Understanding Persistent Throat Pain: Is It a Neurological Issue?
Is there a problem with the nervous system? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing a sensation of a foreign body and sharp pain in my oral and pharyngeal walls, which becomes particularly pronounced when swallowing saliva. There is also sharp pain and a foreign body sensation nea...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Miss Lin, Regarding the "medication for post-nasal drip" you mentioned, it may cause discomfort such as dry mouth. Additionally, it is important to consider female hormones and autoimmune issues. Since your symptoms are atypical and you have sought multiple medica...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Throat Pain: Is It a Neurological Issue?
Understanding Pudendal Nerve Issues: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Pudendal nerve The patient is experiencing neurological discomfort in the female genital area, characterized by a persistent sensation of being touched that is not related to sexual arousal. This has led to abnormal erections and discomfort that radiates to the right leg, persist...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, You mentioned that "there may even be discomfort extending to the right leg..." which may warrant consideration of lumbar nerve root compression. Typical symptoms associated with lumbar nerve root pathology include pain radiating from the buttocks down the leg,...[Read More] Understanding Pudendal Nerve Issues: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Understanding Pudendal Nerve Issues: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Pudendal nerve The patient is experiencing neurological discomfort in the female genital area, characterized by a persistent sensation of being touched that is not driven by sexual desire. This condition has led to abnormal erections and discomfort radiating down the right leg, p...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, You mentioned that "there may even be discomfort radiating down the right leg..." which may indicate compression of the lumbar nerve roots. Typical symptoms associated with lumbar nerve root pathology include pain radiating from the buttocks down the leg, as we...[Read More] Understanding Pudendal Nerve Issues: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Understanding Pudendal Nerve Issues: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Pudendal nerve The patient is experiencing neurological discomfort in the female genital area, characterized by a persistent sensation of being touched that is not related to sexual arousal. This has led to abnormal erections and discomfort extending to the right leg, lasting for...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, You mentioned that "there may even be discomfort extending to the right leg..." which may indicate compression of the lumbar nerve roots. Typical symptoms associated with lumbar nerve root pathology include pain radiating from the buttocks down the leg, as well...[Read More] Understanding Pudendal Nerve Issues: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Understanding Occasional Facial Numbness: Is It Related to Nerve Issues?
Occasional facial numbness? Last night, while lying flat in bed, I suddenly felt a tingling and numb sensation on the left side of my face and around my ear. It felt somewhat cool and was different from the numbness caused by posture issues. It was only slightly uncomfortable, bu...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Cherry, You mentioned that "facial movements are normal," which is less indicative of facial nerve damage. Facial nerve damage primarily affects the seventh cranial nerve, with clinical symptoms including a sensation of stiffness in the face and loss of motor ...[Read More] Understanding Occasional Facial Numbness: Is It Related to Nerve Issues?
Could Improper Massage Techniques Lead to Nerve Damage?
Is there a possibility of nerve damage? Hello, doctor. During the pandemic, my mother felt unwell after carrying heavy objects and has been experiencing persistent headaches. She used an old handheld massager for full-body massage (not a fascia massage gun), and during the massag...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Hu, Your mother is likely over 65 years old, and if she is experiencing an atypical fracture at the junction of the shoulder and chest, it may be necessary to consider osteoporosis. An evaluation for an elderly patient should include: bone density testing, metabolic syn...[Read More] Could Improper Massage Techniques Lead to Nerve Damage?
Understanding Perineal Neuropathy: Diagnosis and Testing Options
Pudendal neuropathy I previously asked you about pain at the tip of my penis, but my urine tests are normal. If it is perineal neuropathy, what tests are needed for diagnosis? Will it be very complicated?
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: For peripheral nerve compression, the diagnosis is typically made using electromyography (EMG), which involves needle insertion and electrical stimulation to confirm nerve damage. This method is commonly used to locate spinal nerve injuries or brachial plexus injuries, amo...[Read More] Understanding Perineal Neuropathy: Diagnosis and Testing Options
Sudden Facial Drooping After Injury: Understanding Possible Causes
Waking up suddenly with a crooked mouth? Hello Doctor: I have a history of hypertension. Last Wednesday, I was hit on the left big toe by a piece of wood, which turned black and caused me intense pain that nearly made me faint. That evening, I noticed some twitching on the left s...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Ms. Juan: Your symptoms are very similar to peripheral facial nerve palsy, primarily affecting the seventh cranial nerve. The clinical symptoms include occasional numbness or stiffness in the face. Due to the inability to close the eyelids, tearing may also occur. Sometim...[Read More] Sudden Facial Drooping After Injury: Understanding Possible Causes
Persistent Scalp Tingling and Tightness After Shingles: Seeking Relief
Scalp tingling, tightness, and burning sensation? I have shingles on my head and right eye, which has lasted for 2 months. The neuropathic pain has resolved, and my right eye is fine. However, I still experience numbness, tightness, and burning sensations on my scalp. My neurolog...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello, Mr. Hsieh! Herpes zoster can cause nerve damage, and the recovery time is relatively long. Please be patient and cooperate with the treatment.[Read More] Persistent Scalp Tingling and Tightness After Shingles: Seeking Relief
Ankle Injury After Car Accident: Understanding Nerve Issues and Recovery
Ankle sprain after a car accident with numbness in the dorsum of the foot? Hello Doctor, I injured my ankle in a car accident when it was compressed by a motorcycle in an outward-turned position. At the emergency room, I was diagnosed with an ankle contusion and was unable to wal...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms are more indicative of damage to the sensory nerves in the dorsal aspect of the foot. Due to nerve damage, there is an abnormal sensation of touch. If pain occurs when pressure is applied, it usually involves the transmission of proprioceptive signals. For ne...[Read More] Ankle Injury After Car Accident: Understanding Nerve Issues and Recovery
Experiencing Numbness in Right Face and Hand: When to Seek Medical Help?
Sometimes, the right side of my face and hand experiences numbness? Hello doctor, my symptoms include occasional numbness and stiffness in the right corner of my mouth, which is accompanied by numbness in my right hand. The symptoms resolve after a while. I have been experiencing...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: How long have your symptoms been persisting? Some conditions may cause neuropathy, and your symptoms might warrant consideration of sensory nerve damage between the thalamus and the brainstem. If your symptoms are recurrent, it is advisable to seek medical evaluation. I re...[Read More] Experiencing Numbness in Right Face and Hand: When to Seek Medical Help?
Understanding Facial Nerve Palsy: Symptoms, Treatments, and Next Steps
Hello, I would like to inquire about facial nerve paralysis? Hello, thank you very much for taking the time to respond. About two days ago, I noticed some abnormalities in my face, which I would like to describe: I am experiencing weakness on the right side of my face, such as be...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms are very similar to peripheral facial nerve palsy, primarily affecting the seventh cranial nerve. The clinical symptoms include occasional numbness or stiffness in the face. Due to the inability to close the eyelids, tearing may also occur. Sometimes, patient...[Read More] Understanding Facial Nerve Palsy: Symptoms, Treatments, and Next Steps
Is Your IV Injection Causing Nerve Damage? Symptoms and Solutions
Experiencing sharp pain at the moment of intravenous (IV) insertion may not necessarily indicate nerve damage. It could be a result of the needle penetrating the skin and tissue, which can cause temporary discomfort. However, if the pain persists or is accompanied by other sympto...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: The numbness and pain in your thumb may indicate symptoms of nerve compression. This could be due to localized tissue inflammation or pressure from muscles and ligaments. Generally, inflammation tends to resolve within 2-3 weeks. It is recommended that you consult a neurol...[Read More] Is Your IV Injection Causing Nerve Damage? Symptoms and Solutions
Understanding Finger Pain and Numbness from Gaming: Causes and Solutions
Long-term use of the index finger on the keyboard can lead to pain in the finger joints and numbness in the index finger when holding objects while standing? Due to playing some online games, I may have caused pain in the joint of my index finger from excessive clicking. Now, whe...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, your symptoms seem to resemble sensory abnormalities in the distribution areas of the sixth and seventh cervical nerve roots caused by nerve compression. Shoulder, neck, and back pain are common ailments in modern individuals, especially among th...[Read More] Understanding Finger Pain and Numbness from Gaming: Causes and Solutions
White Fingertip and Numbness Months After Wasp Sting: Causes and Concerns
A few months after a bee sting, the ring finger occasionally appears pale? Hello: I'm not sure if this is a post-reaction to a wasp sting, but several months after being stung, my ring finger sometimes turns pale and feels numb. The sting occurred at the second joint of the ...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello: It may be peripheral nerve damage causing vasoconstriction. It is recommended to visit a neurologist for examination.[Read More] White Fingertip and Numbness Months After Wasp Sting: Causes and Concerns
Understanding ALS: Muscle Disease Insights and EMG Testing Explained
Please ask again? Hello Doctor, I am the gentleman referred to as #161419. You mentioned that "if it is a muscle disease, there usually won't be just one abnormality." Is amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) also considered a muscle disease? If I am being tested for...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: The condition you mentioned is known as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), which is a type of motor neuron disease. This disease involves the degeneration of the nerves that control muscle movement. Electromyography (EMG) may show signs of nerve damage at different stage...[Read More] Understanding ALS: Muscle Disease Insights and EMG Testing Explained
Understanding Facial Asymmetry and Neurological Symptoms: When to Seek Help
I'm not sure if I need to seek medical attention? I have always felt that my face is asymmetrical; the right side feels looser and weaker, the corners of my mouth droop, and my right eye appears larger and is more prone to dryness (which has led me to habitually blink harder...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the issue of facial asymmetry can be evaluated through facial nerve electrophysiological tests to help clarify whether there is any facial nerve damage. Regarding the dizziness and the sensation of vibrations you mentioned, it may be worth consid...[Read More] Understanding Facial Asymmetry and Neurological Symptoms: When to Seek Help
Understanding Muscle Weakness and Pain: A Neurology Perspective
Hand pain with a sensation of weakness? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing muscle twitching since the end of April, and it continues to this day. Initially, it was a persistent twitch in a fixed location, but after a while, it became random, with occasional twitches that vary...
Dr. Hong Weibin Reply:
Hello: If you have undergone multiple neurophysiological examinations that have all returned normal results, you generally do not need to worry excessively about the possibility of motor neuron disease and may want to consider other potential causes. I recommend discussing this f...[Read More] Understanding Muscle Weakness and Pain: A Neurology Perspective
Understanding Facial Nerve Paralysis: Pain Management and Recovery Insights
Facial nerve paralysis with left-sided facial pain during treatment? Hello Doctor, I started experiencing an imbalance and paralysis in my face on August 1st. After seeking treatment at the hospital on August 3rd, I have been undergoing a combination of Western medication and acu...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms are very similar to peripheral facial nerve palsy, primarily affecting the seventh cranial nerve. The clinical symptoms include occasional numbness or stiffness in the face. Due to the inability to close the eyelids, tearing may also occur. Sometimes patients...[Read More] Understanding Facial Nerve Paralysis: Pain Management and Recovery Insights
Understanding Dizziness, Nausea, and Weakness: Possible Neurological Issues
Dizziness, nausea, and weakness or numbness in the limbs? Hello, I started experiencing dizziness upon waking up on June 9th, initially thinking it was due to getting up too quickly. However, the dizziness persisted throughout the day, occurring whether I was standing, sitting, o...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, I'm not sure if you have issues with sleep apnea. Some symptoms may suggest autonomic nervous system dysfunction. Our autonomic nervous system is regulated by the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems; one acts as the accelerator, ...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness, Nausea, and Weakness: Possible Neurological Issues