Understanding Head Tremors and Numbness: Possible Causes and Solutions
What exactly is causing the head shaking and numbness? I am a very anxious person, and recently, whether standing or sitting, I frequently experience tingling in the left side of my head that lasts from a few minutes to several hours. Sometimes, while sitting, my head involuntari...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the autonomic nervous system is generally regulated by the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems, with one acting as the accelerator and the other as the brake. The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for stimulating the "gas...[Read More] Understanding Head Tremors and Numbness: Possible Causes and Solutions
Understanding Severe Headaches, Dizziness, and Breathing Difficulties
Headache, dizziness, palpitations, and shortness of breath? Two weeks ago in the evening, I suddenly experienced a severe headache and difficulty breathing, prompting me to rush to the emergency room. I told the doctor that my head was pounding, I had tinnitus, and most important...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
In general, a neurologist will conduct a detailed assessment based on your headache and related symptoms. If there is a consideration for a specific type of headache, they will explain it to you. If not, it indicates that they believe they can manage your treatment effectively, a...[Read More] Understanding Severe Headaches, Dizziness, and Breathing Difficulties
Understanding Chronic Fatigue and Neurological Symptoms in Young Adults
Brain fog and irritability? Hello, Doctor: I usually go to bed around 11 PM and tend to feel anxious. However, I experience daily symptoms of dizziness, nasal congestion, frequent yawning and tearing, irritability, fatigue, and cold extremities, often feeling excessively sleepy. ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it may be necessary to consider sleep disorders. Common causes include obstructive sleep apnea syndrome: habitual snoring, nasal congestion, enlarged tonsils, family members noticing breathing pauses, and a persistent feeling of not being well-re...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Fatigue and Neurological Symptoms in Young Adults
Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Disorders: Symptoms and Solutions
Suspected autonomic nervous system dysfunction? Hello, I have been experiencing neuropathic pain throughout my body, and after seeing a psychiatrist, I was diagnosed with anxiety disorder. Does this count as autonomic nervous system dysfunction? If so, how should I address it?
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the autonomic nervous system is generally regulated by the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems, with one acting as the accelerator and the other as the brake. The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for stimulating the "gas...[Read More] Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Disorders: Symptoms and Solutions
Sudden Dizziness, Shortness of Breath, and High Blood Pressure: What to Do?
Suddenly feeling faint, experiencing shortness of breath, high blood pressure, and nausea? Hello, this afternoon while I was cleaning at home, I suddenly felt like I was going to fall backward and then I started to have difficulty breathing. After that, I felt a bit nauseous. I w...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Dear Rinna, these symptoms are difficult to categorize into a specific disease. Please visit the neurology outpatient clinic for evaluation.[Read More] Sudden Dizziness, Shortness of Breath, and High Blood Pressure: What to Do?
Understanding Dizziness and Breathing Difficulties: A Neurology Perspective
Hello, doctor? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing frequent dizziness, chest tightness, and shortness of breath lately. These episodes usually last for about 10 to 20 seconds and resolve on their own after a short while, occurring approximately 2 to 3 times a day. I previousl...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it may be necessary to consider obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). A common cause is the obstruction of the airway by soft tissues near the throat, which narrows the upper airway and leads to snoring and breathing cessation. Abnormalities in upper ai...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness and Breathing Difficulties: A Neurology Perspective
Understanding Dizziness and Fatigue: Can Poor Sleep Affect Brain Oxygen Levels?
Dizziness due to Qi deficiency? Hello, doctor. I used to love sleeping in and often slept for more than 9 hours. In recent years, I have frequently experienced dizziness, sensitivity to heat and cold, and feelings of oxygen deprivation during exercise. Could my previous poor slee...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the most common cause of sleep-related brain hypoxia is sleep apnea. If you have this condition, it can lead to daytime concentration difficulties and frequent drowsiness. 1. Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA): This is the most common type, accounti...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness and Fatigue: Can Poor Sleep Affect Brain Oxygen Levels?
Understanding Back Pain, Chest Discomfort, and Possible Depression Symptoms
Back pain, back discomfort, chest pain, chest tightness? 1. Recently, I have been experiencing back pain, chest pain, and a feeling of tightness. Sometimes I feel dizzy, and I have difficulty breathing, as if I can't get enough air. I can also feel my heart racing at times, ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Based on your description, the diagnosis for depressive mood is as follows: 1. The melancholic emotional response persists for more than two years. In children or adolescents, it manifests as irritability or agitation for at least one year. 2. At least two of the following sympto...[Read More] Understanding Back Pain, Chest Discomfort, and Possible Depression Symptoms
Understanding Recent Symptoms: Dizziness, Nausea, and Breathing Issues
Recent symptoms of physical discomfort have occurred? Hello, Dr. Jiang. Recently, I have been experiencing dizziness, similar to the sensation of an earthquake. It is accompanied by shortness of breath; even though I am trying hard to inhale and exhale, I feel like I am not getti...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Based on your description, the causes of dizziness should consider several factors such as anemia, inner ear imbalance, or cervical issues. Accompanying symptoms may include hyperventilation, which can lead to a sensation of suffocation and affect blood flow to organs. When blood...[Read More] Understanding Recent Symptoms: Dizziness, Nausea, and Breathing Issues
Navigating Post-Surgery Sleep Issues: Understanding OSA and UARS Symptoms
Difficult to decide? Hello Doctor, I apologize for summarizing my previous questions again. Fatigue, excessive daytime sleepiness, altered consciousness, difficulty thinking, and poor memory are typical symptoms of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). Initially, I had severe OSA with a...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Based on your situation, it appears to be a relatively unique and rare case. Therefore, I recommend seeking a specialist in sleep medicine at a medical center for a more thorough analysis.[Read More] Navigating Post-Surgery Sleep Issues: Understanding OSA and UARS Symptoms
Understanding Bacterial Meningitis: Recovery and Rehabilitation Insights
Bacterial meningitis My elder brother is suffering from sepsis combined with bacterial meningitis. He has been undergoing treatment for about 50 days. An MRI indicates cerebral edema, and he has had a drain placed. His inflammatory markers have returned to normal levels, but curr...
Dr. Huang Yingzhe Reply:
Rehabilitation is certainly necessary! But how much recovery is possible? That should still be discussed with the attending physician. However, if it has been 50 days and there is still a brain tumor, it may be quite difficult to make significant progress.[Read More] Understanding Bacterial Meningitis: Recovery and Rehabilitation Insights
Is It Autonomic Nervous System Dysfunction? Understanding Your Symptoms
Is it autonomic nervous system dysfunction? Hello Doctor, Over two months ago, I smoked some marijuana while abroad. I'm not sure if it was too potent or mixed with something else, but that night I experienced severe palpitations and overall weakness. Although I felt a bit...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, cannabinoid receptors are present in neurons in various regions of the brain. These areas are associated with memory (hippocampus), attention (cortex), perception (sensory areas of the cortex), and movement (cerebellum, substantia nigra, globus p...[Read More] Is It Autonomic Nervous System Dysfunction? Understanding Your Symptoms
Understanding Dizziness, Numbness, and Migraines: When to Seek Help
Dizziness, numbness in the limbs, and migraines? I have been feeling dizzy for the past few months, and I also experience migraines. At night, sometimes my hands and feet feel numb, and I feel difficulty breathing with a sensation of cramping near my heart. Which specialty should...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the symptoms of migraine often include severe unilateral throbbing pain in the head. These migraine symptoms can typically last for several hours, and may even extend up to 2-3 days. As for symptoms like dizziness, conditions such as anemia, auto...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness, Numbness, and Migraines: When to Seek Help
Understanding Facial and Hand Numbness: Causes and Concerns
Intermittent numbness around the eyes, mouth, and hands? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about experiencing intermittent numbness in my face and hands over the past year, primarily around the eyes, mouth, and fingers. The numbness gradually intensifies, leading to twitching ar...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
The symptoms are similar to mild hyperventilation syndrome, occurring during emotional stress or pressure. The sensation of insufficient breathing increases the respiratory rate, leading to a decrease in carbon dioxide levels in the blood and causing vasoconstriction, which may r...[Read More] Understanding Facial and Hand Numbness: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Dizziness: Neurological Insights and Possible Causes
Dizziness and related issues? Hello Doctor, since elementary school, I have felt unwell whenever I stand still for a short period. My vision gradually darkens, I experience tinnitus, break out in cold sweats, and my breathing becomes somewhat rapid. However, these symptoms do not...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Dear Miss Su, if you are experiencing these symptoms, my suggestion is to first rule out any issues with the carotid arteries. If there are no problems found, then seek assistance from a psychosomatic medicine specialist (psychiatrist).[Read More] Understanding Dizziness: Neurological Insights and Possible Causes
Understanding Strange Sleep Symptoms: Possible Links to Sleep Disorders
Strange Symptoms When Falling Asleep Hello, Doctor Gao: I've been experiencing a noticeable symptom for about the past six months. When I lie down to sleep, just as I'm about to fall asleep, I encounter what I can only describe as a sort of "dream," although m...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Based on your description, it is likely a type of rapid eye movement (REM) sleep disorder that occurs upon falling asleep, where one transitions directly into the dreaming phase, experiencing sleep paralysis and hypnagogic hallucinations. Many people occasionally experience this,...[Read More] Understanding Strange Sleep Symptoms: Possible Links to Sleep Disorders
Understanding Transient Ischemic Attacks: Symptoms and Diagnosis Insights
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing dizziness for the past six months. It is not a spinning sensation, but rather a feeling of unsteadiness while walking, along with a sensation of swaying and falling. Occasionally, I have neck pain. My blood pr...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, due to the thickening of your carotid artery intima, it is important to pay attention to other risk factors such as passive smoking and metabolic syndrome. Many factors can cause symptoms of dizziness, such as anemia, autonomic dysfunction, inner...[Read More] Understanding Transient Ischemic Attacks: Symptoms and Diagnosis Insights
Understanding Dizziness: When to See a Neurologist for Symptoms
Dizziness issues Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about my recent dizziness issues. Two years ago, I was hospitalized for hyperthyroidism and heart failure. After being discharged, I occasionally experienced a sensation similar to the shaking of an elevator or the feeling of be...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
It could be vestibular migraine, or it may be caused by benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) or vestibular neuritis. It is recommended to consult a neurologist, who will conduct a thorough history and examination to determine the appropriate direction for further diagnosti...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness: When to See a Neurologist for Symptoms
Understanding Dizziness and Numbness: Neurological Concerns Explained
Dizziness, tingling in the head, and discomfort in the back of the neck and head? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about my symptoms. I often experience dizziness, headaches, tingling in my head, nausea, and a heavy feeling in my head. I also feel my heartbeat and experience bod...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, positional vertigo should be considered first. The symptoms are characterized by dizziness lasting a few seconds, related to changes in head position, such as bending over, leaning back, lying down, getting up, turning over, and sudden head movem...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness and Numbness: Neurological Concerns Explained
Choosing the Right Hospital for Neurology: A Guide to MRI and Pituitary Tumors
Choosing a hospital Hello, doctor. I'm here again to seek your advice. After some time of consultation and reviewing information, I strongly feel that your suggestion to undergo further neurological examination is warranted to check for a non-functional pituitary tumor. Here...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
MRI can only be requested through health insurance or paid out-of-pocket; it cannot be done out-of-pocket and then later submitted to health insurance for reimbursement (if it meets the criteria, it will be approved; if not, even if abnormalities are found, it cannot be submitted...[Read More] Choosing the Right Hospital for Neurology: A Guide to MRI and Pituitary Tumors