Chronic Fatigue and Sleep Issues: Understanding Your Health Concerns
Feeling fatigued and wanting to sleep? Recently, I've been feeling very sleepy every day, even though I sleep more than 8 hours a day. I go to bed around 1 AM and wake up between 9 and 10 AM. My health has been deteriorating since the end of last year. I went to the emergenc...
Dr. Chen Bozhang Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, the symptoms you described are quite numerous, including easy fatigue, palpitations, gum inflammation, dizziness, and so on. These symptoms are relatively nonspecific and could be caused by systemic factors such as endocrine issues, autoimmune...[Read More] Chronic Fatigue and Sleep Issues: Understanding Your Health Concerns
Struggling with Sleep and Bloating: A Family Medicine Perspective
Hello, Dr. Lai! Dr. Lai: I haven't been sleeping well for the past few days. I can't seem to fall asleep, so I thought it might be too hot and tried using the air conditioning, but it didn't help. I lie down at midnight and it takes me 1 to 2 hours to fall asleep, ...
Dr. Lai Junlong Reply:
Hello: Both physical and psychological issues can lead to sleep disturbances, and gastrointestinal discomfort may also affect sleep. The concerns raised by the online user cannot be fully understood from the message alone, so it is recommended to consult a family medicine physici...[Read More] Struggling with Sleep and Bloating: A Family Medicine Perspective
Long-Term Use of Muscle Relaxants: Tips to Avoid Side Effects
Muscle relaxants Dear Doctor, due to my neuropathic pain condition, my doctor has prescribed muscle relaxants and analgesics. What should I be aware of regarding the long-term use of these medications to avoid side effects or burdening my body?
Dr. Lai Junlong Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, long-term use of muscle relaxants should be monitored for increased liver burden, and regular liver function blood tests are recommended. Additionally, central nervous system side effects may include drowsiness, dizziness, headaches, and incre...[Read More] Long-Term Use of Muscle Relaxants: Tips to Avoid Side Effects
Understanding Your Symptoms: When to See a Doctor for Ongoing Issues
Are you feeling unwell? Hello Doctor: Last week I had a cold with a fever, but I only took leftover medication from a previous cold. The fever subsided, and I didn't see a doctor. This week, I first experienced stomach discomfort and pain all day, and then over the next few ...
Dr. Cai Jueren Reply:
Hello: Common colds are typically caused by viral infections, and the purpose of medication prescribed by doctors is to alleviate cold symptoms and the overall discomfort caused by the cold. Sometimes, colds can also be accompanied by gastrointestinal discomfort, including loss o...[Read More] Understanding Your Symptoms: When to See a Doctor for Ongoing Issues
How Much Vitamin C Should You Take Daily? Expert Insights
Vitamin C Hello, Dr. Hsieh: How many milligrams of vitamin C can be taken in a day at most?
Dr. Xie Nanguang Reply:
Vitamin C, when used as a preventive measure for the general population, is typically administered at a dosage of 45 to 60 milligrams per day. For the treatment of scurvy or hemorrhagic conditions, dosages can range from 200 to 500 milligrams per day. However, such high doses may...[Read More] How Much Vitamin C Should You Take Daily? Expert Insights