Neck Pain and Hand Numbness: Understanding the Causes and Treatments
Neck pain and numbness in the hands? I often experience neck pain, and recently I've been waking up with numbness in my hands, especially when I sleep on my back with my hands on my stomach or when lying on my side. I also sometimes feel a tingling sensation in various parts...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, your symptoms may be due to cervical nerve root compression or peripheral nerve compression. Clinically, the affected area of numbness can help determine which nerve is involved. For example, cervical radiculopathy from the sixth cervical nerve r...[Read More] Neck Pain and Hand Numbness: Understanding the Causes and Treatments
Why Does My Mouth Tingle While Eating? Understanding Nerve Issues
Numbness in the mouth while eating? Hello, doctor. Sometimes when I eat, I feel a tingling sensation around my mouth, similar to the feeling of blood circulating after exercise. It usually goes away after I finish eating or a few minutes later. I also tend to have cold hands and ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, if you are experiencing facial numbness along with tingling sensations in your limbs, it may be necessary to consider hyperventilation syndrome. As for the coldness in your hands and feet, there are many potential causes ranging from anemia to au...[Read More] Why Does My Mouth Tingle While Eating? Understanding Nerve Issues
Understanding Emotional Triggers: Why Anger Causes Tremors and Body Movements
Why do our hands shake and our bodies move involuntarily when we experience intense emotions or anger? Hello Doctor: Why do I start to shake my hands and sway my body back and forth whenever I get angry or emotionally agitated? Sometimes, I unconsciously grab my head, and after m...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Based on your description, it may be necessary to consider symptoms of hyperventilation associated with emotional intensity. Hyperventilation can lead to a sensation of suffocation and affect organ blood flow. When blood flow to the nervous system decreases, symptoms such as head...[Read More] Understanding Emotional Triggers: Why Anger Causes Tremors and Body Movements
Understanding Frequent Headaches and Memory Loss: A Neurological Concern
Frequent headaches, occasional mental fog, and recently experiencing brief episodes of amnesia? Hello, doctor. I am asking on behalf of my boyfriend because I am very worried about his condition and cannot accompany him to the hospital. I kindly ask for your assistance. At the en...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
According to your description: You mentioned that amnesia lasting more than 30 minutes following a head injury is indicative of a more severe brain injury. As for the subsequent multiple seizures, one should consider abnormal electrical discharges in the brain, the most well-know...[Read More] Understanding Frequent Headaches and Memory Loss: A Neurological Concern
Unexplained Falls and Head Injuries: Understanding Neurological Concerns
Unexplained fall resulting in impact to the back of the head? Hello Doctor: On the 25th of this month, after taking a break and using the restroom (urinating), I fell and hit the back of my head. I have no memory of the fall or how I returned to the office. The surveillance foota...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Based on your description, the symptoms you mentioned are more likely caused by syncope, which is typically due to a rapid drop in blood pressure or vasoconstriction leading to decreased cerebral blood flow, resulting in cerebral hypoxia. Syncope is more likely to occur when a pe...[Read More] Unexplained Falls and Head Injuries: Understanding Neurological Concerns
Persistent Scalp Numbness: Understanding Neurological Concerns
Scalp numbness has persisted for a long time? Since the last time I leaned my head against the edge of the chair and felt tense, I woke up to find that my scalp has been numb for several days. I have experienced a similar numbness before, but I don't remember what caused it ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
According to your description, the facial nerves are innervated by the trigeminal nerve, while the nerves in the posterior brain are derived from the cervical spinal nerves' cutaneous branches. Therefore, prolonged local pressure may lead to symptoms resembling nerve paralys...[Read More] Persistent Scalp Numbness: Understanding Neurological Concerns
Head Injury and Pain: Which Specialist to Consult?
Headache inquiry? Hello, I experienced a head impact yesterday, resulting in a bleeding lip. I did not feel dizzy or in pain at that time. However, when I woke up today, I started experiencing intermittent headaches. Which department should I consult for an examination? Is there ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, if there is no loss of consciousness following a head injury, and you are currently taking anticoagulants or have no significant local hematoma, the head injury is likely mild. However, if the following conditions occur, you should consider the p...[Read More] Head Injury and Pain: Which Specialist to Consult?
Understanding Muscle Numbness Above the Knee: Causes and Solutions
The muscles just above the knee are experiencing numbness? Hello, doctor. Over the past year, I have had to sit for long periods due to my studies. The year before, I worked part-time and had to stand for at least two days a week for 6 to 8 hours. After a long flight back home (a...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
You can find time to engage in gentle exercises regularly, such as walking, cycling, or playing some ball sports. If the symptoms worsen or do not improve, seek a detailed evaluation from a healthcare professional.[Read More] Understanding Muscle Numbness Above the Knee: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Persistent Numbness in the Left Middle Toe: Causes and Treatments
Numbness in the left foot's middle toe for an extended period? Dear Doctor, I have been experiencing significant numbness in the middle toe of my left foot for nearly ten years (the right foot is unaffected). This sensation is particularly uncomfortable when I walk barefoot...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
In principle, the nerves in this area are quite peripheral, and it may not be easy to identify a specific nerve during examination. Compression refers to situations where shoes are too tight, causing the toes to be squeezed together, especially in pointed shoes. It can also refer...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Numbness in the Left Middle Toe: Causes and Treatments
Can Needle Leakage During IV Injection Cause Prolonged Hand Numbness?
Will a needle leak cause hand numbness? Hello, doctor. I am a nurse. A few months ago, I administered an intravenous injection to a patient. His veins were difficult to access, so I noticed a vein on the inner side of his wrist (the area where we usually check the pulse) that see...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
If the needle unfortunately injures a nerve at the moment of insertion, the patient will experience intense pain or a sensation similar to an electric shock. However, it seems that is not the case for you. Most likely, what is gradually occurring is that the medication, which did...[Read More] Can Needle Leakage During IV Injection Cause Prolonged Hand Numbness?
Understanding Leg Numbness and Weakness After a Motorcycle Accident
Numbness and weakness in the legs? Hello doctor, two years ago I had an accident while riding my motorcycle. Since the incident, I've felt a slight tilt in my body and discomfort in my lower back that extends to my upper back. I have visited an orthopedic clinic for examinat...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Hello, yes, this issue should be addressed at a neurology or rehabilitation clinic.[Read More] Understanding Leg Numbness and Weakness After a Motorcycle Accident
Understanding Sensory Disorders: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Sensory processing disorder? Hello, Doctor: I am experiencing sensory disturbances, primarily affecting pain perception, touch, and internal bodily sensations (which are somewhat difficult to describe, such as the feeling in my abdomen during constipation, eye strain from prolong...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Hello, the neurology and psychosomatic medicine clinics should be able to address these types of issues.[Read More] Understanding Sensory Disorders: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Numbness and Weakness in the Left Calf: Causes and Solutions
I've been feeling something unusual in the front of my lower leg for a while now? 1. The symptoms are located in the left calf. When applying the same pressure to other areas of the skin compared to the affected area, the affected area feels significantly more numb. The sens...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Hello, it is difficult to diagnose sensory nerve issues online. Please visit a neurology clinic for an in-person evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Numbness and Weakness in the Left Calf: Causes and Solutions
Why Does White Blood Cell Count Increase in Encephalitis?
Why do white blood cell counts increase in encephalitis? Hello, doctor! I am currently hospitalized. Initially, I was brought to the hospital with numbness on the left side of my body and altered consciousness, screaming in distress. I was administered two doses of sedatives and ...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Hello, this question is more appropriate to ask the attending physician.[Read More] Why Does White Blood Cell Count Increase in Encephalitis?
Morning Hand Stiffness: When to See a Neurologist?
Stiffness in the right hand after waking up? Hello Dr. Lan, I am currently working as a bakery apprentice, and I have been on the job for a month and a half. Recently, for about the past week, I have been experiencing stiffness and numbness in my right palm upon waking up. If I m...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Hello, if you frequently need to knead dough, you should consider whether you have carpal tunnel syndrome. Please consult a neurologist.[Read More] Morning Hand Stiffness: When to See a Neurologist?
Understanding Right-Sided Numbness: Possible Causes and Solutions
Continued inquiry: The right side of the limbs is experiencing numbness? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing numbness in my right hand and right foot for the past six months. It tends to improve after I get up and move around. However, I do experience pain in my lower back, wh...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Experiencing unusual sensations that do not affect daily life or work may not necessarily indicate a condition that requires treatment or intervention. Generally, those who feel concerned about such sensations tend to be more sensitive than the average person, so it is recommende...[Read More] Understanding Right-Sided Numbness: Possible Causes and Solutions
Head Injury, Insomnia, and Numbness: Understanding Neurological Symptoms
Head trauma + insomnia + numbness? Hello Doctor, last Thursday, September 1st, I accidentally bumped into a wooden cabinet at home (the cabinet is 137 cm tall and I am 177 cm tall). At the moment, I felt a little pain, but I was fully conscious. There was some redness and mild sw...
Dr. Hong Weibin Reply:
Hello: Based on your symptom description, it can be classified as post-concussive syndrome. Symptoms may persist for several weeks and will eventually resolve on their own. If you are still very concerned, you can visit a neurologist for an evaluation. The neurologist will likely...[Read More] Head Injury, Insomnia, and Numbness: Understanding Neurological Symptoms
Pain and Numbness in the Right Pinky Toe: Causes and Solutions
The tip of the right little toe is numb, and there is a sharp pain at the front of the little toe when stepping down while walking? After getting a Thai massage, I initially only felt a slight numbness in my little toe. However, now when I walk, I experience sharp pain in the fro...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, your symptoms are more likely related to nerve compression of the little toe, which may be caused by localized tissue swelling leading to sudden pressure and symptoms. I recommend that you consult a neurologist to discuss examination and treatmen...[Read More] Pain and Numbness in the Right Pinky Toe: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Right-Sided Numbness: Causes and Solutions
There is a tingling sensation in the right hand and foot? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing numbness in my right hand and right foot recently. This has been ongoing for about six months, but it tends to ease up after I get up and move around. However, I do experience pain in...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it seems that your symptoms improve after getting up and moving around. Have you undergone testing for ankylosing spondylitis? Additionally, current imaging studies have a limitation; they cannot provide dynamic analysis. For instance, does your ...[Read More] Understanding Right-Sided Numbness: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Nerve Issues: Persistent Numbness and Neck Stiffness
Numbness in the legs and stiffness in the neck? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask you about my condition. I have been experiencing mild numbness in both of my legs throughout the day for a long time. I often wake up at night with either my hands or feet feeling numb, and at times...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Symptoms such as poor blood circulation may indicate issues with the blood vessels or the composition of the blood itself. It is advisable to seek medical attention for further evaluation. Generally, you can consult a neurologist or a family medicine physician, and if necessary, ...[Read More] Understanding Nerve Issues: Persistent Numbness and Neck Stiffness