Chronic Headaches After Neck Pain: What to Do and Which Specialist to See
Suspected stiff neck for three weeks, resulting in habitual headaches? Hello, doctor. I am currently a student at National Cheng Kung University. About three weeks ago, I woke up with neck pain (it hurts when I turn my head), but I didn't think much of it. It has persisted u...
Dr. Chen Yingzhen Reply:
Dear Ah Hong, Thank you for your question. The pain you experience when turning your neck after waking up is most commonly due to a condition known as "wry neck" or "torticollis." The usual causes of this condition are poor sleeping posture and excessive slee...[Read More] Chronic Headaches After Neck Pain: What to Do and Which Specialist to See
Effective Weight Loss Strategies for College Students: A Guide
How can I lose weight? Hello Doctor! I am from Keelung and have struggled with obesity since childhood. I am 170 cm tall and weigh 85 kg. Recently, due to my weight, my girlfriend broke up with me, and my weight dropped to around 78-79 kg within three weeks. I know this is not he...
Dr. Lai Junlong Reply:
Hello: In response to your question. For your friend: there is no special method for weight loss, only the principle of "eat less and move more." Your original Body Mass Index (BMI=29.4) has already reached the standard for Class I obesity. Currently, due to a breakup, ...[Read More] Effective Weight Loss Strategies for College Students: A Guide
Understanding Occasional Head Pain Upon Waking: Causes and Concerns
The feeling of waking up occasionally? I have experienced this situation for a long time, but since it doesn't last long, I haven't paid much attention to it. Today, when I woke up, I felt a persistent sensation on the top of my head as if it had been hit, almost like t...
Dr. Cai Jueren Reply:
Hello: Your description is not sufficient for me to accurately assess your situation. It may not be pain but rather a sensation of pressure, likely caused by prolonged pressure on a specific area of the scalp. I recommend adjusting the height or firmness of your pillow; this may ...[Read More] Understanding Occasional Head Pain Upon Waking: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Unexplained Foot and Limb Cramps: Causes and When to Seek Help
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...
Dr. Cai Jueren Reply:
Hello, the symptoms you described are quite detailed. Since your pain is not severe and lasts only a few seconds, gout and arthritis can likely be ruled out. Additionally, you did not mention any trauma, so a fracture is also unlikely. However, you did not provide your height and...[Read More] Understanding Unexplained Foot and Limb Cramps: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Your Annual Health Check Results: Key Improvements for a Healthier You
Health check results Hello Dr. Hsu: Our company's annual health check-up report has been released... Since there are many red flags, I would like to ask how to improve my health. I am currently 31 years old, with a height of 177 cm and a weight of 82.1 kg. The examination re...
Dr. Xu Li'an Reply:
Hello, A-Feng. You are overweight—please lose weight. Your triglyceride levels are elevated—please reduce your intake of high-fat fried foods. Your uric acid levels are high—please decrease your consumption of high-purine foods. Fruit vinegar is considered a health food but canno...[Read More] Understanding Your Annual Health Check Results: Key Improvements for a Healthier You
Understanding a Painful Lump Between the Breasts: When to Seek Help
A small protrusion has developed below the chest? Hello Doctor, Patient: Female, approximately 22 years old, height: 160 cm, weight: 43 kg. Last month, a protrusion appeared between her breasts, which has been growing larger, reaching a maximum diameter of about 1.5 cm and a he...
Dr. Zhan Deqin Reply:
You should first see a general surgeon; it shouldn't be a major issue.[Read More] Understanding a Painful Lump Between the Breasts: When to Seek Help
Struggling with Weight Control: Seeking Help for Effective Weight Loss
I love to eat... I want to lose weight... but I have always struggled to control my portion sizes? I am 158 cm tall and weigh 58 kg. I've loved eating since elementary school, and I tend to gain weight all over my body. I want to lose 5 to 10 kg. I've tried dieting, but...
Dr. Liao Yaopan Reply:
Hello, Xiao Yu: The current indicator for assessing obesity is the Body Mass Index (BMI), calculated by dividing weight (in kilograms) by the square of height (in meters), or BW/(Ht)². A normal BMI ranges from 20 to 24. This can help you evaluate what weight range is considered i...[Read More] Struggling with Weight Control: Seeking Help for Effective Weight Loss
Essential Components of a Balanced Diet: What to Include Daily?
Dietary Nutrition Hello Dr. Tsai: Is a balanced diet one that requires daily intake of fish, meat, eggs, dairy, beans, vegetables, fruits, and whole grains? What does "whole grains" refer to? Tom
Dr. Cai Jueren Reply:
Yes, we need to consume a balanced diet of these foods every day. Grains and tubers are also staple foods, such as noodles, rice, and flour products. Additionally, starchy foods like sweet potatoes, taro, potatoes, yams, mung beans, red beans, and job's tears also belong to ...[Read More] Essential Components of a Balanced Diet: What to Include Daily?
Understanding Low Blood Pressure and Managing Fatty Liver Disease
The issue of hypotension? Hello Doctor, my father is 48 years old, with a height of 173 cm. His blood pressure is 97/52 mmHg and his pulse is 78 bpm. He has fatty liver disease. I have two questions for you: 1. Does this blood pressure count as low blood pressure, and how shoul...
Dr. Huang Mingde Reply:
1. Your father's blood pressure is acceptable, but it is still recommended for him to measure it once a day. 2. There is no need for medication for fatty liver; it is advised to eat more fruits and engage in moderate exercise.[Read More] Understanding Low Blood Pressure and Managing Fatty Liver Disease
Effective Weight Loss Strategies: Why Your Efforts May Not Show Results
Weight loss-related issues? Hello, my current height is 162 cm and my weight is 58 kg. I started increasing my exercise and reducing my food intake one and a half months ago. On average, I attend three aerobic dance classes per week, each lasting one hour. Additionally, I try to ...
Dr. Huang Jianling Reply:
Jenny: Your standard weight range is approximately 48 to 63 kilograms. At 58 kilograms, you are within the standard range, so losing more weight may not be easy. Exercising three times a week is sufficient, but increasing it to five times a week would be ideal. Regarding your die...[Read More] Effective Weight Loss Strategies: Why Your Efforts May Not Show Results
Essential Guide to First-Time Health Checkups: What to Expect and Prepare
Health check-up Hello! If you're considering your first health check-up, here are some recommended tests you might want to include: 1. **Complete Blood Count (CBC)** - This test evaluates your overall health and detects a variety of disorders, such as anemia and infection....
Dr. Huang Jianling Reply:
Please call our hospital's health examination center, and the nursing staff will provide detailed answers. Alternatively, you can visit our hospital's family medicine website for more information. The health examination center's phone number is (03) 369-9721, exten...[Read More] Essential Guide to First-Time Health Checkups: What to Expect and Prepare
Understanding Military Service Health Checks: What to Expect
Health examination for military service? Dr. Huang: Hello! I would like to ask you about the military service health examination. Many hospitals' family medicine departments offer military service health examination services. Could you please tell me what items are generally...
Dr. Huang Jianling Reply:
The health examination items for conscripts include height, weight, blood pressure and pulse, internal medicine, surgery, dentistry, otolaryngology, ophthalmology, psychiatry, chest X-ray, syphilis, HIV, hemoglobin, and urinalysis. Additionally, "liver function tests" a...[Read More] Understanding Military Service Health Checks: What to Expect
Is Bariatric Surgery Safe for Obese Patients with Heart Conditions?
Overweight Hello Dr. Huang: A while ago, I was hospitalized at your facility, but I feel that my treatment was not very effective. During my over one-month stay, I only saw a doctor 3 to 4 times, was advised to eat meal replacements, and did not undergo any specific tests. The re...
Dr. Huang Jianling Reply:
A person without dreams: Height 147 cm, weight 145 kg, has reached the level of morbid obesity. It is recommended to visit a family medicine clinic to evaluate whether there are endocrine issues, dietary habits, exercise deficiencies, or poor lifestyle choices contributing to the...[Read More] Is Bariatric Surgery Safe for Obese Patients with Heart Conditions?
Which Medical Specialty Should I Consult for Gastric Sleeve Surgery?
Which specialty should I see? Hello! My height is 160 cm and my weight is approximately 100 kg. I am currently considering gastric sleeve surgery. Which specialty clinic should I start with? Thank you!
Dr. Huang Jianling Reply:
Linda: You can find relevant information at the following website: En Chu Kong Hospital - Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery Center http://www.obesity.idv.tw/contents/operation.htm Sincerely, Dr. Huang Jian-Ling.[Read More] Which Medical Specialty Should I Consult for Gastric Sleeve Surgery?
Should I Take My Husband for a Check-Up? Understanding Family Cancer Risks
Which specialist should I take my husband to see? Seven years ago, I married into a family where my father-in-law has liver cancer. He has maintained good health overall, but has undergone partial liver resection and multiple embolization procedures. I later learned that my fathe...
Dr. Xie Nanguang Reply:
The concerns mentioned in your letter are indeed worrisome! However, based on the content of your letter, some points are unclear or lacking. Here are my interpretations: 1. I recommend visiting a "Family Medicine" outpatient clinic. 2. If someone in the family has can...[Read More] Should I Take My Husband for a Check-Up? Understanding Family Cancer Risks
Can You Still Grow Taller After Growth Plates Close?
Can I still grow taller? Hello doctor, I previously asked you how to grow taller. If the growth plates have fused, will playing basketball, jumping rope, and doing high jump exercises still help in growing taller?
Dr. Huang Jianling Reply:
Hello Judy: The growth plates typically fuse after the age of sixteen or seventeen. Once the growth plates have fused, further height increase is not possible, so administering growth hormones or engaging in exercise will not result in additional height. Sincerely, Dr. Huang Jian...[Read More] Can You Still Grow Taller After Growth Plates Close?
How to Address Height Concerns: Which Specialist to Consult?
What to do if you have stopped growing taller? To increase height, which medical specialty should one consult?
Dr. Huang Jianling Reply:
According to research by the FDA, exercise is the most effective method to stimulate growth. During puberty, increasing calcium intake is particularly beneficial for height growth. Other nutrients such as vitamin D, vitamin C, and minerals like zinc and magnesium, as well as prot...[Read More] How to Address Height Concerns: Which Specialist to Consult?
Is My Calorie Calculation Accurate? A Guide for Healthy Weight Loss
Regarding the calorie chart you have created, it's uncertain whether it is accurate? Hello, I would like to ask the doctor if my calorie calculations are correct. Is it true that to lose one kilogram, one must burn 7,700 calories? Currently, my height and weight are 173 cm a...
Dr. Huang Jianling Reply:
Hello, Xiaoxu: To lose one kilogram of fat, you need to burn 7,700 calories. Your ideal body weight is 65.8 kg (ranging from 55.3 to 71.5 kg), so there is no need for you to lose weight. For individuals with a moderate level of physical activity, the daily caloric requirement is ...[Read More] Is My Calorie Calculation Accurate? A Guide for Healthy Weight Loss
The Relationship Between Body Fat and Cholesterol Levels Explained
The relationship between body fat and cholesterol? Hello Dr. Huang, I would like to ask you about the relationship between body fat and cholesterol. I recently measured my body fat using a body fat scale, and the result was as high as 45% (weight 58 kg, height 162 cm), which is a...
Dr. Huang Jianling Reply:
Hello ICY users: Adipose tissue is primarily composed of triglycerides and serves as an effective insulator, existing in subcutaneous tissue and the abdominal cavity. Body fat analyzers mainly measure body fat by utilizing differences in electrical resistance. Cholesterol is dist...[Read More] The Relationship Between Body Fat and Cholesterol Levels Explained
How to Gain Weight Without Increasing Belly Fat: A Guide
Want to gain weight? Why do I still have a small belly even though I'm very thin? I want to gain weight, but I'm afraid my belly will get bigger. What should I do?
Dr. Huang Jianling Reply:
Hello, funny netizen: The standard Body Mass Index (BMI) for men is between 18.5 and 24 (weight in kg divided by height in m²). Being too thin or too overweight is not good. If you are unable to gain weight but have abdominal obesity, it is advisable to visit a hospital's fa...[Read More] How to Gain Weight Without Increasing Belly Fat: A Guide