Seeking Alternatives for Neuropathy Treatment: Where to Find Alepam?
Medication Inquiry My mother has residual symptoms from neuropathy: numbness, tingling, and pain in her extremities. She has been suffering from this condition for ten years and I would like to inquire about some medication information. Alepam 15 mg (Oxazepam 15 mg) is the medica...
Dr. Zheng Zhiwen reply Neurology
Dear Ms. Luo, Currently, our hospital does not have the medication "Alepam." I am not sure which other hospitals may have it. However, there are alternative medications available for neuropathy. It is recommended to combine treatment with rehabilitation (physical thera...[Read More] Seeking Alternatives for Neuropathy Treatment: Where to Find Alepam?
Sudden Dizziness and Balance Issues: When to Seek a Second Opinion
Sudden dizziness and unsteady gait? Hello, my mother suddenly experienced dizziness and imbalance while walking on the night of April 6th, and she went to the emergency room. The doctor said that her blood tests were normal and administered an anti-dizziness medication through an...
Dr. Zheng Zhiwen reply Neurology
Hello, dizziness can be caused by issues related to the inner ear balance or the brain. It is recommended to visit an otolaryngology or neurology clinic for relevant examinations to determine the exact problem. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Liu Chia-Chen, Attendin...[Read More] Sudden Dizziness and Balance Issues: When to Seek a Second Opinion
Understanding Arm Tightness and Numbness After Shingles
The upper arm feels very tight? Hello doctor, my father had shingles five years ago. Five years later, he started experiencing numbness in his right hand, which then spread to his right upper arm and right back. It feels very tight and numb, similar to the tightness he experience...
Dr. Zheng Zhiwen reply Neurology
Hello: If the issue is limited to areas where herpes has occurred, it may be a neurological sequela, and symptomatic treatment might be considered. Wishing you peace and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Chih-Wen, Attending Physician, Department of Neurology, Taoyuan General Hospital,...[Read More] Understanding Arm Tightness and Numbness After Shingles
Understanding Fatigue and Sleepiness in Dementia Patients
Elderly individuals with dementia may experience fatigue and excessive sleepiness? My father has had dementia for many years and is continuously taking medication. In the past six months, he has experienced increasing fatigue and excessive sleepiness, appearing lethargic througho...
Dr. Zheng Zhiwen reply Neurology
Hello: There is too little information available to determine the nature of the problem. Many elderly individuals are becoming increasingly frail, which may be due to inadequate nutrition or some infections. It is recommended to visit a general internist for further evaluation. W...[Read More] Understanding Fatigue and Sleepiness in Dementia Patients
Understanding Neurological Symptoms After a Back Injury: What You Need to Know
After a back injury, it can lead to abnormal neurological sensations? Hello Doctor: I am currently undergoing rehabilitation for a back injury, but this injury has also caused me to experience taste abnormalities. After visiting an otolaryngologist, the doctor diagnosed me with &...
Dr. Zheng Zhiwen reply Neurology
Dear Hui, Hello. If the lower half of the body has reduced sensitivity and there is a history of lumbar spine injury, it is possible that there is damage to the lumbar nerves. A detailed examination of the symptoms may require a clinic visit or further testing for confirmation....[Read More] Understanding Neurological Symptoms After a Back Injury: What You Need to Know
Persistent Lymph Node Swelling and Jaw Tremors: Seeking Medical Advice
Lymphadenopathy! Pain on the left side of the face, and the chin is constantly shaking! My mother had lymph nodes swell near her salivary glands last year, and she underwent surgery to remove the lymphatic tissue. After examination by the doctor, it was determined to be benign. H...
Dr. Zheng Zhiwen reply Neurology
Hello, if there are involuntary tremors and no obvious cause is found upon examination, it may be due to dystonia, which can only be managed with medication. Wishing you peace and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Chih-Wen, Attending Physician, Department of Neurology, Taoyuan General...[Read More] Persistent Lymph Node Swelling and Jaw Tremors: Seeking Medical Advice
Understanding Finger Numbness: Is It Just Exam Stress?
Numbness in the fingers? Hello Dr. Cheng, I have been participating in exams recently, and after a whole day of writing, I noticed that my right thumb feels numb when I press on it. I thought it would get better in a few days, but when I took a shower a few days later, I experien...
Dr. Zheng Zhiwen reply Neurology
Dear Xiao Qiao, Hello, excessive use of your hands and feet for a certain activity can lead to temporary nerve numbness; however, it usually improves with some rest. If there is no improvement after a month, it may indicate peripheral nerve damage, and you should seek medical ev...[Read More] Understanding Finger Numbness: Is It Just Exam Stress?