Can Ginkgo Biloba and Vitamin B12 Help Relieve Headaches?
Ginkgo biloba and vitamin B12? May I ask if the headache feels like there is something flowing inside the brain? Would taking ginkgo biloba along with vitamin B12 help improve this condition? Thank you.
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
If we are specifically addressing headaches, both of these health supplements can be tried, and some patients may experience improvement. However, regarding the presence of something flowing within the brain, I do not have relevant experience or opinions to provide. In cases of b...[Read More] Can Ginkgo Biloba and Vitamin B12 Help Relieve Headaches?
Can Brain Hemorrhages Heal on Their Own? Understanding Recovery and Repair
Cerebral hemorrhage in children Will a brain hemorrhage absorb on its own? If the brain nerves are injured, will they repair themselves?
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
There are many types of intracranial hemorrhage, including intracerebral hemorrhage, subarachnoid hemorrhage, subdural hemorrhage, and intraventricular hemorrhage. Some are single episodes of bleeding, while others involve gradual bleeding. The causes are numerous; in addition to...[Read More] Can Brain Hemorrhages Heal on Their Own? Understanding Recovery and Repair
Is Your Elderly Parent Showing Early Signs of Atypical Parkinsonism?
Atypical Parkinsonism My father is 80 years old and has experienced two episodes of cerebral hemorrhage. He had a stroke that left three fingers on his left hand immobile. When eating, he often freezes and takes about 30 seconds to start chewing. His legs also tend to freeze, and...
Dr. Liu Zhiyang Reply:
According to Mr. Chou's description, your father's neurological symptoms seem to be progressing, particularly in the right side of his body. It is recommended that he visit a neurology outpatient clinic for further evaluation and treatment to determine if there are symp...[Read More] Is Your Elderly Parent Showing Early Signs of Atypical Parkinsonism?
Understanding Hallucinations After Stroke: Causes and Treatment Concerns
Hallucination Hello Doctor, my father was hospitalized last week due to a cerebral hemorrhage. A day or two later, he began to exhibit symptoms of confusion and hallucinations. While sleeping, he even made gestures as if he were reaching for a cigarette, even though he was clearl...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Hello: If it is caused by alcohol withdrawal, then it is the correct treatment method. Don't worry, and if you have any questions, please discuss them with your attending physician.[Read More] Understanding Hallucinations After Stroke: Causes and Treatment Concerns
Understanding Chronic Headaches: Symptoms, Causes, and When to Seek Help
Recurrent headaches? Hello, I often experience recurrent headaches! Shaking my head also causes pain! The pain is located on both sides of the top of my head! Sometimes the pain lasts for one or two days, and when it intensifies, it feels really uncomfortable. Activities like cli...
Dr. Lin Zijing Reply:
There are many causes of headaches, and some dangerous conditions to be aware of include intracerebral hemorrhage, meningitis, and brain tumors. The first two types of headaches tend to present acutely and are more severe, while the latter is characterized by chronic, progressive...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Headaches: Symptoms, Causes, and When to Seek Help
Effective Strategies for Managing Thalamic Pain After Stroke
How to effectively manage thalamic pain? I would like to inquire about treatment options for thalamic pain. My father has been experiencing thalamic pain symptoms for over four years due to a cerebral hemorrhage, and he has not received effective treatment so far. Therefore, I wo...
Dr. Huang Yingzhe Reply:
Dear Jessica, Hello. Pain caused by central nervous system damage is quite challenging to manage. If there are no contraindications for medication use, I would consider prescribing Neurontin, Tofranil, Tegretol, or other pain management methods. Please discuss the treatment opti...[Read More] Effective Strategies for Managing Thalamic Pain After Stroke
Can My Mom Transfer to Chiayi Hospital for Rehabilitation After Stroke?
Can I be transferred to the rehabilitation department at Chiayi Hospital? Doctor, my mother had a stroke during the Lunar New Year and is currently undergoing rehabilitation at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital. However, the rehabilitation department can only accommodate her for three...
Dr. Qiu Conglang Reply:
Hello: Regarding the evaluation for transfer of care, you should consult your mother's attending physician. You may also seek assistance from social services or a social worker. If the transfer to Chiayi Hospital is for the convenience of nearby care, it is advisable to brin...[Read More] Can My Mom Transfer to Chiayi Hospital for Rehabilitation After Stroke?
Can Sleep Apnea Qualify for Disability Benefits? Expert Insights
Please ask your question? Hello, Director Yeh. I would like to ask whether sleep apnea can qualify for disability benefits. A friend of mine, who is only 26 years old, experiences sudden episodes of not being able to wake up. I heard that it is possible to apply for disability in...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
To my knowledge, there is no such item in disability assessment. Bloodletting as an emergency measure for stroke has no scientific basis, and distinguishing between heart discomfort and stroke requires a physician's evaluation. What should be done is to have the patient lie ...[Read More] Can Sleep Apnea Qualify for Disability Benefits? Expert Insights
Neuroscience Consult: Treatment for Brain Hemorrhage and Atrophy
Please ask your question? 1. How should cerebral hemorrhage be treated? 2. What medications should be used to treat cerebral venous thrombosis? 3. What are the potential sequelae of cerebral atrophy? 4. What is hydrocephalus?
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
1. In cases of massive hemorrhage that pose a threat to life, surgery may be necessary; in cases of minor bleeding, the brain will gradually absorb the blood. 2. What is the significance of venous terminals? 3. Cerebral atrophy primarily involves functional impairment and its loc...[Read More] Neuroscience Consult: Treatment for Brain Hemorrhage and Atrophy
Understanding Arteriovenous Malformations: A Unique Case Study
Arteriovenous malformation (AVM) Hello: The patient is a 27-year-old female who underwent Gamma Knife treatment nine years ago and had a normal recovery. Last April, she was hospitalized due to headaches, and imaging revealed a deep hemorrhage located in the medulla oblongata, ap...
Dr. Cao Wenlong Reply:
Diagnosis: Arteriovenous Malformation History: 1. 27-year-old female. Underwent Gamma Knife treatment 9 years ago. 2. Last year (April '93?), experienced a hemorrhage in the medulla oblongata approximately 4 cm in size. 3. In November '93, underwent V-P Shunt (ventric...[Read More] Understanding Arteriovenous Malformations: A Unique Case Study
Understanding Brain Injury: Can Skull Fractures Lead to Fatal Outcomes?
Regarding brain injury issues? I would like to ask: If the brain is impacted causing a skull fracture and resulting in intracranial hemorrhage, can it be immediately fatal? My father died after falling off his motorcycle. He had a small injury on his head, but the forensic expert...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
1. A cerebral hemorrhage is not always immediately fatal, but a certain volume of intracranial bleeding that exerts pressure on the brainstem or bleeding within the brainstem can be lethal. 2. A forensic autopsy should provide a basis for determining the cause of death.[Read More] Understanding Brain Injury: Can Skull Fractures Lead to Fatal Outcomes?
Symptoms of Subdural Hematoma: What to Watch For After Head Injury
Hemorrhage I would like to ask what symptoms may be associated with a subdural hematoma. I have been experiencing a strange dizziness for the past week that persists, but I do not feel nauseous or unsteady. It seems like I cannot concentrate, and I feel like I am being awakened f...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Subdural hematoma can present with headache, vomiting, and localized neurological deficits, and the symptoms should be quite pronounced. Your description does not resemble that of a cerebral hemorrhage. Dr. Yeh Po-Shou, Neurology Department, Hsinchu Hospital.[Read More] Symptoms of Subdural Hematoma: What to Watch For After Head Injury