Understanding Chronic Migraines: Symptoms and Neck Pain Connection
Chronic migraine I have a history of migraines, and sometimes I experience pain on one side of my head or in my forehead, along with a general headache that makes me feel nauseous and dizzy. Any movement triggers severe, throbbing pain that feels swollen and cold. Recently, I not...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, migraine symptoms typically last from 4 to 72 hours. The characteristics of the headache include unilateral pain, which may feel like throbbing or pressure, often accompanied by a pulsating sensation. Severe pain can lead to nausea and vomiting, ...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Migraines: Symptoms and Neck Pain Connection
Understanding Dizziness and Numbness: When to Seek Neurological Care
Symptoms such as dizziness and numbness in the hands? Hello Doctor: In the past week, I have often felt a sensation of pressure in my head after walking just a few steps. My eyes, temples, neck, and throat feel very tight, and my legs feel light while walking. This sensation last...
Dr. Yang Shenggong Reply:
Based on your description, your issue seems to be dizziness characterized by a sensation of heaviness in the head and lightness in the feet, accompanied by cold and numbness in the limbs. These symptoms have been intermittent over the past week. Possible causes include: 1. Anemia...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness and Numbness: When to Seek Neurological Care
Understanding Severe One-Sided Headaches: Causes and Treatments
Unilateral severe headache Hello Doctor, two weeks ago I suddenly had a severe headache, and since then I've experienced pain almost every day. The pain is localized in the area of the right occipital region (I can feel tenderness when I press on it), and it radiates into my...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Based on your description, the most common causes are tension-type headache or cervicogenic headache. 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 d...[Read More] Understanding Severe One-Sided Headaches: Causes and Treatments
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
Left Hand Numbness and Neck Burning: Which Specialist to Consult?
Numbness in the left hand and a burning sensation in the cervical spine? Hello doctor, my left ring finger and little finger initially had a numb sensation, and recently I visited a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner who said that there is a herniation at the cervical vert...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, your symptoms may be related to cervical disc herniation. Symptoms often worsen with coughing or sneezing, which can exacerbate nerve root pain. A disc protruding posteriorly or posterolaterally can compress the nerve roots, leading to clinical s...[Read More] Left Hand Numbness and Neck Burning: Which Specialist to Consult?
Understanding Side Effects of Nicametate Citrate 50mg: A Patient's Experience
The side effects of Nicametate Citrate 50 mg may include gastrointestinal disturbances such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. Other potential side effects Since October 2015, I have experienced involuntary body jerks that wake me up during sleep, leading to insom...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Based on the process you described, it seems to be a side effect of the medication. Generally, when we prescribe this medication to patients, the experience is relatively straightforward, and only a few have reported side effects similar to yours. Typically, these side effects re...[Read More] Understanding Side Effects of Nicametate Citrate 50mg: A Patient's Experience
Understanding Neurological Symptoms: Numbness and Dizziness Explained
Dizziness and a feeling of pressure in the back of the head? Hello, Doctor! I would like to ask about an incident that occurred on the night of April 8th. I was lying in bed watching TV and used my left pinky finger to scratch my face when suddenly my left pinky became weak and u...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, your symptoms seem to resemble sensory abnormalities in the distribution area of the eighth cervical nerve root caused by nerve compression, along with shoulder and neck pain. The common causes are often due to overwork or poor posture leading to...[Read More] Understanding Neurological Symptoms: Numbness and Dizziness Explained
Pain Behind the Ear: Causes and Treatment Options
The bone behind the ear is very painful? Hello doctor, today my friend was playing basketball and accidentally got hit on the bone behind the ear by someone's elbow. It has been painful since then, radiating from the bone near the ear down to the neck, making it very difficu...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
This area is actually very close to some important nerves and blood vessels. If the position is off or the force applied is too strong, it could lead to serious consequences. If it's just a muscle contusion or a subcutaneous hematoma, it should heal on its own. However, if i...[Read More] Pain Behind the Ear: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Headaches and Dizziness: Key Neurological Insights
Headache and dizziness? For the past two weeks, I have experienced occasional sharp pain in my head. Starting yesterday, I feel very dizzy whenever I apply pressure to the left side of my head. What should I be concerned about?
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Based on your description, the most common cause is tension-type headache. 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, aching, with a sensatio...[Read More] Understanding Headaches and Dizziness: Key Neurological Insights
Understanding Eye Twitching and Facial Muscle Spasms: When to Seek Help
Eyelid twitching and facial muscle spasms? I started experiencing frequent twitching in my left upper eyelid about three months ago. After approximately two months, the twitching has decreased but still occurs. Subsequently, my left eye's vision began to blur, and I have bee...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
There should be a lesion in the intracranial area, and prompt medical attention is necessary. It is advisable to first consult a neurologist, who may refer you to relevant specialties for further management if needed.[Read More] Understanding Eye Twitching and Facial Muscle Spasms: When to Seek Help
Understanding Headaches and Dizziness: Neurology Insights
Headache and dizziness? For the past two weeks, I've experienced occasional sharp pain in my head, and since the day before yesterday, I've been feeling very dizzy whenever pressure is applied to the left side of my head.
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Based on your description, the most common cause is tension-type headache. 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, aching, with a sensatio...[Read More] Understanding Headaches and Dizziness: Neurology Insights
Dizziness, Blurred Vision, and Leg Pain: Neurological Concerns Explained
Dizziness, blurred vision, and calf pain? Hello Dr. Jiang, I have recently been experiencing symptoms as described in the subject. I am hesitant to go to the hospital for an examination because I fear that nothing will be wrong, so I am here to inquire. Note: I have previously ha...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Based on your description: You mentioned symptoms of dizziness and leg cramps, which are likely indicative of two potential issues. If the dizziness occurs primarily when standing, it may be due to reduced cerebral blood flow when standing, as the heart may not be able to immedia...[Read More] Dizziness, Blurred Vision, and Leg Pain: Neurological Concerns Explained
Understanding Numbness in Hands and Face: When to Seek Help
Numbness in the hands and face? Hello, about one or two months ago, I started experiencing numbness in the fingers of both hands (mainly in the outermost joints, with the middle three fingers being the most affected and the thumb less so). Initially, it occurred only occasionally...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it may be necessary to consider cervical disc herniation causing nerve compression, which can lead to symptoms of radiating abnormal sensations. Disc herniation can also occur due to sudden injuries, such as a rapid head turn, or due to prolonged...[Read More] Understanding Numbness in Hands and Face: When to Seek Help
Understanding Dizziness: Insights from a Neurology Perspective
Dizziness inquiry? Hello Dr. Jiang, I previously sought help from a neurologist due to sudden dizziness. The symptoms began while sitting, with a sensation starting from the back of my head. The surroundings did not appear distorted or spinning. Later, the condition worsened, but...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Based on your description, the symptoms you mentioned are more likely due to syncope. Syncope is more likely to occur when a person is standing, as this position results in the least blood flow to the brain. Often, there is not enough time to react, leading to fainting. The chanc...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness: Insights from a Neurology Perspective
Understanding Muscle Twitches and Dizziness: Neurological Insights
Muscle twitching Hello doctor, I have recently been feeling like my balance is leaning to the left. Sometimes I feel dizzy, and my hands occasionally feel weak, although they can feel normal at other times. Additionally, my muscles sometimes twitch.
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the most common cause of the left-sided neck symptoms 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 soreness, stiffness, and tigh...[Read More] Understanding Muscle Twitches and Dizziness: Neurological Insights
Can Hirayama Disease and Spinal Injuries Cause Headaches and Dizziness?
Hirayama disease Can cervical spondylosis and nerve compression due to acquired injuries lead to headaches and dizziness?
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the possible cause of cervical spondylotic myelopathy may be repetitive or sustained neck flexion, which causes abnormal anterior displacement of the cervical dura mater in the lower neck, leading to compression of the cervical spinal cord. Repea...[Read More] Can Hirayama Disease and Spinal Injuries Cause Headaches and Dizziness?
Understanding Dizziness and Unusual Sensations: Neurological Insights
Dizziness and a feeling of discomfort on one side of the body? I have been experiencing a strange sensation on the right side of my body that I can't quite describe. Initially, I suspected it was weakness, but later it felt more like stiffness. This condition has persisted f...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, there are many factors that can cause symptoms of dizziness, such as anemia, autonomic dysfunction, and inner ear imbalance. Additionally, your symptoms combined with neck pain may suggest myofascial pain syndrome, which can present with pain, di...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness and Unusual Sensations: Neurological Insights
Understanding Nighttime Headaches: Causes and Solutions
Headache before bedtime? Sometimes I experience severe headaches before going to sleep. Lying down in a specific position helps alleviate the pain, but when I change positions, the pain starts again. What could be the possible issue? Thank you.
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the cause of your headache may be attributed to 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 all...[Read More] Understanding Nighttime Headaches: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Persistent Head Pressure in Children: A Neurological Perspective
Children experiencing persistent head heaviness? A third-grade child frequently complains of dizziness, describing a persistent feeling of pressure in the center of the upper part of the brain for the past four months. He does not experience true vertigo but feels a constant dull...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
I can't say for sure that there are no issues, but if the activity level is good and appetite is normal, it is commonly seen as tension-type headaches. If the symptoms show a trend of becoming more severe, I would recommend scheduling an appointment with a pediatric neurolog...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Head Pressure in Children: A Neurological Perspective
Understanding Pashan Syndrome and Cervical Dislocation: Symptoms and Concerns
Pillars disease, cervical vertebral dislocation? At the age of 15, I was diagnosed with Chiari malformation at Taipei Veterans General Hospital, and at 14, I suffered a cervical spine dislocation due to a fall. I would like to ask: 1. Is the dizziness I experience and the neck pa...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Cervical vertebral displacement was ruled out during the MRI examination. If displacement still occurs, surgical treatment can resolve the issue, and this diagnosis will not be made. Basilar invagination is caused by changes in the distribution of venous blood within the cervical...[Read More] Understanding Pashan Syndrome and Cervical Dislocation: Symptoms and Concerns