Family medicine, Family Medicine FAQ - Page 61

The hands/feet or toes often experience redness and swelling? Hello, Doctor. I often experience unexplained inflammation and swelling, approximately once every 1 to 2 months, mostly occurring in the big toes of my hands and feet. Each time I visit a general clinic, I am prescribe...

Breath has a smell of alcohol? Hello, Dr. Hsu. I usually do not drink alcohol (I consume less than 1000cc of beer per year). When I do drink, I quickly experience full-body warmth and redness, but I do not have any allergies. However, in recent years, I have occasionally noticed ...

Numbness in the hands during sleep? Hello Doctor: I often experience numbness in my hands while sleeping, particularly in the palms. I usually can't maintain one sleeping position for too long without feeling numbness in my hands. However, I don't have any particular se...

I have trouble sleeping every day? Hello Doctor: I often have trouble sleeping at night, tossing and turning, which makes me feel very uncomfortable. I find that sleeping on my stomach is somewhat better. However, after I wake up, I feel stiffness in my shoulders, and when I move...

Is it considered a disease?! It seems that about a year or two ago, I started experiencing sudden chest tightness, making it difficult to breathe and causing rapid breathing. It felt like I was struggling to get air. Later on, it seemed to improve somewhat, but recently, I have s...

Hair loss issues? Hello, over the past week or two, I have been experiencing some symptoms: 1. Severe hair loss 2. Difficulty breathing (shortness of breath) 3. My mood seems to be unstable (easily irritable) 4. It feels like there is something in my throat when I eat, making it ...

Inner ear imbalance Dr. Hsu: I apologize for bothering you again. I’m not sure if it’s due to stress, but my physical condition has been fluctuating. After experiencing menstrual cramps, I immediately felt dizzy. A few days ago, I visited an internist and reported symptoms includ...

Oil drainage Hello Doctor: In the past three months, I have occasionally noticed an oily discharge when passing gas, and my stools sometimes have a greasy appearance, although it doesn't happen every time. I have a history of hyperlipidemia and fatty liver. I haven't ta...

Mild lower back pain Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing slight pain in my left lower back for the past 2 to 3 months (it's just a mild sensation), but sometimes I don't feel it at all. The pain seems to originate from within my body, and I noticed it during a twisti...

A painful lump that disappears? Sometimes my body suddenly develops a hard lump that is very painful to touch, but it disappears after about 5 to 6 days. Most of these lumps appear in the upper and lower abdomen, and I have also experienced them near the collarbone. I am unsure o...

Dizziness and wrist numbness? I have been experiencing wrist numbness for a while now, and I initially thought it was due to excessive computer use. I previously consulted a doctor and underwent some tests, and the doctor prescribed vitamin B, which improved my condition. However...

Consult a physician? Hello, doctor. Around June 12, I started developing a rash all over my body. At first, I didn't pay much attention to it, but after a week, it got worse. I visited a dermatologist, who diagnosed it as eczema and prescribed oral medication and topical tre...

A low white blood cell (WBC) count of 3520 requires careful evaluation. Here are some steps to consider for management: 1. **Identify the Cause**: Determine the underlying reason for the low WBC count. This could include infections, bone marrow disorders, autoimmune diseases, or...

excuse me? If you feel dizzy and unsteady after squatting and standing up, you should consult a specialist in neurology or a primary care physician. They can help evaluate your symptoms and determine the underlying cause.

Abnormal growths on the skin? In recent years, I have noticed many small flat moles on my chest and arms, but I didn't pay much attention to them. However, in the past month, I suddenly discovered raised lesions along my hairline, under my armpits, and on my buttocks. They a...

Regarding the tuberculosis skin test for studying abroad? Dear Dr. Hsu, I will be going to the United States for further studies in August, and the school has provided a list of required vaccinations and examinations. I have obtained my vaccination record card from the health ce...

Why do I often get sick? Hello Dr. Hsu, I have been frequently experiencing colds and gastroenteritis for several weeks now, alternating between the two. I get a cold, recover, and then a few days later, I have gastroenteritis. After recovering from that, I get sick again shortl...

I feel discomfort in my throat? Hello, I feel a bit of swelling around my throat, and my breathing doesn't feel smooth. When I sleep on my side, it seems like one nostril has a smaller airflow. Is there something wrong with that side of my body?

excuse me? I sometimes experience dizziness and instability that lasts for about ten seconds. I need to hold onto something to avoid falling. I would like to know what might be causing this and which department I should visit at the hospital.

Will transitioning to Traditional Chinese Medicine lead to improvement? Doctor: Sorry to interrupt, but due to my nasal allergies, I often experience post-nasal drip that leads to bacterial infections in my throat. My sore throat hasn't improved, and it's causing severe...