Ears, Family Medicine FAQ - Page 49

Regarding sleep issues? Hello, I have been waking up almost every night for the past three months around 2 to 3 AM due to sweating all over my body, regardless of the temperature. What could this condition be? Which specialist should I consult? Thank you! P.S. I underwent emboliz...

Diabetes mellitus Hello, doctor. I have been wanting to change my habit of drinking sugary beverages because my grandmother has diabetes, but I haven't been able to. Since last year, I have mainly been drinking sugar-free beverages, such as unsweetened green tea. I'm wo...

What exactly is the problem that is difficult to understand? In the past six months, I have been experiencing persistent stomach pain and bloating. I have a history of gastric bleeding and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), so two months ago, I consulted a gastroenterologist...

A small protrusion has developed below the chest? Hello Doctor, Patient: Female, approximately 22 years old, height: 160 cm, weight: 43 kg. Last month, a protrusion appeared between her breasts, which has been growing larger, reaching a maximum diameter of about 1.5 cm and a he...

I start to feel chills every evening? My father has recently been complaining of feeling cold every evening. What could this be a symptom of, and which specialist should he see? Could you please provide some advice? Thank you. *Note: He is 64 years old and has diabetes.

Small nodules of sarcoma found on the genital area? Hello, doctor. I'm not sure whether to ask a urologist or a dermatologist about this issue. I have several small growths on my genital area. The size of these growths varies; some are slightly larger than sesame seeds, whil...

Venous sclerosis Hello, Dr. Hsu: I often receive injections; sometimes they are pain relief injections for menstrual cramps, and other times they are anti-anxiety injections for hyperventilation. I rarely get IVs; most of my injections are intramuscular. Today, I went for an inje...

The parotid gland intermittently swells without any apparent reason? I am a 30-year-old male in good health, but I have been experiencing insufficient sleep due to a busy work schedule. About three to four years ago, I started having intermittent swelling of my parotid gland for ...

Should I take vitamins? Dear Doctor, Hello! I am a 30-year-old woman in generally good health, with some minor issues such as mild constipation, a slightly yellow complexion, and cold hands and feet. I feel that as I age, I should take better care of myself. I am considering whe...

Cold and purple hands and feet..? I would like to ask, whenever the weather gets cold, my hands and feet become cold, and sometimes they even turn purple. I would like to know the reason for this and how to improve the situation. Thank you.

Is it possible for individuals with diabetes and hypertension to experience a sensation of water in their ears when there is actually none present? Hello: My father has a history of diabetes for several years and also has complications from hypertension. Recently, he has been com...

White blood cell count is low? Hello, I would like to ask about my mother. Last year, she underwent a health check-up (the one provided by the National Health Insurance), and the results showed that her white blood cell count was low, around 2000, while her cholesterol and trigly...

Constipation + excessive sleepiness? I have a long-standing habit of constipation, only able to have a bowel movement once a week or even longer. I have tried medications, drinking water, consuming yogurt, and eating high-fiber fruits, but after about four times, they become inef...

I'm not sure whether to see a gynecologist or a breast surgeon? Hello, doctor. I have a question I would like to ask you. I am 20 years old and have experienced irregular menstrual cycles for a long time. My last two periods started on September 26 and ended on October 4; sh...

I am not sure if it is hemorrhoids? Hello Dr. Huang, I have noticed a protrusion located between the base of my scrotum and my anus over the past two days. It measures approximately 1 cm by 2 cm, is painful to touch, and seems to be increasing in size. I cannot describe its consi...

Does a sarcoma require surgery? Dear Doctor: I am 69 years old. Over ten years ago, I developed a lump about the size of a fist on the inner side of my left elbow. It wasn't that large initially, but in recent months, after taking some nutritional supplements like reishi mus...

I have some questions after completing the premarital health checkup! Hello Doctor: I am planning to get pregnant soon, but I have a few questions from my premarital health check-up that the doctor did not explain clearly. I hope you can help me with these questions, thank you! ...

Nail In recent years, I have experienced swelling and protrusion in several joints of my fingers. The swollen areas sometimes feel hard and at other times soft. The joint closest to the nails has become deformed and bent, especially noticeable since last year. My left middle fing...

Health check results At the beginning of the school year, a health check-up was conducted, and it has been two years since the last examination. This time, some results were abnormal, specifically: Complete Blood Count: Platelet count (PLT) - 403 (normal range 150-400 x 10^3/ml),...

White blood cell count and body temperature issues? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask two questions. 1. In my routine blood tests over the past few years, my white blood cell count has consistently ranged between 4200 and 4800. However, in a recent blood test conducted a few d...