Understanding Head Tremors: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Head twitching Hello, I would like to ask about my condition. Previously, I experienced head jerking, and my skull has a concave shape. I had an examination before, and the doctor said that this is due to calcification in my head and that it is not a major issue. I was prescribed...
Dr. Huang Yongquan Reply:
Hello: If you have already undergone examinations as you described and have experienced improvement while taking medication, I recommend that you continue to take your medication regularly and follow up on your treatment. If you have any other issues, please visit the outpatient ...[Read More] Understanding Head Tremors: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Thigh Pain When Standing: Possible Causes and Solutions
Pain in the thigh when standing up? I experience pain in both of my thighs, which is not sharp or accompanied by numbness. When I am inactive, standing, or climbing stairs, I do not feel any discomfort. However, during front kicks or side kicks, I do not feel anything either. The...
Dr. Lin Zijing Reply:
In addition to strains, thigh muscle pain may also be due to rhabdomyolysis or polymyositis. It is recommended to consult a neurologist or a rehabilitation specialist for a detailed evaluation and examination by a physician.[Read More] Understanding Thigh Pain When Standing: Possible Causes and Solutions
Muscle Twitches and Weakness: Understanding Neurological Symptoms
Muscle twitching and leg weakness? Hello, Doctor Gao: I would like to consult you about some symptoms my family member has been experiencing recently. I would like to know what kind of condition this might be. 1. There are muscle twitches in the body, but they are not in a fixe...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Most cases are benign muscle twitches or spasms, especially related to stress or tension, but a small number may indicate a motor neuron issue. If the symptoms persist, it is advisable to consult a neurologist for further evaluation.[Read More] Muscle Twitches and Weakness: Understanding Neurological Symptoms
Understanding Dizziness and Numbness During Bathroom Visits: Causes and Solutions
Numbness in the hands, dizziness, and cold sweats while using the restroom? Dear Dr. Gao, A few days ago, I woke up in the morning with stomach pain and the urge to use the restroom. While I was in the bathroom, I started to break out in a cold sweat, felt nauseous, and experien...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Since supplementing with sugary foods can improve the condition, the first consideration should still be blood sugar issues. If, after evaluation by an endocrinologist, it is determined that this is not the case, further assistance from a neurologist can be sought.[Read More] Understanding Dizziness and Numbness During Bathroom Visits: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Sleep Jerks: Causes and Solutions for Nighttime Disturbances
Body jerks during sleep! Hello, I have a question! I am currently troubled by involuntary body jerks while trying to sleep. Before these symptoms appeared, I experienced headaches, dizziness, neck and shoulder pain, and gastrointestinal discomfort. After taking medication, I felt...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Involuntary body shaking can sometimes be related to certain medications, and discontinuing the medication often leads to improvement. The twitching that occurs just before falling asleep is usually physiological, meaning many normal individuals experience it as well. However, co...[Read More] Understanding Sleep Jerks: Causes and Solutions for Nighttime Disturbances
Understanding Tremors, Muscle Stiffness, and Unexplained Fever: A Guide
Tremors in the hands and feet: some questions? 1. I feel stiffness on both sides of my face, particularly around the area near my ears, but not in my cheeks. I don't know why it feels stiff; I've never experienced this before. 2. I have been having unexplained fevers....
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Hello: Please first conduct a neurological examination; it may not necessarily be tetanus.[Read More] Understanding Tremors, Muscle Stiffness, and Unexplained Fever: A Guide
Understanding Hand Numbness: When to See a Neurologist or Rehab Specialist
The mother often experiences hand numbness? Hello Dr. Huang, I would like to ask a question. My mother is in her fifties and has been experiencing shoulder and neck pain along with numbness in her hands. She previously received massage therapy, but recently went to a Western medi...
Dr. Huang Yongquan Reply:
Hello: Neurology and neuromedicine are the same. There are many causes for hand numbness, and if it has persisted for a while, the most common conditions are carpal tunnel syndrome or cervical nerve compression. You can visit either a neurology or rehabilitation clinic for an exa...[Read More] Understanding Hand Numbness: When to See a Neurologist or Rehab Specialist
Managing Nerve Tingling After Chemotherapy: Effective Treatments Explored
Numbness in the hands and feet caused by chemotherapy? Hello, Doctor: I have been diagnosed with salivary gland cancer and have undergone twelve cycles of chemotherapy and thirty-five sessions of radiation therapy. During the sixth cycle of chemotherapy, I was hospitalized due to...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
We apologize, but it is not possible to determine whether the medication is related. Please first confirm if there is neuropathy (you may want to start with a neurology examination). If it is indeed caused by chemotherapy drugs, it may take a long time to improve.[Read More] Managing Nerve Tingling After Chemotherapy: Effective Treatments Explored
Understanding Early Symptoms of Parkinson's Disease: A Guide for Families
Early-stage Parkinson's disease Hello Doctor, my father is 68 years old and started experiencing involuntary tremors in his hands and chin about a year ago. The tremors in his hands vary in intensity; sometimes they stop when he picks something up. Could this be a symptom of...
Dr. Lin Zijing Reply:
Parkinson's disease has three main symptoms: 1. resting tremor (tremor disappears during movement), 2. bradykinesia (slowness of movement), and 3. rigidity. In the early stages of Parkinson's disease (primary), symptoms often begin with unilateral resting tremor, usuall...[Read More] Understanding Early Symptoms of Parkinson's Disease: A Guide for Families
Understanding Gastrointestinal Disorders: A Neurological Perspective
Gastrointestinal dysregulation Hello, Doctor. After binge eating in 2008, I experienced stomach bloating in the afternoon, loss of appetite, and underwent gastroscopy which showed no issues. I tried traditional Chinese medicine for treatment but saw no improvement. In 2009, I had...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
The condition commonly referred to as autonomic nervous system dysfunction primarily indicates an imbalance between the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems, particularly when the sympathetic nervous system is overactive. Symptoms may include palpitations, diarrhea, tr...[Read More] Understanding Gastrointestinal Disorders: A Neurological Perspective
Understanding Hand Finger Numbness: Is It Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Numbness in the fingers of both hands? Recently, I have been experiencing numbness in the fingers of both hands at night, primarily in the ring finger, middle finger, and index finger. I'm not sure about the thumb, but the little finger is unaffected. Could this be carpal tu...
Dr. Huang Yongquan Reply:
Hello: Based on your work patterns and symptoms, there is indeed a higher likelihood of carpal tunnel syndrome. You should pay attention to whether repetitive movements at the wrist exacerbate the symptoms, and if shaking your hands provides any relief. Of course, the most accura...[Read More] Understanding Hand Finger Numbness: Is It Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Understanding Pain Syndrome After Trauma: Diagnosis and Treatment Options
Pain syndrome Hello: I had a car accident in April of last year, resulting in a fifth metatarsal fracture. I was in a cast for 40 days, during which my foot was severely swollen and painful. I thought that removing the cast would improve the situation, but the swelling and pain p...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Post-traumatic conditions can lead to a very painful neurological syndrome known as Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS). This condition typically presents with changes in the skin at the site of injury, swelling, alterations in hair growth, temperature fluctuations, changes in ...[Read More] Understanding Pain Syndrome After Trauma: Diagnosis and Treatment Options
Understanding Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy: Causes, Pain Management, and Recovery
Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy Hello Doctor: My father has a history of diabetes and peripheral neuropathy. Although his blood sugar levels are under control, why has his condition been fluctuating over the past year? Can peripheral nerves regenerate? Will the regeneration proces...
Dr. Lin Zijing Reply:
Patients with peripheral neuropathy may experience sharp pain, tingling, or electric shock sensations in their fingertips, toes, hands, and feet. This occurs because the peripheral nerves become hypersensitive and unstable, continuously sending "pain" signals to the bra...[Read More] Understanding Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy: Causes, Pain Management, and Recovery
Understanding Neurological Symptoms: Seeking the Right Specialist for Diagnosis
Symptom inquiry? Hello Dr. Lin: Recently, I have been experiencing many symptoms and have seen numerous doctors in various hospitals without finding the cause. Could you please help explain my symptoms? 1. I have sharp pain in the left back of my head accompanied by muscle spasms...
Dr. Lin Zijing Reply:
Your symptoms are quite broad and nonspecific, which may indicate the presence of two to three concurrent conditions or a transient episodic illness. Here are some analyses based on your symptoms: 1. Headache: The stabbing pain and spasms in the back of your head may be due to n...[Read More] Understanding Neurological Symptoms: Seeking the Right Specialist for Diagnosis
Unexplained Dizziness: Navigating Neurological Concerns and Next Steps
Dizziness of unknown origin? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing continuous dizziness for a week (at times, it feels like there is a force pushing my eyeballs outward), slight imbalance while walking, and decreased dexterity in my hands. Occasionally, I have tremors, nausea, a...
Dr. Lin Zijing Reply:
The causes of dizziness can be broadly categorized into the following: 1. Vestibular disorders: Such as motion sickness, viral infections, abnormal displacement of otoliths, and Meniere's disease. 2. Visual disorders: For instance, wearing glasses with an incorrect prescrip...[Read More] Unexplained Dizziness: Navigating Neurological Concerns and Next Steps
Understanding Numbness and Weakness: Possible Neurological Disorders
Numbness in the limbs and face? Initially, there was severe bloating and irregular bowel movements, with increased frequency. About two months later, there was numbness in both legs, itching on the soles of the feet, like being bitten by ants. Subsequently, both legs became numb ...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Hello: The symptoms are very similar to Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS). Please see a neurologist for an examination as soon as possible.[Read More] Understanding Numbness and Weakness: Possible Neurological Disorders
Managing Ulnar Nerve Compression: Treatment Options and Recovery Tips
Symptoms of ulnar nerve compression? I was diagnosed with left ulnar nerve neuropathy at National Taiwan University Hospital, and the onset has been about 4 months. I have undergone Western medicine treatment for 3 months and Traditional Chinese Medicine treatment for 2 months. T...
Dr. Lin Zijing Reply:
Ulnar nerve compression is most commonly caused by improper posture, such as resting the chin on the hands with the elbows supported on a table or chair armrest. Leaning on the table while playing mahjong, using the elbow as a pillow during naps, or keeping the elbows tightly aga...[Read More] Managing Ulnar Nerve Compression: Treatment Options and Recovery Tips
Understanding Toe Tremors in Comatose Patients: What You Need to Know
Toe twitching Hello Doctor, my mother previously underwent a tracheostomy due to tracheal stenosis. On October 27, she was hospitalized for emergency treatment due to tracheal spasms, but due to a delay in the ambulance, it took over an hour for her to arrive at the hospital, by ...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
The patient has been in a coma for a month, and the chances of regaining consciousness are likely lower, but not entirely absent. There may be spontaneous twitching in the toes and legs, which could be related to muscle spasms and abnormal electrical discharges in the brain. If t...[Read More] Understanding Toe Tremors in Comatose Patients: What You Need to Know
Are These Symptoms Signs of a Stroke or Something Else?
Is this a sign of a stroke? Hello, doctor. This evening while taking the MRT, I experienced difficulty breathing and dizziness due to overcrowding and poor air circulation. Additionally, with the weather changing, I had a runny nose and some nasal congestion on the right side. Af...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Hello: This is not a stroke phenomenon; it may be due to poor air circulation, leading to autonomic nervous system dysregulation. Please pay attention to air circulation and try to relax. If it occurs again, it is advisable to seek medical consultation, and a brainwave examinatio...[Read More] Are These Symptoms Signs of a Stroke or Something Else?
Chronic Constipation and Its Neurological Impacts: Seeking Solutions
Consultation I have been suffering from chronic constipation for about 26 years. When I was younger, I didn't know how to manage it and was very good at enduring it, having bowel movements only once every seven days, which made it easy to forget the pain. However, the long-t...
Dr. Zhuang Yumin Reply:
Dear Yu: Your symptoms, such as weakness in your hands and feet, to the point where you cannot even open a bottle cap, may indicate issues with your cervical spine or peripheral nerves. However, a proper diagnosis can only be made through an in-person examination by a neurologist...[Read More] Chronic Constipation and Its Neurological Impacts: Seeking Solutions