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Can I Get Vaccinated with Cervical Nerve Compression and Mitral Valve Prolapse?

Cervical nerve compression Hello, I am 42 years old and have recently discovered that cervical spine compression is causing numbness and tingling in my hands and feet. I am currently taking medication (B12 and a nerve stabilizer) and undergoing rehabilitation (heat therapy, elect...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Hsiao-Chen, You mentioned cervical nerve root compression and mitral valve insufficiency. Neither of these conditions is a contraindication for receiving the COVID-19 vaccine. The reactions that may occur after vaccination are mostly mild and include pain and swelling a...

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Understanding Nerve Issues: Numbness and Urinary Problems After Vaccination

Numbness in the feet and urinary issues? Hello Dr. Jiang, Recently, I have been experiencing numbness in my left foot and difficulty urinating. After undergoing several tests at the hospital, I was informed that my health is generally good. An MRI revealed inflammation near the ...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: You mentioned that "MRI showed inflammation near the 11th and 12th vertebrae, and tests indicated low levels of B12 and folate. You informed your physician that you received the third dose of the Moderna vaccine on February 18, and the hospital indicated that vaccine ...

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Unexplained Weakness and Tremors in Children: A Neurological Concern

Unable to walk, feeling weak? Your question: A child was hospitalized due to severe abdominal pain and a Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection. The next day, they began experiencing continuous tremors in their hands and feet, generalized weakness, and shortness of breath. They have bee...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: You mentioned, "It has been 14 days, the cerebrospinal fluid has been tested and there are no issues, all necessary examinations have been conducted, and the symptoms remain the same. What other tests should be done?" In this case, it may be advisable to consult ...

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Unexplained Tremors and Weakness in Children: A Neurological Concern

Continuous shaking of the limbs (weakness in the extremities), headache, and difficulty breathing? The child was hospitalized due to severe abdominal pain and a cough caused by a mycoplasma infection. Starting the next day, they experienced continuous tremors in their hands and f...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: You mentioned "Mycoplasma infection, which led to hospitalization, and starting the next day, there has been continuous trembling of the hands and feet, general weakness, and difficulty breathing." Some species of mycoplasma can potentially affect the nervous sys...

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Is Your Nerve Healing Properly After Surgery? Understanding Recovery Challenges

The nerves did not grow in the correct position? Hello Doctor, I underwent ulnar nerve decompression injection on my right arm in mid-August last year. The next day, I noticed pain in the skin on the ulnar side of my forearm near the elbow when performing movements such as raisin...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Sir: You mentioned that "the discovery of diminished touch sensation in the surrounding skin seems to induce a feeling of recovery, as if the nerves are not growing in the correct position. Currently, that area of skin still has abnormal sensations and numbness... but...

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Understanding Facial Twitches: When to Seek Medical Advice

Facial twitching? The right upper eyelid has been twitching at the outer edge, and occasionally the left corner of the mouth twitches as well. The frequency is irregular and not frequent (about once or twice a week), but it has persisted for approximately two months. I became awa...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Miss Ai, You mentioned "twitching at the end of the right upper eyelid, and occasionally at the left corner of the mouth, with an irregular and infrequent frequency." Eyelid movements are controlled by the facial nerve. If the eyelid is twitching continuously, the...

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Can You Get Vaccinated After Facial Nerve Paralysis? Expert Insights

Can a person who has had facial nerve paralysis receive a vaccine? In early 2019, I experienced stiffness on the right side of my face, could not close my right eye, and my mouth was slightly crooked. After receiving injections, medication, heat therapy, and facial exercises, my ...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Hsiao-Mi, You mentioned, "Given my current situation, can I get vaccinated? Which vaccine should I choose? How should I decide? If I cannot get vaccinated, are there any other protective injections I can receive? I am hesitant to get vaccinated due to the side effe...

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Can You Get Vaccinated After Facial Nerve Paralysis? Expert Insights

Can a person who has had facial nerve paralysis receive a vaccine? In early 2019, I experienced stiffness on the right side of my face, with my eye unable to close and my mouth slightly drooping. After receiving injections, medication, heat therapy, and facial exercises, my condi...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Hsiao Mi, In light of the recent surge in COVID-19 cases, please ensure to implement self-protection measures, including cleaning and disinfection, before and after seeking medical care, and adhere to the new preventive lifestyle. It is recommended to complete the two ...

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Can You Get Vaccinated After Facial Nerve Paralysis? Expert Insights

Can someone who has had facial nerve paralysis receive a vaccine? In early 2019, I experienced stiffness on the right side of my face, which made it difficult to close my eye and caused my mouth to appear slightly crooked. After receiving injections, medication, heat therapy, and...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Ms. Hsiao-Mi: "Having a history of facial nerve palsy" is not a contraindication for vaccination. In the outpatient clinic, many patients with this condition have already received two doses of the vaccine (including AZ, BNT, and Medigen), and none have reported a...

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Understanding Nerve Sensations After Injections: Causes and Concerns

Numbness in the leg after an injection? Hello, doctor. A neurosurgeon administered glucose prolotherapy to me, injecting it into the back of my knee. During the injection, it stimulated a nerve, causing my calf to go numb all the way to the sole of my foot. I reported this to the...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Ms. Mi: You mentioned that "it only takes about 30 seconds to trim my toenails while bending my knees, and when I stretch my legs, I feel a tingling sensation in the soles of my feet." Your symptoms seem to be posture-related, and it may be worth considering perip...

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Exploring Treatment Options for Infection-Induced Dystonia

Involuntary muscle tone abnormalities caused by infection? Hello, I would like to ask the doctor. I have dystonia and suspect that it may have been triggered by an infection a month ago. Are there any treatment options specifically targeting the infection as a cause? (Referring t...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Tsai, You mentioned "hypotonia, suspected to be related to an infection one month prior." This is typically due to post-infectious dysfunction of the basal ganglia. Generally, your physician should have already conducted tests for common infectious agents such...

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Understanding Ankle Pain: Causes and Solutions for Flat Feet

Pain above the ankle? There is a slight pain above the inner side of the left ankle when walking, and pressing on the area causes discomfort, although the range is not extensive. I have flat feet and have been hiking frequently lately.


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Mr. A-Kuo, You mentioned that there is a slight pain above the inner side of your left ankle when walking, which may indicate localized tendonitis. It is important to promote recovery from the inflammation of the injured tendon and to prevent adhesions of the tendon sheath....

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Understanding the Differences Between Migraine and Intracranial Hypertension Headaches

I would like to know the difference between migraine and intracranial hypertension headache? Hello, I would like to inquire about my hospitalization this year due to headaches. The attending physician suspected I have migraines. Initially, they treated me with intracranial pressu...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Miss: You mentioned that "you were awakened by severe pain in the right occipital region in the early morning," which may need to be considered due to carbon dioxide accumulation causing vasodilation in the brain, leading to increased intracranial pressure. The d...

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Persistent Headaches: Seeking Effective Treatment Solutions

The treatment for headaches has not been effective in achieving a cure? Hello, I rarely experience headaches, and when I do, they usually resolve after a good night's sleep. However, this time, I woke up with persistent headaches that did not improve. Therefore, I consulted ...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Miss: You mentioned that "I only have a headache, and the doctor measured my ear temperature at 37.4°C, determining that the headache is caused by inflammation in the body. I was treated with injections and medication. During the treatment, I experienced improvement ...

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Understanding Eyelid Twitching: When to Seek Neurological Evaluation

Eyelid twitching? Hello doctor, my left lower eyelid has been twitching for over a month. I consulted an ophthalmologist who confirmed that my eyes are normal and there are no issues. The twitching frequency varies, and it doesn't cause my entire eye to close, nor do other a...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Miss Jill, You mentioned "twitching of the lower left eyelid." Generally, eyelid movements are controlled by the facial nerve. If the eyelid is twitching continuously, the physician will first carefully observe the patient's face. If, aside from the eyelid, n...

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Understanding Limb Nerve Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Intermittent neuropathic pain in the limbs? Hello Dr. Jiang: Since early September this year, one night I suddenly experienced sharp pain in my thigh nerves while sleeping. A few days later, the frequency of these sharp pains increased, but they only last for a few seconds. The...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Ms. Li, You mentioned symptoms such as "a sensation of heat, pain in the limbs, numbness, tingling, and weakness," which are less characteristic of myofascial inflammation. It may be more appropriate to consider symptoms related to nerve inflammation. I recommend...

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Understanding Eyelid Twitching: Causes, Treatments, and Concerns

Right eyelid twitching? Doctor, my right upper or lower eyelid has been twitching for about three weeks (the upper eyelid twitches several times a day, while the lower eyelid twitches continuously for a few hours and then stops). 1. The twitching is only in my right eyelid; there...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Miss Xiao Fen, You mentioned eyelid twitching, which is typically related to peripheral nerve issues. If it were a brain tumor, there would generally be additional symptoms related to dysfunction in nearby brain tissue. Eyelid movement is controlled by the facial nerve; if ...

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Should You See a Doctor for Persistent Injection Pain?

The injection site may be painful? Hello doctor, two weeks ago I received an endoscopy and was given medication to prevent gastric spasms in my left arm. However, I still experience some pain occasionally. Should I see a doctor? If so, which specialist would be best to consult? T...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Miss: If your pain is at the injection site, it may be necessary to consider the possibility of local inflammation. If it has been more than a week, you can apply local heat to increase tissue circulation. If you are concerned about a potential local infection, you may wan...

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Understanding Eye Twitching: Causes and When to Seek Help

Left eyelid twitching or spasms? Hello Dr. Jiang, Since July of last year, I have been experiencing twitching in my left lower eyelid. Initially, it was just the eyelid twitching, but it later developed into a pulling sensation in the skin around my left eye. I have consulted th...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Mr. Chang: Your symptoms may suggest blepharospasm. The majority of cases have unknown causes, and it is more common in females, approximately three times more than in males. Common causes include dry eye syndrome, high levels of stress, eye inflammation, light sensitivity,...

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Post-Surgery Numbness in Hand: Causes and Solutions Explained

Numbness in the hand after removal of wrist internal fixation plate? Hello Doctor: At the end of March, I dislocated my right wrist due to a fall. The doctor initially said surgery wasn't necessary, but since I arrived too late and the dislocation was significant, I underwen...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Miss: Your symptoms may suggest compression of the median nerve in your right hand. The median nerve passes through the wrist, traversing the "carpal tunnel" formed by the carpal bones and ligaments, and is subjected to pressure from the ligament located above th...

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