Understanding Discomfort in Dialysis Patients: Heat Sensation and More
Body heat or feeling hot? Dear Doctor, My elder family member is 70 years old and has been undergoing dialysis three times a week for over three years. Recently, we have noticed that if he misses a dialysis session or goes two days without it, he experiences several uncomfortab...
Dr. Lin Wuxuan Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, these symptoms may be caused by uremia. Hemodialysis treatment (commonly referred to as dialysis) is not a panacea and cannot be compared to the natural functions of healthy kidneys. It can only assist the body in eliminating some water-soluble t...[Read More] Understanding Discomfort in Dialysis Patients: Heat Sensation and More
Understanding Thiamazole: Is It an Anticoagulant Due to Its Side Effects?
Medication issues Hello, doctor: I would like to inquire about the medication Propylthiouracil for thyroid issues. It has side effects such as thrombocytopenia or impaired coagulation function. Does this mean it is considered an anticoagulant? I'm a bit unclear if they are t...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
1. Procil® (PTU, Propylthiouracil 50mg/Tab) concentrates in the thyroid gland after administration, inhibiting the iodination of tyrosine and the coupling of iodinated tyrosine, as well as blocking the conversion of T4 (thyroxine) to T3 (triiodothyronine). The main side effects i...[Read More] Understanding Thiamazole: Is It an Anticoagulant Due to Its Side Effects?
Understanding Fasting Blood Sugar Testing: Common Questions Answered
Please ask again about the timing for blood glucose testing and any other related questions? Hello, Dr. Hsiao! I have read your previous response regarding my question about blood sugar testing times and other related issues, but I still have some confusion. I would like to ask a...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Question 1: The diagnostic criteria for diabetes published by the American Diabetes Association in 2010 are as follows: a. Fasting plasma glucose level ≥ 126 mg/dl after at least 8 hours of fasting. b. Plasma glucose level ≥ 200 mg/dl during a 2-hour oral glucose tolerance test. ...[Read More] Understanding Fasting Blood Sugar Testing: Common Questions Answered
Accidentally Ingested Hair Dye: Should You Worry About Kidney Damage?
Accidentally ingested a small amount of hair dye? Accidentally ingesting a small amount of hair dye while dyeing your hair may cause concern, but if you did not experience any noticeable discomfort afterward, it is likely that the amount ingested was minimal and not harmful. Gene...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Hello: In response to your questions. 1. Hair dyes can be broadly classified based on their effects and ingredients into temporary hair colorants, plant-based dyes, semi-permanent hair dyes, progressive hair dyes, and permanent hair dyes. Currently, most commercially available ha...[Read More] Accidentally Ingested Hair Dye: Should You Worry About Kidney Damage?
Understanding HLA-ABC Typing Results: Significance of A2, A24, B38, B46
HLA-ABC report? The HLA-ABC typing serologic results indicate the specific human leukocyte antigen (HLA) alleles present in the individual. In this case, the results show A2, A24 for the A locus and B38, B46 for the B locus. This information is significant for several reasons: ...
Dr. Gao Jiankai Reply:
Hello, HLA stands for Human Leukocyte Antigen, which is an abbreviation for the last word in the phrase. HLA molecules are extracellular characteristics, and all cells within the same individual express the same HLA profile, serving as a cellular identification similar to a finge...[Read More] Understanding HLA-ABC Typing Results: Significance of A2, A24, B38, B46
Understanding Recurrent Fever: Causes and Concerns in Adults
High fever Hello Doctor: Two years ago, on October 10th, while I was walking with a friend after visiting a night market, I started to feel pain in the back of my head, which then radiated to my back. Generally, I experience pain in the back of my head when I am very tired, but i...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
Hello Nancy: 1. The fever and headache on October 10, 2005, may indicate a viral infection, possibly even symptoms of a central nervous system infection. After treatment (such as intravenous fluids and medication), the white blood cell count quickly rose from over 1000 to 4000,...[Read More] Understanding Recurrent Fever: Causes and Concerns in Adults
Understanding Chitosan and Its Potential Role in Treating COPD and Lung Fibrosis
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Hello: My father has been diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and the doctor said it is in the advanced stage. I once read a report stating that high molecular weight chitosan could treat pulmonary fibrosis. I ...
Dr. Lin Mingfeng Reply:
According to a search on Medline, there is currently insufficient evidence in the medical literature to support the efficacy of high molecular water-soluble chitosan for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Only a few studies have documented the use of chitosan in certai...[Read More] Understanding Chitosan and Its Potential Role in Treating COPD and Lung Fibrosis
Which Specialist to See for Skin Moles and Kidney Pain?
Which department should I consult? I recently noticed that I have been developing moles on my body. I have heard people say that this is a sign of "cancer." Which department should I consult? Additionally, I often experience sharp pain in the area of my kidneys. Could t...
Dr. Yang Jun Reply:
Hello: In response to your inquiry regarding the mole on your body and concerns about potential malignant changes, it is advisable to consult a dermatologist for further diagnosis and management. The kidneys are located on both sides of the lower back; if there is pain in that ar...[Read More] Which Specialist to See for Skin Moles and Kidney Pain?
Can Nuclear Medicine Imaging Alone Confirm Myocardial Infarction?
Can a myocardial infarction be definitively diagnosed solely based on nuclear medicine imaging? Hello, my mother recently went to a hospital for an examination and received the following report: NUCLEAR MEDICINE REPORT TL-201 MYOCARDIAL PERFUSION SCAN A TI-201 myocardial perfus...
Dr. Ke Zhengchang Reply:
Dear Ms. Wang Ziyi, Myocardial infarction refers to the ischemic necrosis of myocardial cells, while myocardial ischemia indicates that the coronary arteries are unable to supply sufficient blood, leading to hypoxia of the myocardial cells without cell death. Therefore, myocardi...[Read More] Can Nuclear Medicine Imaging Alone Confirm Myocardial Infarction?