Physical examination, Internal Medicine FAQ - Page 5

Eosinophilia typically indicates? (The first part was sent prematurely and is incomplete.) Hello, Doctor. I apologize for sending the previous message before I finished typing. I would like to ask: The results of my health check-up at Taichung City Hospital at the end of 2012 sho...

Dr. Hsiao, is it possible to test for lead levels on my own? Frequent urination at night with bubbles can be concerning.

Abdominal distension with the urge to defecate? Hello, Dr. Lee. Since last Wednesday, I've been feeling bloated and have no appetite. I feel full and can't eat much. I also have a constant urge to have a bowel movement and feel something in my rectum. I have both intern...

It is unclear whether this phenomenon is related to renal pathology? Hello, I have been experiencing a dull ache and discomfort in my right lower back every morning upon waking up for the past week. I do not have any urgency to urinate or any other urinary symptoms. I'm unsu...

About Anemia Hello, doctor. Five years ago, I had a physical examination, and my blood test results showed no anemia. However, recently I noticed that the inside of my lower eyelids looks pale and lacks color, although my lips and nails are quite pink. I haven't experienced ...

Foamy urine and kidney issues? Hello Dr. Lee, I have high blood pressure (stopped medication for 3 months, currently 135/82 mmHg). Over the past few months, I have experienced increased urination with foamy urine. I underwent a physical examination, and the results showed no pro...

Right groin? Since last summer, I've been experiencing discomfort on the right side of my body, starting with pain that is hard to describe. The uncomfortable area is located to the right of my right testicle, in the perineum, and the upper right side of my anus (initially, ...

Right lower abdominal bloating? In recent days, I have been experiencing bloating in my lower right abdomen, sometimes accompanied by pain, which becomes more pronounced when I exert myself. I consulted both urology and surgery specialists, and they ruled out a hernia. Then, I vi...

Thyroid issues? How does Dr. Lee identify thyroid issues?

Beta blockers Could you please clarify if the use of beta-blockers will cause an increase in blood glucose levels during a physical examination (compared to not using beta-blockers)? Thank you, little old man.

Shortness of breath and palpitations? Hello, doctor. I usually have a habit of drinking alcohol and smoking. About two weeks ago, after drinking, I suddenly felt palpitations and difficulty breathing the next day, which persisted for a long time, along with some dizziness. I went...

excuse me? Dear Dr. Hsiao, I suddenly experienced intermittent abdominal pain (below the navel) in the middle of the night, which was severe enough to cause a fever, accompanied by symptoms of belching and nausea. I went to the hospital for blood tests, and it seems that my prol...

Regarding height? Dear Dr. Yang, I would like to inquire about a male individual who is under 150 cm tall and received a Class D rating during military service physical examination. He has not developed any secondary sexual characteristics and has not experienced voice changes,...

Abnormal fasting blood glucose? Hello Dr. Yang, Last year during my physical examination, I was diagnosed with impaired glucose tolerance. After making some adjustments, I have been using a glucometer to monitor my blood sugar levels, which have been consistently around 95 mg/dL...

Nosebleeds for four consecutive days? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask you about something. I have been experiencing nosebleeds for four consecutive days. A doctor once mentioned that the mucosa in my nasal wings is thinner. However, there have been instances recently where I ha...

Respiration Occasionally, I experience a sharp pain on the left side of my chest when taking a deep breath. This often occurs around midnight, just before going to sleep.

Diabetic patients 1. Can a diabetic patient undergo surgery if their blood sugar is too high? 2. If the patient remains in a coma after surgery, does that mean they have become a vegetative state? 3. If they are in a vegetative state, is there a possibility of waking up?

Headache for 3 days? Dear Doctor, I have been experiencing severe headaches every morning upon waking up, which has persisted for three days (from the moment I open my eyes until I go to bed at night). This issue has started to affect my work. I suspect that my blood pressure ha...

Lymph There are severe swellings in areas with lymph nodes, such as multiple enlarged nodes in the upper thighs and armpits, which are increasing in size and are painless. What could be the cause? Additionally, I have reactions to various foods, such as a small amount of dairy pr...

Diabetes mellitus? Hello doctor, my family has a history of hereditary diabetes, and I had protein in my urine when I was younger. I visited various doctors until one time when I tested negative for protein in my urine and thought I was cured, so I stopped paying attention. Durin...