Can Migraines Cause Eye Pain and Blinking Issues?
Migraine headache Hello, doctor. I've been experiencing frequent migraines lately, which are causing my eyes to twitch and feel sore. I would like to ask if migraines alone can affect the eyes. Thank you, doctor.
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, common symptoms of migraine with aura include visual disturbances such as seeing bright lights resembling stars and lightning, as well as blurred or distorted vision. These are all precursors to a migraine. A few minutes after the aura appears, y...[Read More] Can Migraines Cause Eye Pain and Blinking Issues?
Understanding Oral Mucosa Issues: Could It Be Autonomic Nervous System Dysfunction?
Autonomic Nervous System Dysregulation Hello Doctor, I would like to consult you. I have been experiencing discomfort in my oral mucosa for a month and a half (since I had my upper left second molar extracted). The symptoms are a burning and stabbing sensation localized to the le...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: In addition to considering diseases of the immune system, your symptoms may also suggest trigeminal neuralgia, particularly given your neuropathic pain symptoms that may involve the mandibular branch. According to the International Classification of Headache Disorders, Thi...[Read More] Understanding Oral Mucosa Issues: Could It Be Autonomic Nervous System Dysfunction?
Unexplained Muscle Twitches: Seeking Answers for Neurological Symptoms
Involuntary muscle contractions? Hello Doctor: My muscles involuntarily twitch every day, including my face, and I often feel weakness in my limbs. I have visited two medical centers to see a neuromuscular specialist, but the doctors could not find a cause and suggested it might ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description of limb weakness and muscle twitching pain, the causes may include not only muscle and nerve issues but also some metabolic disorders such as thyroid dysfunction and sleep disorders, among others. I recommend that you consistently visit the same h...[Read More] Unexplained Muscle Twitches: Seeking Answers for Neurological Symptoms
Unexplained Right Groin Pain: Seeking Answers for Persistent Discomfort
Right groin pubic pain with no identifiable cause? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing pain in my right pubic bone for three months. The pain worsens with exertion, stretching, or external pressure, and I feel a constant dull ache even when lying down. I tend to unconsciously...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms may suggest pelvic myofascial inflammation, which can manifest as pain, discomfort, and muscle stiffness. Symptoms may worsen with changes in weather and can be alleviated with stretching activities, often recurring. During acute episodes, there may be locali...[Read More] Unexplained Right Groin Pain: Seeking Answers for Persistent Discomfort
Overcoming Insomnia: Tips for Breaking Bad Sleep Habits
Insomnia issues (1) Hello, doctor. I've been trying to quit my bad habit of staying up late. I used to sleep at around 3 AM and wake up around noon. Last night and today, I went to bed at 10 PM, but I couldn't fall asleep at all. I feel like punching myself in the face ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, you may want to consider Delayed Sleep Phase Disorder. The main characteristics are: - Sleep onset and wake times are uncontrollably later than ideal. - Sleep onset time is generally consistent each day. - Once asleep, individuals do not easily ...[Read More] Overcoming Insomnia: Tips for Breaking Bad Sleep Habits
Understanding Hand Tremors: Causes and Concerns in Neurology
Tremor issues? I experience shaking in my hands when holding objects, though it's not very pronounced. Sometimes my hands feel weak, and my little finger occasionally goes numb. I also notice shaking during static moments, and it becomes more pronounced when I play mobile ga...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, your symptoms are more indicative of ulnar nerve neuropathy, which can affect the sensation in the little finger. Leaning your elbow on a table or other hard surfaces, as well as applying pressure to the elbow, can likely cause ulnar nerve neurop...[Read More] Understanding Hand Tremors: Causes and Concerns in Neurology
Understanding Dizziness and Visual Disturbances: When to Seek Help
Dizziness/headache with visual disturbances? Hello Doctor, last weekend I experienced a sudden sharp pain on the left side of my head, and since then I have felt as if a layer of bright glitter has been placed over my vision, which has persisted for about five days. (However, the...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it may be necessary to consider a migraine with aura. Symptoms include visual disturbances such as seeing stars and lightning-like flashes, as well as blurred or distorted vision, which are all common migraine auras. A few minutes after the aura ...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness and Visual Disturbances: When to Seek Help
Understanding Recovery Challenges After Orthognathic Surgery
Poor recovery status after orthognathic surgery? Hello, doctor... It has been over two years since my orthognathic surgery to advance my mandible, but the left side of my face is still experiencing muscle stiffness. When I smile, my face appears uneven, and the left side of my mo...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your description does not rule out issues related to peripheral facial nerve problems. Aside from corticosteroids, there is insufficient evidence to support the effectiveness of other treatment methods. After the acute phase, there are almost no medications that are defini...[Read More] Understanding Recovery Challenges After Orthognathic Surgery
Post-Surgery Facial Recovery: Addressing Concerns After Jaw Surgery
Poor recovery status after orthognathic surgery? Hello, doctor... It has been over two years since my orthognathic surgery to advance my mandible, but the left side of my face is still experiencing muscle stiffness. When I smile, my face is uneven, and the left side of my mouth f...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your description does not rule out issues related to peripheral facial nerve problems. Aside from corticosteroids, there is insufficient evidence to support the effectiveness of other treatment methods. After the acute phase, there are almost no medications that are defini...[Read More] Post-Surgery Facial Recovery: Addressing Concerns After Jaw Surgery
Understanding Muscle Twitches: Could It Be ALS or Just Anxiety?
Fasciculation in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)? I have been experiencing continuous muscle twitching all over my body for a month (in the soles and tops of my feet, backs of my hands, arms, elbows, shoulders, back, and face). A few days ago, my left calf twitched continuous...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: The condition you are concerned about, commonly known as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), primarily involves issues with motor neurons, and most patients do not have a family history. Motor neurons control muscle movement; those in the brain are referred to as upper mo...[Read More] Understanding Muscle Twitches: Could It Be ALS or Just Anxiety?
Understanding Persistent Dizziness and Discomfort: A Neurological Perspective
Dizziness / Eyes / Ears / Soreness Hello, I would like to ask about a sudden onset of dizziness I experienced one day, followed by discomfort and a feeling of pressure in one eye. After visiting an ophthalmologist, I was told everything was fine. Then, I started experiencing ear ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Many factors can cause symptoms of dizziness, such as anemia, autonomic dysfunction, inner ear imbalance, and even Meniere's disease. Blood tests should include the differentiation of possible complications (anemia, hyperthyroidism/hypothyroidism, diabetes, recurrent ...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Dizziness and Discomfort: A Neurological Perspective
Unexplained Body Aches: Could Sleep Issues Be the Cause?
Unexplained body aches and pain? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about something. Yesterday, I wore my sports bra all day due to exercising (I usually exercise every two days, and this has been a long-standing habit). After returning home and taking it off, I felt soreness all ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: The symptoms you mentioned are medically referred to as hypersensitivity, which is usually associated with peripheral nerve pathology. However, in women, if such occurrences are frequent, fibromyalgia should be considered. The pathophysiology of fibromyalgia is generally b...[Read More] Unexplained Body Aches: Could Sleep Issues Be the Cause?
Can Facial Nerve Paralysis Aftermath Improve Over Time?
Facial nerve paralysis A year ago, I experienced facial nerve paralysis on the right side of my face. I went to the hospital for an examination and underwent relevant treatments for over a month at the time of the onset, and my condition improved significantly. However, there are...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: The peripheral facial nerve paralysis you mentioned is quite similar, primarily affecting the seventh cranial nerve. The clinical symptoms include occasional numbness or stiffness in the face. Due to the inability to close the eyelids, tearing may also occur. In the acute ...[Read More] Can Facial Nerve Paralysis Aftermath Improve Over Time?
Understanding Body Tingling: Possible Causes and Recommendations
Tingling sensation in the body? Hello Doctor, about a month ago I suddenly felt a tingling sensation all over my body, without a specific area, almost like it was moving around. I even experienced tingling in my face and head. For a period of time, I often had palpitations and ch...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms appear at the extremities, which may suggest a deficiency in B vitamins or abnormal electrolyte levels causing peripheral neuropathy. Clinically, many conditions can lead to hyperventilation, including sepsis, significant blood loss, hypoxia, and acute myocar...[Read More] Understanding Body Tingling: Possible Causes and Recommendations
Is Ear Pain Normal During Recovery from Facial Nerve Disorder?
Is it common to experience pain in front of and behind the ear during the recovery process from facial nerve dysfunction? Hello Dr. Jiang, one week ago (Monday), I sought medical attention due to symptoms of right-sided muscle weakness and facial drooping. After a CT scan of the ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: You mentioned peripheral facial nerve paralysis, which primarily affects the seventh cranial nerve. The clinical symptoms include occasional numbness or stiffness in the face. Due to the inability to close the eyelids, tearing may also occur. Sometimes, patients may notice...[Read More] Is Ear Pain Normal During Recovery from Facial Nerve Disorder?
Understanding Eyelid Droop and Facial Tightness: Possible Neurological Issues
Right eyelid ptosis and tightness on the right side of the face? Hello, I noticed that my eyes are uneven about a month ago. The right side of my face droops, causing the asymmetry. I thought it was due to fatigue, but even after getting enough sleep, I woke up the next day with ...
Dr. Hong Weibin Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, I suspect the cause may be right-sided facial nerve paralysis. Additionally, it is important to be cautious about the possibility of myasthenia gravis. I recommend that you seek assistance from a neurologist directly.[Read More] Understanding Eyelid Droop and Facial Tightness: Possible Neurological Issues
Should I See a Neurologist for My Mother's Eye and Facial Symptoms?
Should I schedule an appointment with a neurologist? About a month ago, my mother started experiencing excessive tearing in her eyes. Three weeks ago, the symptoms worsened, and she began to feel numbness from the lower part of her right eye to her upper lip. She first visited an...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your mother's symptoms may indicate inflammation of the tissues around the eyes, leading to compression of the trigeminal nerve. It is recommended to start by consulting the neurology department at the same hospital, where the physician can make a more accurate assess...[Read More] Should I See a Neurologist for My Mother's Eye and Facial Symptoms?
Understanding Numbness in Hands and Feet: Causes and Solutions
Numbness in hands and feet? Hello Dr. Jiang: I apologize for the interruption. I have a medical concern that I would like to consult with you. For the past three months, every time I take a nap during my lunch break (lying face down for about 10 to 20 minutes), I wake up with num...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: If you do not experience numbness while lying down, your symptoms may suggest localized nerve compression. This can occur when sleeping on your stomach, which may compress the radial nerve in both arms, or when sitting, which may compress the sciatic nerve and the posterio...[Read More] Understanding Numbness in Hands and Feet: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Persistent Mild Headaches: Causes and Next Steps
Mild headache for 50 consecutive days? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing mild headaches for the past 50 days. The pain occurs approximately every 5 minutes, lasting for about 1 second each time, and it is almost continuous throughout the day. However, I sleep well at night. ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: 1. The symptoms you described are likely due to muscle-related pain, and you may need to consider myofascial issues. 2. Is it possible to have slight discomfort in the neck and shoulders while experiencing continuous head pain? My understanding is that for head pain to ...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Mild Headaches: Causes and Next Steps
Numbness in the Outer Side of the Left Pinky: Should You See a Doctor?
Loss of sensation on the outer side of the left little finger? Hello, doctor! A week ago, my mom gave me a jade bracelet to celebrate my acceptance into college. After the shopkeeper forced the bracelet onto my wrist, I couldn't take it off at all. I struggled for an entire ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, your symptoms are more consistent with ulnar nerve neuropathy (affecting the sensory area near the little finger). When the wrist rests on a hard surface like a table, pressure can lead to ulnar nerve neuropathy. This condition typically causes n...[Read More] Numbness in the Outer Side of the Left Pinky: Should You See a Doctor?