Sleep, Family Medicine FAQ - Page 21

Abnormal blood test results? Hello, I experienced quite severe insomnia two years ago, but my sleep quality has improved significantly over the past six months, allowing me to fall asleep in about 20 minutes. However, I still feel very fatigued and weak; even after sleeping 8-9 h...

Often feel pulsation in the blood vessels of the head? Hello, doctor. As the title suggests, I have recently been feeling pulsations in the blood vessels in my head, especially when I lie on my pillow at night; this sensation is most pronounced during that time. I also dream ever...

Sleep duration Hello doctor, I have difficulty falling asleep at night and my mind tends to wander. Even though I go to bed earlier, I still feel like I haven't slept and before I know it, it's dawn. I would like to ask if going to bed earlier (originally at midnight, n...

Normal diet, but the body is becoming increasingly emaciated? Hello Dr. Chen, I am inquiring on behalf of my mother-in-law. Since after the Lunar New Year this year, she has been losing weight continuously. She originally weighed 48-49 kg, but now she is down to 43 kg. She eats a...

If you suspect you have symptoms of "Chronic Fatigue Syndrome," which specialist should you consult? Hello Doctor: My symptoms are as follows: I experience intermittent fatigue, lethargy, and weakness several times a day, along with occasional brief episodes of dizzines...

Some questions? Hello, doctor. I tend to be a very pessimistic thinker, and recently I developed epididymitis. I have seen a doctor and have been on antibiotics for three weeks. My symptoms have improved significantly, but whenever I feel slightly uncomfortable, such as pain in t...

Suspected Antiphospholipid Syndrome Hello, doctor. At the beginning of January this year, I suddenly experienced sharp chest pain, followed by numbness in my limbs. After that, I had many symptoms, such as sudden body jerks that would wake me up when I was about to fall asleep, i...

Abdominal pain issues? Doctor, my friend is 37 years old and has been experiencing abdominal pain after her menstrual period for the past few months. Sometimes, the pain also occurs before her period. Her menstrual flow is normal, but at times the pain is severe enough to affect ...

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...

Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) Hello Doctor, due to extremely poor sleep quality, I have been diagnosed with sleep apnea and underwent orthognathic surgery. On the day after the surgery, I experienced significant pain in the upper part of both eyes. It has been a year and a hal...

Only the left foot is numb? Recently, I've been feeling like something is stuck near my left pelvis when sitting, and my left leg feels quite uncomfortable. In the past few days, I've gradually noticed that my left leg becomes numb while sitting, and I even hesitate to ...

Drug interactions with Viagra (sildenafil)? I previously went to the hospital for insomnia and was prescribed sleeping pills. If I engage in sexual activity with my girlfriend before bed (but I need to take Viagra), and then take the sleeping pills afterward to help me sleep, wil...

Fatigue and early sleep? Doctor, may I ask why my girlfriend has suddenly become fatigued? Her work and class schedule have been normal, and previously, she would stay up until 1 or 2 AM regardless of her menstrual cycle, and she was always energetic during the day. However, ever...

Intermittent referred pain in the abdomen? Hello Doctor, my boyfriend (28 years old) has been experiencing intermittent radiating abdominal pain (similar to an electric shock) since March of last year. The pain does not occur when pressure is applied, and it has persisted for ove...

Headache and fever? Hello doctor, I have been experiencing tension-type headaches, especially on exam days, and I also tend to get headaches after spending a long time in an air-conditioned room. These symptoms usually resolve after I wake up from sleep. Recently, while at home, ...

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...

Bloating for several days? I have been experiencing bloating for about five days now, which has caused me to lose my appetite and have trouble sleeping. The bloating is located in the area below my chest and above my navel. During my recent visit to the doctor, I was diagnosed wi...

Rabies issues Hello, doctor… I found my cat outside and it hasn't been vaccinated for rabies yet. While I was sleeping, it scratched my foot, and I only treated it 10 hours later. Is there a possibility of infection?

Causes of sore throat and issues related to insomnia? Hello Doctor: In February, I had a cold and felt unwell, so I went to a clinic to see a doctor and took some medication. My throat still felt a bit uncomfortable; initially, I thought it was due to a fishbone, but after examin...

I have been experiencing sudden dizziness lately? I have been experiencing sudden dizziness and nausea recently, occurring four times with the same symptoms. My eyes suddenly feel uncomfortable, and there is a sensation of whiteness in both eyes as if there is light, followed by ...