Understanding Numbness in Limbs: Causes and Concerns
Numbness in the hands and feet? Hello, Doctor. Since mid-January, I have been experiencing discomfort in my ears with a feeling of fullness. I have consulted several otolaryngologists and had my hearing tested at major hospitals, which came back normal. Later, I experienced dizzi...
Dr. Hou Angting Reply:
Hello, this user. After the physician's examination, if you still experience discomfort, and it may be related to poor peripheral blood circulation, it is recommended that you visit a cardiology clinic for further consultation, evaluation, and examination. Wishing you good h...[Read More] Understanding Numbness in Limbs: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Tetanus and Diphtheria Vaccination for Adults
Questions related to vaccination? Hello, doctor. I heard that the Tdap vaccine for tetanus and diphtheria loses its effectiveness at my age. I am considering getting a booster shot. Could you please help me with the following questions: 1. Is it easy to get infected with tetanus?...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Mr. JKL: 1. General surgical wounds can potentially become infected with Clostridium tetani, the bacteria that causes tetanus. The risk is higher for wounds caused by rusty nails, those resulting from car accidents, dirty wounds, or deeper injuries. Therefore, in many hospi...[Read More] Understanding Tetanus and Diphtheria Vaccination for Adults
Feeling Constantly Tired: Is It a Liver Issue or Sleep Disorder?
Constantly feeling sleepy? Hello Doctor, I am the patient #143991. When I stay up late (around 1 AM), I feel extremely nauseous and want to vomit either at that moment or the next morning. Could this be related to a liver issue? Two years ago, when I entered university, I had a b...
Dr. Xu Peiqi Reply:
It should not be the case; it is recommended to maintain a consistent sleep schedule and to avoid staying up late as much as possible.[Read More] Feeling Constantly Tired: Is It a Liver Issue or Sleep Disorder?
Understanding Sexual Desire: A Guide for Adult Virgins
Virginity and Sexual Desire I am 37 years old and still a virgin. I often have sexual urges and am considering engaging in sex work. What should I do or how should I address this issue, doctor?
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Sir: 1. Regarding this issue, I may not be able to provide very practical advice; therefore, I still recommend discussing it with your family physician or urologist. 2. Due to the presence of hormones and other related physiological functions in the body, a normal human be...[Read More] Understanding Sexual Desire: A Guide for Adult Virgins
Can You Take Uric Acid and Liver Health Medications Together?
Can medications for lowering uric acid be taken simultaneously with liver-protective medications? Recently, I have been experiencing frequent foot pain, so I visited a general clinic for medical attention. Following the doctor's recommendations, I underwent blood tests and d...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Mr. Wang: **Allopurinol Tablets® (Allopurinol; 100 mg):** 1. Allopurinol is a purine derivative that reduces uric acid synthesis by competitively inhibiting the last two steps of uric acid biosynthesis, which are catalyzed by xanthine oxidase. Uric acid is less soluble th...[Read More] Can You Take Uric Acid and Liver Health Medications Together?
Understanding Your Symptoms: When to Seek Medical Help for Discomfort
Physical discomfort? Hello Doctor: In recent months, I have been experiencing various pains, and I'm unsure if they are due to stress or if there are actual health issues. For the past few weeks, I have been feeling very dizzy, accompanied by a constant desire to sleep. Ofte...
Dr. Xu Peiqi Reply:
Hello Mr. Hsueh, thank you for your inquiry, and I appreciate your efforts regarding your health condition. To summarize your concerns, you are experiencing dizziness and fatigue, nausea, poor appetite, acid reflux, irregular bowel movements with blood, and occasional chest tight...[Read More] Understanding Your Symptoms: When to Seek Medical Help for Discomfort
Understanding Visual Tremors: Causes and Solutions for Dizziness
Seeing things vibrate? I recently just woke up and everything appears to be vibrating. It's manageable when I'm doing something, but when I stop moving, things start to shake and tremble involuntarily, which leads to dizziness. Doctor, what could this condition be?
Dr. Cai Dongqi Reply:
Hello, it is recommended that you consult a neurologist for further diagnosis.[Read More] Understanding Visual Tremors: Causes and Solutions for Dizziness
Managing a Benign Liver Hemangioma: When No Symptoms Require Action
The endoscopy report indicates that the hepatic hemangioma is slightly compressing the stomach? Hello Dr. Yeh: I recently underwent an upper gastrointestinal endoscopy, and the report mentioned that a benign hemangioma in the left lobe of my liver is slightly compressing the stom...
Dr. Ye Qianyu Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is suspected that the liver tumor is compressing the gastric body. Since the nature of the liver tumor is unknown, it is difficult to predict changes. Additionally, it is important to know the size of the liver tumor; even if it is benign, if ...[Read More] Managing a Benign Liver Hemangioma: When No Symptoms Require Action
Understanding Non-Specific Dizziness: Causes and Next Steps for Patients
Nonspecific dizziness Hello doctor, I have been experiencing dizziness for almost three years now. During this time, I have undergone numerous tests, but the cause of my dizziness remains undetermined. The doctors have suggested that it may be due to anxiety or sleep apnea leadin...
Dr. Liao Yaopan Reply:
Hello, dizziness is a non-specific symptom. It is advisable to first have an evaluation and differential diagnosis by a neurologist. Normal sleep and regular exercise are also very important and may help alleviate your discomfort. Please note that online consultations are not equ...[Read More] Understanding Non-Specific Dizziness: Causes and Next Steps for Patients
Understanding Elevated Fasting Blood Sugar with Normal HbA1c Levels
Fasting blood glucose is elevated, but glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) levels are normal? I have undergone five health check-ups over the past two years, and each time my fasting blood glucose has been around 110 mg/dL. However, my hemoglobin A1c has consistently been around 5.3%. Du...
Dr. Hou Angting Reply:
Currently, the diagnosis of diabetes is assessed based on both fasting blood glucose and glycated hemoglobin levels. According to your situation, a high fasting blood glucose level with a normal glycated hemoglobin level can rule out diabetes. However, it is important to maintain...[Read More] Understanding Elevated Fasting Blood Sugar with Normal HbA1c Levels
Understanding Tension in the Head, Neck, and Ears: Causes and Solutions
Muscle tension? Hello doctor, last night while lying down to sleep, I felt tightness in my entire head, neck, and even my ears, which caused me to take a long time to fall asleep. This is the first time I've experienced this. What could be the cause of this condition?
Dr. Cai Dongqi Reply:
Hello, are there events in your life that make you feel tense or anxious? Try to relax. You will feel more comfortable.[Read More] Understanding Tension in the Head, Neck, and Ears: Causes and Solutions
Which Specialist to Consult for Groin Discomfort?
If you are experiencing discomfort in the groin area, you should consult a specialist in urology or a general surgeon? Hello Dr. Hsiao, 1. Three months ago, I started feeling a warm sensation in my left groin, and over the past month, the discomfort has become more pronounced wh...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Miss Xiao Ai, The conditions related to the groin area are generally consistent with the information you have searched for, although there are other possible diagnoses as well. I agree that you should first consult a gynecologist to discuss potential diagnoses; theoretical...[Read More] Which Specialist to Consult for Groin Discomfort?
Understanding Breathing Difficulties and Digestive Issues: A Comprehensive Guide
Shortness of breath? Hello Doctor, about three to five days ago, I started experiencing occasional discomfort in my chest, along with a feeling of shortness of breath. It's not that I can't breathe, but I feel the need to take deep breaths. When this sensation occurs, I...
Dr. Chen Bozhang Reply:
Dear Ms. Tsai, In your recent correspondence, you mentioned experiencing discomfort in your chest that makes you feel the need to take deep breaths, a sensation of bloating in your stomach, as well as frequent lower abdominal pain accompanied by diarrhea. Frequent urination is a...[Read More] Understanding Breathing Difficulties and Digestive Issues: A Comprehensive Guide
Understanding Sudden Dizziness: When to Seek Medical Attention
Acute dizziness In the past two years, there have been 2-3 episodes of sudden dizziness, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and a sensation of cold sweats and shaking, feeling like I might faint, but resting helps. At most, there is just a little discomfort. A few days ago, it happened ag...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Ms. Abby: The symptoms you described may represent a series of physiological responses from the autonomic nervous system. There are many potential causes for dizziness; if classified by systems, they may include the nervous system, cardiovascular system, hematologic system, ...[Read More] Understanding Sudden Dizziness: When to Seek Medical Attention
Struggling with Thumb Mobility After Surgery: Which Specialist to Consult?
I don't know which specialty to see? After thumb surgery, my thumb cannot bend or straighten. During the suture removal, I reported to the doctor that my thumb was swollen and immobile (it feels hard to the touch). The doctor said that was normal and advised me not to bend m...
Dr. Cai Dongqi Reply:
Hello, I recommend that you return to the surgery department for further examination.[Read More] Struggling with Thumb Mobility After Surgery: Which Specialist to Consult?
Is Drinking Water Treated with Copper Safe? Health Risks Explained
Is drinking water that has been soaked in copper or copper rust toxic? Hello Doctor, several years ago I used the "Kappa Water Purifier" for about four months. It claims to utilize 30-micron copper fibers soaked in water to achieve chlorine removal and disinfection. I r...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Ms. Anonymous: 1. Is water that has been in contact with copper toxic? It is important to consider the type of "copper" in the product, what compounds it is in, its oxidation state, whether it is alloyed with other metals, and if any additional elements have been...[Read More] Is Drinking Water Treated with Copper Safe? Health Risks Explained
Chronic Dizziness and Neck Discomfort: Which Specialist to See?
Chronic dizziness and neck discomfort? Hello, doctor: I have been experiencing a tightness (a feeling of pressure) in my left neck for about 2-3 years. In recent months, it has been accompanied by dizziness, a sensation of swaying while at rest, and a feeling of spinning when I c...
Dr. Cai Dongqi Reply:
Hello, I recommend that you see a neurologist.[Read More] Chronic Dizziness and Neck Discomfort: Which Specialist to See?
Which Specialist to See for Cough, Chest Pain, and Ear Discomfort?
For symptoms such as cough, chest tightness, ear pressure, and nasal allergies, you should consider seeing an Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) specialist or an Allergist? I have been troubled for over two months and am puzzled. In October, I visited a clinic due to a sore throat and f...
Dr. Cai Dongqi Reply:
Hello, I'm not sure if you were seeing an ENT specialist at National Taiwan University. I recommend that you focus on the ENT department and discuss with your physician whether a cross-specialty consultation is necessary.[Read More] Which Specialist to See for Cough, Chest Pain, and Ear Discomfort?
Understanding Abdominal Pain and Diarrhea After Masturbation in Men
I am a male, and I experience stomach pain and diarrhea the day after masturbation? Hello, doctor. I recently visited both the urology and neurology departments, but it seems neither could resolve my issues. I'm not sure if I consulted the wrong specialties. I've been e...
Dr. Cai Dongqi Reply:
Hello, I would like to know if you underwent an ultrasound examination during your medical visit. Since you are experiencing abdominal pain, have you consulted a gastroenterologist? An ultrasound or more advanced imaging studies might help identify the underlying cause.[Read More] Understanding Abdominal Pain and Diarrhea After Masturbation in Men
Managing Side Effects of Medications in Elderly Patients: A Case Study
Suspected side effects after medication use? Hello Doctor: My father is 74 years old and has a history of stage III lymphoma (he completed second-line chemotherapy in February last year and is currently under follow-up). He has normal-tension glaucoma and his vision has been dete...
Dr. Cai Dongqi Reply:
Hello, if your father has a generalized rash, it may be caused by medication. It is recommended to stop the medication and consult a dermatologist.[Read More] Managing Side Effects of Medications in Elderly Patients: A Case Study