Chronic Cold Hands and Feet: Causes and Treatment Options
Chronic coldness in the hands and feet? I always have colder hands and feet than others, regardless of the season. Especially with the arrival of winter and the drop in temperature, this issue has become more severe. My extremities often feel so cold that it becomes uncomfortable...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Numbness and coldness in the limbs may be caused by peripheral circulation issues or peripheral neuropathy. It is advisable to first consult a cardiologist (or a vascular specialist) for evaluation.[Read More] Chronic Cold Hands and Feet: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Persistent Left-Sided Numbness: Causes and Concerns
Numbness in the left limb? Dear Doctor, In the past, I occasionally experienced numbness in my hands while sleeping at night, but for the past month, I have been experiencing daily numbness, specifically in my left hand, which is unusual as it used to be more sporadic. The numbn...
Dr. Du Haojie Reply:
1. Limb numbness is a common symptom of peripheral neuropathy, often caused by compression in younger women, such as in carpal tunnel syndrome. Neurological examinations may appear normal even if symptoms are mild. 2. Headaches can be evaluated with an electroencephalogram (EEG)....[Read More] Understanding Persistent Left-Sided Numbness: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Muscle Atrophy: Seeking Answers for Neurological Issues
Muscle contraction Over a year ago, my father was found to have muscle atrophy in his calves and thighs, and he has been followed up at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital (Neurology Department) until two months ago when an MRI was performed, but the cause remains undetermined. Recently...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Muscle atrophy has various causes, and identifying the underlying etiology may not always be straightforward. Neurology is the specialty that treats such conditions, and it is advisable to consult your primary care physician to understand your condition or determine if a referral...[Read More] Understanding Muscle Atrophy: Seeking Answers for Neurological Issues
Understanding Polyneuropathy: Symptoms, Treatment, and Differences from MS
Polyneuropathy I recently encountered a case where the diagnosis stated - polyneuropathy. What kind of condition is this, what services or treatments does it require, and is it the same as multiple sclerosis?
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Infectious neurotoxins cause peripheral neuropathy, which is different from multiple sclerosis. It encompasses a wide range of diseases such as diabetes, infectious neurotoxins, and heavy metal exposure, leading to damage of the peripheral nerves in the limbs. Additionally, 40% o...[Read More] Understanding Polyneuropathy: Symptoms, Treatment, and Differences from MS