Diet, Family Medicine FAQ - Page 21

Absorption is too good..? Hello... I would like to ask, I usually take four to five days to have a bowel movement after eating! I typically eat lunch boxes or just vegetables, and my diet is not much different from what others eat. However, it takes a long time for me to pass sto...

Is the "casein" added to "Fujita calcium" equivalent to melamine? Hello: Our family purchased a bottle of liquid calcium recommended by the pharmacy to supplement calcium... it's called "Fujita Calcium," which contains "casein" as an a...

Inquiry about health check-up concerns? Hello Dr. Tsai, I have a few questions regarding my health check report: 1. My total red blood cell count is low (RBC=3.73, HCT=35.8, MCH=32.2, MONO%=8.7, EO%=4.4). 2. My granulocyte count is elevated (PDW=9.9). 3. My total cholestero...

Deep sea fish oil Hello Dr. Wang: Recently, there have been news reports about deep-sea fish and the mercury issue, so I’m wondering if I should avoid taking deep-sea fish oil every day since I have a habit of consuming it.

Leukopenia Hello Doctor: I recently had a physical examination; the results showed a fasting blood glucose level of 109, liver function tests with GOT at 35 and GPT at 51, no Hepatitis B or C, urine with 1+ occult blood, and a white blood cell count of 3.8, which is below the nor...

I would like to inquire about the benefits of probiotics and oligosaccharides? Since I developed allergies after giving birth to my second child, I've heard that having an allergic constitution means a weak immune system, which often leads to nasal congestion, coughing, itch...

Left lower abdominal pain? 1. The current symptoms include bloating and pain in the lower left abdomen, which have persisted for four years. There is still abdominal bloating and pain regardless of diet. 2. So far, I have consulted various specialists, including gastroenterolog...

Is this considered high blood pressure? Hello Doctor: Two years ago, my grandmother had a stroke, and I started measuring blood pressure regularly with her. At that time, her systolic pressure was around 60. Six months later, my grandmother no longer lived with us, so I stopped m...

Abnormal weight gain and lymphatic tumors in the throat? Hello, Dr. Tsai. I apologize for interrupting you during your busy schedule. I have a friend who is a female, 157 cm tall, and her weight was originally 39 kg. However, in the past half month, she suddenly gained 5 kg. Her ...

Napping Hello, Doctor: I am currently a university student. Since I started college, I have noticed that I easily fall asleep during classes. I believe my daily routine and diet are normal. Could you please explain why this is happening? Is there a way to resolve it? In my freshm...

Health supplements I want to buy nutritional supplements for my mom, but she has high blood pressure, a history of stroke, and poor liver function, so I'm unsure which type would be suitable for her. I would like to seek a doctor's opinion. My dad has been working in aq...

High blood pressure? My mother is 45 years old, and today her blood pressure was measured at 150/100, which is classified as hypertension. How should hypertension be treated? Does she need to take medication? What are the methods to prevent and lower high blood pressure? Which me...

Vitamin B complex Hello Dr. Chuang: I bought some multivitamins in Canada for my parents, but later I found out that I purchased regular multivitamins, which are not suitable for individuals over 50 years old. Can my parents take these?

Choosing Vitamins I would like to ask the doctor about my mother, who is a postmenopausal woman. She generally has poor health and a weak immune system, and she often experiences mouth ulcers that heal slowly. Recently, my mother wants to buy some vitamins to supplement her nutri...

How can I lose weight? Hello Doctor! I am from Keelung and have struggled with obesity since childhood. I am 170 cm tall and weigh 85 kg. Recently, due to my weight, my girlfriend broke up with me, and my weight dropped to around 78-79 kg within three weeks. I know this is not he...

Anal discharge of oil Hello! Regarding my question: I do not recall any significant changes in my diet recently, nor have I taken any medications. However, for some reason, I have been experiencing oily discharge from my rectum when passing gas, which floats on the toilet water l...

Last week, I felt very sleepy all day for some unknown reason? Hello Doctor: Last week, I found myself falling asleep every time I stopped at a traffic light while driving to work. I tried to prevent myself from sleeping, but no matter what I did, like stopping the car to take a ...

Alcohol testing I would like to ask what situations could lead to a blood test showing alcohol levels after consuming certain foods, even if one has not actually consumed alcohol or any food containing alcohol, such as yogurt. Is this possible?

Please inquire about a type of calcium supplement? Hello Doctor, could you please help me review this calcium supplement? 1. Will it be effective? 2. Does it contain any ingredients that are not beneficial for the body (components that a physician would not recommend)? Thank you....

Left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH) Dear Dr. Tsai, I would like to inquire about the symptoms of left ventricular hypertrophy and what tests can confirm it. What issues should I be aware of? Thank you for your attention.