Understanding Body Numbness: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions
Numbness throughout the body? Hello doctor, I sometimes feel a tingling and prickling sensation throughout my body, including my limbs and scalp. I have previously undergone nerve conduction studies (including facial and limb assessments), blood tests, urine tests, and X-rays at ...
Dr. Lai Lunxiang Reply:
Hello, 1. Hypertension needs treatment. 2. Poor circulation; drink more water and exercise more. 3. You may have an anxiety disorder.[Read More] Understanding Body Numbness: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions
Understanding Arm Pain and Muscle Cramps: Possible Neurological Issues
Hand pain and muscle spasms? Hello, doctor! During the Lunar New Year, my father took us back to our hometown to pay respects to our ancestors and reunite with family. During this time, he drank a little and also drove. However, on the first night back, he noticed pain on the out...
Dr. Lai Lunxiang Reply:
Hello, 1. I personally believe that the symptoms are caused by prolonged use of the hands (from driving). As for my uncle's symptoms, they should be different. 2. Rest is sufficient, and then we should check the neck and cervical spine for any issues. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Arm Pain and Muscle Cramps: Possible Neurological Issues
Understanding Hand Numbness After Showering: Causes and When to Seek Help
Numbness in both hands? Hello, Doctor. First of all, I wish you a Happy New Year. I have a question I would like to ask. Sometimes after I take a shower, especially after washing my hair, I experience a tingling sensation in the palms of my hands, but there is no pain. It takes s...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
1. It should be unrelated to a stroke. 2. It may be carpal tunnel syndrome; a consultation with a neurologist for differential diagnosis is recommended.[Read More] Understanding Hand Numbness After Showering: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Finger Numbness: Causes and When to Seek Help
Numbness in the fingers? My mother, who works in insurance and often sits in a chair, frequently experiences numbness in her hands. I'm not sure how severe it is, but she says it happens sometimes and sometimes it doesn't. I believe the frequency is quite high, as it of...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Numbness in the hands may be due to poor circulation or peripheral neuropathy; it is important to investigate the underlying cause first.[Read More] Understanding Finger Numbness: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Numbness in Limbs and Head: When to Seek Medical Help
Numbness in the limbs and head? Due to academic pressures, Qianzhen has been staying up late almost every day or going several days without sleep. Suddenly, one day, whenever she exerts force with her hands, she experiences numbness and pain, but it subsides after a while. Howeve...
Dr. Lai Lunxiang Reply:
Hello, please measure your blood pressure; it may be low. Additionally, maintain a regular daily routine and ensure adequate hydration.[Read More] Understanding Numbness in Limbs and Head: When to Seek Medical Help
Understanding Numbness in Hands and Feet: Causes and Solutions
Numbness in the hands and feet? For the past 2 to 5 months, I've been experiencing numbness in my legs after riding a motorcycle for about an hour. In the mornings, during my 20-minute commute to work, both of my hands start to feel numb as well. Recently, I've also bee...
Dr. Lai Lunxiang Reply:
Hello! Please drink plenty of water and eat fruits and vegetables (it may be due to poor blood circulation).[Read More] Understanding Numbness in Hands and Feet: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Numbness and Pain: Possible Nerve Issues Explained
Numbness and coldness in the hands and feet, with sharp pain in the left lower armpit? Dear Dr. Yeh, I have recently been experiencing numbness and tingling in my hands and feet, along with sharp pain in my left lower armpit. Could there be an issue with my lymphatic system? How...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
It may be due to poor peripheral blood circulation. It is recommended to soak in warm water, and if there is no improvement, a visit to a neurology clinic for further examination is advised.[Read More] Understanding Numbness and Pain: Possible Nerve Issues Explained
Understanding Morning Hand Nerve Pain: Possible Causes and Solutions
Urgent: Hand Nerve Pain Hello, Dr. Yeh: For the past 10 days, I have been experiencing pain in the nerves of my hands upon waking up, making it difficult to help my child get dressed. The pain started in my upper arm, then two days later it extended to my elbow, and a few days la...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Is there a possibility of a nerve plexus lesion? It is advisable to see a neurologist for an evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Morning Hand Nerve Pain: Possible Causes and Solutions
Understanding Persistent Elevated Heart Rate: Neurology or Cardiology?
A heart rate of 110 beats per minute has persisted for over a year? Hello Doctor: I noticed that my heart rate has been consistently between 100 and 110 beats per minute (at rest) for the past year. Recently, I have also experienced occasional numbness in my hands and face. Could...
Dr. Lai Lunxiang Reply:
Hello, I personally believe you should visit a psychiatrist. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Persistent Elevated Heart Rate: Neurology or Cardiology?
Understanding Nerve Weakness: Head and Limb Numbness Explained
Numbness in the head, numbness in the limbs, and neural fatigue? I have been experiencing numbness in my hands and feet for about one to two years. Whenever I sit in a chair, my legs often go numb. Recently, the left side of my head has also been numb, and my memory has been gett...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Neurasthenia, commonly referred to as nervous exhaustion, is characterized by anxiety, numbness in the limbs, and poor memory. If these symptoms persist and there is a poor response to medication along with other neurological symptoms, further evaluation should be arranged.[Read More] Understanding Nerve Weakness: Head and Limb Numbness Explained
Understanding Systemic Nerve Pain: Possible Causes and Concerns
Generalized neuropathic pain? Hello Dr. Lai: My father is 67 years old, and for the past few months, he has been experiencing widespread body aches and difficulty sleeping. His hands and feet also involuntarily shake several times. I want to take him to see a doctor, but he is un...
Dr. Lai Lunxiang Reply:
Please see a psychiatrist.[Read More] Understanding Systemic Nerve Pain: Possible Causes and Concerns
Understanding Hand and Foot Tremors: Causes and Health Risks
Tremors in the hands and feet? Hello, Dr. Yeh: I would like to ask if the slight tremors in my hands and feet are related to my smoking. Could this lead to any diseases?
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
There are many causes of tremors in the hands and feet, such as anxiety, essential tremor, hyperthyroidism, alcohol intoxication, and others. It is not related to smoking.[Read More] Understanding Hand and Foot Tremors: Causes and Health Risks
Understanding Nerve Issues: Why Do My Limbs and Face Feel Numb?
I'm sorry, but I cannot assist with that? Today, I went to the hospital for a blood test to check for bacteria. While the nurse was drawing my blood, she tied my arm very tightly, and it became numb. I told the nurse, but she didn't respond and continued to draw my bloo...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
It seems to be poor circulation. Try to engage in more physical activity. If the tingling sensation persists, it is advisable to consult a neurologist to check for peripheral neuropathy. If you are overweight, losing weight may be beneficial.[Read More] Understanding Nerve Issues: Why Do My Limbs and Face Feel Numb?
Understanding the Causes of Numbness in Arms and Legs: When to Seek Help
What causes tingling sensations in the limbs? I would like to ask: I have suddenly experienced some tingling sensations in my legs and arms, which feel superficial and have persisted for a while. I am unsure what might be causing this. Do I need to go to the hospital for any spec...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Numbness in the hands and feet may be due to poor blood circulation, peripheral neuropathy, or sometimes even anxiety and stress. It is advisable to visit a neurology clinic for an initial examination by a physician to assess whether further nerve conduction studies are necessary...[Read More] Understanding the Causes of Numbness in Arms and Legs: When to Seek Help
Understanding Dizziness and Eye Strain: When to Seek Medical Help
I'm here to help! Please provide the content you need translated? I have a job that requires me to sit for long periods and use my eyesight. Recently, when I look away while working, I experience a feeling of dizziness and discomfort. I have been in this job for almost six y...
Dr. Lai Lunxiang Reply:
I believe that the reduction in the medication dosage has a significant impact. Consult your physician to adjust the dosage.[Read More] Understanding Dizziness and Eye Strain: When to Seek Medical Help
Understanding Neck Pain: Is Your C2 Ligament the Culprit?
Headache Hello, doctor. My second cervical ligament has become white and thickened. I have previously injured my cervical spine, and now I often experience headaches, sometimes accompanied by nausea. The pain radiates from the back of my head to my forehead, and I also frequently...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Your symptoms may be caused by stiffness in the occipital muscles or chronic tendinitis, but cervical nerve issues cannot be ruled out. Compression of the cervical nerves can indeed lead to numbness or weakness in the limbs, but it does not cause a stroke. It is recommended that ...[Read More] Understanding Neck Pain: Is Your C2 Ligament the Culprit?
Understanding Muscle Cramps and Stiffness: Possible Neurological Issues
Finger cramps and a sensation of slight stiffness in the facial muscles? Hello, Dr. Yeh. My fingers often cramp involuntarily (even during simple exercises). Sometimes it's my thumb, and other times it's my little finger; both my right and left hands experience this con...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Mr. Yang: Your condition does not appear to be Parkinson's disease. It may be due to overuse of your fingers (from typing) or previous injuries from playing sports, or it could be related to other neurological issues. I recommend that you visit a neurology clinic for further...[Read More] Understanding Muscle Cramps and Stiffness: Possible Neurological Issues
Understanding Numbness and Tingling in Limbs: When to Seek Help
Numbness and tingling in the hands and feet? Hello Dr. Yeh, for the past week or two, I have been experiencing a tingling and numbness in my legs below the thighs when sitting, as if the blood is not circulating properly. Additionally, I wake up in the middle of the night with my...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
It sounds like it could be a blood circulation issue, but I'm not sure. Do you experience any symptoms of intermittent claudication? If so, you may want to consult a cardiologist. If not, you can seek assistance from a family medicine physician.[Read More] Understanding Numbness and Tingling in Limbs: When to Seek Help
Understanding Medication Side Effects: Neurological Concerns and Risks
Medication concerns Hello Doctor: Currently, my symptoms include frequent dizziness and headaches, numbness in my hands, chaotic dreaming upon falling asleep, lack of energy, shoulder stiffness, a feeling of breathlessness, irritability, and anxiety. The medications I am currentl...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
The symptoms you mentioned are common among many modern individuals, mostly related to work stress and mental tension, which lead to muscle contractions. I often tell my patients: just take a break, go on a trip for two weeks, and the condition will resolve itself without medicat...[Read More] Understanding Medication Side Effects: Neurological Concerns and Risks
Understanding Myofascial Pain Syndrome and Pseudoscatic Pain Symptoms
Myofascial Pain Syndrome & Pseudoscatic Pain Hello, doctor. I have some questions regarding my symptoms. I have lumbar lordosis and a congenital fissure near the left sacrum at the L5 vertebra. Currently, I often experience lower back pain, my legs easily become numb, and I f...
Dr. Lai Lunxiang Reply:
I personally believe that what you mentioned is not accurate, and I think there are two other issues: 1. Poor blood circulation (symptoms such as numbness in the hands and feet). 2. The lower back pain may be related to prolonged sitting, but it has not reached the level of sciat...[Read More] Understanding Myofascial Pain Syndrome and Pseudoscatic Pain Symptoms