Understanding Dizziness: Causes, Symptoms, and Duration
Dizziness issues? Hello doctor, I started feeling dizzy (not to the point of vertigo, but quite uncomfortable) from noon on May 26th. I also have nausea and headaches (in my temples and the back of my head), along with shoulder and neck pain. These symptoms have persisted until n...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, sir: You may want to consider two common issues: heat illness and cervical myofascial pain syndrome. The primary cause is vasodilation of the skin microvasculature in high-temperature outdoor environments, leading to blood pooling in the lower body and a subsequent decreas...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness: Causes, Symptoms, and Duration
Understanding Involuntary Head Nodding: Neurological Insights
Occasional involuntary head nodding? Hello doctor, recently (in the past two days) my head has been nodding on its own (about 6-7 times), with mild intensity and for a short duration. My fingers also sometimes twitch, but it's not shaking. I was previously diagnosed with aut...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello! It is recommended to visit a neurology outpatient clinic for an examination.[Read More] Understanding Involuntary Head Nodding: Neurological Insights
Unexplained Body Tremors: Understanding Neurological Symptoms
The body trembles as if being electrocuted? Doctor, every night when I lie down to sleep, my body feels like it's trembling as if being electrocuted, which wakes me up. During the day, I also feel very uncomfortable, as if I'm about to die, and I can't rest or slee...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello, Liu Chen! It is recommended to visit the neurology outpatient clinic for an examination.[Read More] Unexplained Body Tremors: Understanding Neurological Symptoms
Understanding Eyebrow Pain and Headaches: Possible Neurological Issues
Forehead and eyebrow pain, headache? Recently, for about 1-2 months, I've been feeling a lot of discomfort in the area between my eyes and eyebrows. I have difficulty concentrating and sometimes feel dizzy, along with occasional headaches. Today, I feel swelling above my rig...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello Mr. Lin! Based on the symptoms mentioned, it is recommended to consult a neurologist and an otolaryngologist for examination.[Read More] Understanding Eyebrow Pain and Headaches: Possible Neurological Issues
Understanding Head Pain After Injury: When to Seek Medical Attention
Occasional sharp pain in the head? A few days ago, I accidentally bumped my head against the top of a door frame, specifically towards the back of my head, around the center of my hair. Initially, it felt like a bruise that wouldn't go away. Yesterday, when I got a haircut, ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Mr. Hsiao, based on your description, generally speaking, if there is no loss of consciousness, no anticoagulant use, or obvious local hematoma, head injuries are mostly minor. You mentioned scalp sensitivity, which typically lasts for two weeks as the subcutaneous hematoma...[Read More] Understanding Head Pain After Injury: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Brain Buzzing: Is It Tinnitus or Something Else?
Cerebral sound? Tinnitus? Hello doctor, I previously experienced tinnitus and a feeling of ear fullness in February. After undergoing examinations, everything was normal. After two months of distress, the ear fullness and tinnitus resolved. However, now I notice a buzzing sound i...
Dr. Hong Weibin Reply:
Hello: Based on your condition, you may seek assistance from a neurologist and an otolaryngologist. It is possible that hearing deterioration is the cause, and examinations can be conducted to confirm this.[Read More] Understanding Brain Buzzing: Is It Tinnitus or Something Else?
Understanding Headaches After Nasal Swab Tests: When to Seek Help
Headache after rapid testing? Hello, doctor! After I performed a rapid test by swabbing my right nostril, I experienced a tingling sensation in the entire right side of my occipital region, extending to the top of my head and deep within my nostril. This sensation then evolves in...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Mei, Your symptoms may be a result of excessive neck extension during the screening process. It is recommended that you keep your eyes focused straight ahead, and the physician can adjust the angle of the screening. As long as you remain still, the difficulty of the exa...[Read More] Understanding Headaches After Nasal Swab Tests: When to Seek Help
Neck Pain After a Fall: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Neck pain Yesterday afternoon, I slipped and hit the back of my head after coming out of the bathroom. Since then, I've been feeling stiffness in my neck. Now, it's the next morning, and upon waking up, I feel even more stiffness in the muscles at the front of my neck. ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Ali, Since you are in isolation, it is advisable to monitor your symptoms for 2-3 days to see if they worsen before considering medical attention. Based on your description, it may be necessary to consider cervical spine disorders, as the likelihood of intracranial hemo...[Read More] Neck Pain After a Fall: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Understanding Neck and Occipital Pain: When to Seek Medical Attention
Pain in the neck at the base of the skull? Hello doctor, I have been experiencing pain in the area where my neck meets the back of my head for almost a week now. The frequency of the pain varies: it hurts every night for one day, occasionally for two days, persists in the evening...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Based on your description, the most common cause of your right neck pain is likely cervical myofascial pain. Prolonged periods of looking down can lead to overuse of the trapezius muscle in the back of the neck, resulting in neck and shoulder discomfort. Initially, resti...[Read More] Understanding Neck and Occipital Pain: When to Seek Medical Attention
Could My Mother's Symptoms Indicate Meningitis? Seeking Guidance
Could this be a meningitis infection? I'm not a doctor, but I can provide some information based on your description. Your mother's symptoms, including severe cough, fever, confusion, and weakness, could potentially be related to meningitis, especially given her recent ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. LULU, It is likely not "meningitis." Common symptoms include fever, headache, photophobia, chills, rapid heartbeat, neck stiffness, fatigue, drowsiness, and agitation. This type of headache is caused by inflammation, often accompanied by nausea and vomiting, a...[Read More] Could My Mother's Symptoms Indicate Meningitis? Seeking Guidance
Understanding Occipital Pain and Neck Stiffness After Ureteroscopy
Pain in the back of the head and neck stiffness? Hello doctor, I recently underwent a "flexible ureteroscopic lithotripsy" for kidney stones. Two days later, I experienced pure headaches and fever, which later turned into pain at the back of my head. I had a fever on th...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello, Ms. Huang! Based on the symptoms mentioned, it is recommended that you visit a neurology clinic as soon as possible.[Read More] Understanding Occipital Pain and Neck Stiffness After Ureteroscopy
Is It Autonomic Dysfunction or Heart Issues? Understanding Your Symptoms
Is it an autonomic nervous system issue or a heart problem? Hello, doctor. About three years ago, I visited a psychosomatic specialist who diagnosed me with panic disorder. I experienced symptoms like numbness in my hands and head, discomfort throughout my body, and rapid heartbe...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello! It is recommended to visit a neurologist for an examination.[Read More] Is It Autonomic Dysfunction or Heart Issues? Understanding Your Symptoms
Is It Autonomic Dysfunction or Heart Issues? Understanding Your Symptoms
Is it an autonomic nervous system issue or a heart problem? Hello, doctor. About three years ago, I consulted a psychiatrist who diagnosed me with panic disorder. I experience symptoms like numbness in my hands and head, discomfort throughout my body, and increased heart rate in ...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello! It is recommended to see a neurologist for an examination.[Read More] Is It Autonomic Dysfunction or Heart Issues? Understanding Your Symptoms
Is It a Stroke? Understanding Neurological Symptoms and Concerns
Could it be a stroke? Or is it another disease? I usually use a ventilator to sleep at night due to my issue with sleep apnea. However, I also have nasal congestion (the left nostril is partially open while the right is completely blocked). When I use the ventilator, I wake up th...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello, Lin! It is recommended to visit the neurology outpatient clinic![Read More] Is It a Stroke? Understanding Neurological Symptoms and Concerns
Understanding Head Injuries: Symptoms and Recovery Tips
Head issues Hello Doctor: Last night I fell and hit my buttocks. After getting up, I experienced dizziness and blurred vision that lasted for about 20 seconds. During that time, I also hit the back left side of my head. After 20 seconds, I returned to normal but noticed that touc...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: You mentioned (1) Is it normal to experience dizziness, blurred vision, or even a brief loss of consciousness after hitting the back of the head? A: Yes, because the occipital lobe is responsible for vision, external force impacts can cause temporary visual symptoms, such ...[Read More] Understanding Head Injuries: Symptoms and Recovery Tips
Understanding Nerve Pain: Causes of Numbness and Discomfort in Limbs
Numbness and stiffness in the hands and feet, pain in the shoulders and neck? Hello, Doctor. About a month ago, I started waking up at night to find my left hand completely numb and I couldn't feel my little finger. After a few minutes of movement, I regained sensation, but ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: You mentioned that "every night when I lie down, if my neck is compressed (by the bed or pillow), it gradually becomes numb and painful to the point of waking me up." This symptom may resemble cervical radiculopathy due to nerve root compression. "After abou...[Read More] Understanding Nerve Pain: Causes of Numbness and Discomfort in Limbs
Persistent Scalp Tingling and Tightness After Shingles: Seeking Relief
Scalp tingling, tightness, and burning sensation? I have shingles on my head and right eye, which has lasted for 2 months. The neuropathic pain has resolved, and my right eye is fine. However, I still experience numbness, tightness, and burning sensations on my scalp. My neurolog...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello, Mr. Hsieh! Herpes zoster can cause nerve damage, and the recovery time is relatively long. Please be patient and cooperate with the treatment.[Read More] Persistent Scalp Tingling and Tightness After Shingles: Seeking Relief
Understanding Neck and Trapezius Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Stiffness and pain in the neck and trapezius muscle? Hello, Doctor. In the past few days, I have been experiencing neck stiffness and a tingling sensation, along with pain in my trapezius muscle. I have taken muscle relaxants, but they only provide temporary relief, and the pain ...
Dr. Hong Weibin Reply:
Hello: Based on the symptoms you described, it may be due to stiffness and tension in the shoulder and neck muscles. It is advisable to seek treatment from a rehabilitation specialist. Wishing you a speedy recovery.[Read More] Understanding Neck and Trapezius Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Dizziness and Trapezius Pain: When to See a Neurologist?
Dizziness and trapezius muscle pain? Hello, Dr. Jiang. Recently, I've been experiencing neck pain and discomfort in my trapezius muscles, and I've also had some pain in my forehead and head. Whenever I sit and use the computer (due to work), the discomfort worsens. Some...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, it may be necessary to consider cervical spine disorders, specifically cervical spondylosis, which can cause neck pain and stiffness. This condition may compress nearby nerve roots, leading to pain that can extend to the shoulders, arms, and hand...[Read More] Dizziness and Trapezius Pain: When to See a Neurologist?
Understanding Facial Nerve Disorders: Symptoms, Treatments, and Management
Facial nerve dysfunction I have been diagnosed with Ramsay Hunt Syndrome for seven and a half months. Since being hospitalized, I have been continuously receiving rehabilitation therapy and acupuncture treatment, and I am taking B12 supplements. However, my symptoms have been rec...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello Ken! Based on the symptoms described above, they are all sequelae of facial nerve injury. Continuous follow-up and taking B12 are the correct treatment approaches. Additionally, good sleep also aids in nerve repair, so please be patient and continue with the treatment.[Read More] Understanding Facial Nerve Disorders: Symptoms, Treatments, and Management