Chest, Family Medicine FAQ - Page 18

Chest pain issues? Hello doctor, I have been experiencing chest pain and back pain for the past two months. The pain is located in the central chest area, slightly to the left, and near the upper left back. The chest pain is described as dull and oppressive. 1. I visited a majo...

Insomnia and right chest pain? I have been experiencing insomnia for the past two months. Even though I feel very tired, I just can't fall asleep. I often go to bed around 1 AM and don't fall asleep until around 3 or 4 AM, and sometimes I just lie there until dawn. I on...

Chest pain, shortness of breath when going up and down stairs, and throat pain? I have been experiencing pain for the past six months, feeling like I can't catch my breath. The pain is located in the chest, from the middle to the right side (not near the heart), and my throa...

Back pain I have been experiencing pain in the left upper back for the past few months. I previously underwent testing for ankylosing spondylitis, but the doctor said it was negative. I have a long-standing history of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) for which I am continuo...

Dizziness with mild nausea? Doctor, for the past two nights, I sometimes feel like I'm not breathing while sleeping, and I experience a bit of chest tightness. It's like a sudden feeling of emptiness below my chest that wakes me up, and I wake up easily. I also have to ...

Having many health issues can make it difficult to know what to do? Hello Doctor, I have symptoms of mitral valve prolapse, gastroesophageal reflux disease, being a carrier of thalassemia, and headaches. I have previously undergone surgery for bilateral tonsillectomy and a liposa...

Chest tightness issue? Hello Doctor, I am a 22-year-old female. Last November, I contracted enterovirus, and my usual symptoms were diarrhea and cold-like symptoms. However, one night I suddenly felt unwell, experiencing chest tightness and a sensation that I could only breathe d...

Frequent headaches, elevated blood pressure, and vomiting? I often experience headaches, elevated blood pressure, and vomiting. What could be the cause? My headaches are sometimes so severe that I have to go to the emergency room (my blood pressure spikes to 180-184 during these ...

Family medicine issues? I am a student preparing for exams, and recently I've been experiencing a feeling of tightness in my chest, as if I'm not getting enough air. My throat feels constricted, and sometimes my left elbow feels sore. I also have a strange sensation in ...

What tests should be performed? Hello, doctor. I am 165 cm tall and weigh 129 kg (I was nearly 150 kg before and have lost weight for about 2 months). I am taking antihypertensive and antidiabetic medications: Shumai Kang enteric-coated tablets 5/20 mg (1 tablet), Tenormin 100 mg...

Which department should I consult? Hello, doctor. I have multiple and varied health issues, and I'm unsure what to pay attention to or which specialty to consult. 1. I frequently get mouth ulcers that take a long time to heal, sometimes occurring in two or three places at ...

Experiencing tinnitus, nausea, and seeing stars while hiking? Hello, doctor. I am aware that my cardiopulmonary function is not good (I have a history of childhood asthma). I occasionally ride a bicycle and play table tennis for exercise, and I have also engaged in jogging, reach...

Which specialty should I see? I have a history of asthma and have never experienced allergic reactions before, but recently I have been having symptoms similar to acute urticaria and swelling in my mouth. I'm not sure if it's due to the increased pollen in spring or bec...

Palpitations after masturbation? Hello doctor, I engaged in masturbation last week, and the next day I experienced palpitations. Since then, I have still been feeling a bit of chest discomfort. This has happened before, but it usually resolved in a few days. Although I have a hab...

Which department should I see? Hello, a week ago, I experienced sharp chest pain while breathing, which caused me a brief moment of anxiety about breathing—something I have never experienced before. It was just that one time, and it hasn't happened again. Over the past few d...

A cold that has not resolved after a month may indicate the presence of a thyroid cyst? Hello, I would like to inquire about which specialty I should consult for a diagnosis based on my current medical history. I have a slight history of nasal allergies, and in mid-May, I often f...

Which department should I see? Hello, doctor. My mother is 72 years old and has been experiencing symptoms such as chest tightness, shortness of breath, palpitations, and dizziness over the past few months. These symptoms become more pronounced, especially when walking a short di...

Sedation issues I have recently experienced the following symptoms: 1. Occasional pain in the left flank. 2. Sometimes I feel a sensation of tightness in my throat, making it difficult to breathe, along with chest discomfort. 3. Frequent soreness in my left arm (especially notice...

Chest tightness, hand numbness, and gastrointestinal discomfort? Hello, doctor. Recently, I have been experiencing chest tightness accompanied by numbness and weakness in my arms (often the left arm), gastrointestinal discomfort (diarrhea), and a sensation of something stuck in m...

Pain points are not always definitive? Hello doctor, I have been experiencing symptoms for over six months. Initially, I had unexplained pain in my left chest, and one time while sleeping, I suddenly had severe pain in my left rib cage and fainted for a moment. After that, I freq...