Heart, Family Medicine FAQ - Page 10

Chest pain and back pain issues? Hello Doctor: About two years ago, I suddenly woke up in the middle of the night due to severe stabbing pain near my heart. In the afternoon, I experienced the same type of pain again. A few days later, I had similar severe stabbing pain on the ri...

Chest pain in specific positions? Hello, doctor. I have had trouble sleeping easily since my student days. In the past three to four years, I have noticed that sleeping in a position where my body is flat, my arms are raised, and my head is resting on the pillow helps me fall asl...

Intermittent sharp pain in the central area of the clavicle (depression)? Based on the symptoms described, you should consider seeing a specialist in orthopedics or a physician specializing in musculoskeletal disorders. They can evaluate your condition and determine the underlyin...

Health examination report issues? Hello Doctor: Recently, the employee health check report was released, and there were some red flags in the report. I would like to inquire about the possible issues related to the following items/test values/units/reference: - Epith. (Sediment)...

Shortness of breath? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about my recent difficulty in breathing, which feels like there is a blockage in my throat, and I keep experiencing hiccups. Which specialty should I consult for this condition?

Blood vessels become more prominent? Hello Doctor, I am 160 cm tall and weigh around 70 kg. Previously, my veins were not very visible. However, this past week, I have noticed that the blue veins on the inner side of my wrists have become more prominent (they appear bluer, and th...

Non-ionic contrast agent for brain CT (computed tomography)? CT scan of the brain: I have had diabetes for 8 years, and my recent blood tests show normal kidney function. Below are the medications I am taking: Metabolism specialist: Metformin HCl 850 mg, Lyrica (pregabalin) 75 ...

Chest tightness and difficulty in digestion? Hello Doctor: Recently, I have noticed that my stomach is not feeling well. I often experience difficulty digesting food, bloating, and an inability to burp. A while ago, I had diarrhea, but it doesn't happen frequently. I also fe...

Shoulder and neck tension along with issues on the left side of the body? Initially, I experienced tightness in my neck and went to an orthopedic specialist for an X-ray, which indicated a straightening of the cervical spine. However, there hasn't been much improvement. Duri...

Shortness of breath, rapid heartbeat, insomnia, constipation? I am currently a high school student with no obesity issues and no history of congenital heart disease or asthma. A few years ago, a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner suggested that I might have an arrhythmia, ...

Hypokalemia, hormonal imbalance, palpitations? Hello doctor, I often feel discomfort in my throat, like something is stuck. Sometimes I also experience anxiety or palpitations. After work, when I get home to rest, I inexplicably feel cold. I frequently have low potassium levels. ...

Swollen face? In recent days, I have been waking up with a swollen face. I feel tightness in the upper half of the right side of my face, and sometimes I can noticeably feel the swelling, although it is not painful; rather, it feels tight when I move it. My gums and teeth do not ...

Numbness in the limbs and pain in the lower back and hips? I have been experiencing numbness and pain for the past six months. When sitting, I feel soreness and numbness in my hips and lower back (the pain is localized in this area, and after sitting for a while, I can't sta...

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...

After taking the Japanese B-complex supplement, I experienced numbness in the soles of my feet? Hello Doctor: I am a 54-year-old woman with two children, currently taking medications for heart disease, pseudodiabetes, and sleeping pills (taken before bed). I have been experiencin...

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...

Rapid pulse issue Hello, doctor. I have been measuring my blood pressure and pulse rate myself. My systolic blood pressure is usually around 120, and my pulse rate is between 80 and 90. What is the ideal pulse rate? I've heard that a pulse rate above 70 may be associated wit...

I have been frequently experiencing fainting spells lately? Hello Doctor: In the past two weeks, I have frequently experienced hiccups at night and sudden abdominal cramps. When I go to the bathroom to have a bowel movement, I often feel dizzy, break out in a cold sweat, and my f...

Pulsating mass I recently felt a lump in the upper left part of my abdomen that pulsates like a heartbeat, and sometimes my stomach feels a bit uncomfortable and bloated.

During deep breathing, there is a tightness and stabbing pain in the left chest, along with an increased heart rate? Hello Doctor, on July 27th during the day, I experienced diarrhea (about 5 to 6 times) and developed a fever at night (around 38.3 degrees Celsius). The following ...