Understanding Unexplained Dry Heaving: Possible Neurological Causes
Frequent unexplained dry heaving? Hello Doctor, I am currently 21 years old and a university student. For the past three years, I have occasionally experienced dry heaving and nausea. Initially, I suspected that it might be due to eye strain from prolonged use of my phone or comp...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Mr. Kevin, You mentioned experiencing symptoms of bright vision and dry heaving occurring simultaneously, which typically requires a day of rest and sleep for the symptoms to resolve the next day. I wonder if you are also experiencing headaches? It may be worth considering...[Read More] Understanding Unexplained Dry Heaving: Possible Neurological Causes
Understanding Numbness and Weakness in Hands and Feet: When to Seek Help
Numbness and weakness in the hands and feet? Hello Doctor, I am #196332. I would like to add that today I also experienced some numbness in my hands. I would like to ask, in the case of numbness in the hands and feet (and I also felt a slight numbness in my back just now), while ...
Dr. Peng Shiwei Reply:
Hello, I apologize for not being able to search previous inquiries. However, if you are experiencing numbness in both your hands and feet, it is important to rule out any neurological issues. I recommend consulting a neurologist. Thank you for your question.[Read More] Understanding Numbness and Weakness in Hands and Feet: When to Seek Help
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
Could Weakness and Pain in Your Legs Signal ALS Symptoms?
Weakness and pain in the legs could be a precursor to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)? In 2021, I was diagnosed with possible sciatica (only through X-rays). After continuous rehabilitation, I improved for a while, but occasionally my lower back would still feel sore, allowin...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Miss Xiao: You mentioned that "when walking, if the feeling underfoot is not right, there will be a sudden pain, and then the legs feel weak and powerless." These are not symptoms of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). The ALS you are concerned about primarily re...[Read More] Could Weakness and Pain in Your Legs Signal ALS Symptoms?
Understanding Facial Numbness and Tingling: Possible Causes and Concerns
Numbness in the face and hands? Hello, doctor. I have a slight tingling sensation around my right cheek and right ear. Two years ago, it was around my ear, and now it’s on my cheek. I can feel a soft, movable lump about one centimeter on my right cheek. Visually, the nasolabial f...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Miss: You mentioned several issues. Clinically, we should first address the acute problems. The "slight tingling sensation around the right cheek and right ear... a soft, movable lump" may indicate potential compression of the trigeminal nerve, specifically the ...[Read More] Understanding Facial Numbness and Tingling: Possible Causes and Concerns
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 Multiple Sclerosis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Brain Wave Tests
Multiple Sclerosis I would like to ask that at the beginning of this month, I felt discomfort in my eyes and visited several doctors who all said it was eye fatigue but noted that my intraocular pressure was elevated. Following that, I experienced symptoms of heaviness in my head...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello, based on the symptoms mentioned, it cannot be definitively determined as multiple sclerosis. It is recommended to visit a neurologist for further evaluation and testing.[Read More] Understanding Multiple Sclerosis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Brain Wave Tests
Understanding Multiple Sclerosis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Concerns
Multiple Sclerosis I would like to ask about some recent health issues I've been experiencing (numbness in my hands and feet, slight weakness, and discomfort in my eyes). The eye discomfort has persisted for nearly a month, accompanied by mild photophobia and some bloodshot ...
Dr. Peng Shiwei Reply:
Hello, the EEG test cannot rule out multiple sclerosis. If your eye symptoms are caused by optic neuritis, I strongly recommend that you complete an MRI examination. Thank you for your inquiry.[Read More] Understanding Multiple Sclerosis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Concerns
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
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 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
Electric Shock Sensation in Left Hand: When to See a Neurologist?
I felt a tingling sensation on the left side of the webbing between my left thumb and index finger, as if I had been electrocuted? On the evening of March 20th, while washing my hands, I noticed a sensation of being electrocuted when water flowed over a specific area just to the ...
Dr. Wu Mukhan Reply:
Hello Ms. Hsu, it appears that your symptoms are more indicative of superficial peripheral nerve compression leading to nerve inflammation or injury. It is advisable to avoid further pressure on the symptomatic area to prevent worsening of the symptoms. Symptoms of nerve compress...[Read More] Electric Shock Sensation in Left Hand: When to See a Neurologist?
Understanding Seizures: Is My 16-Year-Old Experiencing Epilepsy?
Epilepsy Concerns Hello doctor, my son, who is 16 years old, suddenly experienced upper body tremors last week. He can have over 60 episodes in a day, and during severe instances, he is unable to hold onto objects, leading to drops and even a fall once. However, each episode last...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Mr. Max, Regarding your son, it may be advisable to consider juvenile myoclonic epilepsy. This condition manifests with myoclonic jerks and generalized tonic-clonic seizures in otherwise normally developing adolescents or adults. Myoclonic jerks often occur in the hands, sh...[Read More] Understanding Seizures: Is My 16-Year-Old Experiencing Epilepsy?
Dizziness and Numbness: Understanding Neurological Symptoms
Dizziness and numbness in both hands? Hello doctor, I experienced a situation that made me very agitated and loud. During that process, I suddenly felt dizzy and my hands became numb. After calming down, I felt much better, but since then, I occasionally experience dizziness, and...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello, Chen: If the above symptoms persist without improvement, it is recommended to visit a neurology outpatient clinic for evaluation.[Read More] Dizziness and Numbness: Understanding Neurological Symptoms
Understanding Unilateral Hand Tremors: Causes and Concerns
Unilateral hand tremor issue? Hello doctor, I recently noticed that my left hand shakes when I hold objects. The shaking is not very strong, but the frequency of the tremor is affected by the weight of the items. I have experienced this before, but it was not frequent. However, w...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Miss Hsiao-Hsuan, You mentioned, "Whenever my hand tremors occur, it is always my left hand that shakes, while my right hand does not. I would like to know if this is a brain issue or a precursor to Parkinson's disease." Typical Parkinson's disease pre...[Read More] Understanding Unilateral Hand Tremors: Causes and Concerns
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 Muscle Spasms and Chest Pain: When to Seek Help
Experiencing a seizure to the point of nearly fainting? It felt like a cramp, but I wasn't sure if it was actually a cramp. One moment I was in a good mood playing, and then I got on a motorcycle. Within a minute, I started feeling pain in the left pectoral muscle near the a...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello: The symptoms mentioned may be caused by a neurological disorder, and it is recommended to visit a neurology clinic for further evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Muscle Spasms and Chest Pain: When to Seek Help
Understanding Sleep Issues in Children: Causes and Solutions
Sleep problems in children? Hello, I would like to ask about an 8-year-old child who starts twitching their hands and feet every night as soon as they fall asleep. Initially, there were no twitches before falling asleep, but once they are held, the twitching indicates they have f...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Nana, You mentioned that "you have been tossing and turning all night, experiencing repetitive movements, and not sleeping well, resulting in dark circles under your eyes." If this is affecting your sleep quality, it is advisable to seek medical treatment. Fir...[Read More] Understanding Sleep Issues in Children: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Post-Concussion Symptoms: Tremors, Dizziness, and Pain
Post-concussion syndrome includes symptoms such as sleep disturbances, limb tremors, and dizziness? Hello Doctor: Since the night of the car accident on January 6th, I have experienced sudden jerking movements in my left hand and foot shortly after falling asleep. I wake up and c...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Miss Rabbit, You mentioned that "since the night of the car accident on January 6th, my right eye has been blurry, and my left hand and foot have been experiencing spasms... I have never had these symptoms before." Your symptoms may warrant consideration of lesion...[Read More] Understanding Post-Concussion Symptoms: Tremors, Dizziness, and Pain
Post-Cold Numbness: Understanding Neurological Symptoms After Illness
Numbness in the body after a cold? Hello Doctor, After experiencing a mild fever due to a cold on February 16, I have been feeling numbness in my arms and legs. Sometimes, when I change my body position, I feel a tingling sensation from my back to the back of my head, especiall...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Mr. Yang, You mentioned that "there is a slight stabbing pain when the left side of my head is pressed or rubbed while sleeping, and my left palm also has some tingling sensations." Based on your description, we may need to consider cervical nerve root compressio...[Read More] Post-Cold Numbness: Understanding Neurological Symptoms After Illness