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?
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: 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 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 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 COVID-19 Transmission Risks in Social Settings
Transmission potential of Wuhan pneumonia? Hello, doctor. Last week I had a bit of a cold and went to see an ENT specialist. I'm still taking medication. The doctor said my lungs sounded fine, but I sometimes have a sore throat along with phlegm and nasal discharge, so I was...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Miss Ning Ning: 1. The Wuhan pneumonia virus (COVID-19 virus) belongs to the second type of coronavirus (also known as β-coronavirus); it is an enveloped RNA virus with a large genome (26-32 kb) and is classified as a zoonotic virus. Currently, the primary transmission rout...[Read More] Understanding COVID-19 Transmission Risks in Social Settings
Chronic Headaches and Back Pain: Seeking Solutions for Relief
Severe headache and lower back pain? I have been experiencing chronic headaches (since kindergarten, and they have been getting worse). I previously underwent a brain scan at Gengxin Hospital and an MRI at Taipei Heping Hospital, both of which reported no issues and diagnosed me ...
Dr. Chen Bozhang Reply:
Dear Ms. Ko83277, The long-term headache symptoms you described appear to be indicative of severe chronic migraine, which significantly impacts your daily life. If treatment at one hospital has not been effective, you might consider seeking a second opinion at another neurology ...[Read More] Chronic Headaches and Back Pain: Seeking Solutions for Relief
Recognizing Early Signs of Rabies: What to Watch for During the Incubation Period
Dear Dr. Hsiao: If a patient unfortunately contracts rabies, are there any unusual signs that can be detected during the incubation period before the onset of early symptoms? In 2017, a female patient in Xi'an, China, experienced frequent urination, urgency, numbness in the ...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
In 2017, a female patient in Xi'an, China, developed frequent urination, urgency, numbness in the leg where she was bitten by a dog, and back pain after more than 20 days post-bite. After seeing local orthopedic and urology specialists without improvement, her condition wors...[Read More] Recognizing Early Signs of Rabies: What to Watch for During the Incubation Period
Understanding Persistent Low-Grade Fever: Causes and Concerns
Persistent low-grade fever related issues? Hello Doctor, since March 29, I have been experiencing a temperature between 37.5 and 38 degrees Celsius, but I haven't felt particularly unwell, only mild diarrhea and muscle soreness. I work in the service industry and commute by ...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Ms. W: 1. Based on your description, while it cannot be completely ruled out, the likelihood of contracting COVID-19 is low. 2. There are many causes for fever, chills, and respiratory symptoms; if these symptoms persist, rather than worrying, it would be better to discuss ...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Low-Grade Fever: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Fluctuating Body Temperature and Headaches: A Family Medicine Perspective
Abnormal body temperature Hello, Doctor. For the past few months, my ear temperature has been fluctuating between 37.5 and 39 degrees Celsius, but the duration is unstable. Since March, I have been experiencing headaches (mostly starting from the back of my head, slightly relieve...
Dr. Ye Qianyu Reply:
Hello! Based on your description, you have experienced elevated body temperature for several months, reaching fever levels. Please recall when you experience fever each day. Is it continuous or intermittent? Have you noticed any weight loss, swollen lymph nodes, or decreased appe...[Read More] Understanding Fluctuating Body Temperature and Headaches: A Family Medicine Perspective
Which Specialist to See for Severe Headaches and Fatigue?
Which specialty should I see? Headache and poor mental condition? Hello Doctor: Recently, my headaches have significantly increased, accompanied by pain around my eyes. I often feel dizzy, weak, and have low energy, yet I still feel fatigued and yawn frequently despite maintainin...
Dr. Liao Yaopan Reply:
Hello, regarding your concerns, it is recommended that you first consult your family physician for an evaluation. If necessary, they can refer you to other specialists. Please note that online consultations are not equivalent to in-person visits and cannot provide diagnoses or tr...[Read More] Which Specialist to See for Severe Headaches and Fatigue?
Understanding Eye Issues and Headaches: When to Seek Medical Help
Eye problems can sometimes be accompanied by headaches? During regular activities such as reading or using the computer, I do not experience any flashes. However, I notice flashes when I exert myself during bowel movements or while doing deep squats. A year ago, I experienced man...
Dr. Liao Yaopan Reply:
Hello, regarding your inquiry, it is recommended to seek assistance from an ophthalmologist for evaluation. Online consultations are not equivalent to in-person visits and cannot provide diagnoses or treatment recommendations. Changhua Hospital cares about you.[Read More] Understanding Eye Issues and Headaches: When to Seek Medical Help