Understanding Shoulder, Neck, and Chest Pain After a Car Accident
Shoulder, neck, and chest issues? After a car accident, I initially didn't feel any symptoms and didn't get an X-ray at that time. During the accident, my shoulder and face hit the ground, and the doctor at the hospital only gave me a tetanus shot and disinfected my fac...
Dr. Chen Bozhang Reply:
Dear Mr. Wesley, Regarding the long-term discomfort you mentioned in your shoulders and neck, if it is caused by spinal misalignment, it can indeed persist for a long time and affect the surrounding soft tissues, potentially leading to nerve root compression. I recommend that yo...[Read More] Understanding Shoulder, Neck, and Chest Pain After a Car Accident
Which Specialist Should I See for My Ear and Dizziness Issues?
Which specialty should I see? Hello Doctor, since last year I have been experiencing symptoms such as blocked Eustachian tubes, dizziness, tinnitus, ear pain, headaches, and hearing a thunder-like sound when moving my eyes. I was referred from a small clinic's ENT department...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Miss Anonymous: 1. Please briefly describe your symptoms and the records of consultations with various specialists in writing. 2. If you have a primary care physician, it is advisable to discuss your concerns with them first. 3. Symptoms such as dizziness, tinnitus, ear ...[Read More] Which Specialist Should I See for My Ear and Dizziness Issues?
Understanding the Risks of Infection from Contaminated Surfaces
Urinary transmission Hello, Doctor: Today, my phone fell on the floor of the hospital restroom while I was using it. The floor was partially wet, and I’m not sure if it was urine. The phone screen got some of it on it. I did wipe it down with a disinfectant used for toilet seats,...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Ms. LISA: 1. Contact with bodily fluids does carry a risk of infectious diseases; however, I believe the risk is quite low. If you are concerned, please discuss it with your family physician for monitoring, or visit an infectious disease clinic if you develop any symptoms....[Read More] Understanding the Risks of Infection from Contaminated Surfaces
Understanding Hard Lumps in the Buttocks: Which Specialist to See?
If you have a hard lump on your buttocks, you should see a specialist in dermatology or a general surgeon? Hello Doctor, I have a small hard lump on the left side of my buttock, near the groin and close to the coccyx. It is about the size of a coin. The surface is reddish and dar...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Miss Xiao Li: 1. There is a hard lump approximately the size of a one-dollar coin located near the coccyx in the gluteal fold. Common causes to consider include fibromas, lipomas, sebaceous cysts, and abscesses; however, there may also be other rare etiologies. Given that ...[Read More] Understanding Hard Lumps in the Buttocks: Which Specialist to See?
Can HIV Be Transmitted Through Airborne Droplets? Common Misconceptions
Questions about HIV transmission? HIV cannot be transmitted through respiratory droplets. It is primarily spread through direct contact with certain body fluids such as blood, semen, vaginal fluids, and breast milk from a person who has HIV. The scenario you described, where you ...
Dr. Huang Xunying Reply:
The HIV virus is transmitted through blood and bodily fluids, and it is not spread through respiratory droplets. Therefore, there is no risk of infection even when dining at the same table, so there is no need for excessive concern. Thank you![Read More] Can HIV Be Transmitted Through Airborne Droplets? Common Misconceptions
Understanding Lymphadenopathy: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Worry
Lymphadenopathy There is a lump approximately 1 to 1.5 centimeters in size at the junction of the face and neck. It is movable, firm, and not painful, and it can slide between the neck and the bone of the left side of the face. I found some information online stating that movable...
Dr. Cai Dongqi Reply:
It is likely to be a lipoma or other proliferative tissue, but since it is uncertain whether the area you mentioned at the junction of the face and neck involves other glands, it is advisable for you to visit a hospital for examination.[Read More] Understanding Lymphadenopathy: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Worry
Understanding Diving-Related Health Issues: When to Seek Medical Advice
Diving activities Hello, Doctor. Four days ago (Sunday), I went diving in the morning with a one-on-one instructor, reaching a depth of 12 meters. During the dive, I had to surface because I couldn't equalize the pressure in my left ear, and then I went back down again. The ...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Miss Chen Yin: Based on your statements, it is not possible to completely rule out the possibility of decompression sickness; I recommend that you visit a diving medicine clinic equipped with hyperbaric oxygen therapy.[Read More] Understanding Diving-Related Health Issues: When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Anemia: Symptoms, Risks, and Prevention Strategies
Anemia-related issues Recently, I had a blood test at the hospital with the following results: Hb 9.9, MCV 75.6, Hct 32.8, MCHC 22.8. Due to certain reasons, I did not have my iron levels checked, but the doctor believes there is a high probability of iron deficiency anemia. Here...
Dr. Ye Qianyu Reply:
Hello! Based on the information you provided, it appears to be microcytic anemia, and there will be significant fluctuations in hemoglobin levels, indicating a higher likelihood of iron deficiency anemia. Regarding the dizziness you mentioned, there are many potential causes, and...[Read More] Understanding Anemia: Symptoms, Risks, and Prevention Strategies
Should You Visit a Major Hospital for Throat Issues?
Do I need to go to a major hospital for an examination? Hello, doctor: I would like to ask if the two lumps in my throat are commonly referred to as the tonsils? If so, there are some circular, bubble-like formations on the surface of the tonsils, but these bubble-like circles ar...
Dr. Liao Yaopan Reply:
Hello, if you continue to feel unwell, it is recommended to consult an otolaryngologist for evaluation. Please note that online consultations are not equivalent to in-person medical visits and cannot provide accurate diagnoses or treatment recommendations. Changhua Hospital cares...[Read More] Should You Visit a Major Hospital for Throat Issues?
Understanding Whole Body Muscle Twitches: Causes and Concerns
Whole body is constantly twitching? Hello, doctor. I often experience muscle twitching throughout my body, including my thighs, calves, arms, back, and face. This frequent twitching makes me feel quite anxious. I wonder if it is related to sitting in an office for long periods. M...
Dr. Cai Dongqi Reply:
Based on your inquiry, it seems to suggest a possible autonomic nervous system disorder. It is recommended to visit a hospital to see a neurologist or psychiatrist, as the use of anxiolytics may provide more stability.[Read More] Understanding Whole Body Muscle Twitches: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Immune System Decline: Risks, Symptoms, and Prevention
Decreased immunity? Recently, some friends around me have experienced a decline in immunity, followed by a cold, which resulted in a lack of response in the left facial nerve, causing swelling in the left eye, difficulty smiling, and loss of taste sensation. I would like to know ...
Dr. Chen Bozhang Reply:
Hello, Xiao Chen: In your message, you mentioned that your friend has experienced a lack of response in the left side of their face after catching a cold, is having difficulty smiling, and cannot taste food. This may be indicative of facial nerve paralysis, which is primarily ca...[Read More] Understanding Immune System Decline: Risks, Symptoms, and Prevention
Fainting and Chest Pain: Are These Symptoms Normal?
Fainting three times and experiencing angina is not normal? Hello, doctor. I have fainted three times, and I suspect the reasons are as follows. The first time, I had a sandwich for breakfast, and while standing on the bus to school, I suddenly felt bloated, had abdominal pain, b...
Dr. Huang Xunying Reply:
It is advisable for you to see a neurologist or a cardiologist for further examination as soon as possible, considering that the episodes have occurred multiple times.[Read More] Fainting and Chest Pain: Are These Symptoms Normal?
Understanding Left Cheek Swelling and Twitches: Causes and Concerns
Swelling of the left cheek? Hello Doctor, sometimes I experience swelling in my cheek joint due to lack of sleep and high stress. Recently, I've also had episodes of twitching in my left cheek, which only lasted for a short time but still worries me since it occurs in the sa...
Dr. Ye Qianyu Reply:
Hello! Since the issue is only occurring on the left side of your face, it may be necessary to consider dental or sinus problems. I recommend that you consult with a dentist or an ear, nose, and throat (ENT) specialist. Thank you for your question, and I wish you a speedy recover...[Read More] Understanding Left Cheek Swelling and Twitches: Causes and Concerns
Persistent Abdominal Red Rash: A 31-Year-Old's Diagnostic Dilemma
Abdominal erythema, diagnosis has been a persistent challenge? Male, 31 years old. Dear doctor, I am a 30-year-old male who smokes and has no significant medical history, except for a diagnosis of mild mitral valve prolapse in childhood. Currently, I have a symptom: a ring-like e...
Dr. Huang Xunying Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it does resemble a fungal infection. However, if you have used medication and felt that the results were unsatisfactory, there may be other underlying causes. I still recommend visiting a dermatologist for further evaluation, as some fungal infec...[Read More] Persistent Abdominal Red Rash: A 31-Year-Old's Diagnostic Dilemma
Is It Normal for Cheekbones to Be Asymmetrical?
Facial shape issues Hello doctor, is it normal for the cheekbones on the left and right sides of the face to be different? I recently noticed that the left side is slightly more prominent. Thank you!
Dr. Ye Qianyu Reply:
Hello! It is recommended that you gather some old photos as well as recent ones, and visit a plastic surgery clinic for a consultation with a physician. Thank you for your inquiry, and I hope this helps![Read More] Is It Normal for Cheekbones to Be Asymmetrical?
Understanding TMJ Disorders: Tongue Pain and Related Symptoms
Temporomandibular joint, small white spots on the tongue, and pain when pressure is applied to the throat? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing issues with my temporomandibular joint (TMJ) for a long time. Whenever I open my mouth slightly, there is a clicking sound that has pe...
Dr. Chen Taicheng Reply:
● If your temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is consistently making sounds and feels stiff, it may lead to joint wear. Please consult an oral and maxillofacial surgeon or an otolaryngologist at a major hospital. ● Small white spots on the tongue may simply be ulcers, which typically h...[Read More] Understanding TMJ Disorders: Tongue Pain and Related Symptoms
Understanding Sudden Headaches with Fluctuating Body Temperature
Intermittent chills and fever with headache? Hello Doctor, I suddenly have a severe headache, with the most discomfort in the back of my head. My body feels alternately cold and hot, and my face and neck feel persistently warm, but I do not have a fever. I feel achy and weak all ...
Dr. Chen Bozhang Reply:
Dear Ms. Mii, You mentioned experiencing recurrent sudden onset headaches in the back of your head, along with symptoms of alternating chills and heat, as well as generalized muscle aches and weakness over the past two months. Since these symptoms could be indicative of a variet...[Read More] Understanding Sudden Headaches with Fluctuating Body Temperature
Understanding Unexplained Itching: When to See a Family Physician
Which department to see? Doctor, I have recently been experiencing itching on my face, hands, and feet, but there is no redness or swelling on my skin, and the itching is not localized to one specific area. What could be causing this? Which specialist should I consult?
Dr. Chen Taicheng Reply:
There are many causes of skin itching, numbering in the dozens. However, considering your age, the primary factors should be dry skin, skin inflammation (such as eczema, allergies, or contact dermatitis), and insect bites. A small portion may be related to internal medical condit...[Read More] Understanding Unexplained Itching: When to See a Family Physician
Can Poor Peripheral Circulation in Legs Be Treated Effectively?
Poor peripheral circulation in the lower extremities... Can it be treated? Hello Doctor, my father has a history of diabetes for thirty years. Recently, after soaking in a hot spring, he suddenly experienced pain in his lower limbs and discovered large wounds on both calves (vary...
Dr. Huang Xunying Reply:
In the case of diabetes, if there is poor circulation in the lower extremities, we would recommend seeing a vascular surgeon to diagnose any vascular issues. Meanwhile, the management of diabetes should remain under the care of a family medicine physician, as stable blood glucose...[Read More] Can Poor Peripheral Circulation in Legs Be Treated Effectively?
Understanding Involuntary Twitches Near the Nose: Causes and Concerns
Twitching near the bridge of the nose? Hello, doctor: Recently, I have been experiencing involuntary twitching above my nasal bridge (not my eyelid), which feels a bit uncomfortable. Is this what is referred to as "facial nerve dysfunction"? Thank you.
Dr. Chen Taicheng Reply:
Hello, it appears to be facial nerve spasm. The facial nerve is the seventh cranial nerve, which has five branches in the face that control the movement of facial muscles. If the facial nerve is injured, infected, or compressed by blood vessels or tumors, it may lead to involunta...[Read More] Understanding Involuntary Twitches Near the Nose: Causes and Concerns