Understanding Your Symptoms: Possible Immune System Issues Explained
What disease is this? Hello Dr. Tseng, I currently have symptoms that suggest a cold, but after being diagnosed and having blood tests done by an otolaryngologist, it appears to be an issue with my immune system. I have swelling in the area under my jaw and neck that is painful w...
Dr. Zeng Guosen Reply:
Hello: Swelling and tenderness in the area below the ear and neck, along with fever, are most likely indicative of an infection combined with lymphadenopathy. This is less likely related to an allergic condition. It is recommended to visit an infectious disease outpatient clinic....[Read More] Understanding Your Symptoms: Possible Immune System Issues Explained
Is HIV Still an Untreatable Disease? Current Treatments and Future Outlook
Doctor, is it true that there is still no cure for AIDS? Doctor... if unfortunately I contract HIV... and blood tests confirm it... is HIV still considered an incurable disease at present... or are there treatment options available? Is there a possibility of a cure? What should I...
Dr. Zheng Shuxing Reply:
If it has been confirmed that the infection will not manifest for eight to ten years, it will gradually erode your immune system. Antiretroviral therapy (ART), often referred to as "cocktail therapy," can suppress the virus to undetectable levels and effectively boost t...[Read More] Is HIV Still an Untreatable Disease? Current Treatments and Future Outlook
Understanding Dizziness, Weakness, and Abnormal CRP Levels: What You Need to Know
Dizziness & Health Check Issues^^” Hello Doctor: I would like to ask about my frequent experiences of dizziness, general weakness, cold sweats, and cravings for sweets. Could this be anemia? Recently, I had a health check-up, and the report indicated that my C-reactive protei...
Dr. Zhao Chongliang Reply:
If dizziness occurs alone, it may be due to anemia or inner ear imbalance. However, if there is also generalized weakness, cold sweats, and cravings for sweets, one should consider the possibility of hypoglycemia, especially if the patient is on diabetes medication, as there may ...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness, Weakness, and Abnormal CRP Levels: What You Need to Know
Is Frequent Cold Medication Causing My Daughter's Stomach Pain?
Can taking too much cold medicine cause abdominal pain? Hello, my daughter will turn six years old this August. When she was two, she was hospitalized for suspected encephalitis, but everything was normal at her follow-up after discharge. Last January, she was hospitalized again ...
Dr. Xie Rongyuan Reply:
1. A 6-year-old child should be evaluated by a pediatrician. 2. I can provide some insights; common causes of abdominal pain in children often include irregular bowel habits, such as constipation, which is the most frequent cause. Additionally, frequent use of anti-inflammatory ...[Read More] Is Frequent Cold Medication Causing My Daughter's Stomach Pain?
Understanding Swollen Lymph Nodes: Causes and Concerns for Your Health
Swollen lymph nodes in the neck? Last year, I had to work late nights to finish an assignment, and as a result, a lymph node in my neck became swollen, measuring over a centimeter. After seeing a doctor and taking medication, it took about two to three weeks for it to go down. Re...
Dr. Zeng Guosen Reply:
Hello! Lymphadenopathy can be classified as benign or malignant. Benign lymphadenopathy is generally further divided into those caused by infections or those resulting from partial immune system issues. Based solely on the information provided by online users, it is difficult to ...[Read More] Understanding Swollen Lymph Nodes: Causes and Concerns for Your Health
Understanding Geographic Tongue and Oral Health Concerns
I'm sorry, there's another issue? I have already taken a test once, and it was negative. It has been three weeks since my last sexual encounter, and I will take another test in February. However, I have noticed that I have a coating on my tongue. I visited the dentist t...
Dr. Zheng Shuxing Reply:
Hello, Zhao Zilong! Oral candidiasis appears as white patches measuring 1-2 mm on the oral mucosa (the tongue is just one part of it) that may bleed when scraped. It typically occurs in immunocompromised patients (such as those undergoing chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or those...[Read More] Understanding Geographic Tongue and Oral Health Concerns
Understanding Sjögren's Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Sjögren's syndrome The English term for 謝格連氏症 is Sjögren's syndrome. Patients can develop this condition due to an autoimmune response, where the immune system mistakenly attacks the body's own moisture-producing glands, leading to symptoms such as dry mouth and dr...
Dr. Zheng Hongyi Reply:
Hello, I am Dr. Cheng. Regarding your question, the full name of Sjögren's syndrome is Sjögren's syndrome. This condition is not caused by an infection; it is a chronic autoimmune disorder characterized by abnormal immune system activity. It leads to lymphocytic infiltr...[Read More] Understanding Sjögren's Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Understanding Frequent Fever and Sore Throat: Causes and Concerns
Some questions about fever? I experienced fever more than a dozen times last year, but it rarely exceeded 39 degrees Celsius. Before I noticed the fever, I would first experience a sore throat, which made me realize I was running a fever. Why do I frequently have fevers, and why ...
Dr. Zhao Chongliang Reply:
Long-term low-grade intermittent fever should raise considerations for chronic inflammation, lymphoproliferative disorders, and collagen vascular diseases. The former, particularly in Taiwan, should include the possibility of tuberculosis. The second category may also apply to yo...[Read More] Understanding Frequent Fever and Sore Throat: Causes and Concerns
Managing Inflammation and Immune Support in Diabetic Patients
Please ask your question? Dear Dr. Ke, Medical History: 1. My mother is 63 years old and has a history of diabetes, hysterectomy, hyperthyroidism, and mild brainstem embolism (all under medication control). 2. She was treated for a cold over a month ago, and subsequently develop...
Dr. Ke Zhengchang Reply:
Your mother's angular cheilitis may be due to angular stomatitis or other conditions. It is recommended to consult a dermatologist or dentist to avoid misdiagnosis.[Read More] Managing Inflammation and Immune Support in Diabetic Patients
Understanding Your Health Check Report: Low White Blood Cells and Elevated Liver Function
Regarding the health examination report? A low white blood cell count of 3280/ml, elevated blood lipids, elevated liver function indices, and mild hematuria in the examination report may indicate several potential health issues. 1. **Low White Blood Cell Count (Leukopenia)**: T...
Dr. Li Huixiong Reply:
Sorry! The information you provided is incomplete. Please attach the data from the test report. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Your Health Check Report: Low White Blood Cells and Elevated Liver Function
Understanding Unexplained Fevers: Potential Causes and Solutions
Fever I have been experiencing fevers of unknown origin since I returned to Taiwan about two years ago. It is quite bothersome, as they do not resemble the fevers typically associated with a cold. They occur so frequently that I have begun to wonder if there is something wrong wi...
Dr. Ke Zhengchang Reply:
There are many diseases that can lead to fever of unknown origin. These require thorough investigation and treatment. Please visit our outpatient clinic for blood tests and evaluation of the fever.[Read More] Understanding Unexplained Fevers: Potential Causes and Solutions
Understanding AMIA, ANA, and Their Significance in Immune System Health
Immune system AMIA stands for Antimitochondrial Antibodies, which are often associated with autoimmune diseases, particularly primary biliary cholangitis. A titer of 53 indicates the concentration of these antibodies in the blood, with higher values suggesting a stronger autoim...
Dr. Zeng Fenyu Reply:
1. AMIN is the abbreviation for the examination of thyroid function-related microsomal antibodies, formally known as Anti-Microsomal Antibody. 2. ANA (Anti-Nuclear Antibody) is a test item related to autoimmune diseases, and the testing methods vary. In our hospital's test...[Read More] Understanding AMIA, ANA, and Their Significance in Immune System Health