Weight, Internal Medicine FAQ - Page 28

Paralysis Hello Doctor: A while ago, I was doing weight training and accidentally injured my lower back. After treatment, it was diagnosed as a muscle strain, and I have improved significantly with medication, although I still occasionally feel something unusual. Recently, when I...

Blood sugar issues? I am about 50 years old, and my fasting blood glucose is around 115 mg/dL. Should I consider taking medication? Thank you.

A serum creatinine level of 1.4 and a positive leukocyte test in urine may indicate potential kidney dysfunction and the presence of a urinary tract infection (UTI) or inflammation. The elevated creatinine suggests impaired kidney function, while the positive leukocytes in urine ...

Do I need to seek medical attention? Hello Doctor, I have a few questions I would like to ask: I am currently 30 years old, 158 cm tall, and weigh between 62 to 65 kg, giving me a BMI of 34. Over six months ago, I started a raw food diet, cooking with minimal oil, salt, and meat...

Experiencing excessive sweating during sleep (even in an air-conditioned room)? My husband almost every night sweats profusely while sleeping! The air conditioning is on in the room, and the temperature is around 26°C (79°F). He sweats on his forehead, back of the neck, chest, ba...

Gastrointestinal issues Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing gastrointestinal discomfort since childhood, including frequent vomiting and abdominal pain. Sometimes, I suddenly have to vomit in the middle of a meal, and afterwards, I feel very hungry. I also tend to have abdomin...

Cortisol Hello Dr. Yang: I underwent adrenal tumor resection in July 2004 and only had a follow-up examination in February 2006. On February 26, 2006, my cortisol level was approximately 14.1 and ACTH was about 44.6 (I don't remember the exact decimal values) (I was not on m...

Underweight but with high cholesterol? Hello, Director Hsiao: I recently found out from my health check-up that my cholesterol level is high (237). However, I am 162 cm tall and weigh 46 kg, which is underweight. I usually enjoy snacks and eggs. Could you please advise me on what...

Elevated ACTH (Adrenocorticotropic Hormone) Levels (Part 2) Thank you very much for Dr. Yang's response. I still have a few questions to ask Dr. Yang: 1. Can high ACTH levels be controlled just by medication? 2. If I have been taking medication for over four months withou...

Dialysis patients often experience vomiting and dizziness? Hello Doctor, my father started dialysis at the end of January this year, just before the Lunar New Year. He did not feel particularly unwell initially, but in the past month, after undergoing dialysis at the hospital, he...

Kidney Disease Consultation I previously underwent a health check at a laboratory, and my test results showed cholesterol: 230 mg/dL, creatinine: 1.7 mg/dL, uric acid: 8.5 mg/dL, potassium: 2.9 mmol/L, and urine protein: ++. I would like to ask the doctor how much kidney function...

Metabolic syndrome Could you please ask Dr. He the following question regarding metabolic syndrome? Is weight loss the best approach for metabolic syndrome? If dietary changes and exercise to control weight do not lead to weight loss and there is also an issue with fatty liver, h...

Do I have diabetes? I have graduated from high school for over two years, and my weight is approaching 56 kg. No matter how I try to lose weight, I can't seem to drop any. I often feel dry mouth and thirst. After going to the hospital for a urine test, I was diagnosed with a...

Am I overweight? Doctor, I am currently 12 years old, with a height of 150 cm and a weight of 64 kg, which gives me a BMI of around 28. Considering my age, will it be very difficult for me to lose weight?

Is dialysis necessary if kidney size has shrunk to 7.5-8.5 centimeters? Hello Dr. Wang: My mother visited the nephrology department at Veterans General Hospital last week with symptoms of nausea, loss of appetite, jaundice, and fatigue (BUN: 150, creatinine: 8). She has severe an...

High cholesterol Height 157 cm, weight 50 kg. In recent years, I have undergone three health check-ups. The first one was two years ago, where my cholesterol level was 257. Last September, I had another check-up due to feeling unwell, and my cholesterol was 255. I suspect that th...

Cholesterol level of 245? During a physical examination, it was found that the total cholesterol level is 245, which is considered high and requires dietary attention. Should further tests or follow-ups be necessary? If so, which specialty should I consult? (Male, 33 years old, h...

Lower back pain and inflammation in the muscles and joints of the hands and feet? Hello Dr. Chen: For the past year or two, I have been experiencing more frequent lower back discomfort. Additionally, after sitting or standing for extended periods, or after light exercise, I somet...

The issue of obesity? To effectively and healthily lose weight, it's important to focus on a balanced approach that includes a combination of diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes. Your current height is 174 cm and weight is 82 kg, which gives you a BMI of 27, indicating tha...

Can a cold affect thyroid hormones? Hello Doctor: I am a 27-year-old woman. I had a health check-up on January 12 of this year, and the result showed that my T4 level was 23, which is significantly above the normal range. However, I had a cold at the time of the test. I searched ...