Understanding Muscle Tremors: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Muscle tremors Hello, doctor. Recently, I visited a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner for body adjustment and weight loss. After about two weeks, I started experiencing tremors in the muscles at the back of my left upper arm. The shaking comes and goes; sometimes it doesn...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: There are many reasons for muscle twitching. In addition to nerve conduction issues, it may be necessary to consider metabolic disorders such as hyperthyroidism and electrolyte imbalances. It is recommended that you discuss further treatment and examinations with your atte...[Read More] Understanding Muscle Tremors: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Understanding Muscle Tremors: Causes and When to Seek Help
Muscle twitching Hello, I would like to ask about a condition I've been experiencing for the past two weeks. I've been feeling slight tremors in my body that are not visible externally, but I can sense them, similar to a low-frequency vibration as if a machine is nearby...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, the causes of tremors can be categorized into four types: physiological tremors, psychological tremors, essential tremors, and pathological tremors. 1. Physiological tremors: These do not occur under normal circumstances and only arise in specific situations such as stre...[Read More] Understanding Muscle Tremors: Causes and When to Seek Help
Facial Muscle Tremors When Smiling: Possible Causes and Concerns
Facial muscle twitching when laughing? Hello, doctor. For the past two months, I've noticed that sometimes when I smile, the muscles around my smile area twitch, but it doesn't happen every time I smile. Could you please tell me what this situation might be? Is it relat...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Muscles are prone to twitching after extensive use, but resting will usually resolve the issue. However, if you notice facial asymmetry, it is important to seek medical attention for further evaluation.[Read More] Facial Muscle Tremors When Smiling: Possible Causes and Concerns
Managing Dual Antiepileptic Medications: Dosage, Differences, and Side Effects
Simultaneous use of two antiepileptic drugs? Hello Dr. Lin, My brother was originally taking the antiepileptic medication Depakene, three times a day at a total of three pills. However, he still occasionally experiences absence seizures and has episodes of generalized tonic-clon...
Dr. Lin Zijing Reply:
Antiepileptic drugs are intended to prevent the occurrence of seizures, as seizures are caused by abnormal electrical discharges in the brain, which can lead to brain damage, inflammation, atrophy, and even life-threatening situations during severe episodes. Doctors regularly mon...[Read More] Managing Dual Antiepileptic Medications: Dosage, Differences, and Side Effects
Understanding Unexplained Symptoms in Teens: A Guide for Parents
Unknown disease Dear Dr. Lai, My child is currently in high school and about two months ago, after participating in a physical competition at school, has been experiencing symptoms such as elevated blood pressure, dizziness, rapid heartbeat, shortness of breath, and muscle tremo...
Dr. Lai Lunxiang Reply:
Based on your description of the symptoms, I personally recommend consulting a metabolic specialist to investigate the underlying causes of hypertension and tachycardia.[Read More] Understanding Unexplained Symptoms in Teens: A Guide for Parents