Parkinson's disease, Neurology FAQ

Hello, doctor. I would like to inquire about concerns regarding Parkinson's disease and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing depression, anxiety, panic, and health anxiety for a year now. Prior to this, I was doing well. I have been mak...

CEREBRAL PERFUSION SCAN WITH SPECT Report Consultation Dear Doctor, Thank you for taking the time to answer my questions. Below are the results of my father's (78 years old) Cerebral Perfusion Scan with SPECT conducted on February 21, 2024. I would like to inquire about the...

CEREBRAL PERFUSION SCAN WITH SPECT REPORT INQUIRY Dear Doctor, Thank you for taking the time to assist with my inquiries. Below are the results from my father's (78 years old) Cerebral Perfusion Scan with SPECT conducted on February 21, 2024. I would like to ask the followi...

The left foot feels weak when starting to walk, and MRI, electromyography, and dopamine imaging have all shown no abnormalities? Hello Doctor, my family member has experienced foot drop for the past five years. When changing positions (from sitting to standing, starting to walk, ...

Oral issues Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about my father who has recently experienced a lack of taste for the first bite of food, but the second bite tastes normal. He is 55 years old and has a history of hypertension and myocardial infarction. He also has cold symptoms with...

Parkinson's disease, oromandibular dystonia? Dear Doctor, My father has been living with the effects of a stroke for 12 years now. Approximately 9 years ago, he became reliant on others for care. Initially, he was able to communicate and eat without issues, but as he aged ...

How is the determination of disability for Parkinson's disease made? Recently, my dad was diagnosed with severe obstructive sleep apnea and needs to purchase a CPAP machine. I came across information stating that if one has a disability certificate, they can receive governme...

The body may occasionally experience involuntary muscle spasms or twitching? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask on behalf of my father! My father has diabetes, kidney disease, and hypertension, and he also suffers from ischemia. He experiences severe shaking every day, not just mi...

Medication Issue - Rydapt (Midostaurin) My grandmother originally lived in Changhua, but she temporarily moved to Taoyuan to stay with us in July because she needed to get dentures. Since she has a long-standing issue with hand tremors, we took her to the hospital for an examinat...

Tremor issues? Yesterday, after taking a nap on the sofa, I woke up feeling tightness in my neck and shoulders, along with a slight headache. I have a history of C3-C4-C5 cervical disc herniation causing nerve compression (approximately 10 years), with symptoms that fluctuate. Oc...

Questions about Parkinson's disease? Hello Doctor: My mother, who is 72 years old, has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease for about 10 years. Three months ago, her medication was adjusted, and she experienced severe dizziness. A month ago, her medication was adjust...

Can daytime sleepiness and nighttime delirium in a patient with stage II Parkinson's disease be improved? Three months ago, my mother was diagnosed with stage II Parkinson's disease (due to multiple small strokes). Currently, she requires a walker for mobility and moves...

Unilateral hand tremor issue? Hello doctor, I recently noticed that my left hand shakes when I hold objects. The shaking is not very strong, but the frequency of the tremor is affected by the weight of the items. I have experienced this before, but it was not frequent. However, w...

Parkinson's disease Hello Doctor, I saw online about a self-check for Parkinson's disease using the index and thumb fingers. I found that my left hand becomes stiff after pressing down for 40 times, and I start to slow down. I also tested this six years ago and experien...

Parkinson's disease Hello doctor, I have a question. Since 2016, whenever I lie flat and remain still, my right leg feels warm and stiff, and it only improves when I move or bend it. Additionally, I often experience muscle twitching in various parts of my body, which is part...

Parkinson's disease Hello Doctor, in July 2014, I experienced severe headaches from hot water while taking a shower, to the point where I felt like I wanted to hit my head against the wall. After that, my body started to change. In July 2015, my right index finger suddenly b...

Parkinson's disease Dear Dr. Jiang, My mother was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease last August at the age of 66. She has had long-standing insomnia issues and has a naturally introverted and anxious personality. It wasn't until last year that she experienced wea...

Parkinson's disease Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about my mother's condition. She has been experiencing this for several years. Initially, she only had slight tremors in her hand, but it has progressively worsened to the point where she can no longer care for her r...

Numbness in the toes and shuffling gait? Hello Dr. Jiang, I am 72 years old this year. I previously visited a neurologist because I experience small shuffling steps when walking and cannot turn my head too quickly, otherwise I feel dizzy. Both of my feet feel numb, primarily in t...

Please advise on the medical approach for involuntary movements? Hello Doctor, my mother is 69 years old and has been experiencing involuntary movements in her left leg since around July of last year. Initially, she would only have a few shakes during specific times in the evenin...