Ear, Internal Medicine FAQ - Page 37

Is there a risk of HIV infection? I know I might be overly anxious, but I still want to consult a doctor. Getting an answer from a medical professional might help ease my mind. Two days ago, an older woman asked me how to rent a Ubike, and during that time, I took her phone to as...

Immune system? Hello, Doctor: I previously asked you about issues related to rheumatology and immunology, specifically about skin pain and itching. I believe I may have lupus erythematosus, and the doctors have suggested further monitoring. The patient has been experiencing persi...

Sensation of a foreign body in the throat? I previously experienced a sensation of something stuck in my throat after drinking tea on an empty stomach and then eating pineapple cake. This feeling disappeared the next day, but after a few days, it returned intermittently, even whe...

Hyperthyroidism issues? Hello, doctor. Last week, my blood test results came back as follows: Ant-TPO: greater than 600, Ant-Tg: 351.6, Thyroglobulin: 0.34, TSH: 4.18, T4: 0.69. I would like to inquire what these values indicate regarding whether the medication is effectively con...

Weight loss In July of this year, after being diagnosed, I continued to have a poor appetite and trouble sleeping. In August, I started a new job that brought a lot of stress, and I had a persistent cough after the diagnosis, which only improved by the end of September. Before th...

Sjögren's Syndrome Index Thank you, doctor! First question: I was diagnosed with Sjögren's syndrome on August 19 this year, with an index of 280. Starting from the 20th, I took one quinine daily. On September 21, I had a second blood test, and the index was 334. During ...

Immune system diseases Hello Doctor, I apologize for the lengthy message. This past March, I experienced a persistent low-grade fever for a month and had blood tests done, which indicated elevated immune system markers suggesting rheumatoid arthritis. I was then referred to a r...

Renal dysfunction Hello doctor, I am currently eighteen years old. In my health examination report, I found that my creatinine level is elevated (1.45) and my uric acid level is high (9.2). Additionally, there is protein in my urine. Could you please explain what issues this migh...

Please ask your question? I apologize for bothering you, doctor, but I have a question. I was lying down playing on my phone when my grandmother suddenly needed to use the bathroom and called for my help. I rushed over, and after standing up, I suddenly felt dizzy and unsteady fo...

I almost got caught by the train door? Hello, today when I was out with my boyfriend, he hurriedly pulled me onto the train, and as I was walking in, the door almost closed on me and I felt a slight bump. Although I don't feel any pain now, I'm wondering if I might have...

I almost got caught in the train door by accident? Hello, today when I was out with my boyfriend, he hurriedly pulled me onto the train, and as I was getting on, the door almost closed on me, causing me to be slightly bumped. Although I don't feel any pain now, I'm wond...

Two questions, please ask the doctor? Hello, I have two questions I would like to ask you. Today, while practicing diaphragmatic breathing, I noticed that after exhaling, the left rib, specifically the bone in the upper left part of my abdomen, seems to protrude slightly more tha...

There is a lump in the anus? Hello, I have had a growth near my anus for 10 years, and sometimes there is some discharge. What could it be, and how should I handle it?

There is a lump in the anus? Hello, I have had a growth near my anus for 10 years, and sometimes there is some discharge. What could it be, and how should I handle it?

Transmission of COVID-19 Hello Doctor: Due to work, I come into contact with 3-4 clients daily who are not wearing masks (each interaction lasts about 20 minutes), as well as colleagues. Since I have a one-year-old child at home, my current practice is to spray alcohol all over m...

Peristalsis issues Hello, doctor. I have been severely troubled by gastrointestinal issues for the past two years. My stomach often makes inexplicable and frequent noises, regardless of whether I have eaten. The sounds are not the usual growling associated with hunger or gas move...

Tightness in the neck and difficulty breathing? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you a question. I have been on dialysis for over six years. Recently, I underwent ablation surgery due to atrial fibrillation. Lately, before dialysis, I often feel a tightness in my neck and diffi...

Regarding the issue of taking vitamin B? Hello doctor, I have diabetes and a kidney disease known as Fanconi syndrome. I have regular follow-up appointments, and my kidney function is currently about half of that of a normal person. Previously, I visited a neurologist due to pain...

Kidney problems Hello Dr. Huang, my estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) values from previous years (2017 to 2020) were consistently between 117 and 118. However, after undergoing surgery for a gynecological chocolate cyst at the end of March 2021, I started taking a medic...

Kidney issues Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR) Is a continuous decline in glomerular filtration rate (GFR) a cause for concern? After undergoing surgery for an ovarian chocolate cyst in March last year, I have been on medication for a year and a half, and I completed my treatment...