Understanding Body Tremors and Heart Palpitations: Is Mitral Valve Prolapse the Cause?
The body experiences slight tremors when at rest? Hello, I have recently been experiencing slight body tremors while sitting still, a strong heartbeat, dizziness, and headaches. Additionally, I have always felt weakness in my hands (which has become more noticeable due to bruisin...
Dr. Hong Weibin Reply:
Hello: These symptoms may be related to dysfunction of the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems (commonly referred to as the autonomic nervous system). You may want to consult with a neurologist or a psychiatrist nearby.[Read More] Understanding Body Tremors and Heart Palpitations: Is Mitral Valve Prolapse the Cause?
Muscle Twitches and Anxiety: Understanding Your Symptoms
Muscle twitching seems to be related to anxiety? Hello doctor, I have been experiencing muscle twitching for over three months, but this week it has significantly decreased to about three to five times an hour, with each twitch lasting one to two seconds. The affected areas are m...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: I suggest that you consider consulting a psychologist first, as many symptoms are related to autonomic nervous system instability. Generally speaking, the autonomic nervous system is regulated by the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems, with one acting as the a...[Read More] Muscle Twitches and Anxiety: Understanding Your Symptoms
Understanding Internal Tremors: When to Seek Neurological Help
Internal tremors Hello, doctor. I have a question. When I wake up from sleep and lie flat, I feel a tremor in my body, although there is no visible shaking. It feels as if there are two hearts beating inside me, accompanied by numbness in my palms upon waking. Occasionally, I als...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your first question concerns body tremors. It may be necessary to consider that muscle tension is excessively high due to an inability to relax. Clinically, symptoms are often improved through relaxation training or the use of sedative medications. It is recommended that y...[Read More] Understanding Internal Tremors: When to Seek Neurological Help
Understanding Muscle Twitches: Causes, Concerns, and When to Seek Help
Muscle twitching Hello Doctor, I am a 23-year-old student. Two weeks ago, I experienced persistent twitching in the area under my right eye, which has since improved. However, I then started to have frequent twitching in my left foot and the top of my foot, so I went to see a neu...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms are more indicative of sympathetic nervous system hyperactivity. The ALS you are concerned about primarily refers to issues with motor neurons, which control muscle movement. Generally, the motor neurons in the brain are referred to as upper motor neurons, wh...[Read More] Understanding Muscle Twitches: Causes, Concerns, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Dizziness and Back Pain: A Guide to Autonomic Nervous System Disorders
Dizziness, back pain, and sweating of the hands? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing dizziness frequently in the mornings, around 8 to 10 AM, which makes it difficult for me to concentrate at work. Before the dizziness occurs, I often feel a soreness in my back or a sensation ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description: in addition to autonomic nervous system issues, it may be necessary to consider the possibility of arrhythmias. Furthermore, sleep apnea could also exacerbate the symptoms. Our autonomic nervous system is regulated by the sympathetic and parasymp...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness and Back Pain: A Guide to Autonomic Nervous System Disorders
Neck Pain and Body Tremors: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Numbness in the body when looking up? Hello Doctor, once when I looked up, I heard a popping sound, and then my left side, all the way down to my thigh, twitched for a moment. Although nothing happened afterward, I am a bit concerned. Should I seek medical attention? Respondent: ...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
There was a brief tremor on one side of the body down to the thigh, with symptoms resembling stimulation of the cervical nerves, causing motor nerve discharges that led to muscle contractions in the described area. It occurred only once, and it is difficult to clearly explain the...[Read More] Neck Pain and Body Tremors: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Understanding Side Effects of Nicametate Citrate 50mg in Neurology Patients
The side effects of Nicametate Citrate 50mg may include dizziness, headache, gastrointestinal disturbances such as nausea or diarrhea, and allergic reactions. If you Since October 2015, I have been experiencing involuntary body tremors during sleep, leading to insomnia, which is ...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
If the side effects of the medication Kylan outweigh its benefits, discontinuation may be considered. If stopping this medication does not pose a serious risk, most physicians would likely allow patients to decide whether to continue taking it. In this regard, the importance of n...[Read More] Understanding Side Effects of Nicametate Citrate 50mg in Neurology Patients
Understanding Dizziness and Body Tremors: A Neurological Perspective
Dizziness, whole body tremors? Hello, Doctor. Today, when I stood up from a chair to walk, I felt dizzy. I thought it would gradually improve, so I didn't pay much attention to it. However, it didn't get better, so I stopped to rest and leaned against the wall. After th...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Tremors and the inability to produce sound are not typical symptoms of common positional vertigo. These may indicate a transient focal neurological deficit caused by other issues in the brain, and both electrical discharges and ischemia should be considered. It is recommended to ...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness and Body Tremors: A Neurological Perspective
Understanding Facial Twitching: Causes and When to Seek Help
Facial nerve twitching? Doctor, I've been experiencing sudden body tremors frequently, my eyelids keep twitching, and the corners of my mouth also twitch. When I stand up after sitting for a long time, I feel very dizzy and my vision gets blurry. Doctor, am I sick???
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
According to your description, eyelid movement is controlled by the facial nerve. If the eyelid is twitching continuously, the physician will first carefully observe the patient's face. If, aside from the eyelid, there is no twitching in other facial muscles, it is classifie...[Read More] Understanding Facial Twitching: Causes and When to Seek Help
Uncontrollable Body Tremors: Seeking Answers and Solutions
Involuntary shaking of the body? Hello, Dr. Gao: About a year ago, I experienced a fever that lasted for 1 to 2 months, after which I began to have involuntary tremors. Later, I had another episode of fever, and the tremors became particularly severe, leading me to be hospitalize...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
China Medical University Hospital is a medical center, and if their neurology department cannot find the cause, it must be a complex issue. In fact, I am not sure either; perhaps you could consult another medical center's neurology department, such as National Taiwan Univers...[Read More] Uncontrollable Body Tremors: Seeking Answers and Solutions
Understanding Body Tremors Upon Waking: Neurological Insights
Waking up feeling shaky? Hello doctor, recently I have been feeling my body shaking while sitting, and it seems to be worse when I wake up. What could be the cause of this?
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the symptoms seem to resemble physiological tremors, which can be categorized into four types: physiological tremors, psychological tremors, essential tremors, and pathological tremors. 1. Physiological tremors: These do not occur under normal ...[Read More] Understanding Body Tremors Upon Waking: Neurological Insights
Understanding Numbness and Rapid Heartbeat: Neurological Concerns Explained
Numbness in the hands and feet, rapid heartbeat? Hello Doctor: Recently, I have been experiencing intermittent numbness in my limbs, primarily in my left hand and foot. Today, the numbness is particularly severe, affecting the entire left side of my body, from head to toe. This w...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
If your symptoms have worsened compared to when you visited the neurologist, or if they continue to deteriorate despite medication, it is advisable to return to the hospital for further evaluation. If the neurologist's objective neurological examination aligns with your clin...[Read More] Understanding Numbness and Rapid Heartbeat: Neurological Concerns Explained
Understanding Involuntary Body Tremors: Causes and Solutions
I experience involuntary shaking throughout my body? In the past, it would happen occasionally while I was studying, but as I got older, the frequency increased. I consulted a neurologist who said there was no problem and that I was just too anxious. However, it has gotten to the...
Dr. Lin Zijing Reply:
Involuntary shaking is usually associated with tremors or seizures. If the shaking occurs throughout the body while consciousness is preserved, it is less likely to be a seizure. The causes of tremors can be categorized into four types: physiological tremors, psychological tremor...[Read More] Understanding Involuntary Body Tremors: Causes and Solutions
Post-Traumatic Sequelae in Children: Understanding Neurological Impacts
Post-traumatic sequelae following a brain injury? Hello, I have a younger brother who is 11 years old. Two years ago, when he was 9, he accidentally fell backward while sitting on a high stool (about 60 cm tall) and hit his head. The immediate symptoms included cyanosis of the li...
Dr. Huang Yingzhe Reply:
Dr. Huang Ying-Che, Director of the Neurology Department at Tainan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare: Hello, Huang. I am not quite sure what type of ultrasound examination indicated a vascular obstruction (or compression). However, if we want to identify the true cerebral ...[Read More] Post-Traumatic Sequelae in Children: Understanding Neurological Impacts
Understanding Body and Head Tremors: Causes and Management Strategies
Body and head shaking? Hello, I am currently experiencing a phenomenon (body and head shaking) that has been troubling me, and I fear that if it continues, it may severely impact my life. Here are the details: Two years ago, I was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism and have been taki...
Dr. Lai Lunxiang Reply:
Hello, 1. The symptoms of head and body tremors are mostly caused by degeneration of the cerebellum or midbrain, but they are primarily seen in older adults. Given your age, it seems unlikely (though early-onset forms do exist), so this aspect may require further examination. ...[Read More] Understanding Body and Head Tremors: Causes and Management Strategies
Effective Treatments and Prevention for Semicircular Canal Imbalance
What are the effective medications for semicircular canal imbalance? Hello Doctor: My mother is 45 years old and is currently suffering from the following symptoms... Symptom onset: cold sweats > rapid heartbeat > whole body tremors > dizziness > vomiting > inabili...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
If the imbalance of the semicircular canals is caused by inflammation, treatment can lead to recovery; however, if it is due to degeneration, it may progressively worsen. Excluding other conditions such as brainstem or cerebellar lesions, symptomatic treatment is currently the ap...[Read More] Effective Treatments and Prevention for Semicircular Canal Imbalance
Understanding Seizure Precursors: Symptoms and Genetic Concerns
What are the warning signs before an epileptic seizure? Hello Dr. Huang, I have the following two questions I would like to ask you: 1. Why do I experience a sudden, strong whole-body jerk when I sleep with my head on the desk? Is it due to abnormal electrical discharges in t...
Dr. Huang Yingzhe Reply:
1. It could simply be normal physiological myoclonus, but it may also be a symptom of epilepsy. If the episodes occur too frequently, please consult a neurologist for further evaluation. 2. An electroencephalogram (EEG) combined with synchronized video recording should be the mos...[Read More] Understanding Seizure Precursors: Symptoms and Genetic Concerns
Understanding Nighttime Seizures: Symptoms and Specialist Guidance
I have been experiencing... every night while sleeping for the past 2 to 3 years? I have been unconsciously biting my tongue and experiencing whole-body tremors while sleeping deeply for the past 2-3 years. When I wake up in the morning, I feel weakness in my limbs, severe headac...
Dr. Huang Yingzhe Reply:
Based on your symptoms, I believe the most likely diagnosis is epilepsy. Please visit a neurologist for further evaluation and treatment.[Read More] Understanding Nighttime Seizures: Symptoms and Specialist Guidance
Understanding Abnormal Heartbeats: Causes and Treatment Options
Irregular heartbeat Since August of the year before last, there have been four episodes. The symptoms include: heart rate exceeding 180 beats per minute, frequent urination, full-body tremors, and a sensation of dizziness as if the surroundings are spinning. On the evening of Jun...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Paroxysmal tachycardia can be caused not only by issues related to the heart itself but also by conditions such as hyperthyroidism. It is recommended to consult a cardiologist for a thorough examination and follow-up treatment.[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Heartbeats: Causes and Treatment Options