Understanding Thumb Tremors: Causes and Concerns After Napping
The right thumb is bent and trembling? This afternoon, I slept on my desk for about 40 minutes, and later in the evening, my right thumb started to tremble when I bent it (but I don't feel weak, and I can use it normally). The trembling is quite noticeable. Additionally, whe...
Dr. Wu Mukhan Reply:
Your symptoms may be due to compression of the peripheral motor nerves while sleeping on your stomach, leading to weakness and abnormal movements. It is advisable to avoid this sleeping position. Typically, rest, heat therapy, and massage can help alleviate the symptoms. If there...[Read More] Understanding Thumb Tremors: Causes and Concerns After Napping
Understanding Leg Neuropathic Pain: Causes and Management Strategies
Leg neuropathy, polyneuropathy? Hello Doctor, I have consulted multiple physicians (in rehabilitation, orthopedics, neurosurgery, and neurology), but I still cannot identify the problem... I am 32 years old and work as a software engineer. My symptoms seem quite variable, and I h...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Mr. Zac, You mentioned that "when walking, the outer side of my left ankle feels like it's being electrified, and after this pain sensation appeared, my outer calf and the sole of my foot began to feel numb and tingly (which may indicate nerve damage)." This...[Read More] Understanding Leg Neuropathic Pain: Causes and Management Strategies
Understanding Leg Numbness and Weakness: When to Seek Medical Advice
Numbness and weakness in both legs? Hello Doctor, last Tuesday after a slight stretch, I suddenly felt a bit of numbness near my left calf and the little fingers of my limbs. A day or two later, the left calf started to hurt with a bit of numbness, and I'm not sure if it...
Dr. Peng Shiwei Reply:
Hello, based on your symptoms, it is necessary to rule out any issues with your lower back. However, since an online consultation cannot take into account the results of a physical examination, it is advisable to seek in-person consultation at a clinic. Thank you for your inquiry...[Read More] Understanding Leg Numbness and Weakness: When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Numbness in Hands and Feet: Possible Causes and Solutions
Numbness in the hands and feet? Hello doctor, I started feeling a slight numbness in the area of my little fingers on both hands and little toes on both feet a couple of days ago. 1. Could you please tell me what this might be? 2. Or could the hands and feet be different issues t...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Sir: You mentioned that "numbness in the little fingers and toes" is commonly caused by peripheral nerve compression. The numbness is associated with the ulnar nerve, which innervates the little finger and half of the ring finger, as well as the corresponding are...[Read More] Understanding Numbness in Hands and Feet: Possible Causes and Solutions
Understanding Unexplained Body Tremors: A Neurological Perspective
Involuntary body shaking? Hello doctor, about a week ago while I was at work, I suddenly started feeling dizzy and unsteady. It’s not a spinning sensation, nor do I see objects moving; I don’t experience double vision. Occasionally, I feel a bit nauseous and uncomfortable, and so...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Ms. Joyce, Could you please clarify whether the "tingling sensation in the fingers of your right hand and the toes of your right foot" occurs simultaneously with the dizziness, or has this symptom been present for a long time? If they occur at the same time, we m...[Read More] Understanding Unexplained Body Tremors: A Neurological Perspective
Understanding Finger Tingling: Causes and When to Seek Help
Numbness in the fingertips? Hello, doctor. For the past three days, I have been experiencing a sensation in the fingertips of both hands (more so in the right hand) that feels like there is a foreign object present, intermittently. Occasionally, I also feel a tingling sensation, ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Mr. A-Jia, You mentioned that "sometimes there is, sometimes there isn't... occasionally feeling like an electric current flowing through the back of the hand and fingers," which may suggest a peripheral nerve issue. Common causes include sensory nerve abnorm...[Read More] Understanding Finger Tingling: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Finger Numbness: Insights on Herniated Discs and Treatment
Numbness in the fingers? Hello, doctor. My fingers are numb, and my arm hurts. I went to the neurology department for an MRI, which was done on the 17th. They said it would take seven working days to get the report. Is that true? I want to see the report sooner in the outpatient ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Sir: Due to the fixed consultation hours of the physician, if there is no progression in your condition, follow-up appointments are usually scheduled biweekly. In case of an urgent condition, you may visit the emergency department or see a different physician within the sa...[Read More] Understanding Finger Numbness: Insights on Herniated Discs and Treatment
Understanding Skin Pain and Numbness in the Arm: A Neurological Perspective
Skin prickling and finger numbness? Hello, my symptoms started on April 17th with a tingling sensation and occasional sharp pain in the inner skin of my left arm when lightly touched or rubbed against clothing. On that day, I also experienced general fatigue and a mild headache. ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Eden, You mentioned that on April 20th, the areas of pain and discomfort, in addition to your left arm, include the skin on the upper left chest near the armpit, along with weakness in your left hand and numbness in your left pinky and ring fingers. This may suggest com...[Read More] Understanding Skin Pain and Numbness in the Arm: A Neurological Perspective
Understanding Finger Numbness: Could It Be Autonomic Nervous Dysfunction?
Numbness in the fingers? When pressing on the right index finger, there is a tingling sensation on the side close to the thumb. The thumb and middle finger also experience some sensation, but not as pronounced as the index finger. However, there is no sensation when not pressing....
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello: The finger symptoms are consistent with carpal tunnel syndrome. It is recommended to visit another neurology clinic to check for other potential conditions.[Read More] Understanding Finger Numbness: Could It Be Autonomic Nervous Dysfunction?
Understanding Finger Pain: Cold Water Sensitivity Explained
Pain in the fingertips? Hello: Recently, I have noticed a tingling sensation in the first phalanx of my left hand fingers when washing my hands with cold water, but there are no symptoms when using warm or hot water. There are no other abnormalities in that area during daily acti...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Mr. Huang: You mentioned that you experience a tingling sensation in the first joint of your left hand while washing your hands with cold water. This may raise two concerns. One is related to vascular constriction, and the other is peripheral nerve abnormalities. The nerve ...[Read More] Understanding Finger Pain: Cold Water Sensitivity Explained
Understanding Thenar Hypoplasia: Causes and Treatment Options
Thenar eminence depression There is a noticeable horizontal indentation in the thenar eminence of the dominant hand, accompanied by wrist pain and finger numbness.
Dr. Wu Mukhan Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to visit a neurology outpatient clinic to evaluate whether the finger numbness is related to the issues you described.[Read More] Understanding Thenar Hypoplasia: Causes and Treatment Options
Uncontrollable Hand Movements While Reading: Possible Neurological Causes
During reading, there is an involuntary urge to grasp or hold objects with the hands? Hello, doctor. Recently, I have noticed that when I read, I involuntarily feel the urge to use my left hand to search for and grasp objects, such as flipping the edge of the pages on the left si...
Dr. Wu Mukhan Reply:
Hello, your symptoms may be indicative of a movement disorder, such as chorea, bradykinesia, or dystonia. To determine the underlying cause, it is advisable to visit a neurology clinic for further evaluation.[Read More] Uncontrollable Hand Movements While Reading: Possible Neurological Causes
Understanding Finger Numbness: Causes and When to Seek Help
Numbness in the fingers? Hello, doctor. A few days ago, I felt numbness in my hand, and it felt like I was being electrocuted. Now, only my fingertips are numb. I went to see a neurologist, and after a preliminary examination, he asked if I felt an electric shock sensation. I sai...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Mr. Jayen, You mentioned "finger numbness... MRI examination," which clinically may suggest cervical nerve compression. Typical discomfort symptoms associated with cervical radiculopathy include pain in the shoulder or arm, as well as numbness, tingling, and weakn...[Read More] Understanding Finger Numbness: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Left-Sided Numbness: Possible Neurological Causes
Left-sided partial numbness? Hello, I have a situation that may seem strange, but I couldn't find similar reasons no matter how much I searched, so I'm reaching out to you. It started with an itch in a single tooth, and I initially thought it was a gum issue. However, t...
Dr. Wu Mukhan Reply:
Hello, it seems that you are experiencing sensory abnormalities on the left side of your face as well as on the left side of your body. This situation requires ruling out any issues related to the brain, as stroke or central nervous system lesions cannot be completely excluded. I...[Read More] Understanding Left-Sided Numbness: Possible Neurological Causes
Understanding Nerve Sensations: Insights on Hand Discomfort and Treatment
There is a tingling sensation near the webbing of my left hand, as if I have been electrocuted? Hello, Doctor: A few days ago, I inquired about some related issues and would like to ask a few more questions! (The symptoms are still ongoing, my dominant hand is not the left hand, ...
Dr. Wu Mukhan Reply:
Hello, at this stage, it is advisable not to intentionally apply pressure to the areas that are numb or have a tingling sensation, as this may worsen your symptoms. You can still move your fingers in your usual manner. Contact with water will not prevent the nerves from resting, ...[Read More] Understanding Nerve Sensations: Insights on Hand Discomfort and Treatment
Understanding Cervical Spine Issues: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Cervical spine issues Hello, doctor. Recently, I have been experiencing nausea and dry heaving, which has made it difficult for me to eat. I also have some weakness in my limbs and fatigue, along with severe stiffness in my neck that often produces cracking sounds when I turn it,...
Dr. Wu Mukhan Reply:
Hello, the sounds when turning the neck are usually caused by friction during the movement of the cervical spine joints, and sometimes may be related to joint diseases. Degenerative changes in the cervical spine can sometimes compress the cervical nerves, often leading to symptom...[Read More] Understanding Cervical Spine Issues: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Understanding Finger Weakness: When to See a Neurologist
Finger weakness Because my husband works as a chef, he has recently been experiencing weakness in his fingers. He usually uses his thumb and index finger for pinching motions (specifically for making buns), but recently the weakness in his index finger has become so severe that h...
Dr. Wu Mukhan Reply:
Hello, the movements of the fingers are primarily commanded by the brain, transmitted through the central and peripheral nervous systems, which control the activity of the finger muscles and joints. Therefore, if there is an issue in any part of this process, it may lead to sympt...[Read More] Understanding Finger Weakness: When to See a Neurologist
Neck Pain, Numbness, and Facial Twitching: When to Seek Advanced Care
Neck issues, numbness in the limbs, facial nerve twitching? Initially, I experienced tightness in my shoulders and neck along with numbness in my hands (more severe in the right hand). Subsequently, I began to feel numbness in my left foot, and the muscles on both sides of my nec...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Sir: You mentioned experiencing "tingling in the left foot" and "intermittent electric shock-like sensations and pain in the muscles on both sides of the neck (right side)." Based on your description, it may be necessary to consider cervical spine disor...[Read More] Neck Pain, Numbness, and Facial Twitching: When to Seek Advanced Care
Understanding One-Sided Pupil Dilation and Its Neurological Implications
Headache and dizziness with unilateral pupil exhibiting mydriasis and loss of light reflex? Hello Doctor, I started experiencing some brain fog about a week ago, along with mild dizziness and a tight sensation in my head, though it’s not very painful. It feels like my head is bei...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Student H: You mentioned that "my right eye has symptoms of mydriasis, meaning it does not respond to light at all without the use of dilating drops, while the left eye is normal. This is because I had a viral infection in my right eye and underwent surgery when I was ...[Read More] Understanding One-Sided Pupil Dilation and Its Neurological Implications
Understanding One-Sided Pupil Dilation and Headache Symptoms
Headache and dizziness with unilateral pupil exhibiting mydriasis and loss of light reflex? Hello Doctor, I started experiencing some brain fog about a week ago, along with mild dizziness and a tight sensation in my head, though it’s not painful—more like a feeling of being const...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Student H: You mentioned that "my right eye has symptoms of mydriasis, meaning it does not respond to light at all without the use of dilating drops, while the left eye is normal. This is because I had a viral infection in my right eye and underwent surgery when I was ...[Read More] Understanding One-Sided Pupil Dilation and Headache Symptoms