Sleep, Neurology FAQ - Page 21

Numbness and cramping in the middle and ring fingers upon waking up? Hello, doctor. About three months ago, I started experiencing numbness in my right middle and ring fingers every morning after waking up. After moving my neck a bit, it would feel better. I initially thought it ...

Numbness and even cramping in the middle and ring fingers upon waking up? Hello, doctor. About three months ago, I started experiencing numbness in my right middle and ring fingers every morning after waking up. After moving my neck a bit, the sensation would improve. I initially...

Left upper abdominal pain? Autonomic nervous system dysfunction? Hello Doctor: I started experiencing occasional mild pain in the upper left abdomen near the rib cage around the end of July. The pain lasts about one second and occurs about 2 to 3 times a day, with no other sympto...

Sharp pain in the back of the left shoulder? Hello Doctor, yesterday before finishing work, I suddenly experienced a sharp pain under the edge of my left scapula, around the middle area. I initially thought it was due to prolonged computer work and poor posture, which led to musc...

Lip twitching? On December 24th, I noticed twitching in my upper right lip while sleeping. During the day, my upper right lip twitches intermittently, stopping for a few moments before starting again. When I look in the mirror, I don't see any visible movement, but it feels ...

Eyelid twitching for three to four days, with the eyelid appearing double-layered; the left eye feels different from the right eye? In the past few days, I have experienced an unexplained twitching in my left upper eyelid, which occurs even when I close my eyes before sleeping or...

I was prescribed Lexotan for my gastrointestinal pain caused by autonomic nervous system dysfunction. However, after stopping the medication, I still have insomnia and haven't improved. What should I do? I previously took Lorazepam for over three months at a dosage of 0.5 mg...

There is involuntary twitching between the arch of the right foot and the big toe? Last night, before going to bed, I started experiencing involuntary twitching in the arch of my right foot, extending to the area between my big toe and the arch. The twitching occurs approximately...

Numbness and weakness in the legs? Hello, doctor. On October 8th of this year, I drank too much at a social gathering and fell asleep on the floor. I woke up the next afternoon with my entire right leg feeling numb. I initially thought it would get better quickly, but I went to t...

I have been prescribed Lexotan for gastrointestinal pain caused by autonomic nervous system dysfunction. However, after stopping the medication, I still have insomnia and haven't improved. What should I do? I previously took Lorazepam for over three months, and stopping the ...

I feel a bit dizzy? About a month ago, I visited a neurologist because I was experiencing slight numbness in my hand. At that time, they said there was no issue and recommended managing stress, supplementing with B vitamins, and getting more rest. The numbness in my hand has impr...

Sleep issues I usually go to bed around eleven or twelve o'clock, but no matter how loud the alarm is or if someone calls me, I can't hear it. I need to take public transportation to school and have to wake up around six o'clock. This issue has been bothering me fo...

Experiencing dizziness in the evening? Hello: I often feel dizzy in the evening, especially around 6 or 7 PM when I start to feel lightheaded. When I lie down to sleep (without changing my position), I experience a sensation of impending dizziness, and I can easily be awakened by...

I was prescribed Lexotan for gastrointestinal pain caused by autonomic nervous system disorder. However, after stopping the medication, my insomnia hasn't improved. What should I do? I have been experiencing insomnia for three months after discontinuing Lorazepam, which I ha...

Experiencing dizziness after a head injury? Hello doctor, recently whenever I ride a bike or take a vehicle over bumps that cause vibrations, I feel dizzy for about a second. Sometimes I also experience this dizziness when walking if I encounter vibrations. What could be the issu...

Symptoms of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Hello, doctor. Recently, I've been experiencing some symptoms that are concerning me. I've been feeling frequently fatigued, just wanting to sleep, and having difficulty concentrating. Additionally, I have less control ove...

Eyelid twitching issue? Hello Doctor, my left upper eyelid has been twitching intermittently for over a month. Sometimes it stops when I get enough sleep, but it twitches when I am sleep-deprived. Recently, I have been under significant stress due to a bereavement in the family, ...

Eyelid twitching? Hello, my eyelid has been twitching for nearly two months, with fluctuations in severity. Recently, I started getting enough sleep and taking calcium and magnesium supplements, and for several consecutive days, it didn't twitch at all. However, after gettin...

Sleep issues In the past week, when lying down to sleep, I have experienced a sensation in my brain that feels like a mild electric shock. After this sensation, I can change positions or fall asleep normally. However, this has occurred about 2-3 times over the week. Yesterday, I ...

Feeling unwell? Hello, doctor. For the past couple of days, I've been feeling tightness and heaviness on both sides of my head (near the temples), and sometimes it even hurts. I also feel this sensation above my neck, including when I'm sleeping or walking, and I occasi...