Ears, Family Medicine FAQ - Page 17

Cat scratch on the lip? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about a cat scratch on the inside of my lip. There is no obvious bleeding, but the skin is broken. I received a tetanus shot within the last five years. Is there anything else I need to pay special attention to? Thank you...

Cat scratch on the lip? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about a cat scratch on the inside of my lip. There is no obvious bleeding, but the skin is broken. I received a tetanus shot within the last five years. Is there anything else I need to pay special attention to? Thank you...

Medical specialties Hello, Director. I would like to ask which department I should consult for the following situation: A few years ago, I was hospitalized for 9 days due to a high fever. Blood tests and multiple examinations were conducted, but ultimately it was concluded as an ...

For a long-standing chronic illness, it's unclear which specialty to consult? Since experiencing severe knee pain while climbing stairs several years ago, I have had recurrent episodes. Initially, my knee feels uncomfortable (it feels very tight while walking), followed by s...

Poor appetite and physical condition? I often have trouble eating breakfast and lunch, which makes social gatherings stressful for me as I can't eat and often face ridicule from others. This increases my psychological pressure, making it even harder to eat. Additionally, I f...

Myths about Diabetes Hello, Dr. Liao! I apologize for bothering you. My grandfather has been suffering from diabetes for forty years, but our family's understanding of diabetes is still quite limited. 1. My grandfather has had diabetes for 40 years. There were a few days w...

Fever? Hello, doctor. Recently, I have been feeling a constant warmth in my body, especially in my ears, which feel hot. My temperature has been measured between 36.5 to 37.2°C (tympanic temperature), and it has occasionally reached 37.7°C. Sometimes, I experience slight dizzines...

Diabetes medical history Hello, Doctor: I would like to ask if a history of diabetes can be identified. Two weeks ago, my aunt told me that there is a family history of diabetes. She mentioned that my father's grandmother or great-grandmother (I can't quite remember who...

Low lymphocyte count? Doctor, I have had three blood tests in the past two years, and my lymphocyte counts were 19.9, 19.6, and 19.2 (with a normal range of 20-45). What does a low count indicate? What diseases could potentially cause this? What should I pay attention to regardin...

Interpretation of Chest X-ray Report I would like to inquire about the interpretation of my chest X-ray report, which includes both frontal and lateral views. I have researched a bit and it seems there may be an issue with scoliosis. However, the term "obliteration" app...

Glycated hemoglobin control Hello, my older brother, who is currently 32 years old, has prediabetes and regularly follows up on his hemoglobin A1c levels. Initially, in 2017, his A1c level was 9.5%. After our mother purchased health supplements from Grape King, he managed to lowe...

Is temperature related to body temperature? Hello Doctor: Due to the pandemic this year, I have been measuring my temperature daily as part of the health protocols. I have noticed that when the room temperature is lower, my body temperature seems to be higher, and when the room t...

It is common to experience back pain before ovulation? I experience significant pain in the muscles supporting my chest and stiffness in my shoulders around the time of ovulation. My husband massages me and comments that it feels swollen and hard. However, the discomfort disappea...

Chest pain/sternal pain Hello doctor, I have been experiencing chest pain, specifically in the middle of my chest (a bit above the sternum, roughly along the line connecting my nipples). Whenever I exert my arms, whether pushing or squeezing inward, I feel pain in the sternum are...

Vaccine issues Dear Doctor, I received the hepatitis B vaccine as a child, but my health check reports as an adult have consistently shown no hepatitis B antibodies. Over four years ago, during a premarital health examination, I was tested and found to have no hepatitis B antib...

Dull pain in the upper middle abdomen and diarrhea issues? It all started on December 2nd when I drank a bottle of Morning Health Double Fiber Green Tea. After consuming two-thirds of the bottle, I began experiencing diarrhea in the afternoon. At first, I thought it was just that...

Nipple issues My nipples have been protruding for the past few years, and I experience discomfort with light touch. Previously, they would relax, but now they remain in a consistently erect state. Should I seek medical attention? If so, which specialist should I see?

Ear cleaning causes body numbness? When my family helps me clean my ears, my body becomes numb. For example, when I clean my right ear, the right side of my body becomes numb. What could be the problem? Do I need to go to a major hospital for an examination?

After fainting, I became my childhood self? Hello Doctor, I have a friend who is 18 years old. She has been experiencing back pain, and recently it has become severe enough to cause her to faint, losing consciousness completely. However, when she wakes up, she behaves like her yo...

A low-grade fever before menstruation may persist for more than a week? Hello Doctor: Since around November 16, I have been feeling fatigued in the evenings and going to bed early. On November 19, I felt hot and measured an ear temperature of 37.8 degrees Celsius, while the foreh...