Chronic Severe Buttock Pain: Understanding Neurological Causes
Severe hip pain? I have been experiencing hip pain for 56 years, and at times the pain is so severe that I am unable to move.
Dr. Chen Haorong Reply:
Hello: Severe hip pain is mostly caused by prolonged sitting or extended labor, leading to muscle fatigue or inflammation in the lower back or hip, lumbar spondylitis, or pelvic tendonitis. A smaller portion is due to nerve compression in the lumbar or sacral region, resulting in...[Read More] Chronic Severe Buttock Pain: Understanding Neurological Causes
Understanding Headaches and Unexplained Weight Loss: A Neurology Perspective
Headache and weight loss? Hello doctor, I have been experiencing occasional headaches for the past few months, mostly feeling a sense of pressure in my head. Recently, I have been feeling quite uncomfortable, with the pain almost constant throughout the day, primarily concentrate...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Dear, the headache symptoms described may be associated with cervical syndrome and tension-type headaches. Maintaining a good lifestyle can help relax the muscles and reduce the frequency and intensity of pain. Worrying is normal, but try not to let it affect your daily routine. ...[Read More] Understanding Headaches and Unexplained Weight Loss: A Neurology Perspective
Can My Daughter with Basilar-Type Migraine Take Coenzyme Q10?
Can patients with basilar-type migraine take Coenzyme Q10? My daughter is 16 years old and in her second year of high school. She has experienced occasional dizziness since the sixth grade, and the situation worsened during her third year of junior high. In her first year of high...
Dr. Lin Zijing Reply:
There is no evidence to recommend the use of Coenzyme Q10 for the treatment of migraines. Patients with migraines should consider preventive medication under the following circumstances: (1) experiencing two or more attacks per week, (2) attacks lasting longer than 48 hours, (3) ...[Read More] Can My Daughter with Basilar-Type Migraine Take Coenzyme Q10?
Struggling with Stair Climbing: Understanding Neurological Issues
Difficulty climbing stairs? Hello, I have been experiencing difficulty going up stairs for the past six months. I often miss steps, especially with my right foot (sometimes my foot extends out but then retracts, and I frequently step on the wrong step). I started counting the ste...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Dear A-Hsin, the situation you described is somewhat abstract and not easy to understand regarding the coordination issues you are experiencing. It involves a wide range of factors, making it difficult to provide a response based solely on this information. I still recommend that...[Read More] Struggling with Stair Climbing: Understanding Neurological Issues
Unexplained Dizziness: A Three-Year Journey Through Neurology
Dizziness with no identifiable cause? My father has been experiencing intermittent dizziness for about three years. It tends to occur more frequently in the morning and after some physical exertion. He has consulted several hospitals, including both ENT and neurology departments,...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Hello, there are many causes of recurrent dizziness, including issues related to the brain, ears, heart, or autonomic nervous system. Therefore, a comprehensive examination is necessary, as the effectiveness of treatments for these four systems can vary from person to person. In ...[Read More] Unexplained Dizziness: A Three-Year Journey Through Neurology
Unseen Voices: Seeking Help for Mysterious Neurological Symptoms
No opening, many people hear you speaking—please help from a neurology expert? Explanation 1: Several years ago, a community experienced a collective onset of unusual symptoms, including difficulty concentrating, night sweats, tinnitus, dizziness, headaches, a sensation of an exp...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
It is recommended to seek treatment from a psychosomatic medicine specialist.[Read More] Unseen Voices: Seeking Help for Mysterious Neurological Symptoms
Understanding Involuntary Tremors in Children: Which Specialist to Consult?
Which department should I consult for involuntary shaking? Hello, my son is currently 4 and a half years old. For the past month, he has been experiencing involuntary shaking movements that suddenly pause for 1-2 seconds, followed by a brief shake of his legs or body. There are n...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Please visit the neurology outpatient clinic for further evaluation of the sudden pauses lasting one to two seconds. It may be necessary to consider the possibility of absence seizures, and a more detailed history along with an EEG examination should be conducted.[Read More] Understanding Involuntary Tremors in Children: Which Specialist to Consult?
Understanding Uncontrollable Head Tremors: Is It Parkinson's Disease?
Head Hello Doctor: I would like to ask, I have been experiencing head shaking since childhood (around the age of 7), but I am not aware of it myself; I only realize it when others point it out. It has continued to this day. I would like to know if this is related to "Parkins...
Dr. Lin Zijing Reply:
This condition may be essential tremor, with half of the cases potentially having a genetic component. Aside from the shaking, there are no other symptoms, and it can persist for many years without change. Treatment primarily involves anxiolytics or medications to reduce heart ra...[Read More] Understanding Uncontrollable Head Tremors: Is It Parkinson's Disease?
Understanding Uncontrollable Head Movements: Is It Parkinson's Disease?
Regarding head issues? Hello doctor, I would like to ask, since I was about 6 years old, I have had involuntary head shaking and movement, which has continued until now at the age of 28. I only became aware of this condition when others pointed it out to me. I would like to know ...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Hello: The tremors you have experienced since childhood are not symptoms of Parkinson's disease, but they may be indicative of other movement disorders. It is advisable to consult a neurologist for an evaluation, and also to pay attention to any family history of similar con...[Read More] Understanding Uncontrollable Head Movements: Is It Parkinson's Disease?
Understanding Dizziness: Causes and Concerns in Neurology
Sometimes I experience dizziness? Hello, doctor: One time, while I was talking with my classmates, I suddenly felt dizzy, as if everything in front of me went blank, and I felt like I was about to faint. However, I do not have anemia. Can you please explain why this happened?
Dr. Jiang Hezhou Reply:
There are many reasons for dizziness and feeling faint, and it can occur even in the absence of anemia. Conditions related to the heart or nervous system, among others, can also be contributing factors. It is advisable to visit an outpatient clinic for evaluation, and further tes...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness: Causes and Concerns in Neurology
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 Heavy Headaches: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Headaches can make the head feel very heavy? Hello, Doctor Gao: I would like to ask you a few questions related to my headaches. Recently, I have been experiencing frequent headaches and dizziness, especially when the weather changes or when it is hot and humid. The pain is locat...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Tension-type headaches are generally not directly related to blood pressure. If there is hypoxia, it is likely due to prolonged tension in the neck and head muscles, leading to a sensation of heaviness or pressure in the head. To alleviate this, one can engage in outdoor activiti...[Read More] Understanding Heavy Headaches: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Body Vibrations: Anxiety and Neurological Insights
Feeling vibrations in the body? Hello Doctor: I am a first-year college student. When I was in the second year of junior high, I often experienced dizziness (similar to the sensation of being on a boat) or felt vibrations in my body. At that time, I frequently went to the hospita...
Dr. Lin Zijing Reply:
If tests have been conducted without identifying any issues, and the symptoms are intermittent rather than persistent, along with triggering factors such as stress, insomnia, or racing thoughts, anxiety disorder is a reasonable consideration. It is recommended that you start a re...[Read More] Understanding Body Vibrations: Anxiety and Neurological Insights
Is My Head Shaking a Sign of Parkinson's Disease?
My head shakes involuntarily? Hello Dr. Lin, I have recently noticed that when I look down at something, my head gently sways side to side. I only became aware of this condition because others pointed it out to me; I don't feel it happening myself. Could this be a precursor ...
Dr. Lin Zijing Reply:
Generally, this is a type of primary tremor (of unknown cause), with only a small portion being initial symptoms of Parkinson's disease. The tremors associated with Parkinson's disease are typically characterized by unilateral limb tremors occurring at rest, and some in...[Read More] Is My Head Shaking a Sign of Parkinson's Disease?
Understanding Spastic Gait: Causes, Concerns, and Clarifications
Hello, doctor. Regarding the response to the previous question..? Based on the description, it resembles the characteristics of spastic gait. This condition may be caused by issues in the brain, cervical spine, or thoracic spine, leading to symptoms in the central nervous system....
Dr. Zeng Kongyan Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, based on your previous description, it is difficult to observe the actual symptoms. The term "spastic gait" is merely speculative and a proper diagnosis requires the identification of true symptoms; it may just be bilateral posterior...[Read More] Understanding Spastic Gait: Causes, Concerns, and Clarifications
Effective Strategies to Boost Cognitive Function and Intelligence
Intellectual issues Hello, doctor. What methods are available to enhance intelligence?
Dr. Lin Zijing Reply:
Regular exercise, maintaining a normal routine, keeping a positive mood, interacting with others, reading more, playing chess, playing cards, having a balanced diet, reducing the intake of processed or refined foods, and focusing consistently on tasks or work.[Read More] Effective Strategies to Boost Cognitive Function and Intelligence
Understanding Dizziness: Causes and Concerns in Neurology
I feel a bit lightheaded? Hello Doctor: A few days ago, after washing clothes and lifting my head to hang them up, I felt a bit uncomfortable and experienced a sensation of dizziness. This has happened a few more times since then. Although it’s not very frequent, I still feel une...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
The common condition is benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), which is, as the name suggests, benign. It may occur intermittently and is related to certain positional movements. Typically, the discomfort lasts for a few seconds and resolves on its own once the individual s...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness: Causes and Concerns in Neurology
Understanding Severe Headaches After Masturbation: Causes and Solutions
Masturbation Once I finished masturbating, I suddenly experienced a severe headache. The next day, it was gone. However, I haven't been able to masturbate lately because just when I'm about to finish, I suddenly get a headache like the last time. Moreover, I'm only...
Dr. Lin Zijing Reply:
This condition may be referred to as orgasmic headache, which is classified as a benign headache of unknown origin. Although the patient experiences headache, the pain is unrelated to migraines or intracranial hemorrhage. There are two basic patterns of this type of headache: one...[Read More] Understanding Severe Headaches After Masturbation: Causes and Solutions
Muscle Twitches and Weakness: Understanding Neurological Symptoms
Muscle twitching and leg weakness? Hello, Doctor Gao: I would like to consult you about some symptoms my family member has been experiencing recently. I would like to know what kind of condition this might be. 1. There are muscle twitches in the body, but they are not in a fixe...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Most cases are benign muscle twitches or spasms, especially related to stress or tension, but a small number may indicate a motor neuron issue. If the symptoms persist, it is advisable to consult a neurologist for further evaluation.[Read More] Muscle Twitches and Weakness: Understanding Neurological Symptoms
Understanding Hand Numbness: When to See a Neurologist or Rehab Specialist
The mother often experiences hand numbness? Hello Dr. Huang, I would like to ask a question. My mother is in her fifties and has been experiencing shoulder and neck pain along with numbness in her hands. She previously received massage therapy, but recently went to a Western medi...
Dr. Huang Yongquan Reply:
Hello: Neurology and neuromedicine are the same. There are many causes for hand numbness, and if it has persisted for a while, the most common conditions are carpal tunnel syndrome or cervical nerve compression. You can visit either a neurology or rehabilitation clinic for an exa...[Read More] Understanding Hand Numbness: When to See a Neurologist or Rehab Specialist