Heart, Internal Medicine FAQ - Page 13

Cardiac issues? Hello, doctor. In March, I experienced daily palpitations and went to the emergency room at two different hospitals. I underwent blood tests, a CT scan, and an electrocardiogram, all of which showed no abnormalities. Later, I was referred to a psychiatrist who dia...

I've been feeling dizzy these past few days, with nausea and tightness in my chest? Last night, I suddenly felt very dizzy and weak in my limbs, so I immediately lay down to rest. While lying down, I felt much better, but my limbs still felt weak. I rested like this until th...

Regarding issues related to diabetes..? Hello, Director. I would like to ask about my health situation. I was diagnosed with diabetes on April 27. My blood test results on that date showed: fasting blood glucose 204 mg/dL, postprandial blood glucose 250 mg/dL, HbA1c 8.3%, total c...

Regarding sharp pain in the right upper abdomen? Hello, Dr. Hsiao. I have been experiencing a sudden feeling of hunger shortly after meals, which feels somewhat like an empty stomach sensation without the typical stomach growling. If I eat too quickly, I might even feel hungry ha...

Left chest tightness, persistent hiccups, and continuous coughing? Hello Doctor, at the beginning of the month, I felt a heaviness in my left chest and sometimes experienced slight weakness in my body. On the 8th, I went to a cardiologist for an examination, and the doctor mentio...

Left abdominal pain? After researching various materials and sharing experiences online, I have realized that I am experiencing discomfort in the upper left abdomen, approximately near the bottom left rib. The pain is not very severe (it feels more like a dull ache), but it has p...

Chronic bronchial itching and cough that cannot be resolved? Thank you, Doctor, for taking the time to answer my questions. I would like to ask: 1. Regarding your mention that lying down can lead to coughing, should we consider the issue of pulmonary edema? Can this condition be ...

Thyroid tumor has been removed, but persistent cough continues? My mother underwent thyroid tumor removal surgery on Monday. She had been experiencing severe coughing for a week prior to the surgery. The day after the surgery, Tuesday, she did not cough before noon, but after noo...

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, ...

Chronic bronchial itching and cough that cannot be resolved? Hello, doctor. I had a cold at the beginning of April, and after recovering, I started experiencing intense itching from my throat to my chest (likely in the trachea). Pressing firmly on my chest or the area between my ...

Hyperthyroidism Hello, doctor. I apologize for the interruption, but I would like to ask a question. My wife has a thyroid condition and previously experienced complications with her heart and kidney failure. However, she was stabilized and has been on medication for management. ...

Blood pressure issues Hello Doctor: I am 170 cm tall and weigh 53 kg. My parents do not have hypertension, I rarely drink alcohol, and I quit smoking six months ago. I tend to get anxious and have annual health check-ups, where my blood pressure has always been normal (<120/&l...

Left chest tightness, frequent belching after meals, and feeling the heartbeat while walking? Hello Doctor, at the beginning of April, I developed tendonitis in the ligaments of my right foot. Since I was going to Japan, I visited a clinic to obtain muscle relaxants and other com...

Diabetes medication consultation? Hello Doctor, my father is 63 years old and has symptoms of diabetes (pre-meal blood sugar around 120). He is currently taking diabetes medication. My father has a lean body type and is not obese, follows a vegetarian diet, and avoids greasy food...

The head often feels tingly and prickly, as if blood is rushing to it? Dr. Lee, I usually experience a tingling sensation in my head. I measured my blood pressure and it was 143/86. By noon, I still felt a bit of tingling. I would like to ask you about my current medications: I a...

Hypertension often makes me feel unwell, difficult to fall asleep, dry mouth, and fatigue? Hypertension is causing persistent discomfort, difficulty sleeping, dry mouth, and fatigue. The average heart rate is between 90 and 115 beats per minute, and the blood pressure is 162/101 ...

Rapid weight loss Hello doctor, on March 30th, my physician prescribed me Forxiga 10mg for weight loss. On April 5th, I returned for a check-up due to discomfort near my heart, and an ECG showed normal results, but my blood pressure was 155/101. The doctor asked if I wanted to tr...

Dizziness, blurred vision, and palpitations? I have recently caught a cold, but occasionally I feel dizzy, have a strong heartbeat, and my vision seems to be blurry. Could this be related to the cold, or is it due to another reason?

Arrhythmia in Hyperthyroidism Hello, Doctor. I was diagnosed with Graves' disease and hyperthyroidism at the age of 40. I have been taking medication for hyperthyroidism for a year now, but I still occasionally experience arrhythmias, with a heart rate of about 120, especial...

Anxiety, tension, excessive nasal mucus, and phlegm? Hello, doctor. Since February of this year, I have experienced an increase in nasal discharge and started coughing up phlegm. On one or two occasions, I noticed blood-streaked sputum, so I consulted an ENT specialist who confir...