Throat, Family Medicine FAQ - Page 6

A small wound between the fingers may pose a risk of infection, especially if you come into contact with various individuals in your work. However, the primary mode of transmission for the coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) is through respiratory droplets, rather than through open wounds. ...

I would like to ask what symptoms are associated with the throat? I have hyperthyroidism, but my test results are all normal. Recently, my heart rate reached a maximum of 160 beats per minute, making it impossible for me to walk. Currently, I am being treated with medication for ...

Please ask questions regarding blood draws and related issues? Hello Doctor, about a year ago, I started follow-ups in family medicine due to a liver enzyme level of 60. I was advised to have blood tests every three to six months. Later, during one of the tests, my lymphocyte cou...

Leukocytosis I would like to ask the doctor, I recently underwent a labor health examination, and my white blood cell count was elevated (12,900 µL). I have also been experiencing hemorrhoids recently; could this be related?

Chest tightness and chest pain, accompanied by a sense of discomfort? I have seen two doctors due to feelings of chest tightness and chest pain. The first visit was to an ENT specialist, who suggested that it might be bronchitis, noting that bronchitis is common in winter. I also...

Possible ingestion of a fishbone? Hello, Dr. Hsiao. This evening during dinner, I had some cod (although I bit into it, I'm not sure if there were any of those soft little bones) and sweet potato (later when I had another piece, the fibrous part seemed to have something hard...

LY lymphoid ball I have been monitoring my blood every three months and have found that my lymphocyte count has been consistently elevated, exceeding the standard range of 20-45 with a result of 48.5 for two consecutive tests (over six months). Should I seek further evaluation?

Respiratory distress Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing difficulty breathing for the past few weeks, along with persistent phlegm in my throat, but no coughing. Although I don't wake up every one or two hours at night, I do have trouble falling asleep due to breathing di...

Blood test report examination? Hello Dr. Hsiao, I am currently studying abroad, and my school recently required me to undergo a health check locally. I visited the hospital last week and returned today to review my report. My lab results show: Hb 16.0, Ht 45.6, RBC 5.20, WBC 4....

Shortness of breath? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about my recent difficulty in breathing, which feels like there is a blockage in my throat, and I keep experiencing hiccups. Which specialty should I consult for this condition?

Phlegm in the throat? Hello Doctor, since April of this year, I have been experiencing a sensation of phlegm stuck in my throat, and sometimes when I eat, I feel a choking sensation. I also have a feeling of post-nasal drip, but I do not cough. I frequently experience burping, so...

Intermittent sharp pain in the scalp above the left ear (parallel to the temple)? Hello Dr. Yeh, I experienced symptoms of a sore throat and cold on October 11. That day, I prepared a cup of cold remedy, and the next day, I began to feel sharp pain in the scalp above my left ear ...

Swallowing food directly without chewing? Hello, Dr. Wu. Today at noon, while eating a half-circle-sized squid, I accidentally swallowed it without paying attention, and it got stuck in the middle of my throat. I initially tried to get it out, but I couldn't, so I swallowed ...

Swallowing food directly without chewing? Hello Dr. Wu, today during lunch I accidentally swallowed a piece of squid (about the size of a half-circle) without paying attention, and it got stuck in the middle of my throat. I initially tried to dislodge it but couldn't, so I s...

Chest tightness and difficulty in digestion? Hello Doctor: Recently, I have noticed that my stomach is not feeling well. I often experience difficulty digesting food, bloating, and an inability to burp. A while ago, I had diarrhea, but it doesn't happen frequently. I also fe...

Shoulder and neck tension along with issues on the left side of the body? Initially, I experienced tightness in my neck and went to an orthopedic specialist for an X-ray, which indicated a straightening of the cervical spine. However, there hasn't been much improvement. Duri...

Hypokalemia, hormonal imbalance, palpitations? Hello doctor, I often feel discomfort in my throat, like something is stuck. Sometimes I also experience anxiety or palpitations. After work, when I get home to rest, I inexplicably feel cold. I frequently have low potassium levels. ...

Drug allergy issues Hello Doctor, I visited the doctor this Thursday due to back pain and was prescribed Voren EMC Cap 50mg, an anti-inflammatory medication. After taking two capsules, I noticed a sore at the base of my tongue and experienced throat pain when eating (though I...

I have been experiencing tightness and pain in my left chest, along with tightness in the left side of my neck and throat pain. Could this be related to a cavity? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask for your advice. In February, I suddenly experienced tightness, soreness, and numbn...

Unexplained chronic illness Hello Dr. Chen, two months ago, I started experiencing numbness in my right little finger and ring finger. There is also significant pain on the inner side of my right elbow and in my right armpit. Three days ago, I began to feel pain below my right cl...