Understanding Urticaria: Allergic Reactions or Medication Side Effects?
Is it simple urticaria, a drug allergy, or a side effect of antithyroid medication? I started experiencing hyperthyroidism on April 2nd and began taking Levothyroxine, one tablet twice a day, and Metoprolol, one to two tablets daily. On April 20th, a Bartholin gland cyst recurred...
Dr. Lin Wufu Reply:
Hello: Cephalosporins and penicillins have similar structures, and individuals who are allergic to one type have a 10-20% chance of being allergic to the other type of antibiotic. Therefore, it is indeed possible that you may also have an allergy to penicillin antibiotics. It is ...[Read More] Understanding Urticaria: Allergic Reactions or Medication Side Effects?
Understanding Risks of Drug-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus in Hospitalized Patients
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) Hello Dr. Hong, my mother, who is 97 years old, was hospitalized from June 7th due to a bleeding gastric ulcer. On June 9th, she vomited and developed aspiration pneumonia. On June 15th, the doctor informed me that her pneumonia ...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, Staphylococcus, whether antibiotic-resistant or not, is a common environmental bacterium. As long as the body is healthy, there is no risk of infection. Therefore, your mention of drinking juice poses no infection concerns, as long as you are cautious about the hot weather...[Read More] Understanding Risks of Drug-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus in Hospitalized Patients
Understanding Staphylococcus Blood Infections: Causes and Treatment Options
Staphylococcus aureus infection in the blood? Hello, my family member was hospitalized due to a car accident, suffering from a mild concussion and some external injuries. However, after three days in the hospital, they started experiencing persistent high fever, and tests reveale...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
Dear readers, I. Regarding <The incubation period of Staphylococcus in blood infections>: A: Staphylococcus infections often originate from wounds, and occasionally from the respiratory and urinary tracts. In short, as long as there is an entry point on the body that is ...[Read More] Understanding Staphylococcus Blood Infections: Causes and Treatment Options
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?
Understanding Body Immunity After Fever: What to Expect?
Body immunity after a fever? Hello Dr. Liao, I would like to ask you a question. Generally, when we get sick, it is due to a weakened immune system that allows viruses or bacteria to invade. After becoming ill, the antibodies in the body fight against the viruses or bacteria, whi...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
Dear readers: Regarding <Body Resistance After Fever> A: 1. Generally, healthy individuals (aged over 15 and under 65) have a more mature immune system, making them less susceptible to infections from external pathogens. Other age groups may be more prone to illness if they...[Read More] Understanding Body Immunity After Fever: What to Expect?
Understanding Left Lower Abdominal Pain and Increased Bowel Movements
Left lower abdominal dull pain? Hello doctor, my bowel movements have increased, and I have a dull pain in my lower left abdomen. I also experience significant pain in the anus during defecation. What could be the issue?
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
Dear readers, regarding the issue of "increased bowel movements and dull pain in the lower left abdomen, with significant pain during defecation": 1. The pain in the lower left abdomen can have many possible causes, such as medications, infections, or underlying gastr...[Read More] Understanding Left Lower Abdominal Pain and Increased Bowel Movements
Risk of HIV and Hepatitis Infection from Haircut: What You Need to Know
Infection issues I would like to ask, today I went for a haircut, and because I had a pimple on the back of my neck, the barber accidentally broke it open with the electric clipper while trimming my hair, causing it to bleed. If the clipper had come into contact with the blood of...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
Dear readers: 1. Regarding whether popping pimples on the back of the neck that bleed can lead to infection: (1) The infection rates for HIV, HBV, and HCV are approximately 1:10:100. (2) In fact, the likelihood of infection from skin bacteria, such as Staphylococcus and...[Read More] Risk of HIV and Hepatitis Infection from Haircut: What You Need to Know
Understanding Hormonal Imbalance: Acne and Its Underlying Causes
Endocrine disorder? Hello, doctor. I've been struggling with acne since high school and have seen many dermatologists and traditional Chinese medicine practitioners, using countless topical treatments. Recently, since September of last year, my condition has worsened (staphy...
Dr. Sun Yizhen Reply:
Hello, Xiao Shi: Please visit the dermatology outpatient clinic for evaluation and treatment. Hepatitis B is not necessarily related to acne, but you should still follow your gastroenterologist's advice for regular follow-up and examinations.[Read More] Understanding Hormonal Imbalance: Acne and Its Underlying Causes
Managing Peritoneal Dialysis-Related Peritonitis: A Patient's Journey
Peritoneal dialysis-associated peritonitis Hello Dr. Yang, About six years ago, I started peritoneal dialysis due to chronic kidney failure. The past six years have gone quite smoothly, and I have been very attentive to cleanliness and hygiene. However, at the end of last year,...
Dr. Yang Zhongwei Reply:
Hello: The biggest enemy of peritoneal dialysis (PD) is peritonitis. Generally, it can be resolved with antibiotic infusion treatment; however, there are certain situations where catheter removal and conversion to hemodialysis (HD) are necessary. For instance, in cases of fungal ...[Read More] Managing Peritoneal Dialysis-Related Peritonitis: A Patient's Journey
Recurring Inflammation Under the Groin: Causes and Treatment Options
Recurrent inflammation of the groin? You have a 13-year-old son who is 177 cm tall and weighs 88 kg. He has been experiencing recurrent inflammation in his groin area. Three months ago, he had redness and swelling with a hard lump, accompanied by fever, and several punctate wound...
Dr. Lin Mingfeng Reply:
First, you can inquire with the original surgeon about the culture results from the last drainage of the abscess. If the infection is caused by Staphylococcus aureus, the patient may have a soft tissue infection or possibly acute lymphadenitis caused by this bacterium, which is n...[Read More] Recurring Inflammation Under the Groin: Causes and Treatment Options
Navigating Diabetes Complications: A Daughter's Plea for Guidance
I'm sorry, but I need specific content to translate. Please provide the text you would My father, who has always had a strong personality, has been suffering from diabetes for the past three years without letting any of his friends or family know. It wasn't until Decemb...
Dr. Yang Jun Reply:
Hello: In response to your inquiry, I am deeply sorry to hear about your father's condition. The complications of diabetes include macrovascular diseases such as heart and cerebrovascular disorders, as well as microvascular diseases like retinopathy, nephropathy, and periphe...[Read More] Navigating Diabetes Complications: A Daughter's Plea for Guidance
Understanding Fever and Fatigue After Kissing: Possible Causes and Solutions
Fever Dear Deputy Director, I have a question that is somewhat difficult to express. I am thirty years old, and recently, after kissing my girlfriend, I experience fever and general fatigue 1-2 hours later, although my temperature does not exceed 38 degrees Celsius. These sympto...
Dr. Zhao Chongliang Reply:
The occurrence of symptoms 1-2 hours after the event could certainly indicate an allergy, unlike an infection. However, due to the absence of itching, rashes, hives, chest tightness, or wheezing, this remains uncertain. Another possibility is poisoning, which can be due to biolog...[Read More] Understanding Fever and Fatigue After Kissing: Possible Causes and Solutions
Understanding Septic Shock: Causes, Symptoms, and Concerns
Sepsis Dear Dr. Cheng, I have some questions regarding my father's recent passing (May 3, 2023) due to septic shock. My father was participating in a self-improvement activity (traveling in Hualien and Taitung) when he developed high fever, cough, vomiting, and fainting whi...
Dr. Zheng Shuxing Reply:
Hello! Septic shock is caused by bacterial infections. Our hospital handles thousands of cases each year, with nearly one-third resulting in death, and the mortality rate is higher among the elderly. Many types of bacteria can cause septic shock, such as Escherichia coli, Klebsie...[Read More] Understanding Septic Shock: Causes, Symptoms, and Concerns
Understanding MRSA: What You Need to Know About This Bacterial Infection
I have questions I would like to ask the doctor? MRSA stands for Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus. It is a type of bacteria that is resistant to several antibiotics, including methicillin, making it more
Dr. Chen Qingbin Reply:
Hello Anny: MRSA stands for Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus. It is a strain of staphylococcus that is highly resistant to antibiotics. Health Education Department Director, Chen Ching-Pin.[Read More] Understanding MRSA: What You Need to Know About This Bacterial Infection