Ear, Internal Medicine FAQ - Page 16

Rheumatoid-related inquiries? Hello, Dr. Gao. I previously asked you about rheumatoid-related issues (pain in both wrists) on September 11. The blood test results are out, and I also had an X-ray of my hands. The rheumatologist said there were no issues. I would like to ask you a...

Eye swelling Hello, doctor. I was recently diagnosed with a thyroid issue, accompanied by swelling around my eyes, and I sometimes feel that my vision is a bit blurry. Is this related to my thyroid condition? If so, will the swelling and blurry vision symptoms disappear once my t...

Needle stick injury without testing for more than six months? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask if, after more than six months since the injection, a recent blood test can show negative or positive results without prior testing. The injection was done with an insulin needle, and ...

Medication issues I would like to ask about my situation. After abnormal ANA antibody results from a blood test, I underwent several examinations. Initially, I tested positive for Sjögren's syndrome antibodies, and recently, due to severe Raynaud's phenomenon, I also te...

Foamy urine issue Hello, Doctor: For the past month or so, I have noticed small bubbles in my urine (sometimes a whole patch when it's severe), most of which disperse and disappear within five minutes, but sometimes a little bit remains for a long time. Additionally, I have ...

Can I continue taking fish oil? Hello Dr. Tseng, my son is 21 years old and has been diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis for nearly four years. Initially, he was only taking Celebrex (he tried Voltaren but it was ineffective). Over the past year, he has added two capsules of Sa...

Stray dog issue Hello doctor, today I went up the mountain with my family and while riding a motorcycle, two or three wild dogs suddenly rushed towards us, barking loudly. It was quite frightening, but fortunately, they did not chase us afterward. During the encounter, I don'...

Hyperthyroidism to hypothyroidism? Hello Doctor, in April I was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism with T4: 5.1 and TSH: <0.005. After medication, my levels dropped to low in late May. The doctor advised me to stop the medication for three to five days and then continue with a red...

Suspected ankylosing spondylitis? Hello Doctor, I am 28 years old. Initially, six months ago, after a full-body adjustment, I started experiencing stiffness and pain in my back upon waking up, particularly in the upper back (with no issues in the lower back). After stretching in...

Transmission routes of HIV (needle stick) If I was injured by a needle on the seat of a motorcycle while moving it in the morning, and if that needle had HIV-infected blood on it, would I be at risk of contracting HIV from the injury? Why or why not?

Is it confirmed? I started seeing a rheumatologist at the end of last year (2022) due to morning stiffness in my fingers. My rheumatoid factor test results have been inconsistent, showing both positive and negative results. The only relatively consistent finding is from the ultra...

Inquiry about Rheumatoid Arthritis Hello, Doctor. Over the past two to three years, I have frequently experienced skin allergies (rashes). When I am back in my hometown (Miaoli), my condition improves significantly during my vacation, but it immediately relapses when I return to ...

In this situation, is it safe to continue taking fish oil? Hello Dr. Gao, my son is 21 years old and has been diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis for nearly 4 years. Initially, he was only taking Celebrex (he tried Voltaren but it was ineffective). Over the past year, he has ad...

Elevated body temperature? Hello, my daughter is 14 years old and recently her body temperature has been between 37.5 to 38 degrees Celsius. Previously, her temperature was mostly around 36.6 degrees. She does not have any discomfort, and when her temperature reaches 38 degrees, ...

Eating food that contains cockroaches? 1. I found a small dead cockroach in my bowl while having breakfast. I'm not sure if it was crushed by the food or scalded by the freshly cooked food. At that moment, I didn't think much of it and continued eating. Halfway through,...

Is there a risk of HIV infection from a scratched area in the groin? Recently, I had sexual relations with a sex worker. About 1-2 months later, I noticed that my groin area had been scratched and was red, with some broken skin, but there was no significant bleeding. I used a con...

Inquiry about HIV symptoms? Last week, I had sexual intercourse with a condom, but I have a solid herpes sore on my vulva that is not bleeding. If my partner has HIV, am I at risk of contracting the virus? This week, I've been feeling the urge to use the restroom after eatin...

HIV Transmission Routes (Allergy) I have an allergic constitution, so my eyes, nose, and ears are easily itchy. To relieve the itching, I often use my hands to touch the mucous membranes of my eyes, ears, and nose. If my hands have HIV-infected bodily fluids and I continuously to...

The likelihood of anxiety-induced rheumatoid arthritis? Hello Doctor, I previously asked you questions related to rheumatoid issues. I have health anxiety and had blood tests for rheumatoid-related checks last November. At that time, the doctor said the results were normal and ad...

Rheumatoid arthritis Hello, doctor. I would like to ask: 1. In your clinical experience, are there many cases of rheumatoid arthritis diagnosed around the age of 20? 2. Does having rheumatoid arthritis always lead to joint deformities? 3. Is rheumatoid arthritis still considered ...