Feeling Lost After Neurology Tests: What Should I Do Next?
I'm not sure what to do? Hello Doctor: I visited due to hand numbness and tremors, and the doctor noticed that my left leg also had some weakness. I was asked to be hospitalized for further examination, and I stayed for two weeks during which I underwent MRI scans (of the he...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Medical centers are the places with the most healthcare resources and serve as the cradle for training specialized physicians. If one medical center cannot make a diagnosis, another may not necessarily be able to either. It is possible that the current medical equipment is unable...[Read More] Feeling Lost After Neurology Tests: What Should I Do Next?
Understanding Seizures in Infants: Signs and Parental Concerns
Unsure if the baby is experiencing a seizure? Hello Dr. Lan: I have a one-year and two-month-old child with epilepsy that is not caused by a fever. He has been on medication for over two months now. On October 29, he fell and hit the back left side of his head, resulting in a cut...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Dear Orange Mom, the situation described on 10/30 does indeed resemble a seizure. As for 11/1, it is uncertain; if it differs from previous episodes, please take your baby back to the original physician for further evaluation and treatment.[Read More] Understanding Seizures in Infants: Signs and Parental Concerns
Post-Fall Care: Monitoring and Managing Head Injuries in Seniors
Fell and hit the right occipital region of the head? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about my elder family member who fell yesterday and hit the right side of the back of their head, resulting in a swelling about the size of a chicken egg. They went to the hospital for examina...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Dear Xiaomin, the lump on the elder's head is likely just a subcutaneous hematoma. If there are no neurological symptoms, general observation is sufficient. It is important to monitor the elder for the next year for any signs of limb weakness, slowed reaction time, or confus...[Read More] Post-Fall Care: Monitoring and Managing Head Injuries in Seniors
Understanding Neck Pain and Nausea: When to Seek Medical Help
Head and neck pain leading to vomiting? Hello Doctor: In the past, whenever I caught a cold, I would experience tightness and pain in the back of my neck, which radiates to my head, temples, and eyes, causing severe pain. I also experience visual disturbances such as flashing lig...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
These symptoms combined are more indicative of a prodromal migraine, which is a typical migraine. If the episodes meet the criteria for preventive medication treatment, the physician will prescribe long-term preventive medication to gradually reduce the frequency and intensity of...[Read More] Understanding Neck Pain and Nausea: When to Seek Medical Help
Understanding Nerve Symptoms: Foot Tingling, Leg Cramps, and More
Tingling in the soles of the feet, leg numbness, and muscle twitching? Hello Doctor, 1. Symptom Description A. After sitting for a few seconds, I experience numbness, tingling, and a sensation like electric shocks in the soles of my feet, and sometimes there is a sudden sharp ...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Dear Mr. "Constantly Being Referred," your examination results appear to be normal, so the neurologist's ability to assist you is limited. I recommend that you seek treatment from the urology and rehabilitation departments. Rehabilitation may take some time, so ple...[Read More] Understanding Nerve Symptoms: Foot Tingling, Leg Cramps, and More
Understanding Lower Back Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Lower back pain? At the beginning of the year, I slipped at work and experienced lower back pain. I applied some medicated patches a few times, and then I didn't feel the pain anymore. However, after the school semester started and I returned to work, I began to feel lower b...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, your symptoms are more consistent with a herniated disc compressing the nerve root. The spine is subjected to repetitive stress, especially from abnormal pressures such as bending to pick things up or working in a bent or twisted position for ext...[Read More] Understanding Lower Back Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Right Occipital and Neck Pain: Causes and Treatments
Pain in the right posterior part of the head and right neck? Hello Doctor: I previously experienced a stiff neck (on the right side) and applied patches, but I still occasionally feel discomfort. Later, when I turn my head, I start to feel a slight aching sensation in the right o...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the most common cause of right-sided neck pain is cervical myofascial pain. Prolonged periods of looking down can lead to overuse of the trapezius muscle in the back of the neck, resulting in neck and shoulder discomfort. Initially, resting may a...[Read More] Understanding Right Occipital and Neck Pain: Causes and Treatments
Understanding My Symptoms: Seeking Answers for Nerve Pain Issues
Regarding the symptoms I am experiencing? Hello, doctor. Recently, I've been experiencing numbness or a prickling pain in my upper lower back when sitting down. My tailbone also hurts, and I feel numbness near my knees. However, these symptoms disappear when I stand up, walk...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Dear Mr. Tsao, the symptoms you described should be considered as a potential issue with the lumbar nerve. The sciatica you mentioned seems less likely. I recommend that you visit a neurosurgery outpatient clinic. Best regards, Lan Shengxing.[Read More] Understanding My Symptoms: Seeking Answers for Nerve Pain Issues
Understanding Neck Muscle Swelling: Causes, Treatments, and Concerns
The muscles in the neck are swollen? 30-year-old female with a history of anxiety disorder (currently on medication) experiences swollen cervical lymph nodes during periods of late nights and low immunity, which typically resolves with adequate sleep. One month ago, she noticed s...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
The nearby tissues could be considered for muscle inflammation, such as issues with the sternocleidomastoid muscle as assessed by an otolaryngologist, or even a portion of the area you later described may involve inflammation of the upper pectoralis major. However, thyroid enlarg...[Read More] Understanding Neck Muscle Swelling: Causes, Treatments, and Concerns
Understanding Tension Headaches: The Role of EEG and MRI in Diagnosis
Electroencephalography (EEG) and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Hello, doctor. Previously, I inquired about symptoms such as eye pressure (discomfort when moving the eyeballs), soreness, dull pain in the head, tightness in the neck at the back, and a strong desire to rest with ...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
After ruling out postoperative infection, both sinusitis and tension-type headaches may occur following treatment. Simple tension-type headaches can be managed with oral medications prescribed by a physician, or by adjusting lifestyle habits to reduce stressors, engaging in moder...[Read More] Understanding Tension Headaches: The Role of EEG and MRI in Diagnosis
Understanding Neck Pain and Numbness: When to See a Specialist
Stiffness in the shoulders and neck, along with neck swelling? Hello, doctor! Due to frequent computer use during my high school years, I later discovered that the skin on the back of my right shoulder has lost sensation, as if there is a layer of membrane. Additionally, the righ...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Dear Roy, the symptoms you described have shown signs of neurological abnormalities. It is recommended that you consult a neurologist or a neurosurgeon. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Neck Pain and Numbness: When to See a Specialist
Understanding Post-Surgery Back Pain: Causes and Recovery Tips
Spinal pain Hello Dr. Lan, I had a car accident on April 1st of this year. The other driver hit me from behind, causing me to fall. The most severe injury was a rupture of the cartilage in my spine, which compressed my nerves and left me unable to walk. After surgery, I had two s...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Dear A-Juan, the old injury in your lower back has been treated but is starting to hurt again. There could be many reasons for this, so it's important to follow up at the hospital. Regarding rehabilitation and activities after surgery, it's best to consult with the orth...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Back Pain: Causes and Recovery Tips
Understanding Lower Back and Spine Pain: Causes and Solutions
Lower back pain? Hello doctor, I started experiencing pain in my lower back and back yesterday, and it has become worse today. This is the first time I've had such pain, and it hurts even to walk. I haven't lifted heavy objects or overexerted myself. When I lightly tap ...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Dear Qingqing, with your description, it is not possible to determine the condition. It would be best to visit a nearby clinic for a physical examination and a review of your medical history to get a better understanding. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Lower Back and Spine Pain: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Dizziness and Headaches: Possible Neurological Conditions
Dizziness, headache? Hello Dr. Jiang, I often experience a feeling of pressure at the back of my head, sudden dizziness, blurred vision, headaches, and increased sleepiness. These symptoms have been ongoing for almost two months. Could you please tell me what diseases these sympt...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the first consideration should be the symptoms of migraine, which typically include visual disturbances. These may manifest as scintillating scotomas or flashes of light, as well as blurred or distorted vision as an aura. A few minutes after the ...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness and Headaches: Possible Neurological Conditions
Understanding Persistent Neck and Facial Symptoms: A Neurology Perspective
What is the reason for this? Hello, doctor! For several years now, I have been experiencing stiffness in my shoulders and neck, along with swelling in my neck. I have also noticed symptoms such as frequent fatigue, increased anxiety, and a general feeling of heaviness. Additional...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the common cause of your symptoms is cervical myofascial pain. Prolonged periods of looking down can lead to overuse of the muscles in the back of the neck, resulting in neck and shoulder discomfort. Initially, resting may alleviate the pain, but...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Neck and Facial Symptoms: A Neurology Perspective
Should You See a Doctor After a Head Injury from a Fall?
Fell and hit the head? Hello Doctor: Yesterday, I lost my balance and fell backward on the 3rd to 4th step of the stairs, hitting the left side of my head against the wall. Today, there is a noticeable swelling, but I have no other discomfort. Do I need to go to the hospital for ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, if you experience the following after a head injury: - Vomiting two times or more - Drug or alcohol overdose - Persistent severe diffuse headache - Post-traumatic amnesia lasting more than 30 minutes - Dangerous mechanisms of injury (falling from...[Read More] Should You See a Doctor After a Head Injury from a Fall?
Understanding Lower Back Pain After Long Sleep: Causes and Solutions
Lower back pain caused by prolonged sleeping? Hello Doctor: My symptoms are that after sleeping for more than 8 hours, I wake up with severe pain on both sides of my lower back, which disappears on its own after 4-6 hours of daytime activity. I have tried several measures: sleepi...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, your symptoms may be related to poor sleeping posture. You are experiencing dull pain in your lower back, and it feels difficult to turn over or get out of bed. However, after getting up and moving around for a while, the discomfort gradually imp...[Read More] Understanding Lower Back Pain After Long Sleep: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Dizziness and Neck Discomfort: Neurological Insights
Dizziness and discomfort in the back of the neck? Hello Dr. Jiang, I have been experiencing dizziness (a floating and swaying sensation) for two months, accompanied by a tight and swollen feeling near the back of my neck close to the occipital area. I wonder if these two issues a...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, there are many factors that can cause dizziness, such as anemia, autonomic dysfunction, and inner ear imbalance. Since you also experience discomfort in the back of your head, issues like cervical myofascial inflammation should be considered. It ...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness and Neck Discomfort: Neurological Insights
Understanding Neck Pain and Facial Weakness: When to See a Specialist
Stiffness in the shoulders and neck, swelling in the neck, and facial weakness? I have numbness in the skin on the back of my right shoulder, and there is swelling extending along the right side of my neck. The right side of my face feels weak starting from the eyebrow area, whic...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
It is suspected that there may be inflammation, infection, or other mass lesions in the skull base or deep right neck. A consultation with a neurologist or an otolaryngologist is recommended, and further examinations should be arranged if necessary.[Read More] Understanding Neck Pain and Facial Weakness: When to See a Specialist
Managing Nerve Issues in the Outer Thigh: Tips for Relief
Lateral aspect of the right thigh? Hello doctor, I have already seen an orthopedic specialist. The doctor said there is no issue with my bones and that it might be a nerve problem. What kind of foods or exercises can help improve this condition? I still feel a tingling sensation,...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Based on your description, the presence of numbness suggests that a herniated disc or abnormalities in adjacent tissues causing nerve compression should be considered. The symptoms will depend on which nerve is being compressed. Clinically, a common herniated disc occurs at the l...[Read More] Managing Nerve Issues in the Outer Thigh: Tips for Relief