Understanding Headaches and Dizziness: Causes and Concerns
Headache and feelings of dizziness or brain fog? Hello Dr. Jiang, Last Monday, while I was taking a shower, the water might have been too hot, and I suddenly felt a rush to my head. After showering, I felt a bit dizzy. A few days later (around last Wednesday), I started experien...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Mr. K: I would like to know if you have a smoking habit? This may increase the risk of cerebrovascular diseases. You mentioned that "I feel like my right eye's vision has declined; I have to strain to see things that were once clear." This may warrant conside...[Read More] Understanding Headaches and Dizziness: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Sudden Pain and Numbness in the Left Foot
Severe pain and numbness in the left dorsum of the foot? Dr. Tsai: Hello. I drove home for over an hour, and after getting out of the car, I took just two steps when I suddenly felt a tingling pain in the top of my left foot. The pain feels like a cramp and has been persistent, e...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello, Mrs. Hsieh: The symptoms mentioned above may be caused by nerve compression. It is recommended to visit a neurologist for an evaluation of the underlying cause.[Read More] Understanding Sudden Pain and Numbness in the Left Foot
Understanding Right-Side Numbness: Causes and Concerns in Neurology
Numbness in the right side of the face, hands, and feet? Hello, I initially experienced numbness in my right hand's ring and little fingers, as well as numbness on the right side of my face. Sometimes, I feel saliva pooling in my mouth. I consulted a neurologist who performe...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Ms. Ping, You mentioned that "the ring finger and little finger are numb," which is more indicative of ulnar nerve pathology. You also mentioned that "the MRI of the spine shows mild disc herniation." Often, because the MRI is performed while lying down...[Read More] Understanding Right-Side Numbness: Causes and Concerns in Neurology
Understanding Nerve Pain: When to See a Neurologist or Specialist
Pain and numbness in the hands and feet? Hello doctor, I have pain from my lower back to my buttocks and down to my calves, with pain in my heels and soles. My fourth toe has an angle that causes discomfort, possibly due to tight shoes compressing it, which feels like it might be...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Mr. Ming-Ting, You mentioned that the pain from the lower back to the buttocks, down to the calves, and from the heels to the soles of the feet resembles a condition related to the sciatic nerve. Additionally, the tingling and numbness in your ring and little fingers are mo...[Read More] Understanding Nerve Pain: When to See a Neurologist or Specialist
Understanding Nerve Compression: Left Upper Back and Limb Numbness Issues
Frequent numbness in the upper left back and numbness in the limbs while sleeping? Hello, doctor. I have the following main symptoms and I'm unsure if they are related: 1. I frequently experience numbness in the upper left back (around the scapula) that started about three...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Mr. Wu: You mentioned, "Could the physician determine if it is due to thoracic nerve compression or a brain issue?" The symptoms include "involuntary muscle twitching in small, localized areas throughout the body, visible to the naked eye, which has persisted...[Read More] Understanding Nerve Compression: Left Upper Back and Limb Numbness Issues
Understanding Nerve Issues: Frequent Left Upper Back and Limb Numbness
Frequent numbness in the upper left back and numbness in the limbs while sleeping? Hello, doctor. I have the following main symptoms and I'm not sure if they are related: 1. I have frequent numbness in the upper left back area, which started about three years ago. X-rays a...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Mr. Wu, You mentioned, "Could the physician determine if the issue is due to thoracic nerve compression or a brain problem?" The symptoms include "involuntary muscle twitching in small, non-fixed areas of the body, visible to the naked eye, which has persist...[Read More] Understanding Nerve Issues: Frequent Left Upper Back and Limb Numbness
Morning Numbness and Cramps in Fingers: Possible Causes and Solutions
Numbness and even cramping in the middle and ring fingers upon waking up? Hello, doctor. About three months ago, I started experiencing numbness in my right middle and ring fingers every morning after waking up. After moving my neck a bit, the sensation would improve. I initially...
Dr. Hong Weibin Reply:
Hello: It is possible that there is nerve compression, such as cervical radiculopathy or carpal tunnel syndrome. You may seek assistance from a neurologist and arrange for an examination.[Read More] Morning Numbness and Cramps in Fingers: Possible Causes and Solutions
Understanding Your Body's Tension: Insights on Fibromyalgia and Beyond
The body feels as if it is bound by a rope, similar to Dongpo pork? Hello, doctor. Since March of last year, I have felt as if my body is bound by a rope, similar to Dongpo pork. The thickness of this rope feels about the same as the wire of earphones (the thinner ones for the le...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Mr. Franky, You mentioned that "the sensation travels from the left side up through the neck, passing through the left ear and splitting into two paths around the left eye, then running down the right side of the back to the right palm. Although there is no obvious fe...[Read More] Understanding Your Body's Tension: Insights on Fibromyalgia and Beyond
Understanding Nerve Compression: Questions on Symptoms and Recovery
Follow-up questions regarding nerve compression..? Hello Doctor, I previously inquired about ulnar nerve compression, and I subsequently went to a neurologist for nerve conduction studies and X-rays. However, the doctor informed me that the nerve conduction in both of my median n...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Mr. JAM: 1. The doctor prescribed me a 30-day supply of B vitamins and medication to improve peripheral nerves, stating that it is for health maintenance. Additionally, he suggested wearing a wrist brace. Is this considered serious? 2. I found online that severe cases o...[Read More] Understanding Nerve Compression: Questions on Symptoms and Recovery
Persistent Numbness in Left Shoulder Blade After Lifting Heavy Objects
Numbness in the left scapula? Hello, Doctor. Last week, after lifting a heavy object with my left hand, I experienced muscle soreness the next day, accompanied by numbness. However, the numbness disappears when I stretch or change positions. As of today, the soreness has subsided...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Sir: You mentioned that "hunchback posture can easily lead to numbness in the left scapula." This symptom may indicate compression of the nerve roots at thoracic vertebrae 4-5, or injury to the brachial plexus nerves. Cervical nerve injuries require laboratory di...[Read More] Persistent Numbness in Left Shoulder Blade After Lifting Heavy Objects
Relieving Numbness and Pain: Understanding Ulnar Nerve Compression
Hand numbness: Ulnar nerve compression? Hello Doctor, today while sitting on the sofa watching TV, I unexpectedly experienced numbness and a burning sensation in my left hand, specifically in the ring and little fingers. Gradually, my entire forearm and the back of my hand starte...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: You mentioned experiencing "numbness and a burning sensation in the left ring and little fingers, followed by a gradual feeling of discomfort and numbness in the entire forearm and back of the hand." This may indicate "cubital tunnel syndrome," primaril...[Read More] Relieving Numbness and Pain: Understanding Ulnar Nerve Compression
Understanding Nerve Damage and Recovery After Rhabdomyolysis
Numbness and weakness in the legs? Hello, doctor. On October 8th of this year, I drank too much at a social gathering and fell asleep on the floor. I woke up the next afternoon with my entire right leg feeling numb. I initially thought it would get better quickly, but I went to t...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Mr. Chang: You mentioned that "the doctor said it takes time to repair the nerves, and currently, I am undergoing rehabilitation and taking B12, but it has been two months since the incident... will treatment help me recover faster?" The symptoms seem more like ne...[Read More] Understanding Nerve Damage and Recovery After Rhabdomyolysis
Understanding Hand Numbness: Ulnar Nerve Compression and Neck Issues
Vague sensations of hand numbness? Hello Doctor, I have recently been experiencing a tingling and discomfort in my left hand fingers. Initially, it was a burning sensation in my ring and little fingers, and later the other three fingers on my left hand also started to feel numb, ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Mr. JAM: You mentioned that "the other three fingers of my left hand also started to feel numb, and there is some weakness in my hand. I visited a rehabilitation specialist who said it is ulnar nerve compression." If it is ulnar nerve compression, it typically rel...[Read More] Understanding Hand Numbness: Ulnar Nerve Compression and Neck Issues
Understanding Nerve Sensations After Injections: Causes and Concerns
Numbness in the leg after an injection? Hello, doctor. A neurosurgeon administered glucose prolotherapy to me, injecting it into the back of my knee. During the injection, it stimulated a nerve, causing my calf to go numb all the way to the sole of my foot. I reported this to the...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Ms. Mi: You mentioned that "it only takes about 30 seconds to trim my toenails while bending my knees, and when I stretch my legs, I feel a tingling sensation in the soles of my feet." Your symptoms seem to be posture-related, and it may be worth considering perip...[Read More] Understanding Nerve Sensations After Injections: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Persistent Dizziness and Heaviness After Vaccination
Feeling of heaviness in the head accompanied by a sensation of dizziness and swaying of the body? Hello, doctor. I am 41 years old. In February 2021, I slipped and fell in the bathroom, hitting the back of my head, which swelled up. At the time, I didn't have any issues and ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Ms. Chen: You mentioned that "about three days after receiving the BNT vaccine, I felt a heaviness in my head, and occasionally I feel dizzy, as if I'm swaying." The issue of dizziness may also be related to factors such as poor inner ear circulation, inadequ...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Dizziness and Heaviness After Vaccination
Understanding Left-Side Numbness: Causes and When to Seek Help
Numbness in the left hand and left foot? Hello Dr. Jiang, I would like to ask about a condition I've been experiencing recently. For the past few days, when I wake up in the morning, I feel numbness from my left elbow to my fingers, and also from my left ankle to my toes. To...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Ms. Liu, You mentioned that "the left elbow to the fingers often feels numb," which may suggest a common condition of ulnar nerve compression. However, you also noted that "even the left side of the face feels numb, and there are involuntary twitching episod...[Read More] Understanding Left-Side Numbness: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding ALS: Symptoms and Concerns About Muscle Weakness
Fear of developing amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)? Hello, doctor. Recently, I have been experiencing muscle twitching all over my body, and after some research, I found that it could possibly be amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). I am becoming increasingly worried and woul...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Mr. Wei, You mentioned that "the soles of my feet occasionally feel a twitching sensation, and my feet easily become numb." These symptoms are more indicative of peripheral nerve compression, as motor neuron diseases typically do not present with significant sens...[Read More] Understanding ALS: Symptoms and Concerns About Muscle Weakness
Understanding Persistent Muscle Twitching in the Right Buttock
Prolonged muscle twitching in the right buttock? Tonight, I suddenly experienced continuous muscle twitching in my right buttock. It seems to lessen or stop when I get up and walk around, but it keeps twitching when I sit or lie down. This has been going on for three hours. What ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Mr. Wei, You mentioned experiencing "constant twitching in the muscles of the right buttock," which may suggest peripheral nerve symptoms, such as lumbar nerve inflammation, leading to instability in the affected muscles. Regarding your inquiry about "numbnes...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Muscle Twitching in the Right Buttock
Understanding Sudden Left Foot Pain and Heart Discomfort: A Neurology Perspective
Foot pain and palpitations? In the past year, I have been experiencing sudden pain in my left foot. It started with my big toe, and now the pain has progressed upwards, reaching below my knee. This issue only affects my left foot; my right foot is completely fine. The pain comes ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Mr. Hsiang, You mentioned that "only the thumb... suddenly hurts a lot." I wonder if this pain is located at the joint? It may be necessary to first consider joint-related diseases, such as gout, among others. However, if you experience symptoms including pain, nu...[Read More] Understanding Sudden Left Foot Pain and Heart Discomfort: A Neurology Perspective
Understanding Facial Twitching and Arm Symptoms: When to Seek Medical Advice
Facial twitching? Hello, Doctor Jiang. I have two questions to ask. About two years ago, I was rehabilitating at home for frozen shoulder when I suddenly noticed that my right cheek would involuntarily twitch while performing a stretching exercise that involved making large cir...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: You mentioned that "the right cheek still has noticeable involuntary twitching. After testing, it was found that the twitching of the right cheek is triggered by movements involving the left arm," which may indicate a neurological dysfunction affecting the motor ...[Read More] Understanding Facial Twitching and Arm Symptoms: When to Seek Medical Advice