Understanding Your Symptoms: Night Sweats, Eye Discomfort, and Digestive Issues
What’s wrong with me? 1. For three consecutive weeks, I have been experiencing night sweats and waking up almost gasping for air, with blood oxygen levels typically ranging between 90-93%. My heart rate is normal, but I then feel extremely cold and shiver, no matter how I cover m...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Ms. Leslie Lin: Your complaints are very diverse, including issues related to the cardiovascular system, respiratory system, digestive system, and even the nervous system. It is difficult to determine the cause based solely on this information. Often, it is necessary for a p...[Read More] Understanding Your Symptoms: Night Sweats, Eye Discomfort, and Digestive Issues
Understanding OCD and Cleanliness: When to Seek Help from a Doctor
Could you please provide more context or specify your question? Hello Doctor, I am unsure whether I have obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) or an unusually severe case of cleanliness, or if I might have other mental health issues. I often feel that when items fall on the ground ...
Dr. Lin Zhebin Reply:
Hello: 1. Based on your description, it seems that your concerns about cleanliness and washing have caused you significant psychological distress. I recommend consulting a psychiatrist to evaluate whether you may have obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and to discuss relevant tr...[Read More] Understanding OCD and Cleanliness: When to Seek Help from a Doctor
Do I Have OCD? Understanding Compulsions and Hygiene Concerns
Hello, how can I assist you today? Hello, Doctor. I'm not sure if I have obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) or an abnormal level of cleanliness, or if it's another mental health issue. I often feel that when items fall on the ground and I pick them up, the floor is ver...
Dr. Lin Zhebin Reply:
Hello: 1. Based on your description, it seems that your concerns about cleanliness and washing have caused you significant mental and physical distress. It is advisable to consult a psychiatrist to evaluate whether there may be an issue with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) an...[Read More] Do I Have OCD? Understanding Compulsions and Hygiene Concerns
Does Cholesterol Medication Affect Blood Test Results? Insights and Concerns
Will treatment for hyperlipidemia affect blood test results? 1. Last October, due to elevated cholesterol levels, my doctor recommended medication for hyperlipidemia (Rosuvastatin). Recently, in two check-ups, my GPT levels have increased (currently at 61 IU/L), while my GOT is a...
Dr. Hou Angting Reply:
Hello Mr. Hong: Coronary lipid-lowering agents may cause an increase in liver function tests, while changes in blood parameters are less common. Since we are unaware of any other diseases or medications you may have, it is advisable to consult with your primary physician to evalu...[Read More] Does Cholesterol Medication Affect Blood Test Results? Insights and Concerns
Understanding Unintentional Weight Loss: Causes and Solutions
Weight loss Hello Doctor, I am 159 cm tall and weigh between 43 to 41 kg (currently taking medication and nasal spray for rhinitis, with no other significant health issues). A few months ago, I noticed my weight dropped from 47 kg to 43 kg within six months, but I didn't inv...
Dr. Liao Yaopan Reply:
Hello, in the above situation, it is recommended that you first consult your family physician for an evaluation. Depending on the circumstances, they may refer you to a specialist. Please note that online consultations are for advisory purposes only and cannot provide diagnoses o...[Read More] Understanding Unintentional Weight Loss: Causes and Solutions
Can You Safely Use Viagra with Blood Pressure Medications?
Medication Consultation Currently, I am taking BLOPRESS 8mg (Candesartan) once daily and Norvasc 5mg (Amlodipine) half a tablet daily for hypertension. Can I also take Viagra (Sildenafil) or similar medications? If so, will there be any side effects? Thank you!
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Mr. Tianren: 1. Currently, there are three commonly approved PDE-5 inhibitors for the treatment of erectile dysfunction: Sildenafil, Vardenafil, and Tadalafil. All three PDE-5 inhibitors have similar efficacy in treating erectile dysfunction, and their side effects are comp...[Read More] Can You Safely Use Viagra with Blood Pressure Medications?
Weight Loss, Diabetes, and Gastrointestinal Issues: Understanding the Connection
Weight issues, diabetes, gastrointestinal discomfort? Hello, doctor. I am currently away and would like to inquire about my father, who is 54 years old. A month ago, he noticed weight loss and frequent bloating. We suspect it might be related to diabetes, as he has a history of h...
Dr. Hou Angting Reply:
Hello: With dietary control and medication treatment, it is possible to lose weight if you are initially overweight. However, since there are various reasons for weight loss, it is still recommended to consult and evaluate with your primary physician. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Weight Loss, Diabetes, and Gastrointestinal Issues: Understanding the Connection
Understanding Your Health Check Results: Key Insights and Recommendations
Health examination data consultation Based on the provided lab results, here is the interpretation: - **Creatinine (CREA)**: 0.76 mg/dL - This value is within the normal range, indicating normal kidney function. - **Total Cholesterol**: 251 mg/dL - This is considered high. It is...
Dr. Cai Dongqi Reply:
Hello: Begin with dietary control (low fat: reduce fried foods, fatty meats, skin, animal fats, organ meats, and meat broth). Exercise for 30 minutes daily, at least 5 days a week. Follow up in 3 months without the need for medication, diagnosed with mildly elevated cholesterol.[Read More] Understanding Your Health Check Results: Key Insights and Recommendations
Understanding Drug Interactions: Safe Medication Practices for Patients
Drug interactions Hello: I take Lofuget, Yulishupan, Shoumei Lipid-Lowering No. 1, and enzymes to aid bowel movements daily. I am very concerned about potential drug interactions and would like to ask: 1. After drinking milk, can I take my medications immediately? If there should...
Dr. Lin Zhebin Reply:
Hello: 1. The medications you are taking are not significantly affected by milk absorption, so you can take them after drinking milk. 2. These four medications can be taken together without any specific drug interaction issues. 3. Fludiazepam can generally be taken three times a ...[Read More] Understanding Drug Interactions: Safe Medication Practices for Patients
Does Long-Term Herbal Supplementation Affect Fasting Blood Sugar Levels?
Blood glucose levels Does long-term consumption of blood-nourishing herbal powders affect fasting blood glucose levels? For breakfast, I eat large oatmeal with soy milk and one egg; for lunch, I have stir-fried vegetables, zucchini, carrots, and chicken breast; for dinner, I usua...
Dr. Liu Hongxiang Reply:
Hello Ms. Tong: If food or medication contains caloric substances (carbohydrates, proteins, or fats) that can be absorbed by the body, it can affect blood sugar levels. The type and quantity of food consumed can lead to fluctuations in blood sugar levels. From your message, it se...[Read More] Does Long-Term Herbal Supplementation Affect Fasting Blood Sugar Levels?
Is It COVID-19 or a Cold? Understanding Symptoms in Children
COVID-19 Hello Doctor: My daughter, who is 10 years old, had a fever reaching 39 degrees Celsius (with slight headache) on December 10. On the morning of December 11, a rapid test was negative. After visiting the doctor, she was prescribed medication and her fever subsided, and t...
Dr. Liao Yaopan Reply:
Hello, with the recent drop in temperature, there has indeed been an increase in cases of respiratory viral infections. The existing home rapid tests for COVID-19 can be used to determine if there is an infection; however, most other pathogens do not have specific tests and are p...[Read More] Is It COVID-19 or a Cold? Understanding Symptoms in Children
Understanding Tonsillitis: Symptoms, Treatment, and When to Seek Help
Is it possible to be diagnosed with tonsillitis? Since last Friday (12/9), swallowing saliva has not been painful, but drinking water causes throat pain. On Friday, I looked in the mirror and did not see anything unusual, but starting Saturday, swallowing saliva also became painf...
Dr. Lin Zhebin Reply:
Hello: 1. Based on your description, it is indeed very likely that you have tonsillitis. 2. Since the symptoms of COVID-19 can manifest in various ways, it is possible to have both tonsillitis and a COVID-19 infection simultaneously, so I recommend that you take a rapid test for ...[Read More] Understanding Tonsillitis: Symptoms, Treatment, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Forearm Pain After IV Glucose Administration
Forearm pain A few days ago, I received a glucose infusion at the hospital, and I experienced pain at the injection site. The nursing staff explained that it was due to the hypertonic solution, but they quickly adjusted the flow rate, which gradually alleviated the pain. However,...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Ms. Judy: 1. Common side effects or complications of intravenous therapy often arise from the infusion itself, the medications added, improper placement of the intravenous catheter, extravasation of the infusion from the venipuncture site, localized infections leading to c...[Read More] Understanding Forearm Pain After IV Glucose Administration
COVID-19 in Pregnancy: Managing Symptoms and Treatment Guidance
COVID-19 I would like to ask, as a pregnant woman, I am experiencing symptoms such as severe headache, nasal congestion, runny nose, cough, and occasional wheezing. On the evening of December 4, I took a rapid test at home which showed two very faint lines. After going to the hos...
Dr. Liao Yaopan Reply:
Hello, the antiviral medication course is five days, and it is recommended to complete the treatment. If the quarantine period continues with severe discomfort, please contact your prescribing physician for evaluation. Online consultations are not equivalent to in-person medical ...[Read More] COVID-19 in Pregnancy: Managing Symptoms and Treatment Guidance
Medication Concerns: Can You Combine Lactulose and Enzymes?
Medication issues Hello: I take Lacto-Freedom, digestive enzymes to aid bowel movements, and milk daily. I would like to ask: 1. Can Lacto-Freedom and the enzymes be taken together? 2. Can I take Lacto-Freedom immediately after drinking milk? Thank you for your clarification!
Dr. Lin Zhebin Reply:
Hello: 1. Levofloxacin and enzymes can be taken together. 2. Levofloxacin may sometimes cause gastrointestinal side effects, so it can be taken with meals; therefore, taking it after drinking milk should be fine.[Read More] Medication Concerns: Can You Combine Lactulose and Enzymes?
Can I Take Antihistamines for Throat Inflammation Without Allergies?
Medication issues Hello doctor, a few days ago I visited a physician due to a sore throat and cough. After taking the medication, my throat did not improve, and I started experiencing symptoms like a runny nose and phlegm. During a follow-up visit, I found out that the doctor pre...
Dr. Lin Zhebin Reply:
Hello: 1. Besides treating allergies, Shuminning can also reduce secretions such as nasal discharge and phlegm, which should help alleviate your discomfort, so it can be taken. 2. The cause of your throat inflammation is mostly due to a viral infection, which usually resolves wit...[Read More] Can I Take Antihistamines for Throat Inflammation Without Allergies?
Can I Take Pain Relievers with Allergy Medication Safely?
Can Panadol be taken together with Dexamethasone? I have been experiencing severe nasal and eye allergies recently, which have led to headaches. I also have a history of urticaria and have been taking antihistamines. However, the headaches are so painful that I can't work. C...
Dr. Chen Bozhang Reply:
Hello! The mechanisms of action of Ibuprofen and Acetaminophen are different. If you have previously taken Acetaminophen without any allergic reactions or discomfort, it should be fine. However, it is recommended to consult your primary physician or pharmacist. Thank you.[Read More] Can I Take Pain Relievers with Allergy Medication Safely?
Which Specialist to See for Unexplained Breathing and Dizziness Issues?
I'm not sure which specialty to see? Hello Doctor, I have had the following symptoms since childhood: whenever it is too hot, stuffy, rainy, or in poorly ventilated indoor spaces with large crowds, I easily experience sudden shortness of breath, dizziness, and when mild, I t...
Dr. Lin Zhebin Reply:
Hello: Your discomfort may be due to vasovagal syncope or situational syncope. It is usually advisable to avoid triggering situations, such as the ones you mentioned: excessive heat, stuffiness, rainy days, poorly ventilated indoor spaces, and crowded places. Anemia can also pres...[Read More] Which Specialist to See for Unexplained Breathing and Dizziness Issues?
Understanding Head and Neck Pain: Possible Causes and Solutions
Pain in the zygomatic bone, brow bone, temples, and occipital region? Hello doctor, recently I've been experiencing pain on both sides of the back of my head, extending to my neck and temples. The pain on the sides of my head occurs when I shake my head, and when I lie down,...
Dr. Lin Zhebin Reply:
Hello: 1. The pain you are experiencing on the sides of your nose, cheekbones, and brow bones may be due to allergic rhinitis, sinusitis, gingivitis, trigeminal neuralgia, among others. 2. The pain in your temples, back of the head, and neck may be related to tension headaches, m...[Read More] Understanding Head and Neck Pain: Possible Causes and Solutions
Managing Osteoarthritis in Elderly: Hyaluronic Acid Injections for Pain Relief
My father is experiencing pain in both his ankle and shoulder joints, diagnosed with osteoarthritis. He also has weakness in his legs and is considering receiving hyaluronic acid injections? Hello Doctor: I found a similar article on your website <a href="https://adoctor....
Dr. Chen Bozhang Reply:
Dear Wesley online user, In your message, you mentioned that your 93-year-old father is experiencing degenerative arthritis in multiple joints. Regarding treatment options beyond medication, I recommend taking your father to an orthopedic or rehabilitation clinic (preferably one...[Read More] Managing Osteoarthritis in Elderly: Hyaluronic Acid Injections for Pain Relief