Can You Be Discharged Within Hours After Rhabdomyolysis?
Rhabdomyolysis Is it possible to be discharged in just a few hours? Can one feel completely fine the next day? Is this feasible?
Dr. Wang Weijie Reply:
Hello, "rhabdomyolysis" refers to the rapid and excessive damage to our skeletal muscles (striated muscles), leading to the destruction and necrosis of muscle cells. The affected muscles typically exhibit pain or tenderness, and there may be a decrease in muscle contrac...[Read More] Can You Be Discharged Within Hours After Rhabdomyolysis?
Understanding Kidney Cysts: What to Do When Diagnosed
Renal cysts Hello Doctor, I am asking on behalf of my mother. She has been experiencing hematuria and visited a clinic where the doctor prescribed anti-inflammatory medication. However, after a week of taking the medication, there was no improvement. The doctor recommended that s...
Dr. Wang Weijie Reply:
Hello, renal cysts, commonly known as water bubbles or fluid tumors, are fluid-filled sacs that occur in the kidneys. Renal cysts can be classified into many types; some are hereditary while others are not. Some remain benign and do not affect the body. If you have any concerns, ...[Read More] Understanding Kidney Cysts: What to Do When Diagnosed
Low Lymphocyte Count: Could It Indicate HIV Infection?
A low lymphocyte count and a neutrophil count near the upper limit of normal could potentially indicate various conditions, including HIV. However, these findings alone are not definitive for an HIV diagnosis. It is important to consult a healthcare professional for further evalu...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
Regarding <My Story>, the response is as follows: 1. I discovered painful urination and purulent discharge in mid-December last year and immediately sought medical attention at a clinic. However, there was no discharge during the examination. The doctor administered an in...[Read More] Low Lymphocyte Count: Could It Indicate HIV Infection?
Persistent Left Back Itching and Numbness: Seeking Answers in Medical Care
Numbness and itching deep in the left back? About five months ago, I started feeling a tingling and itchy sensation deep in my left back, near the scapula. Scratching the skin is completely ineffective, and pressing hard provides only slight relief. Since the itchy sensation is a...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, I understand you have been feeling unwell and it has not improved. Based on your description, there are indeed many conditions that could cause such symptoms, including left arm injuries (such as strains or poor posture), heart issues, or problems with the stomach or pancr...[Read More] Persistent Left Back Itching and Numbness: Seeking Answers in Medical Care
Rabies Exposure Concerns: What Parents Need to Know
Rabies infection issues Hello, doctor. I would like to ask, if my hand came into contact with the saliva of a stray dog and I only washed my hands normally afterward, touching water 2-3 times during that period, and then handled fruit for my child to eat (with my hands touching t...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
Dear readers, Regarding the question of whether contact with the saliva of a stray dog could lead to rabies infection after only washing hands normally, touching water 2-3 times, and then cutting fruit for a child (with the hands touching the fruit), especially since the child h...[Read More] Rabies Exposure Concerns: What Parents Need to Know
Recurring Hand Swelling and Itching: Possible Causes and Concerns
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...
Dr. Gao Jiankai Reply:
Hello, thank you for your inquiry. Based on your symptoms, it seems like you may be experiencing urticaria or angioedema, but a definitive diagnosis requires a physical examination and a detailed medical history. I recommend taking photos of the swelling and then consulting with ...[Read More] Recurring Hand Swelling and Itching: Possible Causes and Concerns
Understanding Cold Fingers and Prolonged Facial Edema: Causes and Solutions
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...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, regarding your questions, there are a few points that need clarification: 1. Concerning cold hands and feet, I would like to know if there are any color changes, such as turning white, then purple, and finally red. If so, it may indicate Raynaud's phenomenon, and you...[Read More] Understanding Cold Fingers and Prolonged Facial Edema: Causes and Solutions
Is Industrial Alcohol in Household Cleaners Harmful to Health?
Alcohol intoxication issues I would like to ask the doctor if inhaling industrial alcohol is harmful or poses a risk of chronic poisoning. I recently remembered that I have a bottle of lemon cleaner given by my neighbor, and I'm not sure if it is made from medical-grade or i...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Sir/Madam, 1. To my knowledge, industrial alcohol primarily consists of approximately 95% ethanol (C2H5OH) and 5% methanol (CH3OH). The metabolic pathway for alcohols generally follows the sequence of alcohol → aldehyde → acid. In the human body, the metabolic enzymes are s...[Read More] Is Industrial Alcohol in Household Cleaners Harmful to Health?
Understanding Symptoms During HIV Window Period: What You Need to Know
Regarding some questions? Doctor, I would like to ask if diarrhea, chest pain, or increased heart rate can occur during the window period of HIV. Sometimes I feel a dull discomfort in my penis, and I visited a urologist who said there were no visible abnormalities. I still experi...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello: When HIV is first contracted, it may present with symptoms similar to those of a cold. However, during the window period, there are usually no specific symptoms. The symptoms you described are generally not indicative of HIV. To confirm whether one has HIV, it is recommend...[Read More] Understanding Symptoms During HIV Window Period: What You Need to Know
Understanding Symptoms After Intimate Encounters: When to Seek Medical Help
This symptom is somewhat severe..? Hello Dr. Liao, on October 10th, I went to a hotel with my girlfriend for the first time. The bathroom was dry, and we took about 40 minutes before using the toilet. That day, I did not have an erection or penetration, but I did use my tongue to...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
Dear readers: 1. Regarding the question, "I have two areas of broken skin on my foot; could the hotel be the source of infection?" A: If it was oral sex, the wounds on your foot are not related to sexually transmitted infections. Just ensure proper wound care. 2. Con...[Read More] Understanding Symptoms After Intimate Encounters: When to Seek Medical Help
Understanding Chronic Pain: From Lymphadenitis to Muscle Discomfort
Chest tightness, hard lumps under the armpits, muscle pain, neck pain, back pain, and facial pain? Hello Dr. Liao: I am a 40-year-old mother, and I have been troubled by pain for the past few months (some of this pain actually started several years ago), but it has worsened recen...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
Dear readers, regarding the issues of "chest tightness, hard lumps under the armpits, muscle pain, neck pain, back pain, and facial pain," I suggest the following: 1. Being a homemaker is a demanding job that often goes unnoticed or unappreciated by family members. It...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Pain: From Lymphadenitis to Muscle Discomfort
Effects of Essential Oils on Kidney Health: A Closer Look
The effects of essential oils on the kidneys? Hello Dr. Wu, I would like to inquire about the essential oil issue. I have learned that my colleague is using wild orange essential oil, which I found online contains limonene as its main chemical component. My colleague applies it t...
Dr. Wu Jiyu Reply:
Hello: Your question can be addressed from several perspectives. 1) Essential oils are primarily volatile organic compounds, typically containing multiple chemical constituents (sometimes up to dozens). There may not always be a single predominant component, and the effects on th...[Read More] Effects of Essential Oils on Kidney Health: A Closer Look
Diagnosing Non-Gout Acute Attacks: Beyond Uric Acid Testing
In addition to measuring uric acid levels, what other methods can be used to achieve a definitive diagnosis during an acute attack of non-gouty arthritis? Hello Dr. Gao, Due to my work in the United States, I was unable to return to Taiwan for medical treatment. On a day when I...
Dr. Gao Jiankai Reply:
Hello, thank you for your question. I will summarize my response as follows: 1. I believe the likelihood of gout is very low, even if you have mild hyperuricemia. Generally, gout attacks are quite severe, with significant redness, swelling, heat, and pain, often preventing indi...[Read More] Diagnosing Non-Gout Acute Attacks: Beyond Uric Acid Testing
Should You Get Tested for Hepatitis B After Using a Carrier's Toothpaste?
Using the same toothpaste as a carrier of Hepatitis B? Hello Dr. Liao, my husband is 33 years old and does not have hepatitis B surface antigens or antibodies. Three days ago, he accidentally used a toothbrush that belonged to a hepatitis B carrier. He does not remember if he had...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
Dear readers: Regarding the situation of my husband, who is 33 years old and has no hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg) or antibodies. Three days ago, he mistakenly used toothpaste that belonged to a hepatitis B carrier. He does not recall if he had any gum bleeding at that time....[Read More] Should You Get Tested for Hepatitis B After Using a Carrier's Toothpaste?
Can Dirty Underwear Cause Breast or Genital Diseases?
I'm sorry, but it seems that the content you provided is Hello, doctor. When I posted the article 111467, I accidentally clicked on something else and lost the page, so I want to confirm my questions one last time: 1. If the inner side of undergarments is not clean, can it...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
Dear readers: Regarding <Point 1, there are two questions concerning the breast and the perineum> A: The skin care for the breast and the perineum is quite similar; however, the breast is more frequently examined by dermatologists or breast surgeons (more comfortably), whil...[Read More] Can Dirty Underwear Cause Breast or Genital Diseases?
Can Unclean Underwear Cause Breast or Genital Diseases?
I'm sorry, but it seems that the content you provided is Hello, Doctor. I apologize for asking again. I have two questions: 1. If the inner side of undergarments is not clean, can it lead to breast diseases? Specifically, can it cause breast cancer or other serious diseases?...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
Dear readers: Regarding <Generally, it won't happen; at most, it may cause skin/muscle inflammation or infection due to abrasions> A: Yes, take good care of your skin; it will make you glow and boost your confidence. Thank you![Read More] Can Unclean Underwear Cause Breast or Genital Diseases?
Can Bacterial Infections from Clothing Cause Breast Cancer?
Is breast cancer caused by bacterial infection? Hello Doctor, here’s the situation: One day in August, while I was helping my family with laundry, I came into contact with some undergarments that were not very clean, specifically the inner side of my 72-year-old grandmother'...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
Dear readers: Regarding the question, "Can breast cancer be caused by bacterial infection?" A: 1. Generally, it does not occur; at most, it may lead to skin/muscle inflammation due to abrasions. 2. Risk factors for breast cancer include family history, diet, and lifesty...[Read More] Can Bacterial Infections from Clothing Cause Breast Cancer?
Is Gonorrhea a Common Cause of Tendonitis?
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-...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
Dear readers, 1. Is it common for tendonitis in the fingers to be caused by gonorrhea? Besides the hands, there is also a sensation of pain and inflammation in the lower limb joints. A: Generally, it is not common. If there is arthritis in a specific joint along with skin symp...[Read More] Is Gonorrhea a Common Cause of Tendonitis?
Understanding Thyroid Tumors: Insights on Surgery and Follow-Up Care
Thyroid tumor Hello, doctor. I have a nodule on my right side that has been monitored and aspirated, both results indicating it is benign. I found it bothersome, so I opted for surgical intervention. The doctor performed a unilateral total thyroidectomy to remove the tumor (nodul...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Ms. Shine: 1. If a thyroid nodule appears hard and is accompanied by cervical lymphadenopathy, malignant transformation should be considered. If a long-standing goiter suddenly enlarges rapidly, accompanied by localized skin redness and fever, differentiated thyroid carcino...[Read More] Understanding Thyroid Tumors: Insights on Surgery and Follow-Up Care
Is My Sudden Back Pain a Sign of HIV Risk? Common Concerns Explained
Is the risk of HIV high? Hello, I would like to ask about an incident that happened yesterday while I was riding my motorcycle at approximately 40 km/h. Suddenly, I felt a sharp pain in my back. I immediately touched the area but didn’t feel anything. Later, a person rode past me...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the chance of HIV infection is indeed very low, and there is no need for prophylactic medication. The pain in the skin on your back is usually caused by muscle soreness. If you are concerned, you can have a blood test done in 3 to 6 weeks. Thank ...[Read More] Is My Sudden Back Pain a Sign of HIV Risk? Common Concerns Explained