Understanding Persistent Right-Sided Numbness and Tightness Symptoms
Numbness and tightness in the right side of the limbs? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about my father’s symptoms. He has been experiencing numbness and tightness on the right side of his body from head to toe for over three years. The tightness feels like being bound very tig...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Hello: To determine if there are symptoms of a stroke or Parkinson's disease, it is necessary to consult a neurologist. Additionally, certain medications may also cause such symptoms, so it is advisable to see a neurologist for an examination first.[Read More] Understanding Persistent Right-Sided Numbness and Tightness Symptoms
Understanding Weak Sensation in the Right Foot's Ring Finger
Weak sensation in the front of the right foot's ring finger? In the past few days, I have been experiencing a slight numbness at the tip of my right foot's fourth toe. I am unsure of the cause. Could you please provide an explanation, doctor? Thank you.
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
This worsening sensation is often due to dysfunction of a small branch of the plantar nerve. The causes can include compression, such as ill-fitting shoes or specific activities like dancing. It may also be due to inflammation of a single nerve or ischemia, which can occur in ind...[Read More] Understanding Weak Sensation in the Right Foot's Ring Finger
Understanding Persistent Right-Sided Numbness and Tightness Symptoms
Numbness and tightness in the right side of the limbs? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about my father's symptoms. He has been experiencing numbness and tightness from his head to his toes on the right side of his body for over three years. The tightness feels like being ...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
If it is a stroke, there should be a specific onset time, with symptoms suddenly appearing on one side. Additionally, if facial or speech clarity is normal, one should consider whether it is related to a lower cervical spine issue or simply habitual fatigue and stiffness on one s...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Right-Sided Numbness and Tightness Symptoms
Understanding Stroke Symptoms: Do They Always Include Numbness?
Stroke symptoms Hello, does a stroke always accompany numbness in the arm and leg on the same side? Will both the hand and foot be affected? Is it possible for only the face or just one hand to be involved? Thank you.
Dr. Zeng Kongyan Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, the symptoms of a stroke can be quite diverse. It may present as numbness on one side of the face, arm, or leg, and occasionally, numbness may occur on different sides of the face and limbs. In rare cases, patients may experience numbness in t...[Read More] Understanding Stroke Symptoms: Do They Always Include Numbness?
Understanding Top-of-Head Pain: Causes and Risks Explained
Headache on the top of the head? Hello, sometimes I experience headaches, specifically at the top of my head. I'm not sure what it could be. I also have mild numbness on one side of my face. Is there a risk of stroke? Additionally, regarding the facial nerve, is the mild num...
Dr. Lin Zijing Reply:
Facial numbness on one side may be due to 1. trigeminal nerve dysfunction, 2. mild stroke, 3. atypical facial pain, 4. multiple sclerosis, 5. cellulitis or viral infection (such as herpes zoster), among many possible diagnoses. The headache may or may not be related. It is recomm...[Read More] Understanding Top-of-Head Pain: Causes and Risks Explained
Understanding Muscle Twitches: Causes, Symptoms, and Management
Muscle twitching Hello Doctor: Recently, I have been experiencing numbness in my hands and feet, as well as muscle twitching, so I consulted a neurologist. The doctor performed nerve conduction studies and an EEG, which showed normal brain activity. However, the nerve conduction ...
Dr. Lin Zijing Reply:
Certain diseases can cause irregular muscle twitching throughout the body, such as benign fasciculation syndrome or motor neuron disease (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis). Benign fasciculation syndrome does not present with other symptoms but is often associated with anxiety disord...[Read More] Understanding Muscle Twitches: Causes, Symptoms, and Management
Experiencing Dizziness While Walking: Possible Neurological Causes
Dizziness while walking? Hello, for the past two months, I've been experiencing slight dizziness when walking or making larger movements, but it doesn't occur when sitting or lying down. There is no tinnitus, just a bit of tightness in my neck. Recently, I visited a tra...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
If there are no accompanying symptoms such as slurred speech, walking unsteadily to one side, or numbness or weakness in one side of the body or face, it is more likely to be benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, which is an inner ear issue. With adequate rest, it should improve ...[Read More] Experiencing Dizziness While Walking: Possible Neurological Causes
Understanding Alcohol-Related Dizziness and Health Risks: When to Seek Help
Drinking alcohol can cause dizziness, inability to stand, pale complexion, sweating, and tinnitus? Due to my previous habit of drinking alcohol, I would experience facial flushing and an increased heart rate whenever I drank. I used to go out singing and drinking until about four...
Dr. Zeng Kongyan Reply:
Hello, in response to your question, based on your description, it is possible that you are experiencing orthostatic hypotension. The abdominal pain after drinking alcohol may cause an excessive parasympathetic response, leading to low blood pressure and fainting. It is also poss...[Read More] Understanding Alcohol-Related Dizziness and Health Risks: When to Seek Help
Understanding Numbness and Chest Discomfort: A Neurological Perspective
Previously, I experienced numbness in my face and hands, and now I feel tightness in my chest and a desire to sleep? On October 14, I felt unwell and lay in bed with numbness in my face and hands (the numbness in my face was in the cheeks, ears, and around the eyes; for my hands,...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Hello: It may be due to autonomic nervous system dysfunction, and it is important to ensure proper sleep.[Read More] Understanding Numbness and Chest Discomfort: A Neurological Perspective
Understanding Your Neurological Symptoms: What Could Be Wrong?
What is wrong with me? Hello, doctor: Recently, I often feel dizzy and lightheaded, with nausea, unsteadiness, blurred vision, and frequent numbness and weakness in my left limbs. I also experience muscle cramps at night and unexplained tremors in my body. What could be the issue...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Hello: The symptoms are a bit complex. How is your sleep? Are you experiencing any emotional distress? If not, and if the symptoms have not changed, please seek medical evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Your Neurological Symptoms: What Could Be Wrong?
Understanding Neurological Symptoms: Breathlessness and Numbness Explained
Neurology I have been feeling short of breath since this morning, and I even feel like I can't catch my breath. My whole body feels numb, including my limbs and face, and I'm experiencing severe dizziness. I have fainted before, so any sudden movements trigger similar f...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Hello: 1. First, rule out heart and liver issues. 2. It may also be caused by autonomic nervous system dysfunction or stress; if the cardiovascular and pulmonary systems are normal, then consult a neurologist for evaluation and treatment.[Read More] Understanding Neurological Symptoms: Breathlessness and Numbness Explained
Understanding Arm Pain and Numbness: When to Seek Neurology Help
excuse me? Doctor, my mother is in her 60s and has been experiencing soreness and numbness in the inner area of her left arm's armpit for the past few weeks. Sometimes it gets so severe that she feels no sensation when touching the area, and it can be painful! She has had an...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Hello: It may be a lesion in the joints or brachial plexus. It is recommended to see a neurologist for an examination.[Read More] Understanding Arm Pain and Numbness: When to Seek Neurology Help
Understanding Numbness in Both Feet: When to Seek Medical Attention
Numbness in both feet? Doctor, I have been feeling numbness in both of my legs recently. What could be the cause? Should I go to the hospital for an examination? What kind of tests should I undergo?
Dr. Jiang Hezhou Reply:
Hello: 1. For numbness in the feet, a face-to-face consultation is necessary to conduct a physical examination and neurological assessment to determine the nature of the numbness. What is the extent of the numbness? Did it occur suddenly or gradually? How long does it last? Doe...[Read More] Understanding Numbness in Both Feet: When to Seek Medical Attention
Burning Sensation in Feet: Understanding Neurological Causes and Solutions
Burning sensation in the soles of the feet? I have a burning sensation and tingling in the soles of my feet, as if I'm wearing socks.
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Hello: 1. Do you have diabetes or any other chronic diseases? 2. Numbness in the soles of your feet may be due to peripheral neuropathy; please see a neurologist for evaluation.[Read More] Burning Sensation in Feet: Understanding Neurological Causes and Solutions
Persistent Knee Pain and Numbness Six Weeks After a Fall: What to Do?
Persistent numbness and pain in the knee for six weeks after a fall? I fell six weeks ago, and although there were no external injuries to either knee, both were significantly bruised and painful. The pain was particularly pronounced on the outer side of the right knee and in an ...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
If there is pain and numbness near the knee without any abnormalities in the lower limbs, calves, or feet, it is likely due to local inflammation or swelling. Applying a warm compress, engaging in mild activity, and taking medication can be helpful, but avoid excessive movement.[Read More] Persistent Knee Pain and Numbness Six Weeks After a Fall: What to Do?
Numbness in Fingers and Toes: Causes and When to Seek Help
Numbness in fingers and toes? I have been experiencing numbness in my left ring finger and pinky finger for some time. Recently, I noticed that my left foot's ring toe and pinky toe have started to feel numb as well. Could you please tell me what might be the issue and which...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
First, consult a neurologist. The issue with the left hand could be related to a single ulnar nerve problem or a cervical nerve issue. The left foot may also be due to a single nerve lesion or a lumbar nerve problem. Further examination by a physician is necessary to determine th...[Read More] Numbness in Fingers and Toes: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Headaches Before Sleep: Could It Be a Brain Tumor?
Headache Before Sleep (Part 1) Is brain tumor common in a 14-year-old boy? Sometimes I experience pain accompanied by nausea, but I can't vomit. Could this be a sign of a brain tumor? Although I don't wake up in pain and have no seizures, lying down doesn't make th...
Dr. Lin Zijing Reply:
The likelihood of an average person (without a family history) developing a brain tumor is low. Young individuals may be prone to specific types of brain tumors, while older adults may also have certain types that are more common. Symptoms such as gait disturbances, unilateral nu...[Read More] Understanding Headaches Before Sleep: Could It Be a Brain Tumor?
Understanding Nighttime Headaches: Causes and Concerns for Teens
Headache before bedtime? A 14-year-old male has been experiencing frequent headaches after 11 PM, specifically pain in the area around the temples and extending to the back of the head. The pain seems to lessen when resting the back of the head against something or lying on a pil...
Dr. Lin Zijing Reply:
This type of headache is more akin to tension-type headache. Headaches associated with hypertension typically feel like a sensation of pressure in the head, often accompanied by dizziness and high blood pressure. Sometimes, there may also be nausea and vomiting. Headaches caused ...[Read More] Understanding Nighttime Headaches: Causes and Concerns for Teens
Experiencing Numbness in Your Left Pinky Toe? Here's What to Know
Numbness in the left little toe? Recently, I have been experiencing a tingling sensation in my left little toe, similar to when you wake up with your hand feeling numb after resting it on a table. However, my left little toe is not as severe; it's just that it doesn't f...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
You may want to pay attention to any habitual postures that could be putting pressure on the outer side of your left foot, or if your shoes are too tight or rigid. If not, try to incorporate some regular but gentle exercise into your daily routine and see if there is any improvem...[Read More] Experiencing Numbness in Your Left Pinky Toe? Here's What to Know
Understanding Head Numbness: Common Causes and When to Seek Help
Numbness and discomfort in the head? Hello, doctor. A few nights ago, I woke up in the middle of the night due to numbness in my head, and I still feel a bit numb today. I experience unexplained headaches every year at intervals, but taking Tylenol usually helps. I have developed...
Dr. Lin Zijing Reply:
Numbness in the head during sleep is most commonly caused by pressure on the head, which impedes proper blood circulation, leading to the sensation of numbness. Therefore, it is important to check for any issues with the pillow. If the pillow is too firm or contains hard lumps, i...[Read More] Understanding Head Numbness: Common Causes and When to Seek Help