Understanding Intracranial Hemorrhage: Symptoms, Risks, and Recovery
Intracranial hemorrhage Hello Doctor, After having two upper molars extracted two years ago, I started feeling unwell. Later, at work, I was struck on the head by a heavy iron pipe that fell from above. 1. I am uncertain if I have hypertension; my company health check-ups hav...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Mr. Allen, You mentioned, "If there was a brain hemorrhage that was absorbed by itself, can it be seen on a CT scan? If the skull had previously fractured and healed, can a CT scan show that there was a prior injury?" Typically, in cases of severe brain injury, s...[Read More] Understanding Intracranial Hemorrhage: Symptoms, Risks, and Recovery
Understanding Persistent Dizziness: Causes and Next Steps
Chronic dizziness with no identifiable cause? I would like to ask the doctor, I have been experiencing dizziness for almost two years. It mainly occurs when I walk; I do not feel dizzy when sitting or lying down. There is no sensation of spinning, but I feel unsteady and have a s...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Lin, You mentioned that "I mainly feel fine when sitting or lying down, but I feel dizzy when walking. There is no sensation of spinning, but I do feel unsteady and a sense of falling, along with a feeling of pressure around my eyes and visual disturbances." T...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Dizziness: Causes and Next Steps
Understanding Meniere's Disease: Can a Concussion Trigger Symptoms?
Meniere's disease I would like to inquire about a concussion I sustained from a motorcycle accident six months ago, and I am now diagnosed with Meniere's disease. I understand that there are many potential causes for Meniere's disease, but I am curious if the concu...
Dr. Hong Weibin Reply:
Hello: The exact cause of Meniere's disease is currently unclear, but it is believed to be related to an imbalance of endolymphatic fluid in the inner ear (accumulation of endolymph in the inner ear labyrinth). Therefore, any factors that may affect the flow of this fluid co...[Read More] Understanding Meniere's Disease: Can a Concussion Trigger Symptoms?
Understanding Dizziness: Common Causes and When to Seek Help
Dizziness in the head Hello, doctor. I recently moved to the northern part of the country for university, but I've been experiencing some uncomfortable symptoms in the past few days. Initially, I felt a slight sensation of my head drooping while sitting, but later it also oc...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: You mentioned that "when sitting, there is a slight feeling of the head dropping, and later when standing or walking, it occasionally occurs as well..." It may be necessary to first consider Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV), characterized by brief epis...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness: Common Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding and Managing Occipital and Temporal Headaches: Tips for Relief
Occipital and temporal headache? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing chronic and intermittent migraines, mostly occurring around 4 PM. Usually, taking Panadol or other pain relievers provides relief. However, the day before yesterday, upon waking, I felt a throbbing pain regar...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Miss: You mentioned that "the pain usually occurs around 4 PM, but it typically alleviates after taking Panadol or other pain relievers... The pain is located around the back of the head and the temples, and I would like to know how to relieve it." Your symptoms ...[Read More] Understanding and Managing Occipital and Temporal Headaches: Tips for Relief
Understanding Dizziness: Causes and Concerns in Neurology
Dizziness and lightheadedness, feeling like being on a boat? Hello Dr. Jiang, thank you for clarifying things for the public; you are a great doctor, and I appreciate your hard work! Dr. Jiang, for the past week, I have been experiencing sudden dizziness while standing, similar t...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Nick, You mentioned experiencing a sudden dizziness lasting 2-10 seconds after bending down, sometimes feeling a swaying motion. Your symptoms may suggest Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV), characterized by brief episodes of dizziness related to changes in head p...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness: Causes and Concerns in Neurology
Understanding Dizziness and Numbness: When to Seek Medical Help
Dizziness with occasional numbness? I have been experiencing occasional dizziness since July 28. Previously, I felt tightness in my head or around my temples, and I have had a few instances of facial numbness. Recently, aside from the tightness, I feel like I'm swaying while...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Mr. Li: You mentioned that "it feels like the whole body is swaying side to side, but when standing, it doesn't sway much. I feel sleepy, and my neck and shoulders are stiff. When I slightly twist, there's a loud cracking sound, and when lying down to sleep...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness and Numbness: When to Seek Medical Help
Understanding Unilateral Tinnitus, Dizziness, and Head Numbness Symptoms
Unilateral tinnitus + dizziness + paresthesia of the head? Hello Doctor, 1. On the evening of August 22, 2022, I began to feel a slight pressure in my left ear, followed by the onset of tinnitus. While walking, I occasionally experienced brief episodes of dizziness (similar to ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Mr. Hsu: You mentioned that "your left ear started to feel a bit stuffy, followed by the onset of tinnitus, and occasionally experiencing brief episodes of dizziness while walking." May I ask what your blood pressure is? Do you have any issues with hypertension, h...[Read More] Understanding Unilateral Tinnitus, Dizziness, and Head Numbness Symptoms
Understanding Headaches: Pain from Temples to Neck in Older Adults
Dull pain in the temples radiating to both sides of the neck? Hello Doctor: My mother is 59 years old and has recently been experiencing headaches in the afternoon to evening. The pain is felt from the temples to both sides of the neck, occasionally with a throbbing sensation. Th...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Yu, You mentioned your mother's symptoms of "experiencing a dull headache from the afternoon to evening, with pain extending from the temples to both sides of the neck, occasionally accompanied by throbbing pain, and the headache sometimes being unilateral and...[Read More] Understanding Headaches: Pain from Temples to Neck in Older Adults
Severe Pain in the Back of the Head Radiating to Ear and Tongue: Causes Explained
Pain in the back of the head radiating to the ear and tongue? While lying down preparing to sleep, I suddenly experienced severe sharp pain in the lower left side of the back of my head (near the neck), which then radiated to my ear and tongue (near the throat). After a while, I ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Miss Pei Pei, You mentioned that "after a while, I feel tightness in the muscles near the back of my head close to my neck, and the lymph nodes in my lower jaw also hurt during the process of tilting my head back." Your symptoms may suggest issues with the cervica...[Read More] Severe Pain in the Back of the Head Radiating to Ear and Tongue: Causes Explained
Severe Pain in the Back of the Head Radiating to Ear and Tongue: Causes Explained
Pain in the back of the head radiating to the ear and tongue? While lying down and preparing to sleep, I suddenly experienced severe pain in the lower left part of the back of my head (near the neck). The pain then radiated to my ear and tongue (near the throat). After a while, I...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Miss Pei Pei, You mentioned that "after a while, I feel tightness in the muscles at the back of my head near my neck, and there is pain in the lymph nodes of my lower jaw during the process of tilting my head back." Your symptoms may suggest issues related to the ...[Read More] Severe Pain in the Back of the Head Radiating to Ear and Tongue: Causes Explained
Understanding Symptoms: Sweating, Numbness, and Neck Stiffness Explained
Numbness in the hands, dizziness (or headache), stiffness in the cervical spine, sweating on the head, and headaches? Hello Doctor, about a few months ago, I started experiencing excessive cold sweats on my head, even more than after exercising. Following that, I have had numbnes...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello Ms. Huang: The symptoms mentioned above are suspected to be autonomic nervous system symptoms. It is recommended to visit a neurology outpatient clinic for examination.[Read More] Understanding Symptoms: Sweating, Numbness, and Neck Stiffness Explained
Understanding Chronic Headaches and Neck Pain: Possible Causes and Solutions
Headache and neck pain? Hello, doctor. Since I hit the back of my head on a stone step corner in sixth grade, I have been experiencing persistent headaches. I have been to a large hospital for examinations, but they all said there was no problem. After that, I often find myself e...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello, the symptoms mentioned may be related to cervical spine disorders or hypotension. It is recommended to visit a neurology clinic for an examination to determine the underlying cause.[Read More] Understanding Chronic Headaches and Neck Pain: Possible Causes and Solutions
Managing Dizziness and Numbness: Insights on Medication Withdrawal Effects
Dizziness and a feeling of pressure or pain in the head, along with numbness in the hands and feet? Hello Doctor: I have been taking sleeping pills for a long time and am currently tapering off. Recently, I have been experiencing poor sleep, but I have returned to my normal dosag...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello, Xuan: Numbness and tremors in the hands and feet may be related to peripheral nerve diseases. It is recommended to visit a neurology clinic for examination.[Read More] Managing Dizziness and Numbness: Insights on Medication Withdrawal Effects
Understanding the Differences Between Brain MRI and Head MRI: A Comprehensive Guide
The difference between a brain MRI and a head MRI lies primarily in the focus of the imaging. A brain MRI specifically targets the brain tissue, providing detailed images of the brain's structure, including the cerebral cortex, cerebellum, and The first time I sought medical...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Miss: You mentioned "dizziness, vertigo, unilateral tinnitus, and wanting to check for Alzheimer's atrophy, whether there is a stroke, acoustic neuroma, or brain tumor; what kind of imaging should be done for a comprehensive evaluation?" These issues can gen...[Read More] Understanding the Differences Between Brain MRI and Head MRI: A Comprehensive Guide
Understanding Arm Pain and Weakness: When to Seek Neurology Help
When my mother’s arm hangs down, she experiences pain in her upper arm? Hello, Dr. Tsai! My mother previously experienced neck and shoulder pain, which was suspected to be due to a stiff neck. After receiving treatment from a massage therapist, she developed pain in her right upp...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello, Miss Jiang: It is recommended to see an orthopedic specialist or a rehabilitation physician.[Read More] Understanding Arm Pain and Weakness: When to Seek Neurology Help
Feeling Dizzy Like on a Boat: Understanding Your Symptoms and Solutions
When sitting or walking, it feels like there is an up-and-down motion, similar to being on a boat? Hello doctor, I have high blood pressure, and I experience tingling in my scalp while masturbating. I often look down while using electronic devices, which has led to a condition kn...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Mr. H: You mentioned that "sometimes when sitting or walking, it feels like you're swaying up and down like being on a boat." Your symptoms may suggest cervicogenic dizziness, which could originate from the cervical spine. Symptoms may include dizziness, ligh...[Read More] Feeling Dizzy Like on a Boat: Understanding Your Symptoms and Solutions
Understanding Symptoms of Possible Mini-Stroke: When to Seek Help
Regarding suspected mini-strokes? Hello, doctor. The day before yesterday afternoon, while I was using my phone, I suddenly felt dizzy (a light-headed sensation) and nauseous. I also felt unsteady while walking, leaning towards the left side. Other than that, I had no other sympt...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello, if the dizziness symptoms persist, it is recommended to visit a neurology outpatient clinic for evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Symptoms of Possible Mini-Stroke: When to Seek Help
Persistent Fatigue: Understanding Causes of Constant Sleepiness
Feeling sleepy all day? Recently, I lost weight, but then my weight returned to what it was! I feel sleepy all day and lack energy. I don’t have a habit of staying up late; I usually sleep from around 11 PM to just after 6 AM. I had my liver checked, and it’s fine; my lungs are a...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello, Hsin-Yi: The symptoms mentioned above are suspected to be caused by insufficient cerebral blood flow. It is recommended to continue treatment for hyperlipidemia to reduce the risk of stroke.[Read More] Persistent Fatigue: Understanding Causes of Constant Sleepiness
Post-Concussion Symptoms: Seeking Help for Persistent Neurological Issues
Post-concussion syndrome A 68-year-old elderly individual fell on the street a few months ago for unknown reasons, resulting in a head injury with a laceration on the left forehead that required 5-6 stitches. After the laceration healed, the individual developed insomnia and a pe...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Yeh, You mentioned that "after the head laceration healed, it caused insomnia and a tingling sensation in the head." This may be attributed to two possible reasons: localized nerve damage due to the injury or compression of the cervical nerve roots caused by e...[Read More] Post-Concussion Symptoms: Seeking Help for Persistent Neurological Issues