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Persistent Hand Numbness After Volleyball: Causes and Relief Tips

Persistent hand numbness after exercise? After playing volleyball today, my hands have been numb, and neither cold nor hot water has helped relieve it. This has never happened before. What methods can I use to alleviate this? The numbness is in every finger of both hands!


Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Excessive impact on the wrist may lead to injury of the median nerve within the wrist. Other issues, such as cervical spine problems or electrolyte imbalances, are less likely to solely cause numbness in the fingers. If there is indeed an injury, it is necessary to use some medic...

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Understanding Recent Tremors and Anxiety: Is It Hypochondria?

I have been experiencing frequent tics lately? Recently, I have been experiencing tremors in my hands and feet, along with a sensation of wanting to twitch my body. Because I have previously suffered from a serious illness, I often feel that something is wrong with me, which keep...


Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
First, endocrine diseases, drug side effects, and electrolyte abnormalities should be ruled out. The physician will determine whether your condition is due to anxiety or if there are specific underlying causes that can be treated for improvement.

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Understanding Sudden Breathing Issues and Numbness: When to Seek Help

I would like to ask some urgent questions about health issues? I would like to ask the doctor, sometimes I suddenly feel short of breath and nauseous, then my body feels tingly, and I start to feel dizzy and have vision disturbances. Is this a problem with my body or is it just d...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it may be necessary to first consider hyperventilation syndrome. The typical symptoms include chest tightness, chest pain, palpitations, shortness of breath, numbness in the hands and feet, scalp tingling, and an inability to lie still in bed. Ph...

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Understanding Dizziness: Possible Links to Sleep Apnea and Other Conditions

Dizziness, I apologize for the previous text? Hello Doctor, on April 21st of this year, you asked me if I have sleep apnea. Seven years ago, I was diagnosed with sleep apnea, and the doctor recommended that I use a CPAP machine. I used it for a month but stopped. Could my persist...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the physician's professional judgment requires a complete medical history and examination data. If you plan to change healthcare facilities, comprehensive medical information is essential. This ensures continuity of care. I suggest you prepa...

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Understanding Numbness in Hands and Feet: Causes and Treatments

Numbness in the hands and feet? Hello, Doctor Gao. I have been taking sleeping pills for insomnia from the clinic, and I experience a tingling sensation in my head, as if blood is rushing out. I mentioned this to the doctor when I first received the medication. The doctor prescri...


Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Of course, it's best to take less medication if possible. Your Nabo capsules can be taken long-term, but it depends on the purpose for which your attending physician prescribed this medication after their diagnosis. If you experience numbness in your hands and feet after tak...

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Understanding Body Tingling: Possible Causes and Stress Connection

Generalized paresthesia? Hello, doctor. Since last week, I initially experienced numbness in my right little finger, which later extended to my palm, arm, shoulder, and throughout my body. The primary sensation of tingling and numbness is concentrated in my hands, feet, and neck,...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Based on your description of experiencing discomfort from a tingling sensation throughout your body, it may be necessary to consider hyperventilation syndrome. Hyperventilation can lead to feelings of suffocation and shortness of breath, as well as affect organ blood flow. A decr...

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Understanding Muscle Twitches and Weakness: A Neurological Perspective

Skeletal muscles In the past two weeks, I have felt muscle twitching all over my body. I experienced similar sensations when I was in the fourth to first grade. Sometimes, I can visibly see and feel the twitching in my limbs, which also feel shaky. There is a noticeable sense of ...


Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Dear Xoo, with the above symptoms, it is recommended to visit a neurology outpatient clinic. Please do not delay. Best regards, Lan Shengxing.

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Understanding Temporal Pain: Is It Anxiety or a Medical Concern?

Temple pain Hello, Doctor. About two months ago, I had a cold along with an ear infection. One night, I suddenly felt a sharp pain near my left temple (which lasted for a second; I now think it might have been the pain from the ear infection). Since then, I have been particularly...


Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Inflammation of the external auditory canal or temporomandibular joint arthritis may also cause localized nerve pain. If possible, an evaluation by an otolaryngologist should be conducted to rule out symptoms caused by local inflammation or eustachian tube-related issues before c...

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Understanding Cold Hands and Feet: Possible Causes and When to Seek Help

Numbness and coldness in the hands and feet? Hello Doctor: Since childhood, I have easily experienced cold hands and feet. I am currently eighteen years old and preparing for university entrance exams in my senior year of high school. I have been maintaining a posture of looking ...


Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Dear Jessie, the symptoms you experience after exercising indicate that your body is redirecting blood circulation to the central areas, sacrificing circulation in your extremities. It is evident that your usual blood pressure is on the lower side. There is no need for medical at...

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Understanding Numbness in Fingers and Toes: Causes and Solutions

Numbness in the fingers and toes? Hello, doctor. My condition has been ongoing for a while now. My fingers and toes, extending to my palms and soles, often feel numb and tight. When I press my fingers together, the numbness intensifies and spreads outward from the point of contac...


Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Dear little one, it sounds like you may have peripheral neuropathy. Please visit a neurology outpatient clinic for evaluation and treatment.

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Understanding Weakness While Walking: Possible Causes and Solutions

Weakness while walking? Hello, I would like to ask about my condition. When I walk, after about a minute, I feel as if my head is being lifted, my body feels very light, and I experience tightness in my neck, shoulders, and temples. My legs feel light, and my hands and feet have ...


Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Dear Sammi, such a description makes it difficult to identify the issue without a neurological examination. Please visit the outpatient clinic for further evaluation.

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Understanding Hand Tremors: Causes and Solutions for Your Symptoms

Hand tremors? I don't know why my hands have been shaking recently; it didn't happen before. Now, they shake even when I'm walking, doing tasks, or resting. It happens more often at school, and I don't understand why this is happening.


Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Dear Pei, I suggest you see a neurologist or an endocrinologist for an examination. At your age, tremors should primarily consider thyroid issues.

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Early Signs of Parkinson's Disease: Understanding Symptoms and Diagnosis

Early-stage Parkinson's disease? Hello Dr. Lan: I have noticed that my hands have been trembling involuntarily since last year. Initially, I felt that both hands were shaking, but the tremors were very slight. However, since this had never happened before, I became quite anx...


Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Dear Aaron, the likelihood of developing Parkinson's disease at your age is low, and the symptoms you described do not resemble the early signs of Parkinson's disease. Additionally, you did not mention any reactions after taking medication. I personally recommend that y...

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Dizziness, Nausea, and Red Spots: Understanding Neurological Symptoms

Dizziness, nausea, and the appearance of red spots on the skin? I've been feeling dizzy and nauseous for two to three days, and I have developed three to four red spots on my hands and feet. What could these symptoms indicate?


Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Dear Rong, such a description does not provide enough information to identify the disease. Please see a dermatologist for diagnosis and treatment as soon as possible.

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Feeling Dizzy After Oversleeping: Causes and Solutions

Sleeping for too long can cause dizziness upon waking? Yesterday, I accidentally overslept for about 18.9 hours. This morning, I felt fine, but later while taking a shower, I started to feel dizzy and uncomfortable. I kept seeing a bright area in front of my eyes. At first, it wa...


Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
It seems more like low blood pressure, possibly due to prolonged lack of hydration and caloric intake.

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Understanding Tremors: Causes and Solutions for Hand and Foot Shaking

Tremors in the hands and feet? I have been experiencing tremors in my hands and feet for the past two to three years, which I did not have before. Initially, my hands would tremble during certain activities, usually during finer movements like folding paper or when holding them s...


Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
It may be involuntary tremors, some of which are primary or hereditary, while others may have specific causes such as thyroid issues or medications. Additionally, it could also be an early symptom of muscle weakness. A related assessment can be conducted at a neurology outpatient...

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Understanding Dizziness and Nausea Before Menstruation: Causes and Solutions

Dizziness and nausea? Hello Dr. Jiang: I often experience dizziness, nausea, and headaches before my menstrual cycle, sometimes so severe that I cannot go to work. Occasionally, a short nap helps, but other times the dizziness prevents me from sleeping. I have Mediterranean anemi...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it may be necessary to consider common menstrual-related migraine with aura, as it occurs before menstruation. The clinical symptoms include visual disturbances, such as seeing stars and flashes of light, as well as blurred or distorted vision, w...

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Understanding Visual Disturbances: Are Brain Electrical Discharges to Blame?

Brain discharge I have been experiencing persistent flashes in the corner of my right eye for almost six months. The bright spots are more pronounced when looking at bright areas, and there are large black dots with several wavy black lines in the center. My right eye already has...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is important to first rule out ophthalmic issues such as retinal or vitreous opacities. However, if there is also a headache present, one should consider common aura-type migraines. Symptoms include visual disturbances such as seeing stars and...

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Understanding Numbness: Causes and When to Seek Help

Why does numbness occur? Why does my body sometimes experience numbness when I feel unwell? Sometimes it's in my face, sometimes in my hands, and sometimes in my feet. This numbness feels different from the tingling sensation I get when I sit cross-legged. Sometimes I don&#x...


Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
It is normal for individuals to experience some sensory abnormalities in their nerves occasionally during times of high stress or anxiety. However, these sensations are usually not localized and do not occur at fixed times, and they do not necessarily indicate any underlying medi...

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Effective Strategies to Manage Frequent Headaches and Migraines

Frequent headaches? I often experience severe headaches triggered by stress or being in a stuffy environment. The pain can be intense, making it impossible for me to work. During these headaches, I frequently vomit the food I've eaten, which sometimes provides temporary reli...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it may be symptoms of a migraine. If it is an aura-type migraine, visual disturbances may occur, such as seeing stars and lightning-like flashes, as well as blurred or distorted vision. These are all signs of a migraine aura. A few minutes after ...

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