Diabetes, Family Medicine FAQ - Page 10

Sudden significant weight loss? Hello Dr. Wu: My husband is 175 cm tall and originally weighed around 96-97 kg. Since the end of August this year, his weight has started to decrease. After I was diagnosed with gestational diabetes in September, he began to control his diet as wel...

Which department should I consult? Hello, my mother (approximately 63 years old) has recently experienced shoulder pain (mainly in the left shoulder) along with stomach pain. The pain extends to her back and appeared suddenly without any warning. She usually commutes by bicycle, ...

Poor wound healing after surgery in diabetic patients, persistent fever, and the use of antibiotics? Hello, my mother has diabetes and recently underwent her fourth spinal surgery. The wound is healing very slowly; it has been one and a half months post-surgery and is still not h...

Weight loss I have been experiencing significant mental stress for over a month, worrying constantly. In the last two weeks, I have started to feel fatigued and have the impression that I am not getting enough sleep. Surprisingly, I have lost 7 kg in this month. What could be the...

Continuous weight loss? When I entered my department as a freshman, I weighed about 85 kg and was 176 cm tall, with a relatively robust build. Since I was interested in basketball, I joined the department's basketball team, which involved a significant amount of training—abo...

【Inquiry】My grandmother is experiencing numbness and pain in the tips of her fingers? My grandmother is 70 years old and has symptoms of diabetes and hypertension. During the Lunar New Year this year, she mentioned that she burned her finger while cooking. Since then, she frequen...

26-Year-Old Health Checkup As a 26-year-old looking to undergo a health check-up while working in the decoration industry, and considering your lifestyle factors such as not drinking alcohol, not smoking, and not chewing betel nut, but being frequently exposed to secondhand smoke...

I would like to ask questions regarding diabetes? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask if diabetes can cause shoulder and neck pain? My father is in his 80s, and during winter he doesn't feel cold, often wearing shorts and short-sleeved shirts, and sometimes he even feels hot. ...

Diabetic Diet Hello, I would like to ask about a recently diagnosed patient with type 2 diabetes. Is it appropriate for them to have Quaker 10 Grain Cereal with two types of green vegetables for breakfast every day? Or would it be suitable to replace it with Quaker Whole Grain Ce...

Intermittent pain Hello Doctor, I apologize for the lengthy message and hope you can read it patiently: I am 160 cm tall and weigh 45 kg. There is no family history of cancer, but there is a history of diabetes. My health check in April 2015 showed no abnormalities. However, I ha...

High cholesterol During enrollment, blood tests are conducted for health checks, but I'm not sure if every school and hospital uses similar standards for evaluation. In my first year of high school, my total cholesterol was over 300, but my blood glucose, urine, and other va...

Physical examination (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood glucose) Hello Doctor, my father has always been in good health and is 65 years old this year. However, during a recent health check-up: 1. His blood pressure is 175/91 mmHg. Does this indicate hypertension? 2. His choleste...

If you have high cholesterol, you should see a cardiologist or a primary care physician? Hello Doctor, I have been vegetarian since childhood and I don't exercise much. My height is 164 cm and my weight is 48 kg. My family has a history of diabetes and heart-related issues. ...

Abnormal numbness in the legs? Recently, I've been experiencing frequent leg numbness, but it usually resolves quickly. However, this morning when I got up, my right leg was so numb that I couldn't stand; I couldn't control my leg, and it felt completely weak and n...

Hypertension, blurred vision, dizziness? Hello Doctor: My father is 62 years old and has hypertension. He has been on medication for a month, but his blood pressure remains around 170, compared to 180-200 last month. He will return to the doctor next week for medication adjustmen...

Diabetes management medications Hello, my father has had type 2 diabetes for about 20 years. Currently, he follows a low-oil diet and does not drink sugary beverages. His meals consist of 1 serving of rice, 1 serving of meat, and 2 servings of vegetables. However, due to work, he...

Which specialty should I consult? Hello Doctor: Regarding the question I raised on May 11 about "heat in the soles of the feet" (original text at the bottom), you suggested that my father consult his original oncologist for a detailed examination. However, we have alrea...

Experiencing a sensation of heat in the soles of the feet while sleeping? Hello Doctor: My father is 69 years old. Recently, he has been experiencing a sensation of heat in the soles of his feet while sleeping (both during naps and at night), which is quite uncomfortable and affe...

Painful tingling in the toes? Hello Doctor: Recently, I've been experiencing some issues with my feet. There is a slight tingling sensation in my toes, and my calves feel swollen. Additionally, I occasionally have a feeling of poor blood circulation in my thighs, but these s...

Male menopause What are the symptoms of male menopause, how can it be managed or treated, and which medical specialty should be consulted?