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Understanding Persistent Dizziness, Headaches, and Unseen Tremors

Dizziness, headache, and unseen body tremors? I would like to ask the doctor, I have been experiencing a sensation of dizziness for the past three months. It is not a spinning sensation, nor does the visual field appear to be swirling; rather, it feels like being on a boat, with ...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Ms. Hong, You mentioned, "Sometimes I wake up in the morning with pain in my hands and sometimes in my feet, and the pain feels like inflammation..." Due to the presence of widespread pain, fibromyalgia should be considered. This is a complex clinical syndrome th...

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Understanding Sudden Leg Numbness and Flatfoot Symptoms

Regarding sudden unilateral leg numbness and arch collapse? After lying in bed and stretching the spine with one leg crossed for 20 minutes, I experienced numbness in one leg that did not subside. My toes felt weak and unable to support my arch, leading to a collapse of the foot ...


Dr. Chen Weida Reply:
Good afternoon! Regarding your inquiry about sudden numbness in the legs, it is recommended that you promptly visit a neurology or neurosurgery outpatient clinic at a regional hospital or higher. A specialist will evaluate whether you need further examination and treatment. Wishi...

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Understanding Visual Snow Syndrome: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Management

Snow blindness related? Regarding question 210275, there are no severe head trauma symptoms, but occasional headaches do occur, particularly during my menstrual period, and these migraines tend to be unilateral. I do experience sensitivity to light, but I have not had nausea or v...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Miss: You mentioned that "during my menstrual period, I occasionally experience migraines that are indeed more one-sided, and while I do not have nausea or vomiting, I am sensitive to light. Since the beginning of last year, I have noticed floaters and have reduced my...

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Numbness in Legs and Lips: Possible Causes and Relief Strategies

Numbness in the calves and around the lips? My grandfather (77) has been experiencing numbness in his calves over the past few days, and today he also has numbness around his face (specifically around the lips). He has a history of having undergone half of his lung removed and he...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Chen, You mentioned that "your grandfather is experiencing numbness in his calves, and today, in addition to the leg numbness, he has facial numbness (around the lips)..." The facial numbness (around the lips) may indicate that the brainstem structures could b...

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Uncontrollable Muscle Twitches from Left Foot to Calf: What to Do?

Involuntary muscle twitching from the left foot to the calf? Hello Doctor, for the past few days, I have been experiencing a rhythmic and persistent twitching from my left foot up to my calf. I often feel soreness in my left lower back and left leg. Three months ago, I had an X-r...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Miss Cat: You mentioned that "the left side of my waist and left leg tend to feel sore... I wonder if this might affect the nerve conduction in my left leg muscles." Your symptoms may suggest that the left sciatic nerve is being compressed. If there is no muscle...

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Understanding Neurological Inflammation: Managing Symptoms and Home Care

Suspected neuroinflammation Hello, doctor. My father is 70 years old. Two months ago, he caught a cold, which led to nightly coughing and lower back pain. After recovering from the cold, the back pain worsened instead of improving. About a week later, he developed severe pain in ...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Awan, You mentioned that your father is suspected to have a metabolic issue, and it is recommended that he be referred to a neurologist. I suggest that he first consult with an internist or a rehabilitation physician at the same hospital for blood tests and peripheral n...

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Understanding Leg Swelling and Numbness: When to Seek Neurology Help

Unilateral calf to foot soreness, numbness, and swelling? Hello! I stand for long periods at work every day, and recently I've noticed that my left foot swells easily, with a noticeable difference between both feet. Additionally, I often feel soreness and numbness from my le...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Miss Yang, You mentioned that "your left foot easily swells," which may warrant consideration of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or lymphatic circulation issues. Poor venous return in the deep veins can lead to symptoms such as limb swelling. There are many potential c...

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Understanding Groin and Leg Pain: Possible Nerve Issues After Injury

Right inguinal region, spermatic cord, pain from thigh to calf, pain on the side of the pelvis? Hello Doctor, about 3-4 years ago, I fell while exercising because a rope caught my right foot. At that moment, I experienced a more severe strain in my right groin and thigh. When I g...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Mr. Chen: You mentioned that "about 5-10 minutes after ejaculation, pain and numbness occur in the groin, spermatic cord, thigh, and calf." This may suggest nerve damage or compression in the lumbar region, rather than being a "sequela of urethritis." Ne...

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Understanding Urological and Spinal Nerve Issues: A Patient's Journey

Uro-neurology or spinal nerves Hello, about 3-4 years ago, I had an incident while exercising where I twisted my ankle and fell, resulting in a skin tear on my foreskin. The next day, I experienced pain while urinating and was diagnosed with a urinary tract infection. During urin...


Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello Mr. Hong: Based on the symptoms mentioned, the most common cause of groin and thigh pain is lumbar nerve compression. An MRI scan is arranged to help confirm the diagnosis.

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Understanding Muscle Twitches: Is It ALS or Something Else?

I'm very afraid it might be amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)..? Hello doctor, three months ago I started experiencing muscle twitching all over my body. Some areas are more fixed while others vary in intensity. I also have a feeling of weakness in my left hand; when I exe...


Dr. Chen Weida Reply:
Note: The same consultation <a href="https://adoctor.tw/article/208460">#208460</a> was responded to on May 17. Hello! The early symptoms of motor neuron disease primarily include mild weakness in the limbs or enhanced reflexes, and some patients may experie...

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Uncontrollable Hand Tremors and Weakness: A Neurological Concern

For a month, I have been experiencing intermittent hand tremors that I cannot control. After maintaining a position for a long time, my legs feel weak when I try to stand up? Hello Doctor: In the past month, I've been experiencing some fine motor difficulties, such as trembl...


Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello Gemma: The symptoms mentioned have many possible causes. If there is no improvement after sufficient rest and sleep, it is recommended to visit a neurology clinic.

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Understanding Post-Rest Symptoms: Causes and Solutions for Neurological Issues

Neurological issues related to the head? I’m not sure when it started, but sometimes when I feel more tired, I lie down on the table or bed to rest for about 15 to 30 minutes. After waking up, I experience a slight tremor at the back of my head, my heartbeat feels stronger, and s...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, sir: Your symptoms may indicate peripheral nerve compression. 1. The nature of the pain is characterized by burning and tingling sensations. 2. The symptoms have a specific dermatomal distribution, and can be triggered by touch or pressure. 3. There is also accompanying mu...

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Understanding Unexplained Body Pain: A Neurological Perspective

Physical changes in the past three months? Hello, Doctor. I have been experiencing various health issues over the past three months. Initially, I had pain throughout my body (I'm unsure if it's muscle pain or bone pain). The pain is difficult to describe; sometimes it f...


Dr. Huang Hongling Reply:
Fibromyalgia is diagnosed based on clinical symptoms, and some medications used for it also serve as treatments for anxiety or depression. As for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), pain is rarely a symptom. It is recommended that you return to your original neurologist for a co...

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Knee Pain When Touched: Causes, Recovery, and Treatment Options

Knee pain occurs upon impact? Hello, Doctor. I started experiencing mild pain in my knee about a week ago. I've noticed that it doesn't affect my daily activities, but it hurts when I lightly touch the outer side of my kneecap, while pressing firmly doesn't cause a...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Miss Hsiao-Hsiang, You mentioned that "light touch causes pain (on the outer side of the kneecap)," which may indicate "patellofemoral pain syndrome." The role of the patella is to increase the mechanical angle of the tendons and enhance muscle contract...

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Post-Car Accident: Managing Persistent Leg Pain and Nerve Issues

Numbness and pain in the calf following a car accident? Hello Dr. Chen: It has been 3 months since my car accident. I underwent surgery on the outer side of my ankle to have a plate inserted, and the accident also impacted my right tibia. The orthopedic surgeon only addressed the...


Dr. Chen Weida Reply:
Hello Fei Fei! Regarding your inquiry about the numbness and pain on the right side of your lower leg tibia, I recommend that you return for a follow-up appointment with an orthopedic physician for evaluation and recommendations for further treatment. If it is determined that you...

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Understanding Involuntary Muscle Jerks During Sleep: Causes and Concerns

Involuntary twitching Hello doctor, recently I have been experiencing sudden body jerks while sleeping at night, especially when I am about to enter deep sleep. The jerks happen multiple times and in different areas, sometimes in my fingers, sometimes in my toes, and sometimes in...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Elsa, You mentioned that "when entering deep sleep, I experience multiple jerks in different areas, sometimes in my fingers, sometimes in my toes, and sometimes in my hands, accompanied by a sensation of rapid heartbeat and palpitations, which causes me to wake up....

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Unexplained Dizziness and Tinnitus: Seeking Answers and Treatment Options

Dizziness and tinnitus with no identifiable cause? Hello Doctor: I started experiencing dizziness about a month ago. It's not a spinning sensation but rather a feeling of heaviness in my head and lightness in my legs. Occasionally, I feel a tingling sensation on my scalp, an...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Mr. Zhang, You mentioned: "1. Is the dizziness symptom caused by autonomic nervous system dysfunction the same as the continuous dizziness I am currently experiencing? 2. Could dizziness caused by cervical nerve compression present as my current persistent dizziness? ...

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Understanding Weakness and Numbness in the Left Leg and Foot

Weakness from the left calf to the dorsum of the foot? Hello doctor, this morning when I got up, I sometimes felt a strange sensation in my foot as if I were about to trip. When walking, it also feels like my left foot is making a heavy impact with the ground. At first, I didn&#x...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Mr. Ahong, You mentioned that "my left ankle cannot be lifted as easily as usual (I can do it with my hands), it feels a bit strenuous. When I lift my left ankle or the top of my left foot, I feel a tingling sensation in the dorsum of my foot, but not in my calf. Sinc...

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Understanding Dizziness: Causes and Concerns After Neck Injury

Dizziness issues Bending down to wash my hair at a very low angle (almost similar to the yoga cat pose), I suddenly lost my sense of balance and felt dizzy, causing me to fall to the right side. However, I was still able to move my hands and feet freely, and I ended up in a posit...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Sir: You mentioned that "the bending is very low (approximately similar to the angle of the yoga cat pose) and suddenly losing balance along with feelings of dizziness." This may indicate that we should first consider excessive traction on the cervical vertebrae&...

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Understanding Sudden Muscle Twitches: Causes and Concerns

Sudden twitching? Hello Doctor: In recent years, I have noticed that maintaining a certain posture for an extended period causes my hands or legs to feel numb. When I prepare to change positions, that area suddenly twitches noticeably, for example, when my legs are crossed and my...


Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Ms. Ang. You mentioned that "holding a certain posture causes numbness in the hands or legs, and when preparing to change positions, that area suddenly twitches noticeably." The numbness is likely due to prolonged positioning, leading to peripheral nerve compress...

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