Understanding Neurological Symptoms After Eating Undercooked Crab
Brain issues, neck issues, infection issues? About 3.4 weeks ago, I ate an undercooked crab. A few hours after eating, I developed a headache. The next day, I woke up feeling dizzy, and during the first week, I experienced nausea and tingling in my scalp. I then visited a neurolo...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: You mentioned brain parasites, which should be quite rare in Taiwan. However, if you travel to other countries and consume undercooked food, you may become infected. For example, in the country where I am currently serving (Eswatini, Africa), traces of certain brain parasi...[Read More] Understanding Neurological Symptoms After Eating Undercooked Crab
Could Head Symptoms Indicate a More Serious Condition Like a Tumor?
Is it possible that there is a more serious issue, such as a tumor? Head – When experiencing dizziness, it feels like a heavy, fleeting sensation. Sometimes there is blurred vision and intermittent headaches that are not severe, more like a throbbing pain, with a dull, tight sens...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: I'm not sure if your intraocular pressure is elevated. If there is a difference between your two eyes, it may be worth considering the possibility of glaucoma. Additionally, your symptoms cannot rule out vascular headaches such as migraines, although they are less com...[Read More] Could Head Symptoms Indicate a More Serious Condition Like a Tumor?
Is Waking Up at Night with Head Pain a Sign of Brain Tumor?
Waking up in the middle of the night due to pain is not necessarily indicative of a brain tumor? Last night, I experienced a dull headache before going to bed, and I was awakened by the pain around 5 AM. I took some pain relievers, and after one or two hours, the pain subsided. I...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
According to your description, the likelihood of a brain tumor causing headaches is relatively low, and the pain tends to worsen over time. Given your age, the more common causes are tension-type headaches or migraines. The symptoms of tension-type headaches are typically bilater...[Read More] Is Waking Up at Night with Head Pain a Sign of Brain Tumor?
Understanding Headaches and Numbness: Which Specialist to See?
Head numbness and headache? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing headaches for the past six months. Sometimes they feel like sharp pains, other times they are more of a pressure pain, with no fixed pattern or location. Additionally, I have numbness in my head and face, and my e...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Regarding the issue of high intraocular pressure, you can visit an ophthalmologist to measure your eye pressure, which can help rule out the problem of elevated intraocular pressure. As for the headache, it is advisable to first rule out migraine-related issues. Symptoms o...[Read More] Understanding Headaches and Numbness: Which Specialist to See?
Jaw Injury: Headaches, Nausea, and Possible Concussion Symptoms
Hit on the chin, headache, and nausea? A few days ago, I bumped my chin against someone's shoulder while playing basketball. There were no external injuries, but the impact was quite strong. At the time, I did not lose consciousness or experience confusion. However, afterwar...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Head trauma with the following medical history is usually more severe and requires further head CT examination: – Vomiting 2 times or more – Age over 65 years or under 2 years – Drug or alcohol overdose – Persistent severe diffuse headache – Loss of consciousness for more ...[Read More] Jaw Injury: Headaches, Nausea, and Possible Concussion Symptoms
Is Neck Cracking During Rotation Normal? Understanding Your Symptoms
Cervical rotation exercises produce cracking or popping sounds? Hello, Doctor. For the past couple of days, I've been experiencing tight pain in the left occipital region, and my neck and shoulders seem quite stiff. Therefore, I did some neck rotation exercises (similar to w...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: The sounds you mentioned are primarily due to friction occurring between the joint surfaces, the cartilage pads, and the tendons and joint capsule during joint movement. In most individuals, these sounds are not prominent, while in some, they may be more noticeable. If the...[Read More] Is Neck Cracking During Rotation Normal? Understanding Your Symptoms
Understanding Pulsating Head Sensations: When to See a Neurologist
The head may feel pulsating? Hello doctor, I started experiencing ear fullness about a month ago, followed by tinnitus. The noise from the tinnitus is really loud, and I can only sleep until around two or three in the morning. Then I began to have dizziness with a sensation of sp...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Based on your description, your dizziness symptoms may suggest Meniere's disease, which is characterized by recurrent episodes of vertigo accompanied by tinnitus or hearing loss. During episodes, resting and using some antihistamine anti-vertigo medications along with anxiol...[Read More] Understanding Pulsating Head Sensations: When to See a Neurologist
Understanding Persistent Dizziness: Causes and Solutions for Your Symptoms
Feeling dizzy and bloated every day? Hello Dr. Jiang: About two years ago, I experienced similar symptoms where I felt dizzy every day, especially when moving or turning my neck, and even while chewing food. Although I felt dizzy, it wasn't severe enough to cause nausea or v...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) should be considered first. The characteristic symptoms include brief episodes of dizziness related to changes in head position, such as bending over, tilting back, lying down, getting up, rolling over,...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Dizziness: Causes and Solutions for Your Symptoms
Does Drinking Tea Affect EEG Results for Headache Diagnosis?
Headache examination? Doctor, I had an EEG last month due to headaches, but I took a small sip of tea before the test. The results indicated no issues, but I'm a bit concerned whether that could have affected the results, such as the presence of a tumor.
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Brain waves are more easily affected by sleeping pills and hypoglycemia. Additionally, lack of sleep can also significantly impact the pattern of brain waves. As for brain tumors, more precise examinations are not primarily based on brain waves. Typically, brain imaging su...[Read More] Does Drinking Tea Affect EEG Results for Headache Diagnosis?
Understanding Facial Nerve Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Facial nerve neuralgia I have already consulted both an otolaryngologist and a dentist, and no abnormalities were found. Currently, I am continuing to take anti-inflammatory pain medication and muscle relaxants prescribed by a neurologist (three times a day). I can close my eyes ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your neuropathic pain is likely trigeminal neuralgia, which is more common in women and typically occurs in adults around the age of 50. There are many causes, most commonly due to compression of the trigeminal nerve by vascular structures as it exits the brainstem. Other ...[Read More] Understanding Facial Nerve Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Post-Workout Headaches: When to Seek Medical Attention
Headache after holding your breath during weight training? Hello doctor, I usually have a habit of working out at the gym. A week ago, during weight training, I neglected to adjust my breathing and held my breath, which resulted in pain in the back of my head. I took a break imme...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: If you have localized pain points, you may want to consider cervical myofascial pain syndrome. Clinically, it often presents as pain at the site of onset, discomfort, muscle stiffness, or a heavy pressure sensation, and sometimes palpable myofascial trigger points can be f...[Read More] Post-Workout Headaches: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Dizziness and Neck Pain After Chiropractic Adjustment
Dizziness, headache, and cervical spine tenderness? Hello, doctor. A week ago, I had my cervical spine adjusted, and about twenty minutes later, I experienced symptoms of dizziness. Concerned about the possibility of vertebral artery dissection, I underwent a CTA (with contrast),...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, regarding the tender points in the cervical spine, myofascial pain syndrome should be considered first. Symptoms may include pain, discomfort, muscle stiffness, or a heavy sensation. If a nerve is compressed, neurological symptoms such as numbness and altered temperature s...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness and Neck Pain After Chiropractic Adjustment
Understanding Right-Sided Neck and Head Pain: Is It a Stroke Warning?
Tightness in the right posterior part of the head, along with shoulder and neck pain, which is also causing discomfort in the eyes? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you a question. My husband is 40 years old and works in a physically demanding job. He has a smoking habit and ha...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your husband is a smoker, which places him in a high-risk group for stroke. If he experiences sudden neurological deficits such as unilateral limb weakness or slurred speech, cerebrovascular disease should be the first consideration. Other causes of limb pain, such as cerv...[Read More] Understanding Right-Sided Neck and Head Pain: Is It a Stroke Warning?
Chronic Headache for Over a Month: Possible Causes and Solutions
Headache lasting more than one month? Hello doctor, on August 14, I had sashimi and other raw foods. On the morning of August 16, I started experiencing sharp pain in the left back of my head, which came in waves. A couple of days later, I developed cold symptoms, including a sor...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Based on your description, the most common cause is tension-type headache. The recurrent pain may be due to significant temperature fluctuations recently, which have led to many individuals experiencing repeated viral infections. The symptoms of tension-type headache include: (1)...[Read More] Chronic Headache for Over a Month: Possible Causes and Solutions
Unraveling the Mystery of Unexplained Neurological Symptoms
Unknown etiology? Around June 14, I suddenly experienced a jolt of dizziness, the kind that made it hard to stand, but it was not accompanied by headaches or nausea. I thought it was just due to lack of sleep, as I had been under a lot of stress from final exams and had hardly ea...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Student Chang: You have done a lot of homework, which is impressive. Myofascial pain syndrome in the neck should be considered first. Symptoms may include pain, discomfort, muscle stiffness, or a heavy sensation. Symptoms may worsen with changes in weather and can be allev...[Read More] Unraveling the Mystery of Unexplained Neurological Symptoms
Understanding Occipital Pain: Could Throat Issues Be the Cause?
Pain in the right occipital region of the brain? Hello Doctor: A few weeks ago, I had a sore under my tongue and a painful throat, which made it extremely difficult to eat and drink because swallowing was very painful. However, I had to force myself to eat, and during that time, ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: The most common cause of left-sided neck pain is cervical myofascial pain. If a vertebral artery dissection occurs, it can cause severe pain near the posterior neck close to the occipital region due to the vascular dissection. Sometimes, the pain may radiate to the neck, j...[Read More] Understanding Occipital Pain: Could Throat Issues Be the Cause?
Understanding Headaches While Chewing: Possible Causes and Solutions
Headache while chewing? I have never experienced headaches before, but over the past few days, I have been feeling pain in my right temple while chewing. Previously, I had a suspected esophageal burn due to medication, but I did not seek medical attention while abroad and only to...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, the common cause of left temporal pain is the symptoms associated with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction. Patients typically report the following: pain in front of the ear (joint), facial soreness, temporal soreness, and shoulder and neck discomfort. When TMJ dysfu...[Read More] Understanding Headaches While Chewing: Possible Causes and Solutions
Understanding Headaches and Dizziness: When to Seek Neurological Care
Headache can suddenly make you feel faint? Hello Doctor, I experience headaches due to poor air circulation or fatigue, which can last all day and usually resolve after a night's sleep, so I haven't sought medical attention. However, recently I've started to experi...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, your symptoms are more indicative of tension-type headache. The causes of this headache are currently believed to be related to non-physiological work postures, mental stress, or other factors leading to prolonged muscle contraction, such as lack of rest or sleep, and main...[Read More] Understanding Headaches and Dizziness: When to Seek Neurological Care
Understanding Headaches and Dizziness: When to Seek Medical Attention
Headache so severe that it prevents sleep? Hello, doctor. Sometimes when I stand up quickly, I feel dizzy, and a few times I even see spots in front of my eyes. I thought it was due to anemia, so I didn't pay much attention to it. However, last night when I lay down, I exper...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, you are experiencing both postural dizziness and tension-type headaches. Numerous factors can cause dizziness, such as anemia, autonomic dysfunction, and inner ear imbalance. It is essential to rule out anemia or dehydration, which can lead to in...[Read More] Understanding Headaches and Dizziness: When to Seek Medical Attention
Trigeminal Neuralgia or Migraine: Understanding Your Facial Pain
Trigeminal neuralgia or migraine? Hello doctor, I started having a cold at the end of June, which developed into sinusitis, but by the end of July, I had mostly recovered. However, I have been experiencing several issues since then. Every morning, I feel a sense of fullness in my...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: The branches of the trigeminal nerve are distributed from top to bottom in the forehead, cheeks, and chin. Trigeminal neuralgia often occurs in the areas innervated by its lower two branches, with a lower incidence in the region of the first branch. Additionally, trigemina...[Read More] Trigeminal Neuralgia or Migraine: Understanding Your Facial Pain