Understanding Muscle Relaxants: Safe Use and Pain Management After Injury
Medication Consultation Hello, doctor. I was in a car accident and am experiencing lower back pain and weakness in my right upper and lower limbs (with a feeling of uneven weight distribution in both legs, suspecting a leg length discrepancy). My right foot feels numb when I step...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it may be necessary to consider nerve compression as the cause of your numbness and pain. The medication you mentioned is SOMA from Sandoz, which contains the following components: Acetaminophen 250 mg, Chlorzoxazone 150 mg, Caffeine Anhydrous 20...[Read More] Understanding Muscle Relaxants: Safe Use and Pain Management After Injury
Unexplained High Fever and Headache: Possible Neurological Issues?
Unexplained high fever and headache? Hello, Doctor. On the morning of September 6th, I experienced a sudden high fever reaching 40 degrees Celsius accompanied by severe headaches. After taking antipyretics, my temperature dropped to 38 degrees, but it did not return to normal. I ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: I apologize for the late response to your question. You mentioned experiencing headaches, lower back pain, white discharge from the urethra, mild dizziness, occasional visual disturbances, and difficulty taking deep breaths. These symptoms may suggest an infection, particu...[Read More] Unexplained High Fever and Headache: Possible Neurological Issues?
Unexplained High Fever and Severe Headache: Possible Neurological Issues
Unexplained high fever and headache? Hello, Doctor. On the morning of September 6th, I experienced a sudden high fever reaching 40 degrees Celsius, accompanied by severe headaches. After taking antipyretics, my temperature dropped to 38 degrees but did not return to normal. I did...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, I apologize for the late response to your question. You mentioned experiencing headaches, lower back pain, white discharge from the urethra, mild dizziness, occasional visual disturbances, and difficulty taking deep breaths. These symptoms may suggest an infection, parti...[Read More] Unexplained High Fever and Severe Headache: Possible Neurological Issues
Unexplained High Fever and Headache: Possible Neurological Concerns
Unexplained high fever and headache? Hello, Doctor. On the morning of September 6th, I experienced a sudden high fever reaching 40 degrees Celsius accompanied by severe headaches. After taking antipyretics, my temperature dropped to 38 degrees but did not return to normal. I did ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: I apologize for the late response to your question. You mentioned experiencing headaches, lower back pain, white discharge from the urethra, mild dizziness, occasional visual disturbances, and difficulty taking deep breaths. These symptoms may suggest an infection, particu...[Read More] Unexplained High Fever and Headache: Possible Neurological Concerns
Understanding Leg Numbness and Back Pain: When to Seek a Second Opinion
Numbness in the legs and lower back pain? Hello, doctor. Recently, I've been experiencing lower back pain and my legs feel sore and numb. I visited a neurologist, but the doctor only tapped my knee (the reflex test we learned in middle school) and concluded that my issues ar...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is important to consider symptoms related to nerve compression due to a herniated disc, which may also occur as a result of sudden injuries, such as twisting the waist, bending to lift heavy objects, or experiencing excessive force, for exampl...[Read More] Understanding Leg Numbness and Back Pain: When to Seek a Second Opinion
Understanding Your Symptoms: Lower Back Pain, Numbness, and Neck Issues
Lower back pain, numbness on the left side of the body, and a growth on the left side of the neck? Hello Doctor, I am a desk worker who sits for long hours every day, and I have the symptoms mentioned above. First, regarding the lower back pain, I started experiencing soreness in...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: The numbness you described in your left foot and left arm may be due to nerve compression in the neck or lower back. First, consider the possibility of cervical or lumbosacral disc herniation compressing the nerves. Disc herniation can also occur due to sudden injuries, su...[Read More] Understanding Your Symptoms: Lower Back Pain, Numbness, and Neck Issues
Is There a Connection Between Dizziness and Lower Back Pain?
Is there a connection between dizziness and lower back pain? Hello Doctor: I have experienced lower back pain three times in the past five years, each lasting two to three days. The pain occurs when I bend my back slightly. During the first two episodes of back pain, I fainted on...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, we can divide it into two parts: first, let's discuss the possible causes of syncope (fainting). Common causes include: 1. Neurogenic reflexes leading to decreased peripheral vascular tone, resulting in blood pooling in peripheral tissues an...[Read More] Is There a Connection Between Dizziness and Lower Back Pain?
Understanding Neck Pain and Numbness: When to Seek Medical Help
Neck pain and numbness? Last Thursday afternoon, I experienced severe headaches, and after taking painkillers, I felt slightly better. However, on Friday morning, I began to feel soreness and numbness in the back of my neck. After that, whenever I sat or stood, the soreness and n...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms may suggest headaches caused by intracranial hypotension. The primary symptom of this type of headache is "postural headache," which worsens when the patient is standing or sitting and significantly improves or disappears when lying down. The most c...[Read More] Understanding Neck Pain and Numbness: When to Seek Medical Help
Understanding Right Leg Weakness: Possible Causes and When to See a Neurologist
Unilateral weakness? Hello Doctor: My mother has been experiencing weakness in her right leg for about three days. Aside from this, she has not felt any pain or numbness, and there are no issues with her right hand. My mother works in the sewing machine industry, similar to alter...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, your mother has a history of hypertension and other cardiovascular diseases, which places her in a high-risk group for stroke. If she experiences sudden neurological deficits such as weakness in limbs or slurred speech, the first consideration sh...[Read More] Understanding Right Leg Weakness: Possible Causes and When to See a Neurologist
Understanding Lumbar Nerve Root Disorders: Causes and Implications
Lumbar radiculopathy I have "L5 spondylolysis with spondylolisthesis," currently at grade one. The period of significant pain was during my sophomore year in high school, with symptoms localized to the lower right back (not affecting my legs), primarily characterized by...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Spondylolysis is not the only cause of lower back pain. Some instances of lower back pain may only last two to three days, so pre-existing spondylolysis that has been present for years cannot be used to explain the pain. Many cases of lower back pain, particularly in acute...[Read More] Understanding Lumbar Nerve Root Disorders: Causes and Implications
Understanding Nerve Compression Symptoms: Insights and Concerns
Nerve compression symptoms Hello Dr. Jiang, I previously experienced lower back pain due to prolonged standing and heavy lifting at work. A month ago, I consulted with traditional Chinese medicine, orthopedics, and neurosurgery. All the doctors indicated that my spinal X-ray res...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, your symptoms should first consider lumbar nerve pathology, which is usually accompanied by decreased ankle and plantar reflexes. The calves often exhibit congestion and swelling, with sensory abnormalities on the outer side of the lower leg belo...[Read More] Understanding Nerve Compression Symptoms: Insights and Concerns
Understanding Lower Back Pain: Causes and Solutions
Lower back pain? I have been experiencing lower back pain frequently after walking or standing for a while. The pain usually subsides after I go to bed for some time, and I'm unsure if this is due to poor posture or if there could be other underlying causes.
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms may be related to poor posture, as lumbar disc herniation can cause nerve root compression and localized myofascial inflammation. Other potential causes of lower back pain could include kidney inflammation, ureteral stones, among others. In addition to medica...[Read More] Understanding Lower Back Pain: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Lower Back Pain: Kidney Issues or Pelvic Inflammation?
Pain in the lower back on both sides? Hello doctor, I have been experiencing unexplained pain on both sides of my lower back for the past couple of days. I'm not sure if it's related to my kidneys or if it's just lower back pain. Recently, I had an inflammation of ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is important to first consider renal pyelonephritis, which can present with bilateral pain. Clinically, diagnosis can be assisted through percussion and renal ultrasound. Generally, a herniated disc causing nerve root compression is typically ...[Read More] Understanding Lower Back Pain: Kidney Issues or Pelvic Inflammation?
Chronic Lower Back Pain: Seeking the Right Specialist for Relief
Pain on both sides of the lower back? Hello Doctor, my mother is 65 years old. She previously had an issue with lumbar disc herniation, which caused nerve compression and resulted in lower back pain, making it difficult for her to get out of bed and walk. She consulted a neurosur...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Lumbar compression fractures can relieve nerve compression through surgery, but if rehabilitation is not continued to strengthen the core muscles, mobility may still be affected. The soreness and heat on both sides of your lower back may indicate symptoms of nerve root com...[Read More] Chronic Lower Back Pain: Seeking the Right Specialist for Relief
Understanding Leg Weakness and Pain: Possible Neurological Causes
Leg weakness and soreness? The doctor would like to inquire about recent symptoms of persistent leg weakness, lower back soreness, discomfort in the coccyx while sitting, and involuntary shaking of the lower back when bending over. What could be the cause of these symptoms?
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms are more indicative of a herniated disc, which commonly presents with lower back pain, cramping pain in the calves and the back of the thighs, and sensory abnormalities. Diagnosis can generally be assisted through physical examinations, nerve conduction studi...[Read More] Understanding Leg Weakness and Pain: Possible Neurological Causes
Understanding Leg Pain: Insights into Neurological Issues and Rehabilitation
Foot problems I apologize for the inconvenience, but I would like to ask some questions about my own condition. I am currently a student, and about two years ago (around July to August 2014), I began experiencing sharp pain on the outer side of my left thigh, approximately betwee...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
The issue you described seems to be related to the nervous system. I recommend seeking a neurologist at a different medical facility for further evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Leg Pain: Insights into Neurological Issues and Rehabilitation
Understanding Post-Exercise Back Pain: When to Seek Medical Help
Lower back pain after exercise? Hello doctor, I usually have a habit of exercising, but it seems that I have developed lower back pain due to incorrect posture while trying a new exercise. After resting for three to four days, I felt better, but when I resumed exercising, the pai...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it may be necessary to consider the anatomical factors related to lumbar disc herniation. Symptoms typically include radiating back pain, which may worsen with actions such as sneezing, coughing, or bending. It is advised to avoid maintaining the...[Read More] Understanding Post-Exercise Back Pain: When to Seek Medical Help
Understanding Left Lower Back Pain After Standing for Two Hours
Left lower back pain after standing for more than two hours? Standing for more than two hours causes pain in the left lower back. Since childhood, whenever I stand for an extended period while shopping, I experience some discomfort in the left side of my lower back. The longer I ...
Dr. Yang Shenggong Reply:
Based on your description, your issue seems to be lower back pain after prolonged standing, which can be alleviated by changing positions. There are several possible causes: 1) scoliosis, 2) nerve compression in the lumbar region, 3) inflammation of the lumbar muscles related to ...[Read More] Understanding Left Lower Back Pain After Standing for Two Hours
Understanding Your Lower Back Pain: When to See a Neurologist
Lumbar issues? Hello Dr. Jiang: My lower back has been uncomfortable suddenly, and it has recurred recently. The symptoms include feeling unable to stand up straight. After walking or standing for a while, it feels somewhat better, but I am worried about muscle atrophy because I ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your described symptoms, they are similar to lumbar myofascial pain syndrome or nerve root compression. Clinically, this often presents as pain at the affected area, discomfort, muscle stiffness, or a heavy sensation. Symptoms may worsen upon waking in the morning...[Read More] Understanding Your Lower Back Pain: When to See a Neurologist
Relieving Nerve Pain from Prolonged Sitting: Solutions for Back Discomfort
Prolonged sitting can lead to back numbness? Due to work requirements, I need to sit for long periods. However, I have gradually noticed frequent lower back pain, and in the past two weeks, I have started experiencing a tingling sensation in the left side of my back intermittentl...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the most common cause of left-sided neck pain is cervical myofascial pain. Prolonged periods of looking down can lead to overuse of the trapezius muscle in the back of the neck, resulting in neck and shoulder discomfort. Initially, resting may al...[Read More] Relieving Nerve Pain from Prolonged Sitting: Solutions for Back Discomfort