Understanding Bruises and Hard Lumps After a Fall: What to Expect
Ecchymosis Dear Doctor: I had a car accident and fell, resulting in bruising and a lump in the muscle above my thigh near the knee. The bruise is starting to fade, but why is the lump still there? What should I do? Will the lump never go away?
Dr. Liu Jinyong Reply:
Due to a car accident, there was an impact on the thigh above the knee, resulting in muscle contusions and a hard lump in that area. The cause is attributed to the rupture of blood vessels surrounding the thigh above the knee due to the impact, leading to a hematoma. The presence...[Read More] Understanding Bruises and Hard Lumps After a Fall: What to Expect
Unexplained Swelling and Redness at the Corners of the Mouth
Unexplained swelling and redness at the corners of the mouth? My mother is about 53 years old, and for the past few months, the corners of her mouth have been red and swollen. It doesn't itch. She has been drinking fresh juice, which sometimes helps, but other times the cond...
Dr. Cai Jueren Reply:
Angular cheilitis, referred to as "stomatitis" in Taiwanese, is characterized by redness, swelling, or ulceration at the corners of the mouth, and may sometimes lead to skin fissures. This condition is often accompanied by pain or a burning sensation, prompting patients...[Read More] Unexplained Swelling and Redness at the Corners of the Mouth
Understanding Symptoms of Low Platelets and Skin Changes: Which Specialist to Consult?
SLE (Systemic I have previously been diagnosed with thrombocytopenia (occasionally experiencing petechiae). Since childhood, my extremities turn purplish-black in cold weather (with a net-like distribution), and in hot weather, my skin becomes slightly red, swollen, and itchy. In...
Dr. Lin Mingxing Reply:
Director Lin Ming-Hsing of the Tainan City Hospital's Family Medicine Department stated: It is important to pay attention to the following in hematological examinations: 1. The platelet count (especially if it is below 60,000). 2. If necessary, it may be worthwhile to check ...[Read More] Understanding Symptoms of Low Platelets and Skin Changes: Which Specialist to Consult?
Managing Minor Toenail Bruising After Basketball: Tips for Recovery
Toenails After playing basketball yesterday, I noticed that one of my toenails has a bruise underneath it. It's not very severe, but there is some mild bruising between the nail and the skin. This has never happened to me before, and I'm not sure why. Could it be that m...
Dr. Huang Mingde Reply:
In principle, there are many causes of bruising under the toenails, most of which are due to external forces; a small portion is caused by coagulopathy, among others. Of course, symptoms of bruising resulting from excessive force and compression are inevitable. The primary treatm...[Read More] Managing Minor Toenail Bruising After Basketball: Tips for Recovery
How Long Do Medications Stay in Your System Before Pregnancy?
How long does the drug effect last? Dear Dr. Lin, I am planning to conceive, but I have been experiencing chronic menstrual pain for over three years, which requires me to take a lot of painkillers and receive pain injections every month. Aside from this, I rarely get sick or ta...
Dr. Lin Mingxing Reply:
→ Considering your skin symptoms, if medication is prescribed, it may include corticosteroids or antihistamines, which have variable half-lives in the body. Recently, antihistamines have often been available in long-acting formulations. Therefore, it is recommended that if you ta...[Read More] How Long Do Medications Stay in Your System Before Pregnancy?
Understanding Withdrawal Symptoms After Dexamethasone Use for Acne
What are withdrawal symptoms? Hello, I would like to ask what withdrawal symptoms are. I have been taking a low dose of Dexamethasone 0.5 mg/day for 5 weeks due to acne-related skin issues. Will there be any withdrawal phenomena if I stop taking it? Please let me know, thank you.
Dr. Lin Mingxing Reply:
Withdrawal symptoms occur when a person has been taking high doses of corticosteroids (typically 30 or 40 mg per day or more) continuously for 2 to 4 weeks or longer, and then suddenly stops. This is because the high doses of corticosteroids suppress the body's natural produ...[Read More] Understanding Withdrawal Symptoms After Dexamethasone Use for Acne
Understanding Unexplained Discomfort: Symptoms and Possible Causes
Physical discomfort? I feel uncomfortable all over, lethargic, with a slight headache, dizziness, and nausea. I am unsure what is happening. I wonder if it is related to dyeing my hair myself. Please explain in detail. Thank you.
Dr. Luo Caizhang Reply:
If your symptoms have only recently appeared, the general discomfort you are experiencing is more indicative of a possible cold, as many viral infections often present with gastrointestinal symptoms. The relationship with hair dye is likely minimal; hair dyes are more commonly as...[Read More] Understanding Unexplained Discomfort: Symptoms and Possible Causes
Understanding Blisters: Are They a Coincidence or Drug Allergy?
Blister After taking headache medication twice, I developed many chickenpox-like rashes all over my body. I'm not sure if it's a coincidence or a drug allergy.
Dr. Xie Wenjie Reply:
The morphology of chickenpox has not been described, so further explanation is not possible. Drug allergies primarily manifest as skin rashes.[Read More] Understanding Blisters: Are They a Coincidence or Drug Allergy?
Understanding Itchy Sensations Beneath the Skin: Causes and Solutions
Itching Hello, doctor: During my high school years, I occasionally experienced itching between the skin and the bone, which was very uncomfortable and I couldn't scratch it. What could be the reason for this?
Dr. Sun Weixu Reply:
Dear netizens, The scalp of a normal person secretes oil from sebaceous glands. Some individuals, due to their constitution, may experience excessive oiliness on their scalp, resulting in hair that becomes greasy within a day of washing. This can make it difficult to maintain t...[Read More] Understanding Itchy Sensations Beneath the Skin: Causes and Solutions
How to Lower Triglycerides and Raise HDL: Expert Advice for Your Health
Confusion? Hello Dr. Sun: A few days ago, the company conducted a health check-up, and the report has come out. I have some questions regarding the results. My triglyceride level is alarmingly high at 797, which is much higher than last year, so I was quite shocked. Additionally,...
Dr. Sun Weixu Reply:
Hello Mr. Tony: Friends over the age of 30 often find that during health check-ups, one of their blood test results shows elevated levels of triglycerides (Triacylglycerol, abbreviated as TG). Doctors typically advise reducing the intake of high-calorie fats and excessive carbohy...[Read More] How to Lower Triglycerides and Raise HDL: Expert Advice for Your Health
Nutrition Tips to Combat Fatigue and Improve Skin Health
Beautiful Diet Dear Doctor: I have the following symptoms: fatigue, excessive sleepiness, dull skin, difficulty achieving a fair complexion, and tendency to tan easily. What dietary changes can I make to improve these conditions?
Dr. Fang Sijie Reply:
Dear Ms. Pei-Hsia, 1. Fatigue and drowsiness can be caused not only by physiological issues but also by psychological factors (such as life stress, sadness, etc.) or medications (such as those for nasal congestion, etc.). 2. For skin care, it is important to consume plenty of f...[Read More] Nutrition Tips to Combat Fatigue and Improve Skin Health
Understanding Abdominal Pain: When to Seek Specialized Medical Advice
excuse me? Hello Doctor: My father is 51 years old, and for the past two weeks, he has been experiencing a dull pain in the upper left abdomen under the rib cage. He has seen a gastroenterologist and had urine tests done, but no cause has been identified. The doctor suggested it ...
Dr. Fang Sijie Reply:
Dear Ms. Kay, As I have not had the opportunity to meet your father, I cannot make a definitive diagnosis. However, based on your description, it is possible that he is experiencing postherpetic neuralgia, which can occur after shingles (also known as herpes zoster). I recommend...[Read More] Understanding Abdominal Pain: When to Seek Specialized Medical Advice
What is Schistosomiasis? Symptoms, Treatment, and Transmission Explained
Schistosomiasis, commonly known as blood fluke infection, is a disease caused by parasitic worms of the genus Schistosoma. These worms are transmitted to humans through contact with contaminated freshwater, where the Schistosomiasis, commonly known as blood fluke infection, is ca...
Dr. Liu Jinyong Reply:
Schistosomiasis is a type of flatworm that parasitizes the venous blood vessels and related organs in humans and animals. The human schistosomes (trematodes) primarily include three species: 1) Schistosoma japonicum, also known as Oriental schistosomiasis or Katayama disease, is ...[Read More] What is Schistosomiasis? Symptoms, Treatment, and Transmission Explained
Understanding Parkinson's Disease: Impact, Treatment, and Social Challenges
Fear of Parkinson's disease? 1. Please provide a brief introduction to the disease, including its English name, prevalence, treatment methods, and stages. 2. Discuss the impact of the disease on patients' social and psychological well-being, recovery, and life cycle.
Dr. Liu Jinyong Reply:
Parkinson's disease is a common neurodegenerative disorder that typically occurs in middle-aged and older adults, with the average onset age being between 50 and 79 years. The main clinical symptoms of this disease include bradykinesia, tremors in the hands, feet, or other p...[Read More] Understanding Parkinson's Disease: Impact, Treatment, and Social Challenges
Essential Information on Weight Loss Medications and Health Risks
Important Information About Weight Loss Medications I visited Yang's Professional Medical Weight Loss Clinic and experienced symptoms of dizziness and hearing loss while using weight loss medication. I only have the medication package and no prescription label, which makes i...
Dr. Huang Mingde Reply:
Thank you for your consultation. If you are using weight loss medications at a weight loss center without any available consultation channels and the medications have no warning labels, you should definitely stop using them. Generally, weight loss medications often include PPA or...[Read More] Essential Information on Weight Loss Medications and Health Risks
Unexplained Swelling in Right Leg: Causes and Recommendations
Unexplained swelling of the right foot? Hello, I often experience swelling in my right leg, with the thigh swelling approximately 5 to 8 centimeters larger than normal. There is mild pain, which usually subsides and returns to normal in about three days. This symptom has been pre...
Dr. Huang Mingde Reply:
There are many clinical causes for leg swelling, such as cellulitis (which presents with redness, swelling, and pain), vascular embolism (symptoms similar to yours), varicose veins (symptoms similar to yours), degenerative or traumatic arthritis (which may be accompanied by joint...[Read More] Unexplained Swelling in Right Leg: Causes and Recommendations
Heat Stroke vs. Hyperventilation: Key Differences and Responses
Heat stroke and peroxide? Currently, I am in the military and I have a question. Previously, a fellow soldier seemed to suffer from heatstroke, so everyone was in a panic, taking off his clothes and trying to cool him down. Before long, he started to have muscle cramps and was di...
Dr. Lin Mingxing Reply:
Based on your description, it seems that the symptoms are more indicative of hyperventilation, possibly due to anxiety or hysteria. Generally, heat stroke symptoms are less likely to include rapid breathing; instead, they typically present with elevated body temperature and signs...[Read More] Heat Stroke vs. Hyperventilation: Key Differences and Responses
How to Properly Clean Your Belly Button: Tips for Hygiene
I'm not sure which specialty to ask about this issue? Recently, I accidentally discovered that my belly button is quite dirty. The skin around the belly button seems to have accumulated a layer of discolored dirt due to long-term neglect. I can easily remove some of it by ru...
Dr. Lin Mingxing Reply:
Maintaining personal hygiene is sufficient; during daily showers, focus on cleaning the navel area without the need to purchase special cleansing solutions or scrub vigorously.[Read More] How to Properly Clean Your Belly Button: Tips for Hygiene
Common Health Questions: Hydration, Weight Loss, and Stone Management
Question? Hello, Doctor: I have two questions that I would like you to answer for me. 1. Why do my hands or skin still appear dry even though I drink plenty of water, and despite eating more than a bowl of rice at every meal, I am still very thin? Should I get checked? 2. Can...
Dr. Lin Mingxing Reply:
Response: (1) Skin dryness, considering your age group, may necessitate supplementation of vitamins B and C, as well as ensuring adequate sleep. "Enjoying a slim figure" is the trend of the 21st century. In fact, given your situation, a thyroid function test is also adv...[Read More] Common Health Questions: Hydration, Weight Loss, and Stone Management
Ensuring Hygiene Standards: Health Checks for Bar Staff in Food Service
Public Health Hello Doctor, I am currently working in a chain service industry as a food procurement officer. I would like to know what level of health status is required for personnel working at the bar to ensure the hygiene quality of the food served. I am considering asking e...
Dr. Li Yuqi Reply:
According to the regulations of the Labor Affairs Council, food service and catering personnel should undergo regular screenings for Hepatitis A, syphilis serology, and typhoid fever. As for Hepatitis B, it is transmitted through blood and bodily fluids, not through food, so scre...[Read More] Ensuring Hygiene Standards: Health Checks for Bar Staff in Food Service