Post-Vaccine Numbness: Understanding Neurological Reactions
Numbness after vaccine injection? Hello, Dr. Jiang. This morning (9/27), after receiving the BNT vaccine, I experienced a tingling sensation in my head and face in the afternoon (including the back of my head, above my mouth, and my cheeks). I looked up the vaccine information an...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Mr. JAM: You mentioned the sensation of "numbness in the head and face (including the back of the head, above the mouth, and the cheeks)" which is different from facial nerve paralysis. Facial nerve paralysis primarily affects the seventh cranial nerve, mainly cha...[Read More] Post-Vaccine Numbness: Understanding Neurological Reactions
Understanding Persistent Dizziness: Causes and Connections to Heart Symptoms
Persistent dizziness throughout the day? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing dizziness for almost a week now, which varies in intensity throughout the day. It feels more like a heavy sensation in my head, sometimes accompanied by tingling, resembling a shaking sensation like a...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Mr. JAM, You mentioned experiencing a sensation of heaviness in your head along with tingling symptoms, which may indicate a potential issue with nerve root compression. Conditions such as cervical disc degeneration, facet joint degeneration, and cervical disc herniation ca...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Dizziness: Causes and Connections to Heart Symptoms
Understanding Neurological Symptoms: Left Head Pain and Hand Numbness
Mild pain in the left occipital region and slight numbness in the left hand? Hello Doctor: My irregular sleep schedule has been ongoing for about six years, compounded by significant stress from university exams. In mid-May of this year, I suddenly experienced a ringing in my lef...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Irene, The description you provided, "lying on your side using your left hand to use your phone, and then experiencing numbness in your entire left arm the following morning that has not improved," may suggest symptoms related to cervical spine issues. Additio...[Read More] Understanding Neurological Symptoms: Left Head Pain and Hand Numbness
Understanding Dizziness, Blurred Vision, and Nausea: When to Seek Help
Dizziness, blurred vision, and vomiting? Hello Doctor, I need your help! Last month, while waiting for my meal, my vision started to blur and darken, and I began to feel dizzy. After about five minutes, I started to vomit! I experienced weakness in my limbs, and the right side of...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Miss Ke: The symptoms you mentioned may initially suggest syncope. The most common causes to consider are reflex syncope, which can occur due to excessive stimulation of the vagus nerve, leading to bradycardia and decreased cardiac output. Other triggers include transitio...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness, Blurred Vision, and Nausea: When to Seek Help
Understanding Eyelid Twitching: Causes, Treatments, and Concerns
Right eyelid twitching? Doctor, my right upper or lower eyelid has been twitching for about three weeks (the upper eyelid twitches several times a day, while the lower eyelid twitches continuously for a few hours and then stops). 1. The twitching is only in my right eyelid; there...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Miss Xiao Fen, You mentioned eyelid twitching, which is typically related to peripheral nerve issues. If it were a brain tumor, there would generally be additional symptoms related to dysfunction in nearby brain tissue. Eyelid movement is controlled by the facial nerve; if ...[Read More] Understanding Eyelid Twitching: Causes, Treatments, and Concerns
Is Stress Causing My Blurry Vision and Confusion?
Is it too much stress? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about experiencing flashing lights in my eyes over the past week or two. I have seen an ophthalmologist, and the tests showed no abnormalities. However, in the last couple of days, I have been feeling very confused and una...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Xiao Wu, You mentioned that your eyes are "twinkling." I wonder if you are also experiencing headaches? Symptoms of migraine with aura can include visual disturbances. These may manifest as bright lights resembling stars or lightning, as well as blurred or dis...[Read More] Is Stress Causing My Blurry Vision and Confusion?
Understanding Occasional Facial Numbness: Is It Related to Nerve Issues?
Occasional facial numbness? Last night, while lying flat in bed, I suddenly felt a tingling and numb sensation on the left side of my face and around my ear. It felt somewhat cool and was different from the numbness caused by posture issues. It was only slightly uncomfortable, bu...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Cherry, You mentioned that "facial movements are normal," which is less indicative of facial nerve damage. Facial nerve damage primarily affects the seventh cranial nerve, with clinical symptoms including a sensation of stiffness in the face and loss of motor ...[Read More] Understanding Occasional Facial Numbness: Is It Related to Nerve Issues?
Understanding Mysterious Headaches: Causes and Concerns
Unexplained headache Dr. Jiang: Hello! A couple of days ago at work, I experienced a sharp, electric-like pain located about 2 to 3 centimeters above my left eyebrow. The pain comes and goes, and it has persisted for two and a half days. The location of the pain has shifted from ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Mr. Wu, Regarding the symptoms you mentioned, if dental issues are ruled out, it may be necessary to consider trigeminal neuralgia. According to the International Classification of Headache Disorders, Third Edition (ICHD-3), the diagnostic criteria for trigeminal neuralgia ...[Read More] Understanding Mysterious Headaches: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Throat and Oral Symptoms: A Guide to Neurological Concerns
Oral and throat issues? Hello Doctor, I would like to consult you. I have difficulty describing the exact location of my symptoms, but I will try to explain. For the past few months, the area around my uvula and the posterior pharyngeal wall (below the nasopharynx) has been in a ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Lin, You have many symptoms that seem to be related to gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) or sleep apnea. I wonder if you have any issues with metabolic syndrome? From a neurological perspective, I recommend improving autonomic nervous system function to regulate ga...[Read More] Understanding Throat and Oral Symptoms: A Guide to Neurological Concerns
Understanding ICH: Recovery Insights for a 65-Year-Old with High Blood Pressure
Intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) with bleeding on the left side? Hello, my mother is 65 years old and has a history of hypertension. She secretly stopped taking her medication. One night, she reported numbness in her hand, and on the evening of July 30, she was urgently taken to th...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Hanna, 1. I would like to ask, given my mother's condition, is a blood clot larger than 30mm in the left basal ganglia considered severe in the context of cerebral hemorrhage? A: The severity depends not only on the size of the clot but also on its location. If the...[Read More] Understanding ICH: Recovery Insights for a 65-Year-Old with High Blood Pressure
Understanding Parkinson's Disease Risk: Concerns for Family History and Symptoms
Parkinson's disease Hello Doctor, my grandmother had Parkinson's disease in the past, and I have primary restless legs syndrome, although my symptoms are very mild, occurring only one or two days a month with slight discomfort. I am very worried about the possibility of...
Dr. Hong Weibin Reply:
Current research shows that there is no definitive conclusion regarding whether having Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) increases the likelihood of developing Parkinson's disease later on. Some studies suggest there may be an increased risk, while others find no correlation. The...[Read More] Understanding Parkinson's Disease Risk: Concerns for Family History and Symptoms
Understanding Facial and Scalp Numbness: Possible Causes and Concerns
Tingling sensation in the scalp and face? I'm not sure if I have hypertension, hyperlipidemia, or diabetes. I experienced facial numbness a couple of days ago, which was limited to my face, but today the numbness has spread to my entire head and face. I also noticed red stre...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Mr. Blue Sky, You have reached middle age, and the likelihood of developing metabolic syndrome and the three highs (hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and hyperglycemia) increases significantly. It is recommended that you take advantage of the free adult health checkups provided...[Read More] Understanding Facial and Scalp Numbness: Possible Causes and Concerns
Palpitations, Anxiety, and Neurological Symptoms: When to Seek Help
Palpitations, anxiety, and other symptoms? In February, I experienced palpitations for the first time and went to the emergency room. Blood tests showed no abnormalities, and follow-up with a cardiologist also indicated no issues. In March, I suddenly had a sharp pain on the left...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Miss: You mentioned experiencing "sharp pain on the left side of your face," which may warrant consideration of trigeminal nerve dysfunction. The diagnostic criteria for trigeminal neuralgia are as follows: - At least three attacks - Pain occurring in one or m...[Read More] Palpitations, Anxiety, and Neurological Symptoms: When to Seek Help
Understanding Symptoms of Cerebellar Herniation: Headaches, Dizziness, and Neck Pain
Dizziness, headache, and tightness and pain in the shoulder and cervical spine? Hello, doctor. I started experiencing severe headaches, dizziness, neck tightness and pain, and numbness in my hands and feet around July of last year. I initially thought it was due to fatigue or hea...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Miss: In addition to your original issues, we may need to consider vascular headaches, which could be related to your menstrual cycle. Furthermore, since you mentioned a connection to posture, we should consider "intracranial hypotension headache." The primary sy...[Read More] Understanding Symptoms of Cerebellar Herniation: Headaches, Dizziness, and Neck Pain
Understanding Pulsating Sensation in the Left Occipital Region
Twitching of the muscles near the left ear and occipital region? Hello Doctor, since last Friday night, I have been experiencing a pulsating sensation in the left side of my occiput (just above the left side). It feels similar to an eyelid twitch, but now it is in the back of my ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Ms. Hsiao-Chieh, In this era where everyone uses electronic devices, such issues are relatively common. The most common cause of muscle spasms in the left cervical region is nerve root compression in the cervical spine, leading to muscle tension. Prolonged periods of looki...[Read More] Understanding Pulsating Sensation in the Left Occipital Region
Should You See a Neurologist for Unexplained Shoulder Tremors?
Involuntary shoulder twitching and the sensation of goosebumps? Since I was a child, I sometimes experience involuntary shoulder twitching and goosebumps all over my body. During these episodes, I do not have any emotional fluctuations. Should I see a doctor for an examination? I...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Miss: You mentioned symptoms that may need to consider involuntary movement disorders caused by instability of dopamine in the basal ganglia of the brain, resulting in involuntary muscle movements. The manifestations can be divided into two types: one primarily involves mo...[Read More] Should You See a Neurologist for Unexplained Shoulder Tremors?
Understanding Sudden Numbness and Pain: Is It a Stroke Warning?
Experiencing numbness in the left side of the body, including the arms and legs, while sleeping? I am a person who often stays up late. Last night at 2 AM, I suddenly experienced swelling and pain on the right side of my face, near the cheek close to the ear. Before going to bed,...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, ma'am: Have you measured your blood pressure? "Stroke warning signs?" These are usually accompanied by elevated blood pressure. "Facial dysfunction?" Facial nerve paralysis only affects the area of the facial nerve and does not cause symptoms in th...[Read More] Understanding Sudden Numbness and Pain: Is It a Stroke Warning?
Understanding Numbness in the Top of Your Foot: Causes and Relief
Numbness in the dorsum of the foot? In the past few days, I have experienced numbness in the dorsum of my left foot, but there is no pain. Recently, I have been practicing yoga at home, including poses such as Cow Face Pose, Baddha Konasana (Bound Angle Pose), and seated forward ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Wang, Based on your description, we need to consider two issues: symptoms related to nerve compression from a herniated disc or compression of the peroneal nerve. A herniated disc can also occur due to sudden injuries, such as twisting the waist abruptly or experiencing...[Read More] Understanding Numbness in the Top of Your Foot: Causes and Relief
Understanding Facial and Scalp Numbness: When to Seek Medical Help
Scalp numbness and facial numbness? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing tingling in my scalp for the past few days, and now my left face has started to feel numb as well. Occasionally, my left hand also feels numb, but not as much as my face. Due to the pandemic, I haven'...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Ching, Your symptoms are occurring on the same side, affecting both your face and limbs. It is advisable to rule out any structural issues in the brain, starting with cerebrovascular diseases. Generally, individuals with high blood pressure have a higher risk of experie...[Read More] Understanding Facial and Scalp Numbness: When to Seek Medical Help
Sudden Facial Drooping After Injury: Understanding Possible Causes
Waking up suddenly with a crooked mouth? Hello Doctor: I have a history of hypertension. Last Wednesday, I was hit on the left big toe by a piece of wood, which turned black and caused me intense pain that nearly made me faint. That evening, I noticed some twitching on the left s...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Ms. Juan: Your symptoms are very similar to peripheral facial nerve palsy, 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. Sometim...[Read More] Sudden Facial Drooping After Injury: Understanding Possible Causes