ALS, Neurology FAQ - Page 36

Dizziness and neck pain? Hello, Dr. Jiang. For the past two or three days, I have occasionally experienced dizziness (a sensation of swaying or mild shaking while sitting or lying down). I often wake up in the middle of the night, and when I do, I feel some pain near the occipita...

Dorsalis pedis artery pulsation is prominent? In the past two weeks, I have noticed a significant pulsation in the artery on the dorsum of my right foot. There is no numbness in my foot, and I haven't been standing or walking for long periods. Most of the time, I can feel th...

Many health issues with no identifiable cause? Hello Dr. Jiang: I would like to ask about my condition. About a year or two ago, I underwent tooth extraction for orthodontic treatment and had bone grafting done at the same time. The next day, I experienced severe dizziness and ne...

Could you please clarify the relationship between dementia and occasional shortness of breath along with feelings of weakness? Hello Doctor, recently my father took my mother to the hospital for a neurology examination, and the doctor informed us that my mother has mild dementia....

It feels like there is an electric current passing through my buttocks? There is a prickling and tingling sensation in the upper left buttock, similar to an electric current, lasting for several seconds each time. It is neither painful nor sore, and daily activities are normal. T...

Generalized tingling and numbness? Hello Dr. Jiang, this is Mr. Wu, who inquired about multiple sclerosis last time. I had a follow-up appointment on May 6th, and the cervical MRI report showed normal results. I informed the physician about the tingling sensation in the soles of ...

Unexplained numbness? On a certain Saturday evening while sitting and watching TV, I felt numbness in the soles of my feet. I got up to move around and noticed that my ring finger and little finger on both hands were also numb. I thought it was due to poor posture and would impro...

Is a biopsy necessary for the diagnosis of neuropathy? Hello Doctor: I have a history of diabetes for 5 years and hypertension for 15 years. Over the past year, my hemoglobin A1c level has been around 6.5. A year ago, I noticed a tingling and painful sensation in my legs, which l...

Struggling for nearly six months? Hello Dr. Jiang, I started experiencing chest tightness and pain in my pectoral muscles last October, accompanied by weakness, shoulder pain, and numbness in my back during certain movements, with a sensation like electric shocks. When I raise my...

Exam-related headache Hello, doctor. I don't experience pressure headaches before exams, but during long exams like midterms or finals, I feel a lot of pressure in my head and a sense of heaviness. My eyes become strained and dry from overuse, which affects my performance. I...

Muscle twitching Recently, I have been experiencing muscle twitching that is not localized to a specific area. Sometimes, I notice a decrease in strength in my left hand, and at other times, it shifts to my left hand and left leg. After researching online, I came across the sympt...

Cervical spine pain radiating to headaches and numbness in the back? I started experiencing neck pain about a week ago, possibly due to excessive use of my phone or computer. The soreness has persisted for over a week. I also noticed some numbness in my back after taking a nap at...

Dizziness characterized by unsteadiness while walking? Hello: My family member is 70 years old and had shingles in the left ear last April. After recovery, they have experienced issues with imbalance and dizziness while walking, but these symptoms do not occur when stationary. Th...

Involuntary muscle twitching? I would like to ask, regardless of whether I am standing, sitting, or lying down, my legs involuntarily twitch and tremble, and sometimes my hands also experience involuntary twitching and trembling. This has been ongoing for about a year. When I con...

Numbness in the legs while lying flat? When lying flat, if you experience soreness or numbness in your heels, and it alleviates when using a thin blanket or lying on your side, what could be the cause? Thank you, doctor.

Father's sleep issues? Hello doctor, my dad usually goes to bed around 7 or 8 PM, but according to him, he only sleeps for about 4.5 hours (sometimes even less). He has mentioned that he has had trouble sleeping since he was a child (he also can't nap during the day). A...

A sudden protrusion at the back of the head? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about a change in the shape of my occipital region; there is a protrusion. Over the past year, I have also noticed changes in my vision, as my field of view seems to have expanded, making things that ...

Feeling of pressure in the head? In the past month, I have occasionally felt a sensation of pressure in my head, and sometimes I feel like my body is leaning to one side. There was also an instance when I felt like the floor was spinning, making it difficult to stand, but it quic...

Father's Sleep Issues 2 Hello Doctor, thank you for your response. My father does snore at night, and it happens quite frequently (sometimes it lasts longer, and sometimes it's shorter). If we want to have this checked, would you recommend seeing a neurologist?

Consultation regarding dizziness issues? Hello, Doctor. About six weeks ago, I had a cold (nasal congestion and runny nose). After recovering, I started experiencing two new symptoms: a cough and dizziness. Both symptoms have not improved since then. The dizziness feels like a ge...