Chest, Family Medicine FAQ - Page 15

Shoulder, neck, and chest issues? After a car accident, I initially didn't feel any symptoms and didn't get an X-ray at that time. During the accident, my shoulder and face hit the ground, and the doctor at the hospital only gave me a tetanus shot and disinfected my fac...

Persistent cough and chest tightness after a cold? At first, I experienced a sensation of my throat being constricted and chest tightness, sometimes feeling like I couldn't get enough air. After taking medication for a while without improvement, I was initially told it was p...

I don't know what the problem is? Hello doctor, for the past two months, I have been experiencing frequent discomfort in my stomach (sometimes it's painful, but other times it's just uncomfortable). Recently, I've also been having pain in my left chest. A whil...

Inquiry about concerns regarding HIV/AIDS? I started staying up late in 2018, often sleeping after 3 AM. From late February to the end of April 2018, I had unprotected sexual intercourse. Starting in August, I experienced a sore throat, tongue ulcers, and blood in my sputum. I to...

Insomnia and chest tightness? Hello Doctor, I started experiencing chest tightness around July 20th (feeling like my chest is constricted or that I can't catch my breath, often needing to take deep breaths or concentrate on inhaling) and frequent shallow sleep with vivid dre...

Whole body is constantly twitching? Hello, doctor. I often experience muscle twitching throughout my body, including my thighs, calves, arms, back, and face. This frequent twitching makes me feel quite anxious. I wonder if it is related to sitting in an office for long periods. M...

I'm not sure which specialty to see? Recently, around four or five in the afternoon, I've been experiencing some soreness on both sides below the rib cage (in the front of the body) and in the left lower back (in the back of the body). The discomfort is localized and do...

Chest pain issues? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about experiencing dizziness and a burning pain in the chest accompanied by heavy and sore arms during masturbation before reaching orgasm. Although these symptoms only last for a few minutes and subside after stopping and rest...

Chest pain Hello doctor, I have been experiencing pain in the center of my chest recently. This pain intensifies when I turn my body to the right or when I arch my chest forward with force. What could be the issue, and do I need to undergo any examinations?

Which specialty should I see? Hello doctor, I noticed two swollen veins on the inner sides of both my feet yesterday, and they are painful when pressed. A few days ago, a prominent vein appeared on the top of my left foot (extending to my left big toe), which sometimes feels numb...

If you are experiencing pain in the upper left back and sharp pain in the left chest, it is advisable to consult a healthcare professional. You may want to see a primary care physician or a specialist such as a cardiologist or an orthopedic doctor, depending on the nature and sev...

Experiencing pain while eating? I have been experiencing some pain while eating recently, but there is no burning sensation. Drinking water does not cause any pain. Could this be related to my esophagus, doctor?

Throat constriction cough issue? Hello Doctor: I am 38 years old, a non-smoker and non-drinker. Recently, I have been experiencing occasional mild coughing, with the sensation originating in my throat near the neck and the inward concave area of the larynx. It feels like there is...

Hair loss and hair abnormalities? Hello, doctor. I've been experiencing increased hair loss over the past year, sometimes losing around 50 to 60 strands during a single shampoo. The hairline on the top of my head seems to be becoming more pronounced. Conversely, I've no...

Pain in the neck and chest after swallowing? Hello doctor, a few weeks before my symptoms started, I spent most of my time at home, hardly exercising, and usually ate one meal a day, sometimes two. Later, a friend invited me to work in the housekeeping department of a hotel. At f...

Which specialty should I see? Hello doctor, I am a 21-year-old female. Recently, I have been experiencing pain in the center of my chest and below my left breast, as well as pain in my upper back near the shoulder blades. My hands feel numb at times, and I occasionally notice my ...

Many physical ailments? Hello Dr. Hsiao, I have been experiencing many bothersome symptoms in my body, and I have been unable to find relief due to the unknown causes. It started seven years ago with discomfort in my lumbar spine, which later progressed to swelling in both legs...

Recurrent unexplained fever Hello, Dr. Liao. My mother is 64 years old. Initially, she often felt fatigued and would become short of breath when climbing stairs, but she was fine walking on flat ground (even for 1-2 kilometers). Initially, the local clinic suspected a heart issue...

Unexplained dizziness? I would like to ask the doctor, I have been experiencing dizziness for over two years, with symptoms including left flank pain, a heavy sensation in the back of my head, dizziness that feels like I'm moving up and down in an elevator, occasional throbb...

Fainting three times and experiencing angina is not normal? Hello, doctor. I have fainted three times, and I suspect the reasons are as follows. The first time, I had a sandwich for breakfast, and while standing on the bus to school, I suddenly felt bloated, had abdominal pain, b...