Understanding Headaches and Vision Issues: When to Seek Neurology Care
Please provide the content you would like to have translated into English? Hello, Doctor: I would like to ask you a question. If a vision test shows 1.2, indicating normal vision, but I occasionally experience stiffness in my shoulders and neck, along with headaches (possibly aro...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Vision is normal, but sometimes it becomes blurry or unfocused when looking at the computer, which may be caused by eye fatigue leading to weakened accommodation of the ciliary muscle. To alleviate this, it is recommended to take a break after using the eyes for thirty minutes, m...[Read More] Understanding Headaches and Vision Issues: When to Seek Neurology Care
Understanding Sleep Disorders: Facial Twitches and Brain Discomfort
Sleep disorders facial Hello, doctor. For the past three years, I have been troubled by a problem that occurs at night. In the middle of my sleep, I suddenly feel discomfort in my brain, accompanied by facial twitching and a popping sound echoing in my ears. During these episodes...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Dear Xuan, the issues you described should be evaluated through a sleep EEG or a polysomnography to determine the cause of your discomfort. In the meantime, it is advisable to avoid staying up late and refrain from drinking coffee in the afternoon to prevent overloading your brai...[Read More] Understanding Sleep Disorders: Facial Twitches and Brain Discomfort
Post-Cold Speech Issues: Understanding Neurological Concerns and Recovery
After catching a cold, my speech has become slurred? I would like to ask the doctor: After catching a cold, I noticed that I have lost my sense of taste for spicy foods, and I also have a problem with slurred speech. I am worried that it might be due to taking too many Western me...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, there are many causes for taste loss, such as saliva deficiency, the effects of certain medications (e.g., steroids, anesthesia from surgery), nutritional deficiencies (e.g., zinc), injuries to the tongue or oral cavity (e.g., periodontal disease...[Read More] Post-Cold Speech Issues: Understanding Neurological Concerns and Recovery
Morning Stretch Leads to Neck and Head Pain: What to Know
In the morning, after stretching, I experienced pain in my head, neck, and the left side of my occipital region? After stretching in the morning, I experience pain in the left side of my head and neck when I turn my head to the left. I can only turn it comfortably when lying down...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the most common cause of left-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 al...[Read More] Morning Stretch Leads to Neck and Head Pain: What to Know
Muscle Twitches and Aches: Understanding Causes and Solutions
Muscle twitching and soreness? Hello, doctor. For the past three to four weeks, I have been experiencing irregular muscle twitching, sometimes in my eyelids, mouth, calves, knees, and hands. Occasionally, there is soreness. I visited a clinic, and the doctor suggested that it mig...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Some benign muscle twitches are related to psychological stress and do not accompany muscle weakness. It is advisable to maintain a regular daily routine, reduce the intake of stimulants (such as tea or coffee), and spend some fixed time each week outdoors, preferably in nature, ...[Read More] Muscle Twitches and Aches: Understanding Causes and Solutions
Understanding Left Leg Cramps: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions
Left foot cramp? Hello, doctor. Recently, I've been experiencing intermittent sharp pains in my left foot that last only a moment, after which my foot feels weak. Sometimes, the symptoms change over time and manifest as pain in the back of my head, which feels similar. Usual...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
These symptoms can certainly be attributed to exam stress and irregular sleep patterns. It's important to maintain a balanced diet and limit the intake of stimulants such as coffee and caffeinated teas. However, if we consider all the symptoms collectively, we cannot complet...[Read More] Understanding Left Leg Cramps: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions
Post-Impact Symptoms: Dizziness, Fatigue, and Neck Weakness After Sports Injury
I hit my temple while playing ball and now I feel dizzy, very tired, and want to sleep. My neck also feels a bit weak? Hello Doctor, I am currently studying in the United States. On June 25th (Thursday) evening, I was playing basketball and got hit above my right temple by someon...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Dear Eric, The medical standards in the United States are comparable to those in our country, and in many areas, they are even slightly ahead. Therefore, seeking medical care in the U.S. should not be an issue. In terms of timeliness and capability, it far surpasses the option o...[Read More] Post-Impact Symptoms: Dizziness, Fatigue, and Neck Weakness After Sports Injury
Unconscious Neck Twitches: Understanding Stress and Muscle Tension
Unconscious twitching? When I feel tension and pressure in my neck, it involuntarily twitches. This started in high school when I switched classes and began to meet new classmates. In class or in social situations, I put pressure on myself, and when my neck feels sore, I don’t im...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
It is a type of involuntary movement characterized by neck spasms, typically manifesting during elementary school years, with symptoms gradually easing in adolescence. If there are multiple areas of motor tics or complex movements accompanied by involuntary sounds or inappropriat...[Read More] Unconscious Neck Twitches: Understanding Stress and Muscle Tension
Understanding Migratory Pain During Sleep: A Neurological Perspective
Experiencing body pain while sleeping? Hello, Doctor: I experience "migratory" pain throughout my body while sleeping (in my head, neck, hands, feet, body, and groin). The pain shifts around (it hurts in one area for a moment, then disappears when I touch it, and then i...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
There are generalized sensory abnormalities that are migratory in nature, but they tend to resolve on their own with some sensory feedback, occurring during sleep. It is agreed that this is a central nervous system dysfunction, but I am unable to provide a definitive diagnosis at...[Read More] Understanding Migratory Pain During Sleep: A Neurological Perspective
Head Injury and Persistent Headaches: When to Seek Medical Attention
Head injury and headache issues? Hello, Dr. Lan. Two days ago, I fell asleep on the bus and hit my right temple multiple times. There was one instance where it was particularly hard, and the next morning when I woke up, I had a severe headache on the right side of my head, not wh...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Based on your description, it seems you have a history of habitual migraines characterized by throbbing pain, nausea, and exacerbation with activity. This episode may also be a migraine, as symptoms from brain edema or hemorrhage due to trauma typically worsen progressively and p...[Read More] Head Injury and Persistent Headaches: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Two Types of Headaches: When to See a Neurologist
Two types of headaches? Hello, doctor. I have a few questions regarding headaches. A friend of mine often experiences pain on both sides of the temples when he doesn't get enough sleep and feels fatigued. He finds relief through massage and sometimes uses essential oils. Add...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
The first type of headache, characterized by symptoms and related descriptions, tends to be tension-type headache, which is caused by muscle contraction. It can be alleviated through massage, relaxation techniques, and rest. However, it may not necessarily be related to episodes ...[Read More] Understanding Two Types of Headaches: When to See a Neurologist
Buzzing Sounds in the Back of the Head: What Could It Mean?
A buzzing sound is coming from the back of the head? Hello doctor, I recently noticed that my occipital area occasionally produces a sound similar to a buzzing or crackling, like the sound of electricity passing through. I hear this about 4 to 5 times a day. There is no pain or d...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
I'm not quite sure what the issue is; it could be the static electricity in my hair due to the cold weather, or it might be the temporary contraction and movement of the muscles under the scalp causing the sound of hair friction. If the greater occipital nerve or lesser occi...[Read More] Buzzing Sounds in the Back of the Head: What Could It Mean?
Understanding Lower Back Pain and Thigh Discomfort: A Guide for Patients
Lower back pain with easy soreness and numbness in the right thigh? Hello everyone: I am 41 years old, 178 cm tall, and weigh nearly 115 kg. I have a history of gout. My job occasionally requires lifting heavy objects, and I sometimes sit in the office all day. Recently, for the ...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Based on the symptom description, it is most likely that the lumbar nerve is being compressed during the displacement process. It is recommended that you visit a neurology or rehabilitation clinic. Depending on the clinical symptoms, you may also need to undergo nerve conduction ...[Read More] Understanding Lower Back Pain and Thigh Discomfort: A Guide for Patients
Persistent Tension in the Neck and Head: Causes and Solutions
Frequent tightness in the back of the head and neck, along with a feeling of fullness in the right ear? Your question: Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing tightness and discomfort from the back of my head down to the back of my neck for about six months. I consulted an orthope...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Most of these conditions are attributed to tension-type headaches or cervical and shoulder syndrome. The source is muscle tension that cannot relax properly. It is recommended to use muscle relaxants, apply heat therapy, and engage in light exercise to manage the symptoms.[Read More] Persistent Tension in the Neck and Head: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Dizziness When Tilting Head Back: Causes and Concerns
Dizziness occurs when the head is tilted backward? Hello, doctor. Every time I lie down to sleep, I experience a wave of dizziness (very severe), and it gets better when I adjust my position. I also feel dizzy when I squat and then stand up. Could this be anemia? A previous docto...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Dear Xiao Hong, your dizziness is likely due to BPPV, or Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. This condition is related to changes in your body position, so it's important to avoid situations that may trigger it. Please visit a nearby neurology department for a brainstem au...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness When Tilting Head Back: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Back Pain: When to See a Neurologist or Orthopedist
Experiencing lower back pain when lying on your stomach? Hello Doctor: I have noticed that when I wake up, especially when lying flat, my entire back hurts, particularly when I inhale. After getting up, if I lean my body forward, my lower back hurts significantly. This discomfort...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Dear Asheng, regarding your morning lower back pain, considering your age and gender, I would recommend that you visit a rheumatology or orthopedic specialist to rule out ankylosing spondylitis. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Back Pain: When to See a Neurologist or Orthopedist
Understanding Persistent Sounds in the Left Back of the Head
There are often sounds occurring in the left posterior part of the brain? Hello, Doctor. I have been experiencing sounds in the left back of my head for almost a year now. Recently, for the past two months, it has been occurring several times a day. Previously, it only happened o...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
If this sound can also be heard by others, or if it pulsates in sync with your heartbeat, it is advisable to see a neurologist as soon as possible. This could be due to turbulent sounds generated by vascular abnormalities in the intracranial area or the meninges, or other underly...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Sounds in the Left Back of the Head
Understanding Persistent Pain in Right Hand and Foot: Possible Causes
There is a slight tingling sensation in my right hand and right foot? Hello Doctor: For about seven years, I have been experiencing some soreness in my right hand (extending to my fingers) and my right foot. Occasionally, I also feel slight soreness in my right lower back (but it...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Of course, symptoms in the same side of the limbs and waist can raise suspicion of a single lesion above the cervical spine, including the brainstem or cerebrum, in neuroanatomy. However, symptoms such as numbness, weakness, lack of coordination, or stiffness are generally more i...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Pain in Right Hand and Foot: Possible Causes
Understanding Prolonged Migraine: Causes and When to Seek Help
I have had a migraine for two days? I rarely drink coffee, but since I had a latte yesterday afternoon, I've been experiencing intermittent sharp pain in the left side of my head, occurring one to two times per minute. As of 7 PM tonight, the pain persists, and the location ...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Coffee generally has a relieving effect on headaches and rarely causes headaches unless consumed in large quantities on a regular basis. If a headache occurs after a single coffee intake, it will typically resolve as the caffeine is metabolized over time. For common headaches, co...[Read More] Understanding Prolonged Migraine: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Dizziness and Nausea: Neurological Concerns in Chronic Illness
Dizziness, blurred vision, a feeling of pressure and heat in the temples, and nausea? Recently, my father-in-law has been experiencing dizziness, vision changes (seeing white), a sensation of heat in his temples, and nausea. He has several chronic conditions, including heart dise...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Hello, if your eyes are turning white and it resembles the symptoms of rolling back, it may be related to dizziness. However, there are many potential causes for similar symptoms, making it difficult to explain each one. It would be more appropriate for you to take your father-in...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness and Nausea: Neurological Concerns in Chronic Illness