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Understanding Concussions: Symptoms, Recovery Time, and Care Tips

About concussions? Hello, doctor. Last Thursday, I was riding my motorcycle and collided with a 24-year-old woman. She was taken to the emergency room, where there was no external bleeding observed. After an X-ray, the emergency physician indicated that there were no internal ble...


Dr. Lai Lunxiang Reply:
Hello, I apologize, but for issues related to head trauma and similar problems, neurosurgery is the specialty that deals with these cases. Patients with such conditions are typically treated by neurosurgeons, while neurologists have less experience in this area. Therefore, please...

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Understanding Dizziness vs. Vertigo: When to Seek Medical Help

Is it dizziness or lightheadedness? Hello Doctor: Recently, my sleep quality has been very poor, and I often have dreams, which leads to severe headaches upon waking, along with dizziness and an inability to concentrate, resulting in extremely low work efficiency. The headaches c...


Dr. Lai Lunxiang Reply:
Hello! 1. First, the sleep issues need to be addressed. 2. Please visit a neurologist for evaluation, as it may be tension-type headache combined with anxiety disorder. Thank you!

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Understanding Persistent Headaches and Dizziness: Insights from Neurology

Please ask your question? Hello Director Yeh, I have symptoms similar to my sister, frequently experiencing dizziness and headaches, along with poor sleep quality. After receiving treatment and advice, I have seen significant improvement; however, I still tend to have headaches ...


Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
1. Thank you for your encouragement. 2. Maintaining a normal daily routine, a balanced diet, and engaging in appropriate exercise to keep a positive mood are essential methods for maintaining physical health. 3. Your sister's dizziness, headaches, and poor sleep are rela...

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Understanding Chronic Headaches: When to Seek Neurological Help

Frequent headaches? Whenever I sleep too long or too little, I experience severe throbbing pain from my temples to the back of my head, along with nausea. The symptoms usually last for about five to six hours or can be alleviated with pain relievers. This phenomenon has been ongo...


Dr. Lai Lunxiang Reply:
Hello, regarding your description, there are many items that need clarification. I recommend that you consult a physician.

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Understanding Persistent Pain in the Back of Your Head: Causes and Solutions

Headache issues? I have been experiencing discomfort or pain in the back of my head for several days, especially when I touch the area at the back of my neck. What could be the cause of this?


Dr. Cao Wenlong Reply:
Hello: A muscle strain in the posterior neck can cause headaches or dizziness when turning the head, as it pulls on the affected muscles. It is important to maintain proper posture; lying down while watching TV or reading is not a correct posture. Cao Wenlong

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Head Injury After Cheerleading: Symptoms and Treatment Guidance

Head trauma I have a female classmate who, on February 17, was practicing cheerleading and was thrown high into the air, falling from approximately the height of one to two stories onto a gravel surface, impacting her head. At that time, she went to Yang Ming Hospital for an X-ra...


Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Three weeks have passed since the head injury occurred on February 17, and the swelling and pain should gradually improve. If there is intracranial bleeding, symptoms such as weakness in the limbs or vomiting may also be present. For managing the swelling and pain, cold compresse...

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Morning Headaches: Understanding Causes and Solutions for Your Health

Waking up with a headache? Hello, I have a question for Dr. Lai. My mother is in her fifties and often experiences headaches in the morning upon waking. Sometimes the pain subsides after she gets out of bed and walks around for a while, but other times she needs to take medicatio...


Dr. Lai Lunxiang Reply:
Hello! Based on your description, I believe that: 1. The quantity and quality of sleep are important. 2. There may be excessive exercise and insufficient rest time. Thank you!

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Persistent Headaches and Dizziness: When to Seek Further Medical Evaluation

Headache Since high school, I have frequently experienced dizziness, feeling pressure when looking at things and hearing sounds. During high school, I underwent a sleep EEG and consulted an otolaryngologist, both of which reported normal results. However, the dizziness persisted ...


Dr. Lai Lunxiang Reply:
Hello! 1. If you have something on your head, please consult a surgeon. 2. Dizziness accompanied by a thumping sound in the ears, in my opinion from a Western medicine perspective, may be caused by anxiety and poor blood circulation in the ear. If you don't mind, please come...

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Understanding Why Toddlers Hit Their Heads: A Neurological Perspective

Children love to hit their heads? Hello, Doctor: My child is currently one year and seven months old, and I have noticed that he really enjoys hitting his head, and he does it quite forcefully. He hits his head while I hold him, and even when he is playing by himself. I have told...


Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Please take the child to a pediatrician for an examination (preferably a pediatric neurologist) to determine whether the "neck hitting" is simply a behavioral expression or due to other reasons such as headaches, etc.

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Understanding Arteriovenous Malformations: A Case Study in Neurology

Arteriovenous malformation (AVM) supplement? Symptoms: Left thalamic arteriovenous malformation with associated intracranial hemorrhage (as per the diagnosis on the medical certificate). Duration: Hospitalized for treatment from April 27, 1993, to discharge on May 10, 1993; readm...


Dr. Cao Wenlong Reply:
The content received via email indicates that the patient is a 27-year-old female who underwent gamma knife stereotactic surgery for a left thalamic arteriovenous malformation nine years ago. On April 7, 1993, she experienced bleeding, and clinical symptoms suggest that there has...

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Understanding Tinnitus-Related Headaches: Causes and Solutions

Tinnitus causing headaches? Hello, Doctor: Last September, I experienced slight tinnitus while landing on a flight. However, since October, every time I fly and the plane is about to land, I experience tinnitus that is painful—not just ordinary pain—and I also feel pain in the ba...


Dr. Lai Lunxiang Reply:
Hello! I personally believe: 1. Please visit an otolaryngologist for an examination. 2. Please donate blood regularly. Thank you!

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Understanding Forehead Twitches: Causes and Connections to Headaches

The forehead may twitch similarly to an eyelid twitch? Hello: Recently, I have been experiencing twitching in the middle of my forehead near the hairline (between my eyes). It feels similar to an eyelid twitch. I am unsure what the cause is and whether it is related to anything e...


Dr. Lai Lunxiang Reply:
Hello! I believe that the situation you described in the second paragraph points out the symptoms you are experiencing. I think that the first and second paragraphs are the same, and addressing the stress related to the underlying causes can help alleviate the symptoms. Thank you...

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Understanding Facial Nerve Disorders: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options

Facial nerve dysfunction issues? Hello, Director! I would like to consult you about the issue of facial nerve dysfunction. I often experience involuntary eyebrow twitching or eyelid spasms, which lead to frequent headaches and eye fatigue. At times, it becomes severe enough to ca...


Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Occasional tics are nothing to worry about. The speed of speech is related to personality and mood; try self-adjusting and relaxing to see if it improves. If there is still no improvement, a visit to the clinic is necessary to check for other issues, such as hyperthyroidism, amon...

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Understanding Arteriovenous Malformations: A Unique Case Study

Arteriovenous malformation (AVM) Hello: The patient is a 27-year-old female who underwent Gamma Knife treatment nine years ago and had a normal recovery. Last April, she was hospitalized due to headaches, and imaging revealed a deep hemorrhage located in the medulla oblongata, ap...


Dr. Cao Wenlong Reply:
Diagnosis: Arteriovenous Malformation History: 1. 27-year-old female. Underwent Gamma Knife treatment 9 years ago. 2. Last year (April '93?), experienced a hemorrhage in the medulla oblongata approximately 4 cm in size. 3. In November '93, underwent V-P Shunt (ventric...

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Persistent Eyelid Twitching: Should You Worry About Neurological Issues?

Eyelid twitching for more than two months? Hello Doctor, for the past two months, my left eyelid has been twitching continuously, at least ten times a day, with each episode lasting about ten seconds. I previously underwent an MRI due to severe headaches, but the doctor said my M...


Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Eyelid twitching is caused by unstable nerves related to headaches, and it usually resolves on its own. However, if the symptoms persist, please consult a neurologist to rule out other causes (MRI may not reveal anything).

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Understanding Transient Left-Sided Paralysis: Causes and Concerns

Left-sided paralysis? Hello, doctor. When I was in elementary school, I experienced a brief episode of left-sided paralysis. The paralysis would resolve on its own after a few minutes, and I also experienced numbness in the left side of my face and tongue. I only remember three s...


Dr. Lai Lunxiang Reply:
Hello, I believe you have 1. tension-type headache and 2. anxiety disorder. Please visit the hospital's psychiatry or neurology department for consultation. Thank you!

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Chronic Headaches: When to See a Neurologist for Relief

Headache issues Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you some questions. I have been experiencing headaches for several years now. Each time, the pain starts from my neck and moves upward, and sometimes it only affects the left side of my head. I cannot feel better without taking p...


Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Yes, if the neck pain persists, please visit a neurology clinic for a clinical examination, after which it can be determined whether further testing is necessary.

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Managing Dizziness: Medication Duration and Lifestyle Tips for Relief

Dizziness Dr. Yeh: Hello! In the past, I sought treatment for dizziness and was diagnosed with tension-type headaches. I underwent blood tests and took Ferrum Hausmann along with some muscle relaxants. Although there are occasional recurrences, my condition is generally stable. I...


Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
The use of iron supplements is due to iron deficiency anemia. Emotional management requires enhanced training; if emotional control improves, medication can be reduced. Follow-up in the outpatient clinic can be done in one month.

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Common Neurology Questions: Xanax Use, Exercise Recommendations, and Headache Relief

Question Hello Dr. Yeh, I have a few questions to ask: 1. Is it possible to increase the dosage of Xanax from once a day at bedtime to twice a day for better sleep? 2. For individuals who generally exercise less, what type of exercise would you recommend as suitable for begi...


Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
1. Using Xanax during the day may cause drowsiness. 2. You can start with hiking and gymnastics, gradually increasing the intensity. 3. Headaches and dizziness may not necessarily respond to heat therapy.

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Understanding Neck Pain and Headaches: Causes and Solutions

Cervical pain and headache? Cervical pain is an old issue for me, and the pain usually radiates to the area near my temples, which is quite bothersome. These symptoms occur during times of high stress or after exercise. Could this be related to blood circulation or blood pressure...


Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
In a 21-year-old young woman, the most common cause of neck pain is tendonitis, which can result from overexertion or lack of exercise. Applying heat and increasing physical activity can help improve the condition, and it is unlikely to have a direct relationship with blood circu...

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