Medication, Family Medicine FAQ - Page 46

Young people with unexplained hypertension? Hello, Doctor Lai. I take medication for schizophrenia every day, and I am not on any other medications (I have been on this medication for about nine years). This week, I had my blood pressure and pulse checked at the hospital. The fir...

Facial muscle soreness and headache? Hello, Doctor: I have been experiencing facial pain for nearly two weeks, and I can feel what seems to be two elongated structures near my ear. I'm not sure if they are muscles or nerves, but they are noticeably swollen and extend from ne...

Health check report: Urine and stool issues? Recently, I underwent a health check-up due to work requirements, and the test results showed positive reactions for proteinuria and fecal occult blood. Should I see a family medicine doctor, or which specialist should I consult? I hav...

Hyperthyroidism, frozen shoulder, and a sensation of pressure in the neck? Hello, I am fifty-five years old. I had hyperthyroidism at the ages of twenty-four and thirty-two, and it has recurred this year. I have been seeing a specialist at a large hospital and have been on medica...

Poor mental health can lead to vomiting? I have been experiencing symptoms of occasional vomiting, including the presence of blood in the vomit, for the past month or two due to poor mental health. Could this be related to staying up late? How can I improve my condition without t...

Peripheral circulatory disorder Doctor, I would like to ask if peripheral circulation disorders refer to easy numbness in the limbs or poor blood circulation? A friend gave me a bottle of dietary supplement that states it is indicated for peripheral circulation disorders. I would...

Lips that are excessively red - follow-up question? Hello Dr. Tsai, thank you for your response. I would like to ask you one more thing. My mother has high blood pressure, and I would like to know if the redness of her lips is related to her blood pressure. Thank you for your rep...

What is trigeminal neuralgia? Trigeminal neuralgia, often referred to as tic douloureux, is characterized by sudden, severe, and recurrent episodes of facial pain. The pain typically occurs in the distribution of the trigeminal nerve, which can affect areas such as the cheeks, ja...

Inquiry When waking up in the morning, if you notice slight swelling on both sides of your feet that subsides after walking around, it could be due to several reasons, such as fluid retention, poor circulation, or prolonged pressure on the feet during sleep. This condition may fa...

Which specialty should I consult for long-term nasal congestion and difficulty breathing? Last year, I visited the emergency department twice due to nasal congestion and difficulty breathing. However, the ENT specialist said that the nasal mucosa appeared normal and attributed it...

Bilateral leg pain? Hello: For the past month, I have been experiencing persistent soreness in both legs, from my thighs to the soles of my feet, which becomes more pronounced after walking for a while. This symptom started occurring after the Lunar New Year last year. About 20 y...

Frequent dizziness! Hello, I am asking on behalf of my mother: She often experiences dizziness, especially when she has a cold, to the point where she cannot get out of bed and has to lie down to avoid feeling dizzy. However, there are times when she feels perfectly fine but stil...

The effects of drugs on the fetus? What are the potential harms of short-term drug use on the body, and what effects can it have on fetal development? If there are effects on the fetus, how long should one wait after quitting drugs before trying to conceive?

Viral infection A few days ago, my boyfriend suddenly experienced unexplained swelling and pain on one side of his cheek, followed by a sore throat and vomiting. Although he has since received medical treatment, he needs to be hospitalized for observation. When I asked about his ...

Disease Prevention and Diet Hello, doctor: Some medical literature suggests that regularly consuming fruit and vegetable juices can help prevent diseases and cancer. The commercially available canned fruit and vegetable juices taste sweet; do they really produce many enzymes in t...

The relationship between male medication use and fetal conception? The individual has been diagnosed with chronic Hepatitis B for three months and has been continuously taking Baraclude (entecavir) 0.5 mg due to viral infection. They also have diabetes and have been administering...

Patients with non-open tuberculosis? My mother-in-law was diagnosed with non-open pulmonary tuberculosis bacteria last year and was hospitalized for isolation for two weeks. After her discharge, she lived alone, so I cannot clearly say whether she has been taking her medication o...

Could you please tell me about my high blood sugar issue? Hello doctor, I recently had a health check-up and my blood sugar level is quite high, with a reading of 118. Should I seek medical treatment or could you provide guidance on methods to lower it? (My weight is 60 kg and my...

White mouse Hello Dr. Chen, Four years ago, I experienced a sudden onset of severe back pain during the winter, which left me unable to get out of bed. Over the past four years, I have consulted various orthopedic specialists who have stated that there is no significant issue. ...

Can the doctor tell me where to find a good physician for hyperthyroidism in Kaohsiung? Hello Doctor: When I visited a hospital in Kaohsiung, I felt that the medication prescribed had many side effects. At first, when I started taking the medication, I experienced an increased he...