Dr. Zhang Yuanyi reply Neurosurgery Question

Suspected stroke or meningitis? My wife's sister visited a hospital in Taoyuan on December 21 due to a fever of 38.3 degrees Celsius, which later led to pneumonia and hospitalization. On December 27, she suddenly became weak and limp in her hospital bed. The attending physic...

Regarding the issue of hydrocephalus? A few days ago, I hit my head and, due to ongoing dizziness, I went to the hospital for a CT scan. Unexpectedly, it revealed hydrocephalus. Since I had surgery for an acoustic neuroma four years ago, the doctor asked me to show him the pre-op...

Post-operative treatment for cerebral hemorrhage? Hello doctor, we are truly helpless and don’t know what else we can do… My father has severe Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and hydrocephalus. In January, he experienced severe drowsiness, not eating or drinki...

Cervical spondylosis Hello Dr. Chang Yuan-yi! I would like to ask if I can apply for disability assessment or labor insurance sickness benefits for cervical spine disorders such as intervertebral disc herniation. I have experienced weakness in both hands, persistent neck pain, an...

Arm pain or tingling sensation? Hello, doctor. Recently, I participated in a health check-up, and after having my blood drawn, I occasionally experience a sharp pain in my wrist. I initially thought it was temporary, but after a week, I still feel intermittent sharp pain or a col...

Cerebral stroke The patient has hypertension and fell while bathing, hitting their head on the ground. Without immediate medical attention, could there be serious consequences for the brain? Please respond, thank you.

Regarding skull issues? For my 70-year-old mother, who underwent surgery for a ruptured cerebral aneurysm and had her skull removed, we are considering whether to use a titanium alloy cranial implant or to reattach the original skull bone (which has been preserved at low temperat...

Tension in the temples and cognitive impairment? I have been experiencing tightness in my temples for a long time, making it difficult for me to concentrate and remember things. I often forget things and my thought processes are slow. Sometimes, I become fixated on a problem and ...

Cerebral cavernous malformation (CCM) Hello, doctor. During other examinations, I unexpectedly discovered that I have cavernous hemangiomas in both the left and right hemispheres of my brain. I heard that these are located on the microvasculature. The one in the left hemisphere i...

Is 1 centimeter of hydrocephalus serious? Is surgery necessary? Hello Dr. Chang, My baby experienced an unexplained intracranial hemorrhage at 3 and a half months old (without any trauma or vigorous shaking). A CT scan was performed on the day of the hemorrhage, and the hospital...

Surgical intervention for cerebral hemorrhage? Hello, doctor: Is surgery always necessary for hemorrhage in the lateral ventricles and the fourth ventricle? Is the risk of surgery significant? Are there other methods for treatment?

Back pain Hello: I often experience severe pain in my back near the right sacral area, especially when I lower my neck or press on that area. I am unsure what the cause might be and what examinations I should undergo. Will health insurance cover this? I would appreciate your guid...

Soreness and numbness in the soles of the feet? Dear Doctor: My feet experience numbness followed by a burning sensation, then soreness, and finally pain whether I am sitting or standing. I have seen an orthopedic specialist, had X-rays of my spine which showed no issues, and tri...

Medical consultation Hello, Doctor: I would like to consult a specialist regarding the following questions: 1. What is ventricular hemorrhage? What is intracerebral hemorrhage? 2. If both ventricular hemorrhage and intracerebral hemorrhage are diagnosed simultaneously, what cou...

Finger joint pain may suggest carpal tunnel syndrome? Hello Doctor: Due to my profession, I have been typing for a long time, and about three years ago, I started experiencing pain in the finger joints. All ten fingers hurt, with the little finger being particularly severe. Durin...

excuse me? After experiencing intracranial hemorrhage, there are several important considerations to keep in mind during recovery. Since the injury occurred from a fall while riding a bike, and there was a reported hematoma of nearly 1 cm, likely a subdural hematoma, it is crucia...

Intracranial aneurysm I was diagnosed with an intracranial aneurysm and underwent embolization surgery a year ago. I have been on medication (Clopidogrel) for three months post-surgery, and my doctor informed me that I need to continue the medication for six months. I would like ...

Subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) refers to bleeding in the space between the brain and the tissues covering it, known as the subarachnoid space. This condition can occur due to various causes, including the rupture of an aneurysm, head trauma, or other vascular malformations? In the...

Surgical Methods for Hydrocephalus Hello Dr. Chang! My father is 70 years old and was previously paralyzed in bed due to a stroke. He currently has hydrocephalus (which existed before the stroke but was untreated due to the stroke) and is experiencing seizures. He is taking antic...

Lumbar vertebra burst fracture with spinal nerve injury? Hello Doctor: 1. I underwent lumbar spine surgery approximately ten years ago, during which I had a total of three to four surgeries. Recently, I have been experiencing lower back pain, leg numbness, and a burning sensati...