Ears, Family Medicine FAQ - Page 42

Meningitis Vaccine Does the health department provide meningitis vaccine injections? My child (18 years old) needs to get this vaccine before studying in the United States. Thank you.

Hyperthyroidism, frozen shoulder, and a sensation of pressure in the neck? Hello, I am fifty-five years old. I had hyperthyroidism at the ages of twenty-four and thirty-two, and it has recurred this year. I have been seeing a specialist at a large hospital and have been on medica...

Bilateral leg edema and abdominal pain? My mother is 60 years old. About half a month ago, she discovered severe edema in her right leg (the left leg also has some edema, but it is milder). Additionally, she has been experiencing abdominal pain. After blood tests, all indicators ...

Bone density testing I am 35 years old and would like to understand my bone density, but I do not want to undergo a full health check-up. Can I schedule this test at a family medicine clinic? Thank you.

Diabetic constitution? Hello: My girlfriend's mother gave birth to her around the age of 31 and was diagnosed with diabetes around the age of 34. She had gestational diabetes during her pregnancy with her younger brother, who is now about 20 years old and has been confirmed ...

Palpitations? Vertebral adjustment? Gastroesophageal reflux? Hello doctor, I went to a large hospital for an examination in the past few days, and the doctor said I have palpitations. Then, I was asked to undergo an X-ray and an electrocardiogram (ECG). After reviewing my X-ray, ...

White hair Hello Doctor: I am 25 years old, and I would like to ask about my premature graying hair. Based on previous experiences, it is often caused by excessive stress. However, my recent lifestyle has been quite normal, and my job is stable and manageable. Yet, I have recentl...

Stiffness, atrophy, soreness, and weakness in the limbs? My brother, who is 52 years old, suddenly started experiencing weakness in his left limbs last year. The left side of his body has begun to feel stiff. After examining his brain, the blood vessels were found to be normal. C...

Bilateral leg pain? Hello: For the past month, I have been experiencing persistent soreness in both legs, from my thighs to the soles of my feet, which becomes more pronounced after walking for a while. This symptom started occurring after the Lunar New Year last year. About 20 y...

Itchy purplish-black discoloration of the extremities? Hello Doctor: I am unsure if my long-term cold hands and feet, combined with a lack of exercise while sitting at my computer desk, are related to the persistent dark purple coloration of my ten toes (the discoloration seems t...

Regarding general health check-ups? Hello, I would like to inquire about what general health check-up items are necessary for a 26-year-old. I noticed that the costs for the check-up items listed on your hospital's health check-up webpage are all over ten thousand NTD. After...

The effects of drugs on the fetus? What are the potential harms of short-term drug use on the body, and what effects can it have on fetal development? If there are effects on the fetus, how long should one wait after quitting drugs before trying to conceive?

Unexplained fainting? My eldest son is 17 and a half years old, appearing tall and chubby, looking like a healthy kid. However, recently, after waking up in the morning (after more than a minute), he fainted while using the bathroom. I recall this is the second time it has happen...

Unidentified wound near the ankle? 1. In recent years, unexplained wounds have frequently appeared near the ankles. Initially, the skin becomes red, swollen, and warm, followed by the development of wounds that are painful and have a burning sensation. After scabbing, the skin tu...

The relationship between male medication use and fetal conception? The individual has been diagnosed with chronic Hepatitis B for three months and has been continuously taking Baraclude (entecavir) 0.5 mg due to viral infection. They also have diabetes and have been administering...

White mouse Hello Dr. Chen, Four years ago, I experienced a sudden onset of severe back pain during the winter, which left me unable to get out of bed. Over the past four years, I have consulted various orthopedic specialists who have stated that there is no significant issue. ...

Inquiry 1. What symptoms may occur if bacteria enter the head? For example, headaches or a dazed appearance of the face! 2. When I was in high school, my mother had me take traditional Chinese medicine pills to help with my myopia. One night, I woke up in the early morning and ...

Which department should I make an appointment with? Hello Doctor: Two years ago, I had pharyngitis for the first time and it resolved after medication. However, less than two months later, it recurred, and after treatment, it improved again. Yet, just a month later, it happened a...

Should I see a doctor? Hello Doctor, about 7 or 8 years ago, I started experiencing tinnitus whenever I traveled through higher altitude areas (such as Central Cross-Island Highway, Southern Cross-Island Highway, or Shanlin Creek). Now, in the past 3 to 4 years, it has progressed...

Symptoms of mother's hand? My mother is 57 years old and works in a hospital caring for elderly patients, which often requires physical exertion. One day, she woke up feeling numbness in her fingers, which has persisted for over three months. Subsequently, she experiences sw...