Understanding Numbness in the Right Face, Arm, and Neck: Causes and Concerns
Numbness in the right side of the face, right arm, and back of the neck? Hello Doctor, yesterday while I was sleeping, I suddenly felt a tingling sensation in my right arm. After sitting up, I experienced a warm, swollen feeling in my neck along with tingling. When I lay back dow...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: The numbness you are experiencing may be caused by compression of the cervical spinal nerves. Additionally, you mentioned that the symptoms become more pronounced when you bend your neck, which could also be due to inflammation and swelling of the cervical spinal cord. It ...[Read More] Understanding Numbness in the Right Face, Arm, and Neck: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Numbness in Right Face, Arm, and Neck: Possible Causes
There is a tingling sensation in the right side of the face, right arm, and back of the neck? Hello, doctor. Yesterday, while I was sleeping, I suddenly felt a tingling sensation in my right arm. When I sat up, I experienced a warm, swollen feeling in my neck along with tingling....
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: The numbness you are experiencing may be caused by compression of the cervical spinal nerves. Additionally, you mentioned that the symptoms become more pronounced when you bend your neck, which could also be due to inflammation and swelling of the cervical spinal cord. It ...[Read More] Understanding Numbness in Right Face, Arm, and Neck: Possible Causes
Should I Get Further Tests for Possible Neurological Issues?
Should I undergo additional tests to rule out the possibility of any lesions? Thank you? Hello Doctor: I have developed elevated intraocular pressure due to poor posture from frequently looking down while taking naps. I have seen an ophthalmologist, and my eye pressure is now und...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: The causes of discomfort in the forehead may initially be attributed to cervical myofascial pain. Prolonged periods of looking down can lead to overuse of the trapezius muscle in the neck, resulting in neck and shoulder pain that may extend to the forehead. In the early st...[Read More] Should I Get Further Tests for Possible Neurological Issues?
Understanding Neck Pain: When to Seek Further Medical Advice
Pain occurs at the hairline three fingerbreadths to the right of the cervical spine? Hello Doctor: I originally experienced intermittent pain in my shoulder that radiated to my collarbone, and there was also intermittent pain at the hairline three finger widths to the right of my...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: The entire cervical spine to the occipital region of the head is where the neck muscles attach. Therefore, your symptoms are more indicative of myofascial inflammation in the neck. Regarding the medications you mentioned, if you are planning to become pregnant, it is advis...[Read More] Understanding Neck Pain: When to Seek Further Medical Advice
Chronic Hand Numbness and Pain: Which Specialist Should You See?
For years of paralysis and pain, which specialty should I consult? Hello, doctor. I often experience numbness, stiffness, and pain in both my hands, which has been ongoing for several years. The pain tends to be particularly severe in winter, waking me up at night in tears, espec...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the median nerve is compressed by ligaments as it passes through the wrist, leading to numbness in the hand from the thumb to half of the ring finger. Generally, sensory nerves are affected first, and after some time, motor nerves may als...[Read More] Chronic Hand Numbness and Pain: Which Specialist Should You See?
Understanding Persistent Head Pressure and Mild Pain: Causes and Prevention
Dull headache with a feeling of heaviness? I have occasionally experienced a sensation of heaviness in my head and tension-type headaches for about ten years, occurring roughly every one to two months. Last Thursday, I had a headache, which usually improves after a night's s...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Common symptoms of tension-type headaches are usually bilateral, located in the occipital and parietal regions, and sometimes the pain can be widespread. The nature of the pain is dull, aching, with a sensation of pressure or tightness, and it is non-pulsating and stiff. T...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Head Pressure and Mild Pain: Causes and Prevention
Understanding Symptoms: Neck Pain, Nasal Discomfort, and Headaches
Occipital headache and nasal congestion? Recently, I have been experiencing a sensation of soreness in my nose when I look down, and sometimes I have pain in the back of my head. When I tilt my head to one side, I feel like something is flowing inside my brain. What could these s...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, you mentioned experiencing a sensation of nasal discomfort, which may be related to the patency of the nasolacrimal duct. The phrase "a runny nose and tears" refers to this condition. The pain in the back of your head could be attributed to cervical myofascial pa...[Read More] Understanding Symptoms: Neck Pain, Nasal Discomfort, and Headaches
Understanding Tension and Pain After Self-Inflicted Head Trauma
After hitting both temples, there is tightness in the temples and neck-shoulder area? Hello Dr. Jiang: I recently had an argument with my family and, due to emotional instability, I struck the sides of my head with my fists several times with considerable force. At the moment, I ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, your symptoms are very similar to myofascial pain syndrome in the shoulder and neck region. This is because the fascia connects at the temples and the temporal lobes of the brain, and clinically, it often presents as pain at the affected area, di...[Read More] Understanding Tension and Pain After Self-Inflicted Head Trauma
Understanding Nighttime Anxiety: Headaches, Dizziness, and Sleep Issues
I'm really scared of dying... Please help me? I often have trouble sleeping at night, which has caused my sleep schedule to become reversed. One day, I felt dizzy and experienced tight, painful sensations around my forehead, with my blood pressure reaching as high as 135! I ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, you have a history of hypertension, overweight, and other cardiovascular diseases. If you experience sudden neurological deficits such as limb weakness or slurred speech, the first consideration should be cerebrovascular disease. However, the sym...[Read More] Understanding Nighttime Anxiety: Headaches, Dizziness, and Sleep Issues
High Eye Pressure and Headaches: Understanding Neurological Symptoms
Elevated intraocular pressure sensation + headache? Since last week, I have suddenly been experiencing frequent dizziness and headaches. When I close my eyes while sleeping, I feel a slight swelling in my eyes, and there are also some bloodshot areas. Over the past few days, the ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the common cause of forehead swelling is cervical myofascial pain. Prolonged periods of looking down can lead to overuse of the trapezius muscle in the neck, resulting in neck and shoulder discomfort. Initially, resting may alleviate the pain, bu...[Read More] High Eye Pressure and Headaches: Understanding Neurological Symptoms
Understanding Muscle Twitches and EMG Results: A Neurology Perspective
Muscle twitching and electromyography-related issues? Hello Doctor, Since around June 2017, I began to notice slight tremors in both of my hands, and when lying flat, I felt a sensation of my body vibrating. In July, I visited a neurologist for the first time, and the doctor ob...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Generally speaking, about 70% of patients with motor neuron disease present with limb weakness, while around 20% exhibit weakness in the bulbar region as their clinical manifestation. In terms of limb involvement, the initial presentation is usually asymmetric hand weaknes...[Read More] Understanding Muscle Twitches and EMG Results: A Neurology Perspective
Understanding Your Symptoms: Migraines and Shoulder Pain Explained
Migraine/Shoulder Pain Hello doctor, this week I have experienced transient headaches occurring at three different pain points on one side of my head, which sometimes shift to the other side. The pain is always transient and progressive, and I do not need to take painkillers. Occ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, due to the presence of localized pain points, myofascial pain syndrome in the neck should be considered first. This condition may present with pain, discomfort, muscle stiffness, or a feeling of heaviness. Symptoms may worsen with changes in weat...[Read More] Understanding Your Symptoms: Migraines and Shoulder Pain Explained
Understanding Persistent Tinnitus: Causes and When to Seek Help
Suspected persistent tinnitus? Hello Doctor: Recently, I have been frequently cleaning my ears, and I suspect that I may have caused some inflammation in the ear canal. I suddenly started experiencing a persistent sharp, electric-like sound in one ear, but my hearing in both ears...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Tinnitus can be attributed to issues originating from the ear or related to the brain. Common causes include external auditory canal inflammation, foreign body obstruction, and earwax buildup, which can all lead to tinnitus. Even dental extractions and temporomandibular jo...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Tinnitus: Causes and When to Seek Help
Can Cervical Nerve Compression Cause Redness in Hands and Fingers?
Cervical nerve compression can cause redness in the palms? My mother is 51 years old and has been experiencing cervical nerve compression and degeneration for the past two years. In the last month, her palms and fingers have turned a reddish-dark color, but she has no other disco...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Generally speaking, cervical spine curvature and narrowing deformities, along with intervertebral disc compression at the C4-C5 level affecting the nerves that innervate the shoulders, can lead to neck and shoulder pain. Additionally, compression at the C5-C6 level affecti...[Read More] Can Cervical Nerve Compression Cause Redness in Hands and Fingers?
Understanding Sleep Tension: Causes and Solutions for Relaxation
Inability to relax during sleep? Sometimes I suddenly wake up while sleeping, and I often feel tightness in the temples of my head. During sleep, I experience a sensation where tension starts from the lower half of my body and gradually moves up to my upper body and then to my he...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, the most common cause of neck stiffness 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 pain that may even extend to the bilateral postauricular fascia. Initi...[Read More] Understanding Sleep Tension: Causes and Solutions for Relaxation
Understanding Dizziness and Leg Discomfort: A Neurological Perspective
Increased dizziness, swelling in the left leg, and occasional numbness in both hands, with the left hand being more affected? Hello, doctor. Basically, I'm experiencing dizziness and issues with my left leg (the hot weather affects me significantly; my dizziness worsens and ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: The vascular stenosis you mentioned, if identified through a neck ultrasound, refers to the extracranial vessels, with the vertebral artery typically being more associated with dizziness. Controllable risk factors for stroke include metabolic syndrome, and your overweight ...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness and Leg Discomfort: A Neurological Perspective
Understanding Headaches Triggered by Head Movement: When to Seek Help
Headache caused by shaking the head? Hello doctor, in the past week, I have frequently experienced pain in the back of my head due to head shaking, which is also accompanied by neck stiffness. Additionally, I have had low-grade fevers at night. However, during times without head ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: A common cause of tension-type headaches is the common cold. During a cold, the body produces a large amount of lactic acid and inflammatory substances, leading to muscle soreness and discomfort. Usually, adequate hydration and rest can improve the condition. However, if t...[Read More] Understanding Headaches Triggered by Head Movement: When to Seek Help
Understanding One-Sided Neck Tightness: Is It a Stroke Warning?
Unilateral posterior neck tightness? Hello Doctor: Recently, I have been feeling a tight and painful sensation on the right side of my neck and the back of my head, especially in the afternoon while at work. I have been sitting in front of the computer for long periods for the pa...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, if you are experiencing warning signs of a stroke, there are usually localized neurological dysfunctions, such as loss of speech, motor function, or sensation. Since you do not have issues with hypertension, hyperlipidemia, or diabetes, your risk of having a stroke is rela...[Read More] Understanding One-Sided Neck Tightness: Is It a Stroke Warning?
Understanding Occipital Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Occipital pain Hello Doctor: My profession is a software engineer, so I spend long hours sitting in front of the computer writing code. When I focus intently, I can sit for 3 to 4 hours without getting up to move. Recently, I've been experiencing a tight pain on the left sid...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it does not seem to be symptoms of a stroke. The more common symptoms of a stroke include unilateral weakness or numbness. The cause of pain in the left posterior neck is more commonly due to cervical myofascial pain: prolonged periods of looking...[Read More] Understanding Occipital Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Could Head Symptoms Indicate a More Serious Condition Like a Tumor?
Is it possible that there is a more serious issue, such as a tumor? Head – When experiencing dizziness, it feels like a heavy, fleeting sensation. Sometimes there is blurred vision and intermittent headaches that are not severe, more like a throbbing pain, with a dull, tight sens...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: I'm not sure if your intraocular pressure is elevated. If there is a difference between your two eyes, it may be worth considering the possibility of glaucoma. Additionally, your symptoms cannot rule out vascular headaches such as migraines, although they are less com...[Read More] Could Head Symptoms Indicate a More Serious Condition Like a Tumor?