Ears, Family Medicine FAQ - Page 12

Low neutrophil count / High lymphocyte count Hello, doctor. Since I started working at the company in 2016 and began regular health check-ups, I have noticed that the values for neutrophils and lymphocytes in my white blood cell count have been flagged. In 2017, my WBC was 5.5 (n...

Third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine? Hello: My mother is 74 years old. She received the first dose of AstraZeneca, the second dose of BioNTech, and she wants to get the third dose of BioNTech, but the hospitals and clinics no longer provide it. I would like to ask: 1. Can my mothe...

Is a high level of glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) with normal blood glucose levels indicative of prediabetes? I have been taking antihypertensive and lipid-lowering medications for many years, and I have blood tests every three months. In January, the abnormal results included t...

Solvent or other chemical matters? Hello, a few years ago, I caused grease stains on the walls of my rental apartment while cooking, and I bought a product to wipe those stains. I forgot what the product was, possibly a solvent or acetone, and I am uncertain about it. Recently, I...

Fever of unknown origin for over a year? Hello Doctor, my condition started two years ago with unexplained fevers (ear temperature around 37.5 to 38.3 degrees Celsius). I consulted an infectious disease specialist at the hospital and underwent various tests (including blood tests...

Regarding whether patients with stable type 2 diabetes still need to visit a medical center? Hello, Doctor. I apologize for bothering you. I would like to ask about my situation. I have had type 2 diabetes for over seven years. After discovering this issue during a health check, ...

Issues related to discontinuation of Lipitor? Hello Doctor, I am an 8-year diabetes patient, 60 years old. For the past 8 years, I have controlled my blood sugar through diet and exercise without taking any hypoglycemic medications. I was diagnosed with diabetes in 2014 with an H...

Antibiotics for Chronic Osteomyelitis Hello, doctor. Four years ago, I suffered a fracture due to a car accident, and I have not fully recovered. I still need to be hospitalized for treatment of the fracture, which has led to chronic osteomyelitis. I have been undergoing antibiot...

Feeling dizzy and experiencing a rapid heartbeat after drinking a beverage? Hello, Doctor. Recently, whenever I drink low-sugar milk tea or sugar-free beverages from bubble tea shops, I often experience dizziness and an increased heart rate after finishing the drink (my usual hea...

Is there still a concern about rabies infection, and should a vaccine be administered? About three years ago, on a Sunday afternoon, I encountered my neighbor's cat in the stairwell of our apartment building. The cat often roamed around the building. That afternoon, as I was...

Alternating warmth in the left and right feet? Hello Doctor, for the past month, I have been experiencing warmth in the areas below my ankles (including the dorsum of the foot, the sole, and the toes). Sometimes it occurs in the morning, and other times in the afternoon, with bot...

Regarding minor abrasions from a car accident? A few days ago, I had a motorcycle accident. At the time, I didn't pay much attention to it, but when I got home in the evening, I noticed a small, shallow abrasion. I was wearing long pants, and they didn't tear. Doctor, i...

Subcutaneous hematoma Hello doctor, today I suddenly noticed a black lump the size of a cockroach egg on the web of my left hand. It appears dark purple and feels firm and raised. Pressing it hard does not change its color or make it disappear. I would like to ask the doctor what...

Chronic headaches accompanied by vomiting? Hello, I would like to ask about my condition. I have a history of migraines, but in recent years, they have become more frequent, occurring at least once a week, and sometimes the pain is severe enough to cause vomiting. The headache is...

Is it possible to schedule an appointment with a family medicine physician for follow-up examinations? Is there a relationship between RBC 3-5+ and light blood? For the past two years, my urine RBC count has been elevated (I have avoided testing during my menstrual period), but t...

Administration of the 13-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine in adults? Hello, doctor. My mother is 58 years old and wishes to receive the 13-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine. However, the doctor informed us that this vaccine can only be administered once in a lifetime, an...

Fever has been frequent over the past week? Hello doctor, since last Wednesday, I have been experiencing fever every evening, ranging between 38-39 degrees Celsius. During the afternoons, I do not have this symptom, and I do not have a runny nose or cough. Right before the fever ...

I haven't received the vaccine yet, but I lack confidence in my physical condition? Hello, doctor. I have not received my first dose of the vaccine yet, but I am considering getting vaccinated soon. However, I lack confidence in my physical condition. Several years ago, I un...

Lower abdominal pain? Hello Doctor: For the past three years, I have been experiencing a vague stabbing and burning sensation in the area just above the genital region, as well as a tight feeling in both groins. I have undergone a gynecological examination, hysterosalpingography,...

The COVID-19 vaccine was returned? Today, I went to the health center to prepare for the BNT vaccine. During the evaluation and consultation process, the physician learned that I had experienced a major hemorrhage during surgery two years ago, which required observation in the IC...