Understanding Easy Bruising: When to Seek Medical Advice
Subcutaneous hemorrhages may easily occur? This issue has been ongoing for quite some time. Over the past 1-2 years, I've noticed that if I accidentally bump my calf, I might develop a bruise by the next day, which typically disappears completely in about 1-2 weeks. Addition...
Dr. Ye Qianyu Reply:
Hello! Based on your description, subcutaneous bleeding may occur due to external force or prolonged pressure. The platelet count is currently within the normal range, but I'm unsure about your coagulation function. You can check this during your next blood draw. If there ar...[Read More] Understanding Easy Bruising: When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Rib Pain: Causes and Concerns for Family Medicine Patients
Pain beneath the rib cage? Hello Doctor: This year, I started experiencing pain under my rib cage. Around February, I felt a sensation of fever once, but since then, only the pain has persisted. The pain does not last all day; it sometimes starts suddenly and then goes away after...
Dr. Ye Qianyu Reply:
Hello! First, are you referring to the lower edge of the ribs on the front of the chest or the back? There are many potential causes of thoracic pain, ranging from simple musculoskeletal inflammation, gastrointestinal issues, cardiac problems, spinal nerve compression, to even sh...[Read More] Understanding Rib Pain: Causes and Concerns for Family Medicine Patients
Understanding Side Abdominal Pain and Skin Moles: When to Worry?
Muscles and bones beside the abdomen? Hello Dr. Hsiao, I seem to have felt a sudden ache near my side where the ribs are, and I'm not sure if it's because I didn't warm up properly before doing supine exercises at school yesterday. Although the pain has subsided, c...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Mr. Zheng: 1. Pneumothorax refers to the presence of air or any gas in the pleural cavity, which can occur due to trauma, medical procedures, or unknown reasons. If the lesion creates a one-way valve effect, allowing air to enter the pleural cavity only during inhalation an...[Read More] Understanding Side Abdominal Pain and Skin Moles: When to Worry?
Concerns About Swallowing Bone Fragments and Side Pain Explained
Please consult a doctor? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask what might happen if I accidentally swallowed a small piece of bone. I bit into some while eating pig trotters and swallowed it, but I don't feel like it got stuck in my throat. Another question is about some pain...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Ms. Ann: 1. Fish bones, chicken bones, pork bones, or beef bones can potentially get lodged in the throat or esophagus, and sometimes they may need to be removed using an endoscope to alleviate pain or prevent mediastinal infection and inflammation. If they pass through the...[Read More] Concerns About Swallowing Bone Fragments and Side Pain Explained
Understanding Chest Pain After Injury: When to Seek Medical Attention
Chest injury, pain occurs during stretching, deep breathing, and sneezing? Hello Doctor: Over two months ago, I was hit hard in the chest by a student with a disability. It was very painful at the moment, but the pain subsided after a while. Since that incident, I have noticed di...
Dr. Ye Qianyu Reply:
Hello! It is recommended that you visit a pulmonology clinic, where the physician will arrange appropriate examinations based on your condition. Thank you for your inquiry, and I wish you a speedy recovery![Read More] Understanding Chest Pain After Injury: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Left Upper Abdominal Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Left upper abdominal pain? Hello doctor, sometimes when I stretch, I feel pain in my upper left abdomen, very close to the ribs. Even when I'm not doing any movements, I still experience sudden pain that lasts for about three to five minutes and then goes away. What could be...
Dr. Ye Qianyu Reply:
Hello! Based on your description, the pain in the upper left abdomen near the rib cage, which is triggered by stretching, is most likely due to muscle or fascia inflammation. However, intra-abdominal issues cannot be ruled out. It is still recommended that you visit a gastroenter...[Read More] Understanding Left Upper Abdominal Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Right Chest Pain: Causes and Concerns for Young Adults
Right chest pressure pain? Hello Doctor, I am 22 years old. I was hospitalized for pneumonia in January 2017, and after treatment, I recovered as confirmed by an X-ray. However, during follow-up visits and pulmonary function tests, the doctor diagnosed me with asthma and prescrib...
Dr. Huang Xunying Reply:
If there is tenderness above the ribs, it is mostly related to musculoskeletal issues. It is important to consider whether there has been any vigorous exercise that could have caused a muscle strain. Additionally, one should be aware of the presence of any rashes, as it is possib...[Read More] Understanding Right Chest Pain: Causes and Concerns for Young Adults
Recovering Strength After a Car Accident: Tips for Better Health
Decreased physical strength after a car accident? At the end of May, a car accident resulted in six broken ribs, a ruptured spleen, a ruptured small intestine, and a hemothorax. It has been nearly six months since then, and most of the injuries have healed, but I still experience...
Dr. Hou Angting Reply:
Please seek assistance from the Rehabilitation Department. Thank you.[Read More] Recovering Strength After a Car Accident: Tips for Better Health
Understanding Left Rib Pain: When to Seek Medical Attention
Pain upon palpation of the left lower rib cage? Hello, Dr. Yeh: I would like to ask, a few days ago I suddenly experienced sharp pain in the middle of my ribs, slightly to the left. Most of the time, it only hurts when I press on it, but sometimes I feel a sharp pain. This mornin...
Dr. Ye Qianyu Reply:
Hello! It is recommended that you consult with a family medicine physician or a pulmonologist. Thank you for your inquiry.[Read More] Understanding Left Rib Pain: When to Seek Medical Attention
Can Slouching Affect Rib Structure and Cause Heart Palpitations?
Is there a relationship between protruding ribs and palpitations? What are the potential harms of having a hunchback? Can it be corrected? Since elementary school, I have been slouching while sitting every day until now at the age of 22. My body is completely relaxed (just slumpe...
Dr. Xu Peiqi Reply:
Hello Mr. Ahua, thank you for your question. The protrusion of the ribs and palpitations should not be related. Severe deformities of the spine or thorax can potentially affect breathing and even compress the heart. However, based on your description, it seems you have not reache...[Read More] Can Slouching Affect Rib Structure and Cause Heart Palpitations?
Understanding Breathing Difficulties: When to Seek Medical Help
Shortness of breath? Hello Doctor, I currently have the following conditions: 1. Occasionally, I need to slightly open my mouth and take a deep breath to feel a sense of lung expansion (I usually do not have significant stress or anxiety). 2. I find myself yawning more frequently...
Dr. Chen Taicheng Reply:
● Considering your age, the likelihood of severe cardiopulmonary abnormalities is low. The sensations of chest tightness and difficulty breathing should first rule out atopic conditions (such as asthma, allergic rhinitis, atopic dermatitis) that may cause respiratory discomfort. ...[Read More] Understanding Breathing Difficulties: When to Seek Medical Help
Understanding Intermittent Chest Pain: When to Seek Medical Help
Chest pain? I have been experiencing sharp pain in the upper right chest area near the ribs for over a month. However, it doesn't hurt every day; it only occurs occasionally in a specific location. Pressing on the area with my fingers also causes some sharp pain. Additionall...
Dr. Chen Taicheng Reply:
● If there is a fixed pain point, it is likely musculoskeletal in nature, possibly due to cartilage or fascia inflammation. It is advisable to visit a pulmonologist or a family medicine physician for an X-ray to rule out any fractures or pulmonary issues. ● Other potential causes...[Read More] Understanding Intermittent Chest Pain: When to Seek Medical Help
Understanding Upper Back Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Diagnostic Tests
Frequent upper back pain? Hello, I would like to ask... I often experience pain in my upper back and feel the urge to stretch my chest and twist my waist. The specific area of pain is in the upper back, around the rib cage, similar to the "gāo huāng" point, with a sensa...
Dr. Zhang Hongwei Reply:
It is still necessary to visit a hospital and consult a physician for a physical examination in order to make an accurate differential diagnosis.[Read More] Understanding Upper Back Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Diagnostic Tests
Understanding Upper Back Pain: When to Seek Medical Help
Back pain I have been experiencing pain in the left upper back for the past few months. I previously underwent testing for ankylosing spondylitis, but the doctor said it was negative. I have a long-standing history of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) for which I am continuo...
Dr. Chen Taicheng Reply:
The causes of upper left back pain are numerous, with the most common being muscle, bone, and joint pain (such as from the shoulder joint, ribs, scapula, and various muscles, tendons, ligaments, and nerves, leading to strains, sprains, and arthritis). Based on your description an...[Read More] Understanding Upper Back Pain: When to Seek Medical Help
Managing Multiple Medications: Addressing Side Effects and Health Concerns
Family medicine issues In the morning, I take medication for insomnia and high blood pressure. I have been switching insomnia medications for about four years. I take a capsule of 0.5 mg of Mecobalamin (Vitamin B12) because I experience a tingling sensation in my head, as if bloo...
Dr. Chen Zonglin Reply:
Based on what you mentioned, you have been feeling a bit fatigued lately, experiencing pain under your left and right ribs, and tightness with a prickling sensation in the back of your neck. Poor sleep at night can easily lead to daytime fatigue. It would be advisable for you to ...[Read More] Managing Multiple Medications: Addressing Side Effects and Health Concerns
Understanding Left Rib Pain: Causes and Relief Strategies
Sharp pain in the left rib cage? Hello Doctor: Since last night, I have been experiencing a slight stabbing pain in the area just below my left rib cage. It comes and goes. This morning, there was no pain, but in the afternoon, the same area started to hurt again. I'm not su...
Dr. Liao Yaopan Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is recommended that you first consult your family physician for an in-person evaluation to rule out any issues related to the cardiovascular or pulmonary systems. Depending on the situation, medication treatment may be considered. Changhua Hos...[Read More] Understanding Left Rib Pain: Causes and Relief Strategies
Understanding Unfixed Abdominal Pain: Concerns and Insights
Intermittent pain Hello Doctor, I apologize for the lengthy message and hope you can read it patiently: I am 160 cm tall and weigh 45 kg. There is no family history of cancer, but there is a history of diabetes. My health check in April 2015 showed no abnormalities. However, I ha...
Dr. Chen Bozhang Reply:
Dear Ms. IWH, In your letter, you mentioned experiencing occasional sharp pain in your abdomen, a weight loss of 2 kilograms over the past six months, black stools, and various discomforts in your abdomen and back. You expressed concern about losing weight significantly and susp...[Read More] Understanding Unfixed Abdominal Pain: Concerns and Insights
Understanding Upper Abdominal Pain: Is It Splenic Inflammation?
Frequent dull pain in the upper abdomen raises suspicion of pancreatitis? Your question: Hello, Dr. Chen. I am 26 years old. I often experience upper abdominal pain and suspect there may be an issue with my liver. However, I do not have a history of alcohol consumption, late nigh...
Dr. Chen Bozhang Reply:
Hello, Boyi: You mentioned that you often experience upper abdominal pain and suspect it may be related to pancreatic issues. In fact, symptoms of pancreatitis or pancreatic disease typically include not only upper abdominal pain but also nausea, vomiting, indigestion, and poss...[Read More] Understanding Upper Abdominal Pain: Is It Splenic Inflammation?
Understanding Persistent Upper Abdominal Pain: Causes and Solutions
There is a dull pain in both the upper left and right abdomen, sometimes feeling sharper than a needle prick, but no cause can be identified? Hello, Doctor. Nine years ago, I had a cold, and during that time, I experienced severe coughing, which caused intense pain in my upper ab...
Dr. Ye Qianyu Reply:
Hello, the pancreas is located in the retroperitoneal space, and ultrasound examination has its limitations. Although you are fasting, it is quite easy for gastrointestinal gas to obstruct the ultrasound evaluation. Pancreatitis has its risk factors, and the pain associated with ...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Upper Abdominal Pain: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Weight Loss: Is It Physical or Mental Health Issues?
I can't distinguish whether it's a physiological issue or depression-related anxiety? Hello, doctor. I am an 18-year-old college student. Over the past two years, I have lost about 10 kilograms, but I did not intentionally lose weight; I just feel that my appetite is no...
Dr. Chen Zonglin Reply:
There are many reasons for weight loss. You may start by keeping a food diary for a period of time and then bring your previous medical reports to the school health office to consult with the school physician. If there is no school physician available, you can also visit a nearby...[Read More] Understanding Weight Loss: Is It Physical or Mental Health Issues?