Recovery Time and Mental Impact
Head issues A 17-year-old was involved in a car accident that resulted in damage to a cranial nerve, and he is still experiencing altered consciousness after a month. It is uncertain which specific area was affected, but he is very active and even broke his hospital bed, which th...
Dr. Zhang Junwei reply Neurosurgery
Basically, if brain neurons are injured or die, they do not regenerate. Injuries to the frontal lobe can easily lead to memory loss and personality changes. It is advisable to bring a summary of the medical history along with a CT scan of the brain for a clearer discussion with t...[Read More] Understanding Brain Nerve Injuries: Recovery Time and Mental Impact
Understanding Hard Bumps on the Head: When to Seek Medical Advice
Head mass There are three bumps on the right side of my head that feel hard to the touch but aren't very painful. I discovered them during high school, and they've been there for quite a long time. I previously read online about something related to head irregularities,...
Dr. Zhang Junwei reply Neurosurgery
Hello: It's really difficult for me to determine where the so-called protrusion is and whether it is normal. I recommend that you schedule an appointment with a neurosurgery clinic for an examination![Read More] Understanding Hard Bumps on the Head: When to Seek Medical Advice
Post-Surgery Numbness and Pain in Finger: Understanding Nerve Issues
After the surgery, my finger has no sensation and feels numb? I have a tumor on the tip of my right index finger, which has been surgically removed. However, after the stitches were taken out, I have completely lost sensation in the fingertip, and it feels numb and painful when I...
Dr. Zhang Junwei reply Neurosurgery
Hello: Based on your description, it cannot be ruled out that there may be nerve damage. However, since the nerve in the index finger is very small, even if it is injured, there is not much that can be done. It is recommended to take vitamin B complex and reduce swelling, hoping ...[Read More] Post-Surgery Numbness and Pain in Finger: Understanding Nerve Issues
Understanding Recovery After Brain Surgery from a Motorcycle Accident
Surgery for head injury from a car accident? My brother, who is 21 years old, was in a car accident on June 18th. He was not wearing a helmet, which caused a blow to the right posterior part of his brain, resulting in bleeding. He was taken to the hospital and was awaiting surger...
Dr. Zhang Junwei reply Neurosurgery
Hello: It seems that although your brother was not unconscious before the surgery, the worsening of bleeding could still lead to him falling into a coma 2-3 hours later. Since the doctor said he is awake post-surgery, it indicates an improvement in his condition, but he may still...[Read More] Understanding Recovery After Brain Surgery from a Motorcycle Accident
Understanding Recovery Time After Brain Injury: A Family's Journey
A family member was in a car accident and suffered a brain hemorrhage. They have stopped using sedatives, but consciousness has not yet returned? Hello, doctor. My brother-in-law (32 years old) was in a car accident on July 18, which resulted in a head injury and bleeding in the ...
Dr. Zhang Junwei reply Neurosurgery
Hello: It appears that your brother-in-law was already in a comatose state prior to surgery, and due to delayed intracranial hemorrhage, he underwent two surgeries. This is a case of severe traumatic brain injury with intracranial bleeding. Our surgical intervention can only aim ...[Read More] Understanding Recovery Time After Brain Injury: A Family's Journey
Understanding Post-Surgery Symptoms After Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
Herniated disc Hello, Doctor: I just had surgery for a herniated disc two days ago, specifically at the L5-S1 level. This is my third surgery; the previous two were at the L4-L5 level. Before this surgery, my main symptoms were pain in the right buttock radiating down to the thig...
Dr. Zhang Junwei reply Neurosurgery
After lumbar disc surgery, not all symptoms will necessarily resolve immediately. This is because the surgery itself only removes the herniated disc that is compressing the nerve, without directly affecting the nerve itself. Therefore, if the nerve has been compressed for an exte...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Symptoms After Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
Exploring Treatment Options for Polio: Hope for Recovery and Clinical Trials
Polio (Poliomyelitis) Hello, I am a polio survivor with lower limb weakness. I would like to know if there is currently a complete cure available and if there are any opportunities for clinical trials. If so, I am very willing to participate. Thank you for your response!
Dr. Zhang Junwei reply Neurosurgery
Hello: So far, there is no effective treatment for lower limb weakness caused by poliomyelitis in children![Read More] Exploring Treatment Options for Polio: Hope for Recovery and Clinical Trials
Understanding Muscle Pain vs. Nerve Compression: A Patient's Journey
Is the alternating soreness throughout the body due to a muscle disorder or nerve compression? Hello, doctor. I would like to consult about my father, who is 64 years old. Symptoms: 1. Areas of soreness: upper back, outer upper arms, lower back, knee and thigh junction, inner ca...
Dr. Zhang Junwei reply Neurosurgery
Hello: Based on the symptoms you described, it is more likely to be a cervical spine issue. Since the MRI of the cervical spine has confirmed nerve compression, and the symptoms are consistent, as a neurosurgeon, I would also recommend surgery. It is possible that your father has...[Read More] Understanding Muscle Pain vs. Nerve Compression: A Patient's Journey
Understanding Hearing Loss After Brain Injury: Causes and Treatment Options
Hearing impairment caused by brain injury? Hello Dr. Chang, my father is 72 years old and suffered a left brain injury due to a fall. He has been discharged from the hospital, but he is experiencing hearing loss in his left ear. He describes that if the surrounding noise is a bit...
Dr. Zhang Junwei reply Neurosurgery
Hello Gloria: Head trauma can sometimes be associated with hearing loss. Please have a detailed examination by an otolaryngologist to ensure there are no injuries to the eardrum or other parts of the ear before reasonably suspecting that it is related to brain nerve damage. Howev...[Read More] Understanding Hearing Loss After Brain Injury: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding the Rigid State of Vegetative Patients: Causes and Treatments
The state of a vegetative patient with rigidity? Dear Dr. Chang, Two years ago, my father fell from the roof, resulting in a frontal lobe injury. After surgery, his consciousness improved (although his physical condition was poor, he kept complaining about stomach pain and wanti...
Dr. Zhang Junwei reply Neurosurgery
Hello Jay: Patients with severe brain injuries may experience spasticity due to damage to the brain and brainstem. Additionally, as you mentioned, hydrocephalus could also lead to this condition. In terms of treatment, it is generally important to first assess whether there are a...[Read More] Understanding the Rigid State of Vegetative Patients: Causes and Treatments
Chronic Back Pain: Navigating Treatment Options for Severe Nerve Injury
Severe back pain Hello Dr. Zhang: I have a friend who has been suffering from severe back pain due to a previous injury that resulted in fractured vertebrae. Fragments are lodged near the spinal cord or nerves, causing intermittent, intense pain that can last for hours, and in se...
Dr. Zhang Junwei reply Neurosurgery
Basically, if a nerve is truly injured, the treatment options, aside from surgical removal of foreign objects, primarily involve pain management. In addition to standard analgesics, one might consider opioids such as morphine, or consult a pain specialist for more effective pain ...[Read More] Chronic Back Pain: Navigating Treatment Options for Severe Nerve Injury