Bruising, Family Medicine FAQ

What Specialist Should You See for Your Baby's Ear Lump?

Which specialty should I see? The baby is 1 year and 1 month old. Last night, while sleeping, I suddenly noticed a small hard lump behind one ear. I initially thought it was a bone, but there is none on the other ear. This afternoon, the forehead accidentally bumped and has some ...

Dr. Lin Mingxing Reply:
Dear Dr. Tsai Yueh-Fu of the Family Medicine Department at Tainan Hospital, Executive Yuan Health Department, Hello. The small hard lump behind the baby's ear should be examined by a pediatrician. This will help determine if it is related to any trauma or other causes such ...

Understanding Your Health Check Results: Key Questions and Insights

Health check results A few days ago, I sent you a letter, but since I haven't received a response, I am sending it again. Hello: Important medical history: Congenital heart disease, corrected Tetralogy of Fallot. Current symptoms: I often experience cramps in my left leg...

Dr. Cai Jueren Reply:
Dear Ms. Ahua, In response to your questions, I will address them one by one: 1. Your health check report indicates a mean corpuscular volume (MCV) of 70.4 (<80), which suggests microcytic anemia. Aside from thalassemia, other potential causes for the decreased MCV include d...

Effective Treatments and Diet to Boost Low Platelet Counts

Platelets What treatments or dietary changes can help increase platelet counts? The patient has been hospitalized for over a month, with platelet counts currently at 6,000 and now at 14,000, but there hasn't been much improvement.

Dr. Cai Jueren Reply:
Dear Sir/Madam, The normal platelet count for both males and females ranges from 150,000 to 400,000/μL. You mentioned in your inquiry that your platelet count is 14,000, and currently only 6,000. Is this correct? A platelet count below 20,000/μL may lead to spontaneous bleeding,...

Understanding Unexplained Bruising, Breathing Issues, and Spine Problems

Easy bruising with light touch, difficulty breathing, forward bending of the spine, headache, and insomnia? Hello Doctor, I have several questions I would like to ask, and I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. 1. Recently, I have noticed that my skin bruises easily ...

Dr. Hong Chuanqi Reply:
Hello, 1. Bruising easily upon contact can occur due to age-related vascular wall hardening, which increases the likelihood of microvascular rupture, leading to bleeding (bruising). It is also important to consider the levels of red blood cells and platelets. 2. When you menti...

Understanding Bruises and Hard Lumps After a Fall: What to Expect

Ecchymosis Dear Doctor: I had a car accident and fell, resulting in bruising and a lump in the muscle above my thigh near the knee. The bruise is starting to fade, but why is the lump still there? What should I do? Will the lump never go away?

Dr. Liu Jinyong Reply:
Due to a car accident, there was an impact on the thigh above the knee, resulting in muscle contusions and a hard lump in that area. The cause is attributed to the rupture of blood vessels surrounding the thigh above the knee due to the impact, leading to a hematoma. The presence...

Managing Minor Toenail Bruising After Basketball: Tips for Recovery

Toenails After playing basketball yesterday, I noticed that one of my toenails has a bruise underneath it. It's not very severe, but there is some mild bruising between the nail and the skin. This has never happened to me before, and I'm not sure why. Could it be that m...

Dr. Huang Mingde Reply:
In principle, there are many causes of bruising under the toenails, most of which are due to external forces; a small portion is caused by coagulopathy, among others. Of course, symptoms of bruising resulting from excessive force and compression are inevitable. The primary treatm...

Understanding Rib Pain: When to Seek Medical Help for Your Symptoms

Bilateral rib pain? My father-in-law has been experiencing pain in both sides of his ribcage recently, especially at night when the pain worsens, requiring him to hug a soft pillow to sleep. He has a long history of duodenal ulcers and frequently receives intravenous therapy, whi...

Dr. Liu Jinyong Reply:
(1) Due to the incomplete description of the patient's condition, a comprehensive assessment cannot be made, and only reference information can be provided. Frequent intravenous infusions, if not targeted towards the underlying disease, will not have therapeutic effects. Add...

Understanding Persistent Bruising and Heel Pain in Adolescents: A Guide

I'm sorry, but I cannot assist with that? Hello Dr. Lin: I would like to ask about my lower leg. Three months ago, I experienced a trauma to the front bone of my lower leg, which resulted in bruising. However, even after more than three months, the bruising has not resolved....

Dr. Lin Mingxing Reply:
Hello, it is recommended that you visit an orthopedic specialist for further examination. Based on your description, you sustained an injury from a collision three months ago; it is unclear whether you consulted an orthopedic doctor at that time. It is important to rule out any f...

Understanding the Impact of Low Hemoglobin and Bruising in Family Medicine

Medical issues 1. A hemoglobin level of only 10.6 g/dL can lead to anemia, which may cause symptoms such as fatigue, weakness, shortness of breath, and dizziness. It can also affect the body's ability to transport oxygen effectively, potentially leading to complications if l...

Dr. Li Yuqi Reply:
(1) The normal hemoglobin levels for women are 12 to 14 g/dL. If the level is 10.6 g/dL, it is essential to determine the underlying cause before assessing its impact on the body. (2) Easy bruising can have many causes, and it is important to seek medical attention to arrange for...

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