Breathing, Neurology FAQ - Page 14

Frequent yawning and shortness of breath? Dear Doctor: My father is fifty-six years old, but in recent months, he has been yawning frequently, even during the day when he is not trying to sleep. Additionally, he has noticeable sounds while breathing, and his breathing rate seems ...

Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol Hello, doctor: What is low-density lipoprotein cholesterol? What symptoms can it cause? How can it be prevented or improved? Can it also cause difficulty in breathing?

I would like to inquire about issues related to headaches..? Hello Doctor, in the past, I experienced headaches about once every 2-3 months, but recently they have recurred twice within a week. The symptoms include seeing colorful, snake-like flashes before the headache starts, a...

Symptoms that can occur with minimal exercise..? Hello Dr. Lai: Every time I engage in some light exercise or when the weather gets slightly warmer, I experience the following symptoms simultaneously: 1. Severe headache 2. Visual disturbances, where everything appears blurry or w...

A series of physical issues? I recently visited a doctor and was possibly diagnosed with autonomic nervous system dysfunction. However, I do not have difficulty breathing; I only cough whenever I speak, which makes it nearly impossible for me to talk. This has been ongoing for qu...

Autonomic nervous system dysfunction I experienced rapid heartbeat, elevated blood pressure, difficulty breathing, dizziness, palpitations, and nearly fainted, leading to a hospital visit. However, the tests showed no issues. The doctor diagnosed me with autonomic nervous system ...

Hello, how can I assist you today? Hello Doctor: I am part of the overweight group, and recently I have been experiencing frequent dizziness, lightheadedness, and stiffness and pain in my neck. Sometimes I also feel that my breathing and heartbeat are not quite smooth, which occa...

Can autonomic nervous system dysfunction cause fainting episodes? I turned 28 today, but due to frequently staying up late playing Mahjong or having an irregular sleep schedule for about three to four years, I experienced a sudden feeling of almost fainting while playing cards on...

I would like to inquire about "autonomic nervous system dysfunction." Hello: Yesterday, my classmate called me and told me that his roommate was "possessed." When I arrived, I was taken aback; her hands were trembling uncontrollably, resembling seizures. She f...

Letter to the Minister (Forwarded by the Ministry of Justice, Transmitted by the Department of Health) Dear Minister, I urgently need your help. Since around May of last year, I have been experiencing persistent physical discomfort. The symptoms include abnormal twitching sensat...

Could you please help me with a preliminary assessment of the necessary outpatient services and specialties I might need? Thank you so much! Dear: Hello! I have been troubled by several ailments for a long time. I would appreciate it if you could help me with a preliminary assess...

Insomnia Hello, Dr. Lai! I have been struggling with chronic insomnia for the past six months (with varying degrees of severity). When I try to sleep, my mind is constantly racing with thoughts, making it difficult to relax. I often feel a heavy pressure in my head and eyes, and ...

Fear of eating disorder I think I might be experiencing sympathetic nervous system dysregulation or adrenal issues, but it has now evolved into psychological panic symptoms—1. Loss of appetite with little to no feeling of hunger. 2. Nervous anorexia; whenever I encounter unfamili...

Regarding my mother..? Hello, doctor: My mother suffered a cervical spine fracture and brain hemorrhage due to a car accident. She is currently on a ventilator for breathing, but her heart is beating on its own. She has been in a coma for three days now. Is there a possibility fo...

Muscle twitching Hello, doctor: Due to prolonged forceful breathing, it seems that I am experiencing symptoms of hyperventilation. However, what troubles me the most is that my entire body has been experiencing involuntary muscle twitching, and the frequency is quite high. Could ...

Gas poisoning? The gas stove was accidentally turned off, and I didn't notice it until half an hour later when I felt something was off. The entire house was filled with a strong smell of gas, so I quickly turned it off. About half an hour later, the smell dissipated. Aside ...

Dizziness Around the age of 10, I experienced my first episode of dizziness and fainting while on the playground, which was thought to be heatstroke. However, the doctor mentioned it could also be due to anemia. This situation occurs on average 1.2 times a year, and I didn't...

Unexplained symptoms I have a female friend who suddenly felt numbness in her arms and legs while using the restroom this morning, which then spread throughout her body, making her unable to walk. After I helped her to bed to rest, she felt a chill in her back, experienced blurre...

Shortness of breath? Two days ago, I went to the emergency room due to difficulty breathing and numbness in my hands and feet. An electrocardiogram was performed (which was normal), my blood oxygen level was 98%, and a chest X-ray was normal. The doctor said that I was experienci...

Heart, dizziness, shortness of breath? Doctor: 1. Every night when I go to sleep, I can clearly feel the sound and rhythm of my heartbeat; sometimes I even mistake it for an earthquake. Why is that? 2. I often feel dizzy and sometimes lose my sense of balance. What could be the r...