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Causes and Treatments for Left Hand Finger Tingling: What You Need to Know

Numbness in the fingertips of the left hand? Recently, I've been experiencing numbness in the fingertips of my index finger, middle finger, and ring finger on my left hand. I would like to confirm the cause and whether I need treatment.


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms may suggest carpal tunnel syndrome. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the median nerve, which runs through the wrist, is compressed by the ligament located above it as it passes through the "carpal tunnel" formed by the carpal bones and ligaments. ...

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Understanding Numbness and Pain in Limbs: A Neurological Perspective

Numbness in the limbs? Since I woke up last Friday morning (I usually sleep on my left side and mostly sit during work hours), it has been four days. When I walk, I feel pain in my legs, particularly behind my knees, which worsens with bending my legs. The pain is more pronounced...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, it may be necessary to consider spinal-related diseases. Excessive force during neck rotation and other external factors may lead to cervical instability, dislocation, and cervical disc herniation. Typical symptoms of lumbar nerve root pathology ...

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Understanding Weakness in the First Finger Joint: Causes and Concerns

Weakness in the first phalanx of the left hand? Hello, I sometimes feel weakness in the first phalanx of my left index finger when pressing down, usually occurring at night, and it feels better after I wake up. My left thumb and middle finger have also experienced this once; my r...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms seem to be located in the joints of your hand. It may be necessary to consider issues related to the muscles and tendons. I recommend discussing further examinations with your attending physician, as many tests may not provide definitive answers. It might be ...

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Understanding Occasional Numbness in the Back of the Head During Urination

Numbness in the scalp during urination? I would like to ask, I often experience numbness in the right back of my head when urinating, but there is no pain, and it goes away after I finish urinating. What could this situation be? Thank you.


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms may suggest cervical myofascial tightness. The primary concerns could be cervical disc degeneration, facet joint degeneration, and cervical disc herniation. Once there is pathology in the cervical spine joints, it can lead to neck pain and stiffness, as well ...

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Understanding Cervical Spine Vascular Issues: Symptoms and Solutions

Cervical vascular issues Hello, doctor. A year ago, I underwent cervical traction therapy due to cervical degeneration. However, after just one session of traction, my body began to undergo significant changes. Initially, I experienced dizziness, headaches, rapid heartbeat, insom...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, if rehabilitation does not yield satisfactory results, an MRI of the cervical spine may be considered. The symptoms you mentioned may be related to cervical disc herniation, which often exacerbates nerve root pain during coughing or sneezing. A d...

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Can Surgery Fix My Pinky and Ring Finger Coordination Issue?

Regarding the interconnection issue between the little finger and the ring finger? Hello, I was born with a condition that prevents me from fully extending my pinky finger. Whenever I bend my pinky, my ring finger also bends along with it. I would like to know if this condition c...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: The movement of the distal joints of the fingers involves the deep tendons, which create a linkage effect. Most people do not have a completely independent extensor tendon for the ring finger, which is why it cannot be straightened on its own. As for the control of the fle...

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Chronic Neck Stiffness and Swelling: Seeking Solutions for Persistent Pain

Unilateral neck swelling and tightness, with stiffness in the shoulders and upper back for many years? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing stiffness and swelling in my right neck for many years. When I turn my head to the right, I feel tightness, and my right eyelid and eyebr...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, I believe it is essential to first clarify whether there is cervical nerve root compression or cervical myofascial pain. Prolonged periods of looking down can lead to overuse of the trapezius muscle in the neck, resulting in neck and shoulder dis...

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Understanding Joint Pain: Seeking Answers for Widespread Discomfort

Hello, doctor. I feel like I have issues with all my joints? I am losing confidence in my body. My left shoulder used to dislocate frequently, but that has stopped. However, recently, my joints have been getting increasingly stiff, starting with my right shoulder, which was diagn...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your issue may still stem from the cervical spine. If rehabilitation has not been effective after two months, doctors typically refer patients to a neurosurgeon to evaluate whether nerve compression is caused by a herniated disc. It is recommended to perform neck muscle st...

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Can You Still Grow Taller After 25? Understanding Height Changes

Continuing to grow taller after the age of 25? Hello Doctor, I am 27 years old this year. After turning 25, my height increased from 166 cm to 168 cm, and recently I have shown signs of further growth, with a measurement of 169 cm taken at the hospital last month. I had a signifi...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: There is naturally a difference in height measurements taken in the morning and evening, which can range from 1 to 5 centimeters. The taller and younger a person is, the greater the difference may be. Your discrepancy of within 3 centimeters is likely a normal physiologica...

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Understanding One-Sided Headaches: When to Worry and When to Relax

Headache issues I would like to ask if I should be concerned about experiencing a unilateral headache (on the right side near the temple) that was initially quite painful (about the level of accidentally kicking something with my foot), but it was slightly more painful than usual...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is important to consider that the cervical myofascial pain may extend to the head, potentially leading to symptoms such as pain, discomfort, muscle stiffness, or a feeling of heaviness. Symptoms may worsen with changes in weather and can be al...

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Understanding Benign Tremors: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Management Tips

Benign tremor Hello Doctor: Over the past year, I have been experiencing muscle twitching all over my body, and sometimes I feel weakness, which has made me quite anxious. I have consulted many Western and traditional Chinese medicine doctors, but the symptoms persist, and I feel...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, it seems you are caught in a dilemma of seeking medical care from various sources. To address this issue, it is advisable to first select a medical center near your residence to consolidate your medical information. While cloud-based reports can ...

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Understanding Right Hand Pain and Left Hand Numbness: Causes and Treatments

Pain in the right hand and numbness in the left hand? Hello, I would like to ask about my right hand. Initially, I experienced pain in my wrist (extending from my thumb to my wrist), which later spread to my forearm and then to my right shoulder. The pain started about a year ago...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms in the right hand resemble those of nerve root compression in the cervical spine. Preventive measures include: 1. Change positions: Change your posture every 15 minutes to allow the neck tissues to rest. Any posture (including normal ones) maintained for a pe...

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Understanding Arm Pain and Muscle Tightness After Workouts

Arm pain and muscle stiffness? Hello Doctor, I've been working out for seven months now. After my arm workouts, I haven't been doing any cool-down stretches. Recently, after performing bench presses, I've been feeling tightness and stiffness in the inner head of my...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: If your symptoms do not include numbness, it may be worth considering tissue inflammation. Your symptoms could suggest subacromial bursitis, commonly known as frozen shoulder, which is often associated with inflammation of the fascia and joints, possibly due to overexertio...

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Why Can't I Open My Fingers? Understanding Hand Pain and Treatment Options

Inability to open fingers? I would like to ask about experiencing pain when clenching both fists, and having difficulty opening the ring finger after clenching for about three months. What could this condition be, and should I see a neurologist or a surgeon? Thank you.


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: You mentioned that you are unable to open your ring finger. If there are no symptoms of numbness or tingling, the first consideration might be trigger finger. Trigger finger, also known as stenosing tenosynovitis, occurs when the tendons in the finger become inflamed, lead...

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Understanding Muscle Twitches: Neurological Symptoms Explained

Muscle twitching Initially, there was just a feeling of soreness in the muscles of the arms and legs, and standing for a longer period causes pain. The right hand experiences pain in the little finger, there is persistent noise and echo in the ears, and the left side of the face ...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms are quite atypical and involve multiple different neurological areas that need to be analyzed individually: 1. Pain in the little finger of the right hand: This may indicate a joint issue, but if there are symptoms of numbness or tingling, ulnar nerve patholo...

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Understanding Hand Contractions: Possible Neurological Issues Explained

Finger contraction? Doctor, excuse me, may I ask a question? My palm occasionally experiences involuntary contractions, and I am unable to open it. After a few seconds, it returns to normal. What could be the issue?


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms may indicate dystonia, which primarily refers to the lack of coordination in the muscles that flex and extend the joints, resulting in abnormal twisting of the joints during movement. This condition is mainly due to dysfunction in the corticospinal and extrap...

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Unexplained Thigh Pain: Seeking Answers for Muscle Discomfort

Persistent thigh muscle soreness with no identifiable cause? Hello Doctor: I had sexual intercourse in early December, and since then, both my PCR and fourth-generation EIA tests have returned normal results. However, starting at the end of December, I began experiencing soreness...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: You mentioned Reiter's syndrome, which is associated with the HLA-B27 gene in approximately 60-80% of patients. Symptoms typically appear about 2-4 weeks after a bacterial infection. The most common pathogens are Chlamydia trachomatis and gastrointestinal bacteria suc...

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Understanding Body Shaking: Neurological Insights on Sensations

The body experiences tremors? If you have been sitting for a long time and feel a sensation of swaying or can hear your heartbeat, but do not experience dizziness and can walk straight, this could be related to several factors. It may be due to prolonged inactivity, which can aff...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: You mentioned proprioception, which involves receptors in the muscles and joints that can sense muscle contraction and stretching, as well as flexion and extension. This sensation can be heightened when we are tense or consume caffeinated beverages. However, certain heart ...

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Understanding Involuntary Cheek Tension: Possible Causes and Solutions

Involuntary tension and tightening of the cheeks? Hello doctor, I often experience involuntary tension in my cheeks (without twitching) that lasts for several hours, and this has been ongoing for two to three months. I would like to know what might be causing this. Thank you.


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, if it involves the motor nerves of the nasal and facial region, it is primarily managed by the facial nerve, and it is rare to have bilateral symptoms. Your symptoms may be related to cervical nerve muscle issues or degeneration of the cervical j...

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Understanding Lower Back Discomfort During Sleep: When to Seek Help

Experiencing a tingling or aching sensation in the lower back while sleeping? Hello Doctor: I used to have a habit of weight training, but I don't recall any injuries. About three months ago, I started waking up with lower back discomfort every night while sleeping, and I ha...


Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Hello, this symptom can be addressed by either neurology or surgery, and you may also consult the rheumatology and immunology department.

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