Fever, Family Medicine FAQ - Page 17

Experiencing mild fever during the night with temperatures ranging from 37°C to 37.4°C? My boyfriend has been experiencing fevers ranging from 37°C to 37.4°C during the night for the past few days. We have visited three different hospitals, but there has been no improvement. Now,...

I want to see a doctor, but I'm not sure how to identify the right treatment for my symptoms? Hello, doctor. My situation is as follows: I have a slight cold, which mainly involved sneezing. While taking an exam, I experienced some mild headaches and a warm sensation in my e...

Diarrhea without abdominal pain? On the first day, I experienced lower back pain, followed by a headache, and then I had a fever at night. The next day, I didn't feel much discomfort, but after lunch, I vomited. On the third day, I still didn't feel much discomfort. On ...

What are the symptoms of Japanese encephalitis? Hello Doctor, I visited a friend in Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital on June 17th and 18th. Since returning, I have been feeling fatigued, experiencing mild discomfort in my body, and tightness in my shoulders and neck. I init...

Fever of unknown origin (FUO) Hello, I would like to inquire about a family member (male) who has been experiencing unexplained fever multiple times over the past week, often reaching 38.5°C at night. He visited a general outpatient clinic, but the doctor could not determine the ...

Slight fever Hello, Dr. Liao. I am asking a question on behalf of my mother. She was hospitalized for an open fracture and underwent surgery before the Lunar New Year, and she was discharged to rest at home before the holiday. Recently, over the past two days, we have measured he...

Persistent dull pain in the lower right abdomen? Hello Doctor, I am currently studying in the UK. Due to the tiered healthcare system in the UK, it takes a long time to wait for referrals, so I am asking here. Thank you very much for your response. I have been experiencing pain i...

Vasculitis (Forwarded from the Director's mailbox) Hello, I would like to ask if the Department of Health can provide me with a guide for emergency medical care. My daughter has recently been diagnosed with vasculitis. Her symptoms started with small insect bites and have pr...

Woke up in the morning with unusual pain in the back of the neck? Two days ago, I woke up with severe pain in my neck, making it impossible to turn my head or look up and down without intense pain. My neck feels very stiff, and this condition has persisted for two days. Additiona...

Medical consultation-related issues? Hello Dr. Chen, I visited your clinic yesterday to receive the yellow fever vaccine, but I forgot to ask some questions. Since I will be leaving Taiwan for about six months during the summer vacation, and I have a somewhat weakened immune syst...

The normal body temperature for humans is typically around 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit (37 degrees Celsius), although it can vary slightly from person to person and can range from about 97°F (36.1°C Hello, doctor. I would like to ask what the normal temperature range for the human bo...

The frustrating symptoms make it difficult for me to live normally? A little over a month ago, I experienced a series of sudden fevers. After taking medication, the fever returned a few days later. At that time, I did not see a doctor and instead went to a local pharmacy to get s...

Lip ulcer Hello Doctor: I have multiple small sores on both my upper and lower lips, and one in my throat. They are all small and not painful, and I do not have a fever or rash, nor have I developed any blisters. My overall energy is good, my appetite is fine, and I am sleeping w...

Strange Symptoms After a Cold On July 21 and 22, I had a cold with symptoms of dizziness and headache. I experienced a low-grade fever and occasional sweating, but never had a high fever. On July 23, I no longer had a headache but had a runny nose and sneezing (I usually have all...

Fainting without any apparent reason? A few days ago, after drinking with friends, I suddenly felt dizzy while standing on the street. I was unsteady on my feet, had weakness in my limbs, and then fainted, seemingly losing consciousness briefly. However, I quickly regained awaren...

Is this fluctuation in body temperature normal? Hello Doctor: Since October of last year, due to work fatigue, emotional stress, and irregular eating and sleeping habits, I have experienced difficulty sleeping for over two weeks, frequent diarrhea, and later developed gastroesoph...

Fever of unknown origin and headache? Doctor: Recently, my friend has been experiencing unexplained fevers and headaches. The first time I took him to a large hospital's emergency department, the doctor only performed a rapid test and, after seeing the results, stated that i...

Patient's mood Hello Dr. Lai, my father had a car accident at the beginning of September and suffered a fracture in his right knee. Recently, he has developed several complications, such as a gastric ulcer, fever, and osteomyelitis. He has only been able to stand slightly an...

Foreign body ingestion I accidentally swallowed a cotton ball. Will there be any problems?

Go to the hospital? Doctor, is the likelihood of contracting H1N1 high if I go to the hospital now? If I wear an N95 mask throughout and frequently use hand sanitizer, will that be sufficient to avoid it? Are there other methods to prevent it? Should I be worried about going?