Understanding Sudden Severe Dizziness: Causes and Medical Advice
Sudden severe dizziness? Hello, doctor. I am 35 years old. Last night before bed (September 30), I suddenly felt an abnormal sensation in my head, followed by severe dizziness (intermittently), a spinning sensation, blurred vision, cold sweats, nausea, and a rapid heartbeat. I fe...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello, it is advisable to seek medical attention anytime you experience any discomforting symptoms, so that they can be properly assessed and treated in a timely manner.[Read More] Understanding Sudden Severe Dizziness: Causes and Medical Advice
Understanding Head Trauma: Symptoms and Risks of Intracranial Bleeding
Head trauma Hello Doctor: On October 11, I hit the right side of my head against a wall. It was very painful at the moment, but after a few minutes and until the next day, there was no pain. Starting on October 13, I began to experience pain on the right side of my head extending...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, generally speaking, if there is no loss of consciousness, no anticoagulant use, or obvious localized hematoma, head trauma is mostly mild. However, the following conditions should prompt consideration of delayed bleeding and a visit to the emerge...[Read More] Understanding Head Trauma: Symptoms and Risks of Intracranial Bleeding
Understanding Gastrointestinal Spasms and Migraines: When to See a Neurologist
Gastric spasms and migraine issues? Hello, Doctor. I have been experiencing gastric spasms for several years. I have visited a gastroenterologist multiple times, but they only diagnosed me with gastritis and prescribed some medications for inflammation and spasms. Recently, the f...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it may be worth considering gastrointestinal symptoms associated with migraines. Common prodromal symptoms of migraines include visual disturbances, such as seeing stars and flashes of light, as well as blurred or distorted vision. These are all ...[Read More] Understanding Gastrointestinal Spasms and Migraines: When to See a Neurologist
Persistent Dizziness for Over a Month: Understanding Vestibular Neuritis
Dizziness for over a month? On the evening of August 25th, I experienced a bout of dizziness that nearly caused me to faint. I went to the emergency room for a blood test, which showed no significant issues. It might have been due to lack of sleep. A few days later, I visited a c...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Based on your description: Hello, you mentioned experiencing near-fainting episodes. In addition to dizziness, it may be necessary to consider syncope. First, we should evaluate the symptoms of syncope, with the most common causes being reflex syncope: excessive stimulation of th...[Read More] Persistent Dizziness for Over a Month: Understanding Vestibular Neuritis
Understanding Insomnia and Headaches: A Neurological Perspective
Insomnia and headache? I often wake up in the middle of the night, or it takes me a long time to fall asleep, or once I do fall asleep, I sleep for a long time. This has been happening gradually since high school, and I am currently a freshman in college. Whenever I am under a lo...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, there are many potential causes for headaches. If your headaches are related to your menstrual cycle, the likelihood of migraines is higher. However, conditions such as anemia, autonomic dysfunction, and inner ear imbalance may also contribute to...[Read More] Understanding Insomnia and Headaches: A Neurological Perspective
Understanding Nerve Damage After a Fall: Symptoms and Concerns
I accidentally fell backward while exercising? Two days ago, I accidentally fell backward while exercising and hit my head. The next day, I went to see a doctor because my shoulder was very sore. The doctor advised me to let my muscles rest for a few days. However, when I got hom...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms indeed warrant consideration of nerve compression. Taking the ulnar nerve as an example, resting the elbow on a hard surface or applying pressure to the elbow can likely lead to ulnar nerve pathology. Activities such as typing on a computer or scarring and fi...[Read More] Understanding Nerve Damage After a Fall: Symptoms and Concerns
Understanding Dizziness and Neck Pain: Causes and Solutions
Dizziness and neck and shoulder pain? Hello, doctor... I would like to ask a few questions. I have been experiencing dizziness for nearly three weeks. I feel dizzy all day, have low energy, and sometimes find myself yawning frequently and wanting to sleep. While walking, I don&#x...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: I apologize for the late response to your question. The symptoms of dizziness have persisted for nearly three weeks, with a constant feeling of dizziness throughout the day, low energy, frequent yawning, and a strong desire to sleep. While walking, I don't feel unstab...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness and Neck Pain: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Neck Pain and Dizziness: Possible Causes and Solutions
Cervical spine pain and dizziness? Hello, doctor... I have been experiencing dizziness for almost a month. The dizziness is constant throughout the day, and it's an indescribable feeling of lightheadedness and fatigue. I feel like I want to sleep all the time. My neck and sh...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: I apologize for the late response to your question. The symptoms of dizziness have persisted for nearly three weeks, with a constant feeling of dizziness throughout the day, poor energy levels, and frequent yawning, leading to a desire to sleep. While walking, I do not fee...[Read More] Understanding Neck Pain and Dizziness: Possible Causes and Solutions
Unexplained High Fever and Headache: Possible Neurological Issues?
Unexplained high fever and headache? Hello, Doctor. On the morning of September 6th, I experienced a sudden high fever reaching 40 degrees Celsius accompanied by severe headaches. After taking antipyretics, my temperature dropped to 38 degrees, but it did not return to normal. I ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: I apologize for the late response to your question. You mentioned experiencing headaches, lower back pain, white discharge from the urethra, mild dizziness, occasional visual disturbances, and difficulty taking deep breaths. These symptoms may suggest an infection, particu...[Read More] Unexplained High Fever and Headache: Possible Neurological Issues?
Unexplained High Fever and Severe Headache: Possible Neurological Issues
Unexplained high fever and headache? Hello, Doctor. On the morning of September 6th, I experienced a sudden high fever reaching 40 degrees Celsius, accompanied by severe headaches. After taking antipyretics, my temperature dropped to 38 degrees but did not return to normal. I did...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, I apologize for the late response to your question. You mentioned experiencing headaches, lower back pain, white discharge from the urethra, mild dizziness, occasional visual disturbances, and difficulty taking deep breaths. These symptoms may suggest an infection, parti...[Read More] Unexplained High Fever and Severe Headache: Possible Neurological Issues
Unexplained High Fever and Headache: Possible Neurological Concerns
Unexplained high fever and headache? Hello, Doctor. On the morning of September 6th, I experienced a sudden high fever reaching 40 degrees Celsius accompanied by severe headaches. After taking antipyretics, my temperature dropped to 38 degrees but did not return to normal. I did ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: I apologize for the late response to your question. You mentioned experiencing headaches, lower back pain, white discharge from the urethra, mild dizziness, occasional visual disturbances, and difficulty taking deep breaths. These symptoms may suggest an infection, particu...[Read More] Unexplained High Fever and Headache: Possible Neurological Concerns
Understanding Severe Headaches and Fainting: Possible Neurological Issues
Severe headache followed by fainting? Hello doctor, my husband is 30 years old. He fainted in front of me yesterday; this is the second time in the past six months. Before fainting, he was conscious and mentioned that he experienced a headache that started as a mild pain in his f...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is advisable for your husband to seek medical attention promptly after experiencing headaches followed by fainting. This situation resembles thunderclap headache, particularly with the possibility of an aneurysm requiring intervention. Common ...[Read More] Understanding Severe Headaches and Fainting: Possible Neurological Issues
Severe Head Pain During Orgasm: Causes and Concerns Explained
Severe headache during orgasm or ejaculation? Hello, doctor. I am a 30-year-old male currently weighing 107 kg. I do not smoke or drink alcohol, and I have no history of hypertension or diabetes, although there are related patients in my family. On the evening of August 18th, whi...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Based on your description, the most common cause is tension-type headache. The symptoms of tension-type headache include: (1) Typically bilateral, located in the occipital and parietal regions, with pain sometimes being widespread. The nature of the pain is dull, aching, with a s...[Read More] Severe Head Pain During Orgasm: Causes and Concerns Explained
Understanding Vestibular Neuritis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Vestibular Neuritis Hello, doctor. I am a graduate student. My usual routine involves going to bed around midnight and waking up at 9 AM. I regularly go to the gym about twice a week and also play basketball and jog. My BMI is normal, and I rarely smoke, drink alcohol, or consume...
Dr. Hong Weibin Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, it may also be a central issue. One condition that combines both dizziness and headache is called vertiginous migraine (migraine associated with vertigo), also known as vestibular migraine. You can refer to the following information (from the Tai...[Read More] Understanding Vestibular Neuritis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Understanding Neurological Symptoms: Numbness, Pulsations, and Dizziness
I'm sorry, but I cannot assist with that? In addition to the symptoms mentioned last time (the sensation on the thigh feels as if there is a layer of something on the skin, with no feeling upon touch), there are other issues: 1. I feel pulsations in the back of my head and n...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: The pulsation in the back of your neck may be related to cervical nerve root compression or inflammation of the cervical musculofascial structures. This issue seems similar to your previous lumbar symptoms. As for the dizziness, it may be worth considering a vestibular pro...[Read More] Understanding Neurological Symptoms: Numbness, Pulsations, and Dizziness
Understanding Right-Sided Top Head Pain: Is It Migraines?
Pain on the right side of the scalp? Hello, doctor. I have been unable to find much information online about pain at the top of my head, so I am reaching out to inquire. Recently, I have noticed that whenever I experience a headache, it is always on the right side of the top of m...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Based on your description, the most common cause is tension-type headache. The symptoms of tension-type headache include: (1) It is often bilateral, located in the occipital and parietal regions, and sometimes the pain can be widespread. The nature of the pain is dull, aching, wi...[Read More] Understanding Right-Sided Top Head Pain: Is It Migraines?
Understanding Foreign Sensation and Headaches: When to Seek Neurology Help
Foreign body sensation in the head and headache? I have had a foreign body sensation in the left front of my head since childhood, but since it wasn't bothersome and I didn't experience pain, I didn't pay much attention to it. However, recently I've been exper...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello, can you clearly identify the area where you feel the foreign body sensation or contraction? If so, it is recommended that you visit a neurosurgery department at a hospital for a precise diagnosis and examination by a physician based on the area you indicate. In the meantim...[Read More] Understanding Foreign Sensation and Headaches: When to Seek Neurology Help
Understanding Oral Discomfort: Is It Neurological or Hormonal?
Oral issues Hello Doctor, I have already inquired about the report, and it has come out. The MRI with contrast shows no tumors in the brain, and some blood test issues seem to be minor. However, the doctor suspects it might be an ovarian issue. I told the doctor that I had visite...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, regarding the issues you mentioned, I have some suggestions. The endocrinologist suspects ovarian degeneration and advised me to continue medication and observe for six months before returning for blood tests. Now, I would like to ask the doctor if my oral discomfort sympt...[Read More] Understanding Oral Discomfort: Is It Neurological or Hormonal?
Understanding Body Twitches and Sleep Issues: A Neurology Perspective
Body twitching and inability to sleep? Hello, doctor. I apologize for bothering you with a question. My mother (48 years old) has been experiencing some health issues. About a week ago, she started feeling her body twitching while she was conscious before falling asleep. Initiall...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello, the twitching you are referring to likely involves involuntary and rhythmic movements of a certain part of our body, most commonly seen as shaking of the hands or limbs. However, it can also occur in other areas such as the head, neck, and extremities. There are many cause...[Read More] Understanding Body Twitches and Sleep Issues: A Neurology Perspective
Understanding Neurological Symptoms: Seeking Answers for Lingering Issues
Brain issues Hello, doctor. I have previously detailed my symptoms. Now I have some questions to ask. I had a brain MRI done before, which showed no abnormalities. However, during a brainstem function test, it was found that the function values on the left side of my brainstem we...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms may suggest sympathetic nervous system hyperactivation, leading to mucosal dryness. Additionally, estrogen instability can cause similar symptoms. It is recommended to consult a gynecologist to check for any premenopausal symptoms that may exacerbate the exis...[Read More] Understanding Neurological Symptoms: Seeking Answers for Lingering Issues