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Abnormal elevated body temperature due to internal heat? Two months ago, I had a severe illness due to a bacterial infection, and since then, I've been experiencing frequent dizziness—not just when standing up or getting up from a seated position, but also while looking at t...

Family medicine issues In the morning, I take medication for insomnia and high blood pressure. I have been switching insomnia medications for about four years. I take a capsule of 0.5 mg of Mecobalamin (Vitamin B12) because I experience a tingling sensation in my head, as if bloo...

Health check-up related questions?? Q1. What are the typical items included in a general health check-up and a comprehensive health examination? Q2. Can general health check-ups and comprehensive health examinations be covered by health insurance? If so, are there any additiona...

Please feel free to ask your questions? Hello, doctor. I have a few questions to ask: 1. When the temperature drops below 16 degrees Celsius, I tend to have cold hands and feet, speak more rapidly, and my body feels tense, appearing anxious. However, I don't actually feel ...

Height growth At 13 years old, with the presence of pubic and underarm hair, it is likely that you are in the early stages of puberty. The growth plates in your bones may still be open, which means you have the potential for further growth. To maximize your height potential, cons...

Numbness in the fingers, swelling in the palm near the thumb, and knee pain? I apologize for the numerous questions, but I need some help. Recently, I have been experiencing intermittent numbness in my fingers, sometimes lasting for 4 to 5 hours. No amount of massage or movement ...

Sweating on the back and beads of sweat on the arms? Hello Dr. Chen, My daughter is 32 years old. On March 104, she underwent a tracheostomy due to pneumonia and respiratory failure, compounded by her existing autoimmune disease (multiple sclerosis). She is bedridden and requir...

Health check-up Hello Dr. Chang, I have been taking medication for hypertension, lipid-lowering, and insomnia related to neurological issues. A few years ago, I was diagnosed with arrhythmia, and the clinic prescribed me medication for it, which I took for a year. My thyroid-stim...

Strong sulfur odor? I would like to ask about my boyfriend, who is 30 years old. He has a strong sulfur-like odor coming from the back of his neck and his genital area. The smell is less intense after washing his neck, but it remains quite strong in the genital area. Could this i...

Thigh muscle soreness? Since childhood, I have occasionally experienced muscle soreness in my legs. When I was in middle school, I saw a doctor who said it was due to my ongoing growth and development. However, I am now 30 years old and still experience soreness. It's unlike...

Hereditary vertigo syndrome I would like to inquire on behalf of my friend (18 years old). Recently, he experienced dizziness upon waking up in the morning, making it difficult for him to get out of bed. He later visited a doctor who, due to his family medical history, diagnosed ...

Swelling on the left posterior neck? Hello doctor, about four years ago, I noticed that the left side of my neck was swollen compared to the right side. At first, it was not very noticeable, and after seeing a doctor and getting an X-ray, no issues were detected. However, it has ...

A child suddenly unable to walk? A 3-year-old child suddenly complained of pain in the left foot at night and is unable to walk. The next day, an X-ray was taken by an orthopedic doctor, who said there was nothing wrong. However, the child continues to express pain while walking,...

Urethritis and limb numbness? Doctor, I have a question. In the past, I underwent a colonoscopy due to discomfort, which later evolved into long-term issues. I initially thought it was a gastrointestinal problem, but during severe episodes, I experienced lower abdominal pain and ...

Rabies vaccine Hello Dr. Lin: Seven days ago, I was scratched by a pet cat in mainland China, resulting in a small wound that bled a little. I subsequently cleaned the wound and applied iodine. The pet cat has been raised indoors since it was a kitten and has not been in contact ...

Constantly feeling sleepy? Hello doctor, I am a student and I have been accustomed to going to bed between 12:30 and 1:00 AM and waking up at 6:30 AM. However, recently I have been unusually tired and can't help but doze off in class (this has been happening more frequently....

Redness of the lips? Hello, my child is currently 9 years old and has recently experienced redness on the lips and the skin around the upper lip without having a cold. There is even a slight feeling of crusting. What could be the reason for this?

Penis size and development? I'm currently 14 years old and in the third year of junior high school. I accidentally saw my classmate's penis, and even when it wasn't erect, it looked quite large. When I got home, I checked my own size and measured it: 9.5 cm when fl...

Will boys continue to grow taller after their physiological changes, such as puberty? Do males continue to grow taller after experiencing puberty? I am 18 years old and still a bit short, so I would like to inquire about this issue.

Which specialty should I see? Your grandfather (83 years old) has redness and swelling in his left foot, with pain radiating along a tendon to his calf. This has been ongoing for three months, with increasing frequency of pain. It hurts when touched, and exposure to hot water als...