Can OCD Breathing Habits Lead to Respiratory Issues or Brain Damage?
My illness? I have obsessive-compulsive disorder, so I constantly force myself to breathe. Could this lead to respiratory arrest? Does this kind of breathing harm my brain?
Dr. Huang Yingzhe Reply:
It shouldn't be the case, but you need to consult a psychiatrist to address your obsessive-compulsive disorder![Read More] Can OCD Breathing Habits Lead to Respiratory Issues or Brain Damage?
Is There a Link Between Shock and Brain Injury? Understanding the Risks
Is shock related to brain injury? Can you please respond quickly? It's urgent, thank you! My dad is in his fifties and has frequently stayed up all night playing cards and drinking with colleagues since he was young. However, he does not smoke and his health has generally be...
Dr. Huang Yingzhe Reply:
Based on your description, if there is only a loss of consciousness without any other abnormal behaviors, headaches, or cardiac discomfort, it is difficult for me to pinpoint a specific illness that would cause this! Looking on the bright side, perhaps he is just extremely fatigu...[Read More] Is There a Link Between Shock and Brain Injury? Understanding the Risks
Understanding Breathlessness: Anxiety, Oxygen Deprivation, and Neurological Concerns
Many symptoms Since last month, I have been feeling like I'm lacking oxygen, which has led me to constantly take deep breaths. I can't seem to stop this habit; whenever I try to breathe normally, I feel uncomfortable and can't maintain it for even a second. I quick...
Dr. Huang Yingzhe Reply:
Dear online user, thank you for reaching out to Taiwan e-Hospital. Based on the symptoms you described, such as continuous hyperventilation leading to headaches, dizziness, numbness in the teeth, and ultimately an unconscious urge to hold your breath until you feel faint, as well...[Read More] Understanding Breathlessness: Anxiety, Oxygen Deprivation, and Neurological Concerns
Understanding Head Pain After Swimming: Causes and Recommendations
Headache Hello Dr. Huang, I recently started learning how to swim, but after practicing rhythmic breathing in the water, I experienced severe pain in the center of my head, which lasts for at least two days. What could be the cause of this, and is it advisable for me to continue ...
Dr. Huang Yingzhe Reply:
Hello: Continuous headaches lasting more than two days are not very common, and your headache timing is quite specific. Based solely on your description, it is difficult to draw a conclusion! More information is needed, such as: How often do you swim? What is the nature of the pa...[Read More] Understanding Head Pain After Swimming: Causes and Recommendations
Understanding Hypertension and Heart Issues: A Guide for Concerned Families
Issues Related to Hypertension and the Heart Hello, my father has hypertension, which is usually controlled with medication, maintaining around 150/100 mmHg. Recently, he has been experiencing chest pain and shortness of breath. However, sitting or lying down for about 3 to 4 min...
Dr. Huang Yingzhe Reply:
If your father has a smoking habit or any lung-related issues, it is recommended that he continue to follow the exercise stress test scheduled by his cardiologist. Additionally, it is advised that he visit a pulmonology clinic for pulmonary function tests to rule out any lung pro...[Read More] Understanding Hypertension and Heart Issues: A Guide for Concerned Families