Understanding Head Pain Above the Ears: Causes and Remedies
Pain in the head above the ear? Pain in the area above the left ear that then shifts to the right ear, followed by intense pain in the area above both ears, along with a pulsating sensation near the left ear, may indicate a type of headache, possibly a tension-type headache or a ...
Dr. Ye Qianyu Reply:
Hello! Based on your description, the symptoms are consistent with a headache. Please observe if you have a fever or neck stiffness. If so, please seek medical attention at a healthcare facility.[Read More] Understanding Head Pain Above the Ears: Causes and Remedies
Understanding Persistent Headaches: Causes and Recovery Time
Following up on the previous issue regarding physical problems (headache)? Hello Dr. Yeh, I previously asked about my health issues on August 25 (link: <a href="https://adoctor.tw/article/159959">#159959</a>). My body aches significantly improved on August 2...
Dr. Ye Qianyu Reply:
Hello! Based on your description, there are many potential triggers for headaches. I recommend that you measure your body temperature and blood pressure. If either is elevated, it is advisable to seek treatment at a medical facility.[Read More] Understanding Persistent Headaches: Causes and Recovery Time
Understanding Your Symptoms: Is It Just a Cold or Something More?
Physical issues Hello, Doctor Yeh. Let me describe my physical condition: I remember taking a cold shower on April 24th, and the next afternoon (April 25th), I started experiencing headaches, body aches, and then developed a fever in the evening. Strangely, by the next day (April...
Dr. Ye Qianyu Reply:
Hello! Based on your description, it may be an acute respiratory infection, but I cannot provide a diagnosis. I recommend that you monitor your symptoms, and if they persist, you should seek medical attention at a healthcare facility.[Read More] Understanding Your Symptoms: Is It Just a Cold or Something More?
Managing Persistent Heat Sensation and Discomfort: A Guide
Fever I have been feeling a noticeable warmth in my body, neck, and head over the past few weeks, with a body temperature ranging from 36.9 to 37.2 degrees Celsius. Previously, I also experienced difficulty breathing. I consulted a traditional Chinese medicine doctor who diagnose...
Dr. Wu Zongying Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to make adjustments in three areas: First, reduce the consumption of fried foods, pastries, hot pot dishes, and spicy-sour foods. Second, choose clothing that is breathable, made of cotton, sweat-absorbent, and sleeveless. Third, drink plenty of water (no...[Read More] Managing Persistent Heat Sensation and Discomfort: A Guide
Could Tooth Decay Be Causing My Left-Sided Pain and Discomfort?
I have been experiencing tightness and pain in my left chest, along with tightness in the left side of my neck and throat pain. Could this be related to a cavity? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask for your advice. In February, I suddenly experienced tightness, soreness, and numbn...
Dr. Liao Yaopan Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it may be difficult to explain your symptoms with a single disease, as there could be various reasons causing multiple discomforts. Dental issues should be properly addressed, and chest pain must be evaluated to rule out any cardiopulmonary abnor...[Read More] Could Tooth Decay Be Causing My Left-Sided Pain and Discomfort?
Chronic Mysterious Illness: Seeking the Right Specialist for Relief
Unexplained chronic illness Hello Dr. Chen, two months ago, I started experiencing numbness in my right little finger and ring finger. There is also significant pain on the inner side of my right elbow and in my right armpit. Three days ago, I began to feel pain below my right cl...
Dr. Chen Bozhang Reply:
Dear Mr. Anonymous, Regarding your letter mentioning the numbness in your right little finger and ring finger, from a neurological perspective, it may be due to compression or inflammation of the ulnar nerve. Additionally, with the pain in the inner side of your right elbow and ...[Read More] Chronic Mysterious Illness: Seeking the Right Specialist for Relief
Understanding Symptoms: Shortness of Breath, Dizziness, and Visual Disturbances
Shortness of breath, gradual loss of vision, feeling lightheaded or unsteady? Hello Dr. Yeh, I initially suspected anemia; however, during my previous health check-up, although my levels were close to the borderline, my blood results were within the acceptable range. I apologize...
Dr. Ye Qianyu Reply:
Hello! Based on your description, you have mild anemia and orthostatic hypotension. It is recommended that you visit a general internal medicine clinic.[Read More] Understanding Symptoms: Shortness of Breath, Dizziness, and Visual Disturbances
Understanding Symptoms: When to Seek Medical Check-ups for Teens
Physical discomfort? I have been experiencing symptoms such as asthma, palpitations, irritability, and frequent headaches lately. Should I go for a medical examination or a health check-up? If I am under 18, can a general medical examination detect any health issues?
Dr. Huang Xunying Reply:
Hello. A general health check-up typically starts with the simplest assessments, which may help you get examined from head to toe, but it may not identify all potential risk factors for diseases. It is recommended to seek consultation at a family medicine clinic.[Read More] Understanding Symptoms: When to Seek Medical Check-ups for Teens
Persistent Fever for a Week: Understanding Unexplained Symptoms
Persistent high fever for one week? I have been experiencing a high fever of about 38.3 degrees Celsius at night, accompanied by a headache, for the past 8 days. I do not have any other cold symptoms such as cough, runny nose, or sore throat. There is no abdominal pain, and only ...
Dr. Liao Yaopan Reply:
Hello, if you have a persistently elevated body temperature, it is advisable to investigate the underlying cause. It is recommended to consult an infectious disease specialist for evaluation to rule out the possibility of infection. Additionally, autoimmune diseases or tumors can...[Read More] Persistent Fever for a Week: Understanding Unexplained Symptoms
Persistent Warm Sensation in Hands, Feet, and Stomach: Causes and Concerns
Long-term sensation of heat in the hands, feet, and stomach? I would like to ask about my long-term experience of feeling a constant warmth in my hands, feet, and stomach every day. I have undergone tests for thyroid function and autoimmune antibodies, and everything came back no...
Dr. Wu Zongying Reply:
Hello: Individuals with hyperthyroidism may experience increased body temperature, trembling hands, a rapid heartbeat, and possible swelling in the front of the neck. Thyroid-related hormones and ultrasound can be tested for confirmation. If you are concerned that your elevated b...[Read More] Persistent Warm Sensation in Hands, Feet, and Stomach: Causes and Concerns
Can You Get Rabies from Touching a Wild Cat's Saliva?
Could this lead to a rabies infection? I touched a wild kitten tonight, and its behavior seemed normal. I came into contact with its mouth and saliva for about twenty seconds, and then I scratched an already scabbed wound. Is there a risk of infection?
Dr. Cai Dongqi Reply:
Hello, the rabies virus is primarily found in the saliva of animals and is mainly transmitted directly from animals to humans. The risk of transmission through saliva exposed to the air is relatively low. If you experience symptoms such as fever, chills, sore throat, headache, or...[Read More] Can You Get Rabies from Touching a Wild Cat's Saliva?
Managing Sleep Disorders in Epilepsy Patients: Seeking Solutions
Sleep issues Hello, Doctor. I have issues with epilepsy and sleep disorders, and I have been consistently visiting the hospital for consultations and medication. However, my epilepsy seems to be more severe (I frequently have grand mal seizures and have been hospitalized), so my ...
Dr. Liao Yaopan Reply:
Hello, regarding your sleep issues, they are indeed quite complex. It is recommended that you consult both a neurologist and a psychiatrist to collaboratively adjust your medications for improvement. Additionally, engaging in moderate exercise and stress relief, while ensuring a ...[Read More] Managing Sleep Disorders in Epilepsy Patients: Seeking Solutions
Understanding Right Lower Rib Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Tenderness upon palpation of the lower edge of the right rib cage? Hello Dr. Hsiao, I have been experiencing pain when pressing on the lower right rib and the junction with the abdominal cavity for almost a month. I hardly feel anything when not pressing. Could you please advise ...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Mr. Cyl: 1. There are many causes of right upper abdominal pain. Common causes include liver tumors, intrahepatic bile duct diseases, chronic cholecystitis, gallstones, right kidney stones, right lower lobe pneumonia or pleuritis, angina pectoris, peptic ulcers, lesions in ...[Read More] Understanding Right Lower Rib Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Headaches: Causes, Management, and When to Seek Help
Causes of Headaches and Recommended Management Strategies Hello, I often experience headaches, at least once a month, which feel like they are coming from deep within my eye sockets, accompanied by nausea. Occasionally, I may vomit. After lying down for a short rest of about half...
Dr. Chen Bozhang Reply:
Hello! It is recommended that you consult with a family medicine clinic for a professional diagnosis to avoid delaying treatment. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Headaches: Causes, Management, and When to Seek Help
Should You Get Rabies and Tetanus Shots After Cat Scratches?
Scratched by a feral cat? If your daughter was scratched by a stray cat, it is important to consider rabies and tetanus vaccinations. Since she was scratched three times by different cats, it is advisable to consult a healthcare professional. For rabies, the risk depends on the...
Dr. Chen Bozhang Reply:
Hello! The initial symptoms of rabies are nonspecific, such as fever, sore throat, chills, malaise, loss of appetite, vomiting, difficulty breathing, cough, weakness, anxiety, and headache, or specific symptoms related to the site of a bite or scratch. After several days, symptom...[Read More] Should You Get Rabies and Tetanus Shots After Cat Scratches?
Understanding Sleep-Related Numbness and Dizziness: Causes and Concerns
Numbness in the hands, feet, and head, as well as dizziness during sleep? Hello Dr. Hsiao, Over the past year, I have experienced intermittent numbness in my hands, feet, and head while sleeping. This does not occur continuously but happens during the sleep process. It seems to ...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Miss, 1. There are many causes for numbness in the hands, feet, and head; more common and serious issues include atherosclerosis, atrial fibrillation, gout, hypertension, diabetes, cervical and lumbar spine diseases, vitamin deficiencies, and autonomic nervous system disord...[Read More] Understanding Sleep-Related Numbness and Dizziness: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Neck Sounds: Are They Normal or a Sign of Injury?
Cervical spine bones Hello, Dr. Hsiao. This morning, when I was opening the breakfast shop and looked in the mirror at my teeth, I might have been in a bit of a rush. When I tilted my head up, I heard a slight sound that I couldn't tell if it was from my shoulder, neck, or s...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Miss Mei-Yun: 1. Osteoporosis is a disease characterized by a decrease in bone mass, leading to the hollowing of the skeletal structure and an increased risk of fractures. Although the effects of osteoporosis are systemic, areas with relatively larger surface areas, such as...[Read More] Understanding Neck Sounds: Are They Normal or a Sign of Injury?
Understanding Unexplained Hemoptysis: Causes and Next Steps
Abnormal vomiting of blood, known as hematemesis, can be caused by various medical conditions. Some common causes include: 1. **Gastrointestinal bleeding**: This can occur due to ulcers, gastritis, or esophageal varices. 2? A family member, a 23-year-old male currently abroad, h...
Dr. Liao Yaopan Reply:
Hello, the text mentions "hemoptysis." Gastrointestinal issues must be evaluated; online consultations are not equivalent to in-person medical visits and cannot provide diagnoses or treatment recommendations. Changhua Hospital cares about you.[Read More] Understanding Unexplained Hemoptysis: Causes and Next Steps
Understanding Persistent Itching: When to Consult a Specialist
Itchy sensation from the widow's peak to the forehead, extending to the bridge of the nose and the upper and lower gums? Since childhood, I have experienced itching issues from the widow's peak down to the bridge of my nose and along the gums of my upper and lower front...
Dr. Ye Qianyu Reply:
Hello! Abnormal neurological sensations that severely affect sleep may warrant a consultation with a psychiatrist.[Read More] Understanding Persistent Itching: When to Consult a Specialist
Understanding Persistent Hiccups: Causes and Treatment Options
Forced Hiccup Six months ago, I suddenly started experiencing a persistent hiccuping sensation while leaning on the table. Although it is referred to as hiccups, there are times when I haven't eaten much, and there are no signs of bloating or gastrointestinal issues, yet I s...
Dr. Ye Qianyu Reply:
Hello! It is recommended that you seek consultation with a gastroenterologist specializing in hepatobiliary medicine.[Read More] Understanding Persistent Hiccups: Causes and Treatment Options