Finger, Internal Medicine FAQ - Page 10

Should I be concerned about this? Hello, doctor. Here's the situation: Before 8:00 PM, a dorm neighbor borrowed my computer (this neighbor is known to visit red-light districts). After 8:00 PM, I was the only one using the computer. At 8:08 PM, I impulsively watched adult co...

Which department should I see? Hello Doctor: I would like to inquire about experiencing unexplained localized warmth in the body (specifically in the shoulders, back, and chest) at normal room temperature, along with sweating at the back of the head. My body temperature ranges be...

Limb joints Hello Doctor, I have had joint discomfort since I was young. Whenever the weather changes, I feel soreness, primarily in my upper limbs—elbows, wrists, and fingers—and in my lower limbs—hip joints (less frequently), knees, ankles, and toes. Now at 30 years old, this c...

Warts on your boyfriend's hand can be contagious. Warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), which can be transmitted through direct skin-to-skin contact or by touching surfaces that have been contaminated with Is it possible to transmit infections through kissing a...

ANA index and HIV I had an ANA test at the Rheumatology and Immunology Department of Taoyuan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, with a result of 1:1280. All detailed examinations were normal, but I am experiencing pain in my left knee and finger joints, as well as dry mout...

Same-day follow-up appointment? Hello, doctor. Continuing from my previous question, that night I felt anxious and restless. After having dinner, about two hours later, I went to one of the clinics to self-pay for a blood glucose test. The nurse cleaned my finger with alcohol and...

Fasting blood glucose Hello doctor, I have a habit of regularly checking my blood sugar. This morning, I went to the clinic and had my blood sugar tested, and the result was 124. About three months ago, at the same clinic, it was in the 90s. Then, about 10 minutes later, I went t...

Sjögren's syndrome Hello, Doctor! Three years ago, I experienced stiffness in my fingers upon waking up in the morning, which resolved after two to three minutes. Initially, I suspected rheumatoid arthritis. Blood tests showed elevated anti-ENA at 3.7 and Ro at 45.6, while t...

Gastrointestinal issues / Thyroid problems Recently, I have noticed a slight trend of weight loss. Last September, I weighed 60 kg, and by last Tuesday, I was around 58 kg, and this morning, I weighed 57 kg. Although my eating habits have changed (I no longer eat late-night snack...

I have experienced itching and swelling in my palms five times within the past six months, and I am very concerned? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about the swelling of my palms or fingers that has occurred five times in the past six months. Is there something wrong with my b...

Stiffness in the fingers and prolonged suspected facial edema? Hello, doctor. I often experience cold fingers, especially during winter. Even after playing sports for two hours, my fingers remain cold. Sometimes, in the morning, my fingers feel a bit stiff, but they improve after...

Feeling a rapid heartbeat and slight numbness in the left arm? Doctor, two weeks ago, one night while studying, I suddenly felt a sharp pain in the middle of my chest, near the left side. I then experienced a rapid heartbeat, along with some numbness in my left arm and leg. I was...

Can gonorrhea cause tendonitis? Hello, doctor. Is it common for tendonitis in the fingers to be caused by gonorrhea? In addition to the hands, I also feel pain and inflammation in the joints of my lower limbs. I have seen a doctor who said there was nothing serious, but the anti-...

There is a nodule or hard lump on the second phalanx of the right thumb? In the past six months, I have experienced pain in my right thumb when performing certain actions (such as opening bottles or snack packages, where I cannot apply force). There is pain and stiffness when ben...

How should a series of symptoms be evaluated? Today, I have been experiencing a series of symptoms that started after I developed a urological condition. Initially, I had testicular pain due to frequent erections without proper relief during that time. After consulting a urologis...

Regarding diabetes and the genetic aspects of diabetes? Director Li, I have a few questions: 1. My bedtime blood sugar levels are between 90 and 100. Is this considered low? In the morning, my levels are around 110 to 120. What should I be aware of? 2. Why do my post-meal blo...

Swelling of the index finger (non-articular) Hello, I would like to ask about a situation I experienced. Last night, I suddenly had swelling and throbbing pain in the tip of my index finger (not related to the joint), which kept me awake. The next morning, I went to a clinic for ...

Regarding sharp pain in the upper right abdomen after exercise? Hello Dr. Hsiao, I previously inquired about a problem here (#107015). The symptoms of hunger have not disappeared, and I am currently maintaining a small, frequent meal schedule. I would like to ask another question...

Post-thyroid cancer surgery considerations for fertility planning? Dear Dr. Hsiao, I underwent thyroid cancer surgery in early October 2015, which involved a total thyroidectomy and partial lymphadenectomy. I received radioactive iodine (I-131) treatment in early November 2015, ...

Regarding sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)? Hello, doctor: 1. Aside from high-risk behaviors and drug use, is there a chance of contracting HIV from normal contact if my fingers are prone to dryness and cracking? 2. What is the window period for HIV testing? Most sources ...