Understanding Nerve Damage After Leg Injury: Treatment and Rehabilitation Options
Neurological sluggishness Hello Doctor: I had a car accident in May that resulted in a tibial fracture in my lower leg, which has led to complex regional pain syndrome. Although I underwent emergency surgery, there has been nerve damage in the posterior part of my lower leg down ...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
The causes of compression have been addressed, and now it is important to be patient and continue with acupuncture nerve stimulation and rehabilitation. Regular follow-up visits to the outpatient clinic for monitoring are essential, as there is still a good chance for gradual rec...[Read More] Understanding Nerve Damage After Leg Injury: Treatment and Rehabilitation Options
Understanding Involuntary Muscle Twitches: Could It Be ALS?
Involuntary muscle twitching? Hello doctor, at the end of last year, my muscles started to twitch involuntarily. Initially, it lasted for 2-3 weeks, and then it stopped. Around February of this year, the muscle twitching started again and has continued to this day. I visited a ne...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Motor neuron disease is a progressive condition characterized by the degeneration of motor neurons. Therefore, in addition to involuntary muscle twitching, there will be subsequent symptoms such as impaired movement, muscle weakness, and atrophy. Whether this is the case can only...[Read More] Understanding Involuntary Muscle Twitches: Could It Be ALS?
Understanding Muscle Twitches: Causes and Concerns After Injury
Regarding muscle twitching? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask about a concern. My left foot's fourth toe has been twitching for four days now. About ten days ago, I was in a car accident, and my left big toe was injured. During this time, I have been wearing flip-flops, whic...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Currently, we are not considering motor neuron diseases; however, it is important to pay attention to the actions of raising the foot and toes, as well as the action of curling the toes down, to check for any weakness. There may be related nerve injuries from a car accident or mu...[Read More] Understanding Muscle Twitches: Causes and Concerns After Injury
Can I Get Eyelid Surgery After Facial Nerve Issues?
Facial nerve palsy Hello, about five years ago, I experienced symptoms of facial nerve palsy on the right side of my face. However, it recovered in about a month. Now, when I close my right eye, the corner of my mouth gets pulled, and when I pucker my lips, the right eye bag also...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Dear Jenny, this type of synergistic effect often occurs after nerve damage, where the newly regenerated nerves branch from a remaining nerve that originally innervated a small area of movement. Now, it has changed to innervate a larger area of movement, which can lead to uninten...[Read More] Can I Get Eyelid Surgery After Facial Nerve Issues?
Uncontrollable Facial Twitches After Cosmetic Surgery: Causes and Solutions
Involuntary twitching of the left cheek? Two years ago, I underwent cosmetic surgery to elevate my cheeks. (Below are the surgical details provided by my doctor.) After the surgery, my cheeks were quite swollen, and before the swelling subsided, my left cheek was accidentally bum...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Based on the symptom description, it is more akin to facial myokymia, which refers to involuntary muscle twitching of the facial muscles. This can range from benign nerve hyperexcitability (such as eyelid twitching) to involuntary discharges due to facial nerve damage, and to spe...[Read More] Uncontrollable Facial Twitches After Cosmetic Surgery: Causes and Solutions
Understanding the Causes of Delayed Recovery in Peripheral Nerve Injuries
Factors or causes affecting nerve regeneration? I am experiencing nerve damage in my right wrist. According to a diagnosis from a physician at Chi Mei Hospital, the conduction velocity is about one-third of that in my left hand. This may be a sequela from a car accident I had at ...
Dr. Huang Yingzhe Reply:
Based on the description, although the results of the nerve conduction study and electromyography are unknown, it sounds like an issue with the ulnar nerve. If, as you suspect, it is related to trauma, the reason for the lack of recovery could either be that the injury has caused...[Read More] Understanding the Causes of Delayed Recovery in Peripheral Nerve Injuries
Understanding Tongue Issues: Neurological Connections and Concerns
Tongue issues? Hello Doctor, I would like to inquire about an issue related to my tongue. Since February, I have felt something unusual on the surface of the front of my tongue, similar to the rough sensation after being scalded by hot water. I also feel that my taste sensitivity...
Dr. Huang Yongquan Reply:
Hello: The sensations of touch and taste on the tongue are governed by different cranial nerves. If both issues occur simultaneously, it is often due to peripheral nerve damage affecting the taste buds on the surface of the tongue, which can be caused by dietary habits, stress, o...[Read More] Understanding Tongue Issues: Neurological Connections and Concerns
Understanding Numbness in Toes: Causes and When to Seek Help
Numbness in the toes? Hello Doctor: I am a 40-year-old female, and I occasionally experience tingling in my toes and fingertips. Recently, I have been feeling frequent numbness in my left big toe, especially noticeable when I lie in bed before sleeping. What could be the cause of...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Peripheral neuropathy at the extremities is often due to specific causes such as peripheral nerve damage or peripheral circulation disorders. If symptoms worsen when lying in bed at night, it is important to consider whether there is lumbar spinal stenosis. When the lumbar region...[Read More] Understanding Numbness in Toes: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Left Leg Numbness: Causes and Solutions
Numbness and tingling in the left foot? Hello Dr. Lan: I have been experiencing a tingling and numb sensation in my left leg (from my thigh to my foot) for many years. I find it difficult to describe this feeling. Initially, I thought it was just my thigh that was sore, so I woul...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Hello, the symptoms you described may resemble lumbar nerve damage, possibly due to localized vascular or nerve compression. I recommend that you visit a neurology or rehabilitation clinic for an examination to confirm this. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Left Leg Numbness: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Neurological Symptoms After a Back Injury: What You Need to Know
After a back injury, it can lead to abnormal neurological sensations? Hello Doctor: I am currently undergoing rehabilitation for a back injury, but this injury has also caused me to experience taste abnormalities. After visiting an otolaryngologist, the doctor diagnosed me with &...
Dr. Zheng Zhiwen Reply:
Dear Hui, Hello. If the lower half of the body has reduced sensitivity and there is a history of lumbar spine injury, it is possible that there is damage to the lumbar nerves. A detailed examination of the symptoms may require a clinic visit or further testing for confirmation....[Read More] Understanding Neurological Symptoms After a Back Injury: What You Need to Know
Understanding Finger Numbness: Is It Just Exam Stress?
Numbness in the fingers? Hello Dr. Cheng, I have been participating in exams recently, and after a whole day of writing, I noticed that my right thumb feels numb when I press on it. I thought it would get better in a few days, but when I took a shower a few days later, I experien...
Dr. Zheng Zhiwen Reply:
Dear Xiao Qiao, Hello, excessive use of your hands and feet for a certain activity can lead to temporary nerve numbness; however, it usually improves with some rest. If there is no improvement after a month, it may indicate peripheral nerve damage, and you should seek medical ev...[Read More] Understanding Finger Numbness: Is It Just Exam Stress?
Post-Surgery Nerve Pain: Understanding Causes and Recovery Strategies
Nerve pain after hip surgery? Hello Doctor, my mother underwent hip joint surgery on her right leg three weeks ago. Post-surgery, she has been unable to move her toes, and there is no sensation in the bottom of her foot. This week, while she has gradually regained some slight fee...
Dr. Lin Zijing Reply:
The sensation of electric shock pain occurring every few seconds is likely a symptom of neuropathic pain. The inability to move the toes and the lack of sensation in the soles of the feet may indicate nerve compression symptoms. Hip joint surgery typically does not easily damage ...[Read More] Post-Surgery Nerve Pain: Understanding Causes and Recovery Strategies
Can Frequent Numbness in Feet from Squatting Cause Long-Term Damage?
Frequently causing your feet to become numb can lead to potential harm? Hello, doctor. If I experience numbness in my feet for more than five minutes every day due to having to squat, and although it eventually subsides, could this cause any long-term damage? Thank you.
Dr. Huang Yongquan Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, prolonged squatting or kneeling can lead to poor blood circulation or nerve compression, resulting in numbness in the legs. Typically, a short rest will allow for recovery; however, extended periods may cause more severe nerve damage, so it is...[Read More] Can Frequent Numbness in Feet from Squatting Cause Long-Term Damage?
Understanding Nerve Damage: Causes of Tingling and Weakness in Limbs
Mild numbness in the hands and feet to complete numbness in the limbs? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing mild numbness in some of my fingers since the Lunar New Year, which later progressed to a tingling sensation in all my fingers and toes. At times, my entire palms and sol...
Dr. Huang Yingzhe Reply:
Dear Dr. Huang Ying-Che from the Neurology Department of Tainan Hospital, Executive Yuan Health Department: Hello, Based on your age (31 years old) and the symptoms of numbness in your limbs, it appears to be more indicative of polyneuropathy. However, further inquiry into your...[Read More] Understanding Nerve Damage: Causes of Tingling and Weakness in Limbs
Understanding Gastrointestinal Sensation Loss and Sleep Issues
Gastrointestinal insensitivity and shallow sleep? Three weeks ago, I took painkillers, muscle relaxants, and gout medication for foot pain due to gout. After taking these medications continuously for three days, I stopped and noticed that I have lost gastrointestinal sensation, l...
Dr. Lin Zijing Reply:
In general, pain relievers and muscle relaxants do not cause the symptoms you mentioned. It is advisable to consult the prescribing physician or a gastroenterologist for more clarity.[Read More] Understanding Gastrointestinal Sensation Loss and Sleep Issues
Understanding Ulnar Nerve Palsy: Treatment Options and Recovery
Regarding the treatment of ulnar nerve palsy? Consulting a physician: The fourth finger and little finger of my left hand, as well as the outer side of my palm, have been numb for over half a month. The movement is still flexible, but the numbness is uncomfortable. I have seen a ...
Dr. Lin Zijing Reply:
The symptoms of numbness in the fourth finger, little finger, and the outer side of the palm are indicative of ulnar nerve damage. Prolonged severe injury may lead to atrophy of the intrinsic muscles of the hand. The etiology may be due to elbow compression or cervical radiculopa...[Read More] Understanding Ulnar Nerve Palsy: Treatment Options and Recovery
Should I Consult a Neurologist for Nerve Damage After Tooth Extraction?
Should I seek medical attention for inferior alveolar nerve injury caused by tooth extraction? Hello Dr. Gao: Thank you for taking the time to answer my questions! I had my lower left wisdom tooth extracted four days ago, and I have been following the doctor's advice regardi...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
The inferior alveolar nerve is a small branch of the trigeminal nerve. After wisdom tooth extraction, the chin usually recovers well, but sometimes localized swelling in the area can affect nerve function. The recovery time is not fixed; it can take a couple of months for some in...[Read More] Should I Consult a Neurologist for Nerve Damage After Tooth Extraction?
Understanding Post-Surgical Complications of Orthognathic Surgery
Orthognathic surgery sequelae I would like to inquire about the complications after orthognathic surgery. I underwent orthognathic surgery two weeks ago, specifically a Lefort I 3-piece osteotomy for the maxilla and a BSSO SSRO for the mandible (not the commonly performed IVRO in...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Issues in this area rarely come to the neurology department; at least, I haven't encountered them. I believe the surgeon would be more concerned than you are. The literature has reported similar cases, but they appear to involve only transient facial nerve dysfunction, with ...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgical Complications of Orthognathic Surgery
Muscle Twitches and Right Foot Tingling: Possible Neurological Causes
Muscle twitching accompanied by a tingling sensation in the right foot? Hello Doctor: For the past month or so, I have started experiencing muscle twitching. Initially, it only occurred in my legs, about every 2 to 3 days. However, recently it has also appeared in my upper limbs ...
Dr. Lin Zijing Reply:
This situation is somewhat similar to muscle fasciculations, which are involuntary twitches of the skeletal muscles. If this symptom occurs alongside decreased tendon reflexes, muscle atrophy, or muscle weakness, it typically indicates a lower motor neuron disease. This can invol...[Read More] Muscle Twitches and Right Foot Tingling: Possible Neurological Causes
Understanding Foot Pressure Sensation: Possible Causes and Insights
Inquiry Hello, Doctor: 1. I would like to ask about a sensation I experience upon waking up. I feel a pressure sensation on both sides of the sole of my right foot, which is particularly noticeable when I first get out of bed and walk. Although there is no visible swelling or t...
Dr. Chen Haorong Reply:
Hello: It is common to experience slight swelling in the feet after a night's sleep due to poor circulation, which may not always be visibly noticeable. Therefore, feeling pressure when stepping on the floor is a normal phenomenon. Another common cause is plantar fasciitis, ...[Read More] Understanding Foot Pressure Sensation: Possible Causes and Insights