Gout, Family Medicine FAQ - Page 2

Problems caused by bipolar disorder Hello, doctor. I have been diagnosed with bipolar disorder for six or seven years. Due to the bipolar disorder, I experience autonomic nervous system dysregulation, which can eventually lead to chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes,...

Regarding my father's foot pain? My father is 61 years old and has a habit of exercising in the morning, either by walking or doing calisthenics. However, he often experiences swelling and pain in his ankles or the tops of his feet. After resting for a few days, his conditio...

Obesity caused by steroid use and seeking gastric bypass surgery for weight loss? I mistakenly consumed a compounded pain medication from the pharmacy, thinking it was a regular analgesic, for four years. I took it for various types of pain, including toothaches, menstrual cramps...

Lead poisoning Hello, Dr. Tsai! Recently, my mother was diagnosed with lead poisoning at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital. However, my mother is just a housewife; she neither works in a factory nor uses any unknown cosmetics. How could she have lead poisoning? Is it possible that the...

High-protein supplements Dear Doctor, what should one be aware of when consuming high-protein supplements available on the market for muscle gain?

Dull pain Hello Doctor, in the past three months, I have started experiencing cramping pain in the soles of my feet. The first occurrence was about three months ago, when the area at the base of my toes began to hurt, but it went away on its own after about three days. The second...

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...

If you cannot eat seafood, can you take fish oil? Individuals with gout and high uric acid levels should avoid seafood. However, the consumption of fish oil may be acceptable, as it does not typically raise uric acid levels. It is advisable to consult with a healthcare profession...

Regarding daily water intake? Symptoms: I have read some reports stating that one should drink at least 1500 to 2000 cc of water per day. However, I drink less than 1500 cc daily. Whenever I drink more than 1000 cc, I have to go to the bathroom every 40 to 50 minutes, and the uri...

Individuals with high uric acid levels and gout should consider the following strategies for weight loss: 1. **Balanced Diet**: Focus on a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy products. Limit intake of purine-rich foods such as red meat, organ meats, ...

Unexplained heel pain? Hello, Doctor. Thank you for taking the time to respond to my question despite your busy schedule. About two weeks ago, I started experiencing unexplained pain in my heels every morning when I get up. The pain persists while walking and only lessens after w...

What exactly is the problem? Hello, my mother is 48 years old, overweight, and her health may not be very good. She often feels unwell, especially since mid-last year when her symptoms have worsened. Initially, she experienced discomfort in her throat and visited a clinic nearby....

Why do we sweat profusely while sleeping? Dear Dr. Hong: I personally feel neither particularly stuffy nor hot, just comfortable. However, my husband, who sleeps next to me, wakes up drenched in sweat (on his chest and back), and the sheets and comforter are also significantly we...

Foot pain Hello, I would like to ask about my father: Recently, he has been experiencing significant pain in the thigh and calf muscles above the knee joint, making it very uncomfortable for him to go up and down stairs. After a consultation, the doctor suggested that it might be...

Can cold weather cause foot pain? Hello Doctor: I have a friend who is currently studying in the UK (26 years old, male). He traveled to France a couple of days ago, but suddenly today he is experiencing abnormal pain along the edge of his foot (near the heel). With every step he...

Gout and Cardiovascular Disease Hello, my husband is 50 years old and is very career-oriented. Due to his job, he often travels extensively around the world. In November of last year, he had a 3.8 cm stent placed in his coronary artery and has been taking the prescribed medicatio...

I don't know which specialty to see? Recently, I've noticed something unusual with my left big toe. Compared to my other toes, it feels somewhat numb when I touch it (meaning I can barely feel my hand touching it). Over the past few days, I've also experienced a sh...

Thigh pain I am an office worker who sits at a desk, and over the past few months, I have been experiencing occasional unexplained pain in my left thigh while sitting without exertion. The pain is located approximately in the mid-thigh area, not at the joint. When it occurs, it c...

Feeling unwell all over..? I feel weakness in my calves (I have already completed treatment for knee joint inflammation); I have previously experienced high uric acid levels, could this lead to gout in the future? After eating, I often regurgitate liquids and food, or I experienc...

Comprehensive physical examination? Hello. What does a full body check-up include?