Understanding Left Shoulder and Neck Pain: When to Seek Neurology Care
Left shoulder and neck pain? Hello Dr. Jiang: I have been experiencing soreness in my left shoulder and neck for several days now. The pain comes and goes; sometimes it feels okay, but at other times it becomes sore, and occasionally the soreness radiates to my neck. This was not...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the most common cause of left 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 alleviat...[Read More] Understanding Left Shoulder and Neck Pain: When to Seek Neurology Care
Understanding Muscle Weakness: Key Signs and Self-Assessment Tips
Muscle weakness How should I observe muscle weakness? When hanging clothes, my arms easily feel sore. Does this count as muscle weakness?
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: I wonder if you are referring to "myasthenia gravis"? The main clinical symptoms include proximal symmetrical muscle weakness, easy fatigue, ptosis (with the medial rectus muscle being the most commonly affected), diplopia, dysarthria, dysphagia, limb weakness, a...[Read More] Understanding Muscle Weakness: Key Signs and Self-Assessment Tips
Understanding Neck Tension and Its Impact on Your Well-Being
Hello, Dr. Jiang. Thank you for your assistance? I have had a long-standing question to ask you. Regardless of whether I am well-rested or fatigued, whenever I feel overly anxious or busy for two hours or focus on something, my neck starts to feel tight and warm. My lips suddenly...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, dry mouth and muscle stiffness may indicate sympathetic nervous system overactivation. Generally, the autonomic nervous system is regulated by the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems, where one accelerates and the other decelerates. T...[Read More] Understanding Neck Tension and Its Impact on Your Well-Being
Understanding Tension Headaches: When to Seek Medical Attention
Head pressure and headache? Hello, doctor. In the past few months, I've been experiencing a feeling of pressure and tightness in the back of my head to the top of my head about once or twice a week. Occasionally, there are sharp pains, mostly starting in the afternoon or eve...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, the more common causes are tension-type headache or migraine. The symptoms of tension-type headache include: (1) Typically bilateral, located in the occipital and parietal regions, sometimes with widespread pain. The nature of the pain is dull, p...[Read More] Understanding Tension Headaches: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Tension Headaches: When to Seek Medical Attention
Head pressure and headache? Hello Doctor, in the past few months, I've been experiencing a feeling of pressure and tightness in the back of my head to the top of my head about once or twice a week. Occasionally, I have sharp pains, mostly starting in the afternoon or evening...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the most common cause of 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 alleviate the...[Read More] Understanding Tension Headaches: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Tension Headaches: When to Seek Medical Advice
Head pressure and headache? Hello Doctor, in the past few months, I have been experiencing a feeling of pressure and tightness in the back of my head to the top of my head about once or twice a week. Occasionally, there is a sharp pain that occurs, mostly starting in the afternoo...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the most common cause of 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 alleviate the...[Read More] Understanding Tension Headaches: When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Neurological Symptoms: Seeking Solutions for Chronic Fatigue and Dizziness
Hello, Dr. Jiang? In April 2019, I received a combined measles vaccine and was taking medication for Helicobacter pylori. After 1-3 days, I experienced severe throat pain, persistent phlegm, general weakness, and fatigue. I consulted an otolaryngologist and underwent a neck ultra...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is unclear whether you are experiencing overweight issues. It may also be necessary to consider sleep apnea: if you have this condition, it can lead to daytime concentration difficulties and frequent drowsiness. There are generally two types...[Read More] Understanding Neurological Symptoms: Seeking Solutions for Chronic Fatigue and Dizziness
Understanding Chronic Dizziness: Causes and Solutions for Relief
Dizziness with an unknown cause? Hello, doctor. I have been struggling with dizziness for a long time and would like your help in finding the cause. The first time I experienced dizziness was about 10 years ago while studying abroad. During these episodes, the world would spin ar...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Based on your description, it is important to first consider Meniere's disease, as patients may experience recurrent episodes of vertigo accompanied by tinnitus or hearing loss. During these episodes, resting and using antihistamine anti-vertigo medications along with anxiol...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Dizziness: Causes and Solutions for Relief
Do Jewelry and Smart Bands Affect EEG Results?
Could you please provide more context or specify what information you need regarding an EEG (electroencephalogram)? If I forgot to remove earrings, necklaces, bracelets, and a Xiaomi band during an EEG test, will it affect the results? I realized this after the test was completed...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello: 1. Environmental electromagnetic interference or abnormal physiological activity in the brain can be easily distinguished during an electroencephalogram (EEG). 2. During the EEG, it is necessary to simultaneously monitor the electrocardiogram (ECG), and the electrode patch...[Read More] Do Jewelry and Smart Bands Affect EEG Results?
Understanding Neck Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Neck pain In 2019, there was an unexplained pain in the right side of the neck. After treatment by a physician, there were no major issues. However, since March of this year, any physical activity or use of neck strength leads to severe tightness and pain. For example, after abou...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to visit a neurologist for a detailed examination.[Read More] Understanding Neck Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Swallowing Difficulties: A Neurological Perspective
Dysphagia Hello, doctor. I have mitral valve prolapse and have been experiencing palpitations for the past six months (it became particularly uncomfortable on August 7, which led to an echocardiogram diagnosis). Recently, I have been having some difficulty swallowing while eating...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to visit the neurology outpatient clinic for a detailed examination.[Read More] Understanding Swallowing Difficulties: A Neurological Perspective
Understanding Left-Sided Migraine and Anxiety: A Young Adult's Journey
Tension-type headache? Hello, Doctor Jiang. Let me explain my condition. I am 19 years old, and about three days ago, I started experiencing body aches and weakness. By the afternoon, I developed a headache, and in the evening, I had a fever (37.8°C). The next morning, the fever ...
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] Understanding Left-Sided Migraine and Anxiety: A Young Adult's Journey
Post-Meal Neck and Ear Discomfort: Possible Causes and Next Steps
Numbness in the neck or behind the ear after eating? Six months ago, I had tonsillitis and experienced a severe cough for two weeks. After recovery, I continued to feel a sensation of something stuck in my throat. I went to an ENT specialist for an endoscopy, but no abnormalities...
Dr. Hong Weibin Reply:
Hello: It may be due to consuming a larger portion. I suggest trying to eat half the amount of rice first to see if the stiffness in your neck and behind your ears, as well as the bloating sensation in your stomach, improve. Wishing you a speedy recovery.[Read More] Post-Meal Neck and Ear Discomfort: Possible Causes and Next Steps
Understanding Lip Tremors: Causes and When to Seek Medical Advice
Trembling of the lower lip? Hello Dr. Jiang, my mother (65 years old) has been experiencing occasional tremors in her lower lip over the past two months, which she is not aware of. She has not had this issue before. In May of this year, she developed urticaria and was on corticos...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it may be necessary to consider essential tremor. If it does not affect your daily life, medication treatment is not required. The causes of tremors can be categorized into four types: physiological tremors, psychological tremors, essential tremo...[Read More] Understanding Lip Tremors: Causes and When to Seek Medical Advice
Chronic Right Neck Pain: Understanding Nerve Issues and Treatment Options
Right-sided neck nerve pain? Hello Doctor: I often experience sharp pain on the right side of my neck. The pain lasts for a short period of less than ten days, or for a longer duration of up to a month. When the pain occurs, I am unable to sleep, have no appetite, and feel nauseo...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, In addition to cervical headache, you may want to consider the possibility of vascular headaches. Regarding cervical headaches, I recommend the following: 1. Change positions: Change your posture every 15 minutes to allow the neck tissues to rest. Maintaining any postu...[Read More] Chronic Right Neck Pain: Understanding Nerve Issues and Treatment Options
Understanding Neck Pain After a Fall: When to Seek Medical Attention
Neck pain Hello doctor, I slipped in the bathroom the day before yesterday and hit the back of my head on the threshold. That night, I noticed that when lying down, lifting my neck caused some pain and tightness. It has persisted until today; turning my head slightly to the left ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, your symptoms seem more like a neck muscle strain. Regarding intracranial hemorrhage, if there is no loss of consciousness, no anticoagulant use, or obvious local hematoma, head trauma is mostly mild. However, consider delayed bleeding and seek e...[Read More] Understanding Neck Pain After a Fall: When to Seek Medical Attention
Which Specialist Should You See for Neck Pain and Stiffness?
Which specialty should I see? Hello, Doctor. I have been studying for a long time and sitting for extended periods. Over the past six months, I often feel a tightness in my cervical spine, and my neck feels somewhat stiff. Even during regular activities, I sometimes notice someth...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, it may be necessary to consider cervical spine disorders. External factors such as traffic accidents, falls, head impacts against hard objects, or excessive force during cervical rotation can lead to cervical instability, dislocation, and cervica...[Read More] Which Specialist Should You See for Neck Pain and Stiffness?
Understanding Dizziness: Exploring Causes and Seeking Solutions
Dizziness and discomfort? Hello, Dr. Jiang! I consider myself health-conscious and have a habit of exercising daily. Recently, due to bone pain, I underwent X-ray and MRI examinations (with contrast agent). The results indicated that there was no joint degeneration; however, the ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms may be caused by insufficient rest, leading to sympathetic nervous system activation, which in turn affects blood pressure and causes muscle tension. According to current medical trends, rehabilitation combined with regenerative therapy can address some joint...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness: Exploring Causes and Seeking Solutions
Understanding Unilateral Scalp Numbness: Causes and When to Seek Help
Unilateral scalp numbness? Hello, doctor. Due to my work, I often have to sit for long periods and I also have a habit of staying up late. Additionally, I have iron deficiency anemia. Recently, I've been experiencing sudden numbness on the right side of my scalp, occurring 5...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, it may be necessary to consider cervical spine disorders, as the likelihood of intracranial hemorrhage is relatively low. External factors such as traffic accidents, falls, head impacts against hard objects, or excessive force during cervical rot...[Read More] Understanding Unilateral Scalp Numbness: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Numbness and Burning Sensation in the Back
Numbness and burning sensation in the back? Hello, doctor. This morning when I went to work, I felt numbness and a burning sensation in my back, which extended up to my shoulders, with more pronounced numbness on the right shoulder. Could this be related to the fact that I'v...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, it may be necessary to consider cervical spine disorders, primarily symptoms occurring at the C5-C6 vertebrae. External factors such as traffic accidents, falls, head impacts against hard objects, or excessive force during cervical rotation can l...[Read More] Understanding Numbness and Burning Sensation in the Back