Understanding Basophil Counts: What Do Your Blood Test Results Mean?
Eosinophilia typically indicates? (The first part was sent prematurely and is incomplete.) Hello, Doctor. I apologize for sending the previous message before I finished typing. I would like to ask: The results of my health check-up at Taichung City Hospital at the end of 2012 sho...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
1. Regarding your white blood cell differential count, the total white blood cell count is normal, with a slightly elevated percentage of basophils and a slightly decreased hemoglobin level in red blood cells, which should be considered normal variations. There is no evidence of ...[Read More] Understanding Basophil Counts: What Do Your Blood Test Results Mean?
Understanding High White Blood Cell Count: Allergies or Other Causes?
What are the causes of elevated white blood cell count? Dear Doctor, my health check report indicates that my white blood cell count is elevated at approximately 12.7. Could this be related to my allergic rhinitis? I have had this condition for a long time and often experience na...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Hello: In response to your question. There are many types of white blood cells in the human body, including neutrophils, basophils, eosinophils, monocytes, and lymphocytes, which can be observed in peripheral blood. Various diseases can cause changes in the number, size, and morp...[Read More] Understanding High White Blood Cell Count: Allergies or Other Causes?
Understanding Neck Discomfort: Which Specialist to Consult?
excuse me? If you are experiencing a sensation of tightness or a foreign body feeling in the neck, you should consult an otolaryngologist (ENT specialist).
Dr. Chen Junwei Reply:
Most cases of foreign body sensation or infection in the throat are caused by chronic pharyngitis. If there is no smoking, alcohol consumption, or betel nut chewing, the incidence of tumors is low. However, there are many causes of chronic pharyngitis, such as gastroesophageal re...[Read More] Understanding Neck Discomfort: Which Specialist to Consult?
Understanding Dark Circles: When to See a Specialist
Dark circles Hello doctor, I also have allergic rhinitis and I have very noticeable dark circles around my eyes. I haven't experienced much allergy symptoms in the past year, but the dark circles are still quite severe. Which specialist should I see? Thank you! :)
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Hello: In response to your question. Dark circles (also known as periorbital dark circles) are commonly seen in clinical practice and trouble many individuals. There are various causes, including allergic conditions related to asthma or eczema, genetics, certain medications, anem...[Read More] Understanding Dark Circles: When to See a Specialist
Understanding Asthma: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Asthma Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if I have asthma. I have had allergic rhinitis for several years. I always sneeze when I wake up in the morning, and sometimes I experience allergies before bed, which leads to poor sleep quality. I often find myself gasping for air, feel...
Dr. Li Huixiong Reply:
Whether your allergic rhinitis is a self-diagnosis or a diagnosis made by a physician, individuals with an allergic constitution often experience issues with their nose, skin, and airways, which manifest as allergic rhinitis, atopic dermatitis, and asthma. It is recommended that ...[Read More] Understanding Asthma: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Understanding Mucus: Allergic Rhinitis and Its Implications
Regarding nasal mucus? Hello Doctor: My question is, I have always been a patient with allergic rhinitis. Every morning when I wake up, I notice that I have an excessive amount of nasal discharge. Recently, I discovered that there are many ants surrounding the used tissues with n...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, nasal secretions contain carbohydrates, which are naturally appealing to small insects. There is no need to panic. It is advisable to consult a specialist to address the issue of excessive secretions.[Read More] Understanding Mucus: Allergic Rhinitis and Its Implications
Effective Treatments for Persistent Cough: Relief Strategies Explained
How can cough be treated? Why have I been coughing continuously? I've been treating it for a long time, and the cough is very severe. I'm in a lot of pain!
Dr. Yao Quan Reply:
Dear Miss Yu-Juan, There are many reasons for a persistent cough. According to statistics, common causes include side effects from medications, post-nasal drip, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and asthma. For example, angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs), whi...[Read More] Effective Treatments for Persistent Cough: Relief Strategies Explained
Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues: Seeking Medical Advice for Relief
Gastrointestinal discomfort requires medical advice? I have experienced acute gastroenteritis since I was young, and sometimes I have stomach pain about 1 to 2 times a month. Whenever I drink cold beverages, I definitely have diarrhea, and I often drink soda. I know it's not...
Dr. Hong Hongchang Reply:
Hello, Brother Li: Based on your description of the gastrointestinal symptoms, I cannot provide an answer regarding folk remedies due to the lack of credible research reports. Since you live in Hsinchu, could you please visit the Gastroenterology Department at Hsinchu Hospital fo...[Read More] Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues: Seeking Medical Advice for Relief
Understanding Breathing Difficulties: Is It Related to Allergic Rhinitis?
Shortness of breath Hello, doctor. When I was a child, I was diagnosed with allergic rhinitis, but it was only mild discomfort in areas with poor air quality. Recently, I have experienced the following symptoms and am unsure if they are related to my allergic rhinitis. After taki...
Dr. Chen Baoli Reply:
Hello Miss Lu: From your description of the problem, it seems that you have been diagnosed with allergic rhinitis since elementary school. I would like to know if you regularly use medication to manage it. How often and under what circumstances do your allergic rhinitis symptoms ...[Read More] Understanding Breathing Difficulties: Is It Related to Allergic Rhinitis?
Understanding Persistent Sneezing: Causes and Health Implications
Frequent sneezing? Hello, Doctor: My husband has been experiencing continuous sneezing fits accompanied by nasal discharge. Previously, it occurred once a day, but now it happens several times a day. He hasn't seen a doctor because he feels it's not a big deal and just ...
Dr. Lin Mingfeng Reply:
Based on the symptoms you described, your husband is likely suffering from allergic rhinitis. In addition to the discomfort caused by the condition itself, severe cases may also be associated with issues such as difficulty concentrating, sleep disturbances, memory problems, fatig...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Sneezing: Causes and Health Implications
Understanding Leg Indentation: Causes and When to Seek Medical Help
It will indent when pressed? Hello, doctor. My mother is 41 years old, weighs 60 kg, and is 165 cm tall. She has a history of chronic gastritis and allergic rhinitis, and she often suffers from migraines. In recent months, she has noticed that when she presses down on her calves,...
Dr. Chen Fuquan Reply:
Dear Mr. Ku, As you mentioned, your aunt has been experiencing noticeable edema in her lower legs and feelings of fatigue over the past few months. I have a few questions regarding her condition: 1. **Liver Issues**: Has your aunt been a carrier of Hepatitis B or C for many yea...[Read More] Understanding Leg Indentation: Causes and When to Seek Medical Help
Understanding Year-Round Facial Redness and Body Heat: Allergy Connections
None Why does my face easily flush throughout the year and I also experience body heat? I have a hereditary allergic rhinitis; could this be related to my allergies? Thank you.
Dr. Liu Hongxiang Reply:
Facial flushing and body warmth are caused by vasodilation, which is regulated by the nervous and endocrine systems. For instance, a small secretion of adrenaline can lead to vasodilation, particularly in the facial blood vessels. Some individuals in London have sought surgery sp...[Read More] Understanding Year-Round Facial Redness and Body Heat: Allergy Connections
Understanding Ear Temperature Changes: A Sign of Underlying Health Issues?
Ear problems? Hello, doctor. Thank you for your hard work. I usually have a weaker constitution and have heart disease, ankylosing spondylitis, and allergies. I would like to ask: my ears are usually cold, but sometimes one ear is cold while the other is warm. I am unsure what co...
Dr. Zhao Chongliang Reply:
There have been no reports of ear-related issues associated with ankylosing spondylitis to date. Generally, the ears can experience congestion on one or both sides due to the abundance of small blood vessels. Given your history of heart disease, it is unclear whether you have hyp...[Read More] Understanding Ear Temperature Changes: A Sign of Underlying Health Issues?
Effective Strategies to Manage Allergic Rhinitis and Improve Allergy Tolerance
How to Completely Improve Allergic Constitution I have allergic rhinitis triggered by inhalants, with a dust mite allergy test result of 3+. I am currently taking royal jelly and OPC grape seed extract. Will these help improve my allergic condition, or is undergoing allergen immu...
Dr. Lin Jizhi Reply:
In general, the efficacy of health supplements such as royal jelly and OPC grape seed extract has not been established, and therefore cannot be commented on. Allergic rhinitis should be assessed for seasonal patterns, the presence of post-nasal drip, or the possibility of sinusit...[Read More] Effective Strategies to Manage Allergic Rhinitis and Improve Allergy Tolerance
Managing Excessive Sweating and Fatigue: A Guide for Allergy Sufferers
What should I do? Hello, doctor. In the past few months, I've been sweating profusely with even slight physical activity, and I've also been experiencing a runny nose. I feel dizzy and generally weak. I have a history of allergies, and with the heat being so intense, I&...
Dr. Ke Zhengchang Reply:
Hello, Swallow: If allergic rhinitis is causing severe nasal discharge, it can generally be effectively controlled with medication. If there is excessive sweating and emotional tension, in some patients, it may be due to hyperthyroidism, which can be diagnosed through testing.[Read More] Managing Excessive Sweating and Fatigue: A Guide for Allergy Sufferers
Chest and Back Pain During Coughing: Understanding Possible Causes
There has been chest pain and pain in the area of the right back behind the chest when coughing, and it has lasted for one week? First, I have been experiencing a persistent cold with symptoms such as a runny nose and continuous coughing for over a month now. In the past week, I ...
Dr. Guo Conghuai Reply:
Hello Mr. Zhu: Having a cold with a cough and runny nose for a month is somewhat prolonged. It is very likely that you are experiencing allergic rhinitis with post-nasal drip, or allergic rhinitis combined with airway hyperreactivity. You should see an otolaryngologist and a pulm...[Read More] Chest and Back Pain During Coughing: Understanding Possible Causes