What to Do If You Accidentally Eat Someone Else's Food?
If you have ingested someone else's saliva, it is advisable to consult a physician. Depending on the circumstances, the doctor may recommend tests for infectious diseases, such as HIV, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C, especially if there is a concern about potential exposure to...
Dr. Ye Qianyu Reply:
Hello! When exposed to saliva, the main risks are diseases transmitted through droplets and food or water contamination: 1. Airborne or droplet transmission: If infected, you may experience fever, so please monitor your temperature changes. Related diseases include: influenza, ...[Read More] What to Do If You Accidentally Eat Someone Else's Food?
Persistent Fever for a Week: Understanding Unexplained Symptoms
Persistent high fever for one week? I have been experiencing a high fever of about 38.3 degrees Celsius at night, accompanied by a headache, for the past 8 days. I do not have any other cold symptoms such as cough, runny nose, or sore throat. There is no abdominal pain, and only ...
Dr. Liao Yaopan Reply:
Hello, if you have a persistently elevated body temperature, it is advisable to investigate the underlying cause. It is recommended to consult an infectious disease specialist for evaluation to rule out the possibility of infection. Additionally, autoimmune diseases or tumors can...[Read More] Persistent Fever for a Week: Understanding Unexplained Symptoms
Understanding Back and Side Pain: Causes and Solutions
Back pain on both sides of the lower back? I have been experiencing pain in both sides of my lower back and back since the day before yesterday. My legs are also swollen, and the pain is so severe that I can't sleep. I'm also experiencing cold sweats.
Dr. Wu Zongying Reply:
Lower back pain is commonly associated with several conditions: 1. Inflammation of the renal and urinary systems: A urinary tract infection (UTI) may initially present with symptoms such as frequent urination, urgency, or discomfort during urination, resembling cystitis. If lef...[Read More] Understanding Back and Side Pain: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Persistent Low-Grade Fever and Throat Discomfort
Body temperature issues Hello Doctor, on April 21, I experienced mild throat irritation and phlegm, along with a slight fever starting after 5 PM (around 37 degrees Celsius). After a week without improvement, I visited a family medicine clinic on April 30. Since my father had a m...
Dr. Liao Yaopan Reply:
Hello, a body temperature of 37 degrees Celsius is still within the normal range. However, it is advisable to continue monitoring any changes in temperature. Additionally, the association between mycoplasma and gastroesophageal reflux disease is likely minimal. If you have sympto...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Low-Grade Fever and Throat Discomfort
Understanding COVID-19 Transmission Risks in Social Settings
Transmission potential of Wuhan pneumonia? Hello, doctor. Last week I had a bit of a cold and went to see an ENT specialist. I'm still taking medication. The doctor said my lungs sounded fine, but I sometimes have a sore throat along with phlegm and nasal discharge, so I was...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Miss Ning Ning: 1. The Wuhan pneumonia virus (COVID-19 virus) belongs to the second type of coronavirus (also known as β-coronavirus); it is an enveloped RNA virus with a large genome (26-32 kb) and is classified as a zoonotic virus. Currently, the primary transmission rout...[Read More] Understanding COVID-19 Transmission Risks in Social Settings
Understanding Post-Surgery Symptoms and Infection Risks in Elderly Care
Please consult a doctor for your questions? Hello, Dr. Hsiao. Last week, my grandfather had surgery for a liver tumor at Taipei Veterans General Hospital in Neihu. I occasionally help take care of him. After the surgery, he stayed in the intensive care unit for two days before be...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Ms. Hs: 1. The primary mode of transmission for COVID-19 is through direct contact with respiratory secretions or droplets containing the virus. The estimated incubation period is mostly between 1 to 14 days, with the most common duration being around 5 days. Clinical manif...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Symptoms and Infection Risks in Elderly Care
Understanding Nausea and Neck Pain: Possible Causes and Solutions
Pain in the submandibular area with nausea? Hello, since April 28, I have been experiencing a persistent feeling of nausea and slight dizziness (but I still have an appetite), along with sharp pain in the area of the uterus and ovaries. (It cannot be pregnancy as I have not had s...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Miss Anonymous: 1. Regarding your lower abdominal discomfort, in addition to considering issues related to the uterus and ovaries, it is also important to think about potential problems with the ureters, bladder, or lower gastrointestinal tract. Therefore, we generally cons...[Read More] Understanding Nausea and Neck Pain: Possible Causes and Solutions
Can I Take Antibiotics Before Wisdom Tooth Extraction While Using Eye Drops?
Medication Consultation Doctor, I am using 0.5% dorzolamide eye drops, methacholine sulfate and phenylephrine eye drops, and "Excelvision" antihistamine eye drops. Recently, I need to have my wisdom teeth extracted. Can I take antibiotics? Thank you, doctor.
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Ms. Z: 1. "Timolol Maleate Eye Drops 0.5%": The active ingredient is Timolol maleate 6.8 mg; it belongs to the class of beta-blockers. 2. "Neostigmine Methylsulfate Eye Drops": The active ingredient is Neostigmine Methylsulfate; Neostigmine temporari...[Read More] Can I Take Antibiotics Before Wisdom Tooth Extraction While Using Eye Drops?
Persistent Fever of 38°C for a Month: Seeking Answers Beyond Basic Tests
Persistent fever of 38 degrees Celsius for one month? I started having a fever in early April. The first emergency diagnosis was a urinary tract infection, but I didn't have any other discomfort aside from the fever. I was prescribed antibiotics and antipyretics, but the fev...
Dr. Liao Yaopan Reply:
Hello, you have been experiencing elevated body temperature for over a month, and it is indeed necessary to undergo further evaluation. It is recommended that you visit a large hospital's infectious disease department to assess whether there may still be non-infectious cause...[Read More] Persistent Fever of 38°C for a Month: Seeking Answers Beyond Basic Tests
Understanding Sleep Issues and Dizziness: When to Seek Medical Help
Excessive daytime sleepiness and sleep issues related to the head? Since this Monday, I have been experiencing a feeling of pressure in my head upon waking up, and I haven't been feeling very refreshed in the mornings. Additionally, I've had some ear pain. After seeing ...
Dr. Ye Qianyu Reply:
Hello! Based on your description, you have acute symptoms and changes after taking medication. Since we cannot assess your condition online, I recommend that you visit a medical facility for evaluation and treatment. Thank you for your inquiry, and I wish you a speedy recovery![Read More] Understanding Sleep Issues and Dizziness: When to Seek Medical Help
Understanding Low Lymphocyte Count: What It Means for Your Health
The lymphocyte count is very low? Hello, doctor. Last month, my health check report showed that my lymphocyte count is only 7. What does this value indicate? It seems extremely low; am I at risk of immediate health issues? (I'm quite anxious.) How should I proceed with furth...
Dr. Huang Xunying Reply:
Lymphocytosis may indicate an infection with a filtrating virus or tuberculosis; conversely, lymphopenia may suggest issues such as immunodeficiency diseases or aplastic anemia. It is common to also evaluate the "neutrophil count," which often serves as an indicator for...[Read More] Understanding Low Lymphocyte Count: What It Means for Your Health
Understanding Low Lymphocyte Count: What It Means for Your Health
The lymphocyte count is very low? Hello, doctor. Last month, my health check report showed that my lymphocyte count is only 7. What warning signs does this value indicate? It seems extremely low; am I at risk of immediate bodily changes? (I'm quite anxious.) How should I pro...
Dr. Huang Xunying Reply:
Lymphocytosis may indicate an infection with a filterable virus or tuberculosis; a decrease in lymphocytes could suggest immunodeficiency diseases, aplastic anemia, and other issues. It is common to also evaluate neutrophil counts, which can serve as indicators of immune resistan...[Read More] Understanding Low Lymphocyte Count: What It Means for Your Health
Understanding Jaw and Neck Swelling: Causes and When to Seek Help
Swelling and pain in the submandibular region? Hello, I have had swelling on the left and right sides of my neck near the jaw for a year, and in the last three weeks, the swelling on the right side has increased! It is not visible to the naked eye and can only be felt when presse...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Miss Anonymous: 1. There are many causes for neck masses. Considering your age and description, it is important to consider possibilities such as suppurative masses, lymphadenitis, tuberculous lymphadenitis, thyroiditis, goiter, lipoma, fibroma, sebaceous cyst, benign neur...[Read More] Understanding Jaw and Neck Swelling: Causes and When to Seek Help
Urgent Concerns: Managing Complications After Major Surgery in Elderly Patients
I would like to ask for your help? Hello Doctor: My father was involved in a serious car accident, which resulted in injuries to his left femur and thigh bone, leading to major surgery. At that time, medical technology was not very advanced, so he had an artificial plastic bone i...
Dr. Chen Bozhang Reply:
If there is a persistent elevated body temperature, it is recommended to consult an infectious disease specialist to determine if there is an infection issue.[Read More] Urgent Concerns: Managing Complications After Major Surgery in Elderly Patients
Understanding Left Lower Abdominal Pain: A Comprehensive Guide
Left lower abdominal pain? Hello, Doctor: About two months ago, I started experiencing intermittent dull pain in my left lower abdomen at night, which later became a constant pain. I also felt soreness in my left back. I have consulted several specialists: 1. Family Medicine - Th...
Dr. Hou Angting Reply:
Hello, Miss Barley. Given your current situation, it is advisable to wait for the culture report to come back and discuss it with your doctor for the best course of action. Additionally, if you frequently experience symptoms after menstruation, it is recommended to consult with a...[Read More] Understanding Left Lower Abdominal Pain: A Comprehensive Guide
Concerns About Wound Infection from Shellfish Exposure
Questions about wound infection? Hello Doctor, not long ago while I was rinsing my mouth with water, the faucet next to me was being used to clean a container that previously held live clams, and I had a sore in my mouth at the same time. I would like to ask the doctor: 1) Is the...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Mr. KEN: 1. Theoretically, any wounds on the skin or mucous membranes can be susceptible to Vibrio vulnificus; however, not everyone will develop an infection. Those at higher risk include patients with liver cirrhosis, hepatitis, diabetes, alcoholism, kidney disease, stero...[Read More] Concerns About Wound Infection from Shellfish Exposure
Unexplained Fever: A Comprehensive Approach to Diagnosis and Management
Persistent unexplained fever Since the beginning of this year, I have been experiencing frequent urination and urinary weakness. On March 9, I visited a urologist and was diagnosed with hematuria, with red blood cells >100, white blood cells 15, and hydronephrosis. I started t...
Dr. Liao Yaopan Reply:
Hello, may I ask if you are still experiencing a fever? Infection remains the most common cause of fever, and the treatment duration varies depending on the cause and location of the infection. If the fever persists, it is important to differentiate whether there are other underl...[Read More] Unexplained Fever: A Comprehensive Approach to Diagnosis and Management
Understanding Water Intoxication: Risks and Recovery Tips
Questions about water intoxication? Hello Doctor, I have been taking antibiotics recently, and my doctor advised me to drink plenty of water. I have also seen news about people developing esophageal ulcers due to not drinking enough water. As a result, I have been intentionally d...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
1. Water intoxication refers to an increase in body water relative to a decrease in ion concentration. Water intoxication leads to a decrease in the effective osmotic concentration of plasma but does not cause localized or widespread fluid accumulation in the body; thus, it diffe...[Read More] Understanding Water Intoxication: Risks and Recovery Tips
Understanding Dizziness, Sweating, and Neck Tension: When to Seek Help
Frequent dizziness, cold sweats, nausea, and tightness in the shoulders and neck? Hello doctor, I started experiencing dizziness, cold sweats, nausea, and tightness in my shoulders and neck in mid-April. I went to see a doctor, who said that my symptoms were due to a previous col...
Dr. Ye Qianyu Reply:
Hello! Based on your description, although you experience dizziness each time, the circumstances vary. There are many conditions that can cause dizziness, and it is merely a symptom. I recommend that you observe the frequency of your dizziness episodes: how often they occur and h...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness, Sweating, and Neck Tension: When to Seek Help
Understanding Lower Back Pain and Urinary Symptoms: A Family Medicine Perspective
Lumbar issues? Hello, Doctor. On August 3rd, I experienced two drops of blood in my urine. Earlier, I had soreness near my lumbar spine close to the hip area upon waking up. The family medicine doctor tapped my back, and there was no pain. I was prescribed Uroprin for urinary pai...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Mr. Brian591014: 1. The differential diagnosis for hematuria commonly includes urinary tract inflammation or injury, urinary stones, urinary tract infection, renal inflammation, tumors of the urinary system, and coagulopathy, among others. 2. As for the differential diag...[Read More] Understanding Lower Back Pain and Urinary Symptoms: A Family Medicine Perspective