Understanding Left Lower Back and Hip Pain: Causes and Solutions
Left lumbar and hip pain? Hello doctor, I have been experiencing lower back pain for the past ten years due to sitting for long periods during exams and suddenly lifting heavy objects. Since then, my back occasionally hurts, and I need to stretch it. Typically, it takes about a m...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Ms. KOKO: You mentioned that after doing squats with an empty barbell, you felt some discomfort in your lower back. Upon returning home and resting, you found that even walking caused pain. After a night of rest, you felt slightly better, but the next day, even sneezing cau...[Read More] Understanding Left Lower Back and Hip Pain: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Unilateral Tinnitus, Dizziness, and Head Numbness Symptoms
Unilateral tinnitus + dizziness + paresthesia of the head? Hello Doctor, 1. On the evening of August 22, 2022, I began to feel a slight pressure in my left ear, followed by the onset of tinnitus. While walking, I occasionally experienced brief episodes of dizziness (similar to ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Mr. Hsu: You mentioned that "your left ear started to feel a bit stuffy, followed by the onset of tinnitus, and occasionally experiencing brief episodes of dizziness while walking." May I ask what your blood pressure is? Do you have any issues with hypertension, h...[Read More] Understanding Unilateral Tinnitus, Dizziness, and Head Numbness Symptoms
Understanding Headaches: Pain from Temples to Neck in Older Adults
Dull pain in the temples radiating to both sides of the neck? Hello Doctor: My mother is 59 years old and has recently been experiencing headaches in the afternoon to evening. The pain is felt from the temples to both sides of the neck, occasionally with a throbbing sensation. Th...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Yu, You mentioned your mother's symptoms of "experiencing a dull headache from the afternoon to evening, with pain extending from the temples to both sides of the neck, occasionally accompanied by throbbing pain, and the headache sometimes being unilateral and...[Read More] Understanding Headaches: Pain from Temples to Neck in Older Adults
Understanding Cubital Tunnel Syndrome: Diagnosis and Treatment Options
#185782 Follow-up Questions Hello, Doctor. After reviewing your suggestions, I researched cubital tunnel syndrome, and my symptoms are almost identical. Currently, I do not experience numbness in my arm or in my ring and little fingers, but I still feel some pain on the inner sid...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Sir: You mentioned that "ultrasound-guided injection therapy" is typically employed when non-invasive treatments are ineffective. It is recommended to use ergonomic products to reduce nerve compression at the elbow, such as changing your grip technique, among oth...[Read More] Understanding Cubital Tunnel Syndrome: Diagnosis and Treatment Options
Understanding Medication Side Effects: When to Consult Your Doctor
Drug side effects Hello Doctor: I have migraines and have seen a doctor who prescribed me an anticonvulsant medication (Topiramate). The doctor informed me that it might cause hand numbness. I have been taking it for about a week and only experienced hand numbness, but today I su...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Liu, You mentioned, "Is this a normal side effect of the medication, or should I inform my doctor immediately or stop taking it? Am I at risk of having a stroke?" If you do not smoke, use birth control pills, or have a history of hypertension, diabetes, or oth...[Read More] Understanding Medication Side Effects: When to Consult Your Doctor
Severe Pain in the Back of the Head Radiating to Ear and Tongue: Causes Explained
Pain in the back of the head radiating to the ear and tongue? While lying down preparing to sleep, I suddenly experienced severe sharp pain in the lower left side of the back of my head (near the neck), which then radiated to my ear and tongue (near the throat). After a while, I ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Miss Pei Pei, You mentioned that "after a while, I feel tightness in the muscles near the back of my head close to my neck, and the lymph nodes in my lower jaw also hurt during the process of tilting my head back." Your symptoms may suggest issues with the cervica...[Read More] Severe Pain in the Back of the Head Radiating to Ear and Tongue: Causes Explained
Severe Pain in the Back of the Head Radiating to Ear and Tongue: Causes Explained
Pain in the back of the head radiating to the ear and tongue? While lying down and preparing to sleep, I suddenly experienced severe pain in the lower left part of the back of my head (near the neck). The pain then radiated to my ear and tongue (near the throat). After a while, I...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Miss Pei Pei, You mentioned that "after a while, I feel tightness in the muscles at the back of my head near my neck, and there is pain in the lymph nodes of my lower jaw during the process of tilting my head back." Your symptoms may suggest issues related to the ...[Read More] Severe Pain in the Back of the Head Radiating to Ear and Tongue: Causes Explained
Understanding Symptoms: Sweating, Numbness, and Neck Stiffness Explained
Numbness in the hands, dizziness (or headache), stiffness in the cervical spine, sweating on the head, and headaches? Hello Doctor, about a few months ago, I started experiencing excessive cold sweats on my head, even more than after exercising. Following that, I have had numbnes...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello Ms. Huang: The symptoms mentioned above are suspected to be autonomic nervous system symptoms. It is recommended to visit a neurology outpatient clinic for examination.[Read More] Understanding Symptoms: Sweating, Numbness, and Neck Stiffness Explained
Managing Symptoms of Autonomic Nervous System Dysfunction
Physical discomfort? A few days ago, I visited a doctor. After reviewing my medical records and conducting an interview, the doctor diagnosed me with autonomic nervous system dysregulation. The doctor prescribed medications to help alleviate my symptoms and assist with sleep. How...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. A-Zhu, You mentioned "as well as medications that help with sleep, but once the effects wear off, uncomfortable feelings return, such as waking up in the middle of the night or feelings of restlessness." In addition to autonomic nervous system issues, conditio...[Read More] Managing Symptoms of Autonomic Nervous System Dysfunction
Understanding Body Tremors: Causes and Solutions for Nervousness
The body may tremble? Hello, doctor. Since high school, I have experienced shaking when lifting objects or exerting force. My handwriting is also affected, and I shake when holding bowls or cups. I tend to get nervous, and when I do, my whole body shakes. Even when I smile, the c...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Sir: You mentioned that "when lifting things or exerting force, I tremble; writing also causes shaking, and I find it difficult to hold bowls and cups. I tend to get nervous, and my whole body shakes when I am anxious. Even when I smile, the corners of my mouth tremble...[Read More] Understanding Body Tremors: Causes and Solutions for Nervousness
Understanding Elbow Pain and Numbness in the Pinky and Ring Finger
There is pain in the right elbow when bent, along with numbness in the little finger and ring finger? Hello Doctor, recently during a nap while sleeping on my side, I felt numbness in my little finger and ring finger, along with pain on the inner side of my elbow. After searching...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Mr. Wayne, You mentioned that after searching online for your symptoms, you suspect they might be due to ulnar nerve compression or inflammation. You noted that you have experienced minimal numbness since then, but occasionally feel pain on the inner side of your right elbo...[Read More] Understanding Elbow Pain and Numbness in the Pinky and Ring Finger
Understanding Foot Pain: When to See a Specialist for Relief
Toe pain and forefoot pain? Hello, Doctor. I have been experiencing pain, tightness, soreness, numbness, and weakness in my foot for the past two years. I have undergone 12 sessions of shockwave therapy, each with 10,000 pulses, but the symptoms remain the same, although there ha...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Yang, You mentioned experiencing "foot pain, tightness, soreness, numbness, and weakness for the past two years, despite having undergone 12 sessions of shockwave therapy, each with 10,000 pulses, and still feeling the same after two years." I recommend that y...[Read More] Understanding Foot Pain: When to See a Specialist for Relief
Understanding Chronic Headaches and Neck Pain: Possible Causes and Solutions
Headache and neck pain? Hello, doctor. Since I hit the back of my head on a stone step corner in sixth grade, I have been experiencing persistent headaches. I have been to a large hospital for examinations, but they all said there was no problem. After that, I often find myself e...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello, the symptoms mentioned may be related to cervical spine disorders or hypotension. It is recommended to visit a neurology clinic for an examination to determine the underlying cause.[Read More] Understanding Chronic Headaches and Neck Pain: Possible Causes and Solutions
Managing Dizziness and Numbness: Insights on Medication Withdrawal Effects
Dizziness and a feeling of pressure or pain in the head, along with numbness in the hands and feet? Hello Doctor: I have been taking sleeping pills for a long time and am currently tapering off. Recently, I have been experiencing poor sleep, but I have returned to my normal dosag...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello, Xuan: Numbness and tremors in the hands and feet may be related to peripheral nerve diseases. It is recommended to visit a neurology clinic for examination.[Read More] Managing Dizziness and Numbness: Insights on Medication Withdrawal Effects
Understanding Finger Numbness: When to Seek Medical Attention
Numbness in the fingers? Today, after taking a shower, I noticed that all the fingers on my right hand are numb, while only my left thumb is not numb and there are no other symptoms. I can make a fist normally and there is no pain in other areas. Should I seek further evaluation?
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Miss. You mentioned that "all fingers on the right hand are numb, and only the thumb on the left hand is not numb." Your symptoms may need to rule out metabolic diseases. It is recommended to have blood tests to check general biochemical values, vitamin B12 and f...[Read More] Understanding Finger Numbness: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding the Connection Between Chronic Migraines and Eye Twitching
Chronic migraines and eyelid twitching issues? Hello, Doctor! I was previously diagnosed with aura migraines at a small clinic, and it has been nine years since my first episode, occurring approximately every four months. Before an attack, I experience photophobia, blurred vision...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Mr. Lin: You mentioned that "the upper right eyelid keeps twitching, occurring every few minutes, and has been happening for four to five days." Your symptoms are more indicative of migraine-related symptoms. You also noted experiencing some visual disturbances wh...[Read More] Understanding the Connection Between Chronic Migraines and Eye Twitching
Understanding Muscle Twitches: Causes and Concerns for Young Adults
Muscle twitching Hello Doctor, 1. My muscles used to twitch occasionally, and I didn't think much of it at the time, but recently I've been experiencing frequent twitching in my legs. I can feel it while lying in bed or sitting, about every few seconds, and it seems t...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Mr. Chen: You mentioned that the "almost fixed places take turns twitching" is more like benign muscle twitching. This is mainly related to several factors: exercise, acute viral infections, anxiety, and medication use. Among these, prolonged exercise is one of th...[Read More] Understanding Muscle Twitches: Causes and Concerns for Young Adults
Understanding Fainting from Abdominal Pain: Causes and Concerns
Severe abdominal pain leading to fainting? Hello Doctor, I experienced my first episode of severe abdominal pain leading to fainting when I was 21 years old. Now at 23, this has happened five times, approximately every 8-9 months. Before fainting, I only feel intense abdominal pa...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Wenwen, You mentioned experiencing "abdominal pain to the point of fainting." Your symptoms may suggest a consideration of syncope, particularly reflex syncope. The causes experienced by your mother and uncle may differ from yours. The more common causes of re...[Read More] Understanding Fainting from Abdominal Pain: Causes and Concerns
Understanding the Differences Between Brain MRI and Head MRI: A Comprehensive Guide
The difference between a brain MRI and a head MRI lies primarily in the focus of the imaging. A brain MRI specifically targets the brain tissue, providing detailed images of the brain's structure, including the cerebral cortex, cerebellum, and The first time I sought medical...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Miss: You mentioned "dizziness, vertigo, unilateral tinnitus, and wanting to check for Alzheimer's atrophy, whether there is a stroke, acoustic neuroma, or brain tumor; what kind of imaging should be done for a comprehensive evaluation?" These issues can gen...[Read More] Understanding the Differences Between Brain MRI and Head MRI: A Comprehensive Guide
Understanding Abdominal Numbness: Causes and When to Seek Help
Numbness in the abdominal area? Hello, doctor. This has never happened before, but recently it has occurred twice. In the left side of my abdomen, a relatively small area suddenly feels very numb, almost like there is a thick layer of skin over it. There is no pain or tingling se...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Mr. Zheng: You mentioned that "the area on the left side of the abdomen is not large, but suddenly there is a lot of numbness, feeling like there is a thick layer of skin on top." This symptom may suggest a possible compression of the lumbar nerves due to peripher...[Read More] Understanding Abdominal Numbness: Causes and When to Seek Help