Understanding Leg Numbness and Back Pain: Possible Causes and Solutions
Leg numbness and lower back pain? Hello Doctor: About a month ago, I started experiencing a tingling sensation in my foot, but it would go away quickly. After receiving acupuncture treatment from a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner, the tingling became more persistent. Ab...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it may be necessary to consider symptoms related to a herniated disc compressing the nerves. A herniated disc can also occur due to sudden injuries, such as twisting the waist abruptly, bending to lift heavy objects, or experiencing sudden excess...[Read More] Understanding Leg Numbness and Back Pain: Possible Causes and Solutions
Understanding Cervical Spine Issues and Their Impact on Brain Health
Cervical spine issues affecting the brain? Recently, I have been experiencing a significant feeling of pressure in the upper part of my head (crown area), along with frequent dizziness and difficulty focusing my vision. I also feel pain in the cervical spine area and a sensation ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms may suggest tension-type headache, which is caused by muscle tightness in the head. Additionally, discomfort can lead to hyperventilation. The symptoms of tension-type headache include a tightening pain in the forehead and temples, similar to wearing a tight ...[Read More] Understanding Cervical Spine Issues and Their Impact on Brain Health
Understanding Cervical Spine Issues and Their Impact on Brain Health
Cervical spine issues related to the brain? Recently, I have been experiencing a significant sense of pressure in the upper part of my head (crown area), frequent dizziness, and difficulty focusing my vision. I also feel pain and tension in my cervical spine, along with frequent ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms may suggest tension-type headache, which is caused by muscle tightness in the head. As for the diagnosis of poor circulation in the extremities, it may be related to peripheral vasoconstriction due to emotional stress. It is recommended that you visit a neuro...[Read More] Understanding Cervical Spine Issues and Their Impact on Brain Health
Understanding Neurological Symptoms: Chest Pain, Arm Discomfort, and Dizziness
Symptom issues Hello Doctor: 1. I have pain in the chest (in the middle and on the right side). 2. My right arm feels sore when I rotate it backward. 3. I experience brief dizziness, occurring 2-3 times a day. Thank you, Doctor.
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
The above symptoms may be caused by cervical spine nerve compression. It is recommended to visit a neurology clinic for evaluation to confirm the underlying cause.[Read More] Understanding Neurological Symptoms: Chest Pain, Arm Discomfort, and Dizziness
Chronic Right Upper Arm Pain: Causes and Management Strategies
Persistent pain in the right upper arm? I would like to ask the doctor, I am currently 18 years old, but I have experienced persistent pain in my right upper arm since childhood. It is not particularly severe, but certain specific positions can trigger intense soreness, requiring...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, it may be necessary to consider cervical spine disorders. Excessive force during cervical rotation and other external factors may lead to cervical instability, dislocation, and cervical disc herniation. Typical discomfort symptoms associated with...[Read More] Chronic Right Upper Arm Pain: Causes and Management Strategies
Chronic Right Upper Arm Pain: Causes and Management Strategies
Persistent pain in the right upper arm? I would like to ask the doctor, I am currently 18 years old, but I have had persistent pain in my right upper arm since childhood. It is not particularly severe, but certain specific positions can trigger intense soreness, requiring me to c...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, it may be necessary to consider cervical spine disorders, possibly due to nerve root compression. Excessive force during cervical rotation and other external factors may lead to cervical instability, dislocation, and cervical disc herniation. Typ...[Read More] Chronic Right Upper Arm Pain: Causes and Management Strategies
Understanding Numbness: When to See a Doctor for Nerve Issues
Numbness issues? Hello, doctor. I have recently noticed numbness extending from my right leg to my buttocks over the past two days. When I touch it, it feels like there is a layer blocking the sensation, which is different from my left leg. There is no tingling, just numbness. Sh...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it may be necessary to consider symptoms of nerve compression due to a herniated disc, commonly known as sciatica. A herniated disc can also occur due to sudden injuries, such as twisting the waist suddenly, bending to lift heavy objects, or expe...[Read More] Understanding Numbness: When to See a Doctor for Nerve Issues
Chronic Joint Pain for 26 Years: Seeking Answers and Effective Solutions
I have been troubled by joint issues for approximately 26 years, and all examinations have yielded no results? Hello, I have been experiencing issues with my joints since the fourth grade, and I am now 36 years old, with these problems still persisting. I have undergone prelimina...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: It seems that you may have a problem with widespread pain. Conditions that can manifest as widespread pain include inflammatory or degenerative arthritis, thyroid disorders, vitamin D deficiency, systemic lupus erythematosus, polymyositis, liver disease, kidney disease, le...[Read More] Chronic Joint Pain for 26 Years: Seeking Answers and Effective Solutions
Understanding Nerve Issues: Left Thumb Sensation and Foot Pain Explained
Abnormal sensation in the left thumb and pain on the dorsum of the left foot? Hello, doctor. I would like to explain my main symptoms, which are twofold: 1. I have abnormal sensations in my left thumb (a tingling feeling, but not like an electric shock). The sensation is most p...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it may be necessary to consider symptoms of nerve compression due to a herniated disc. The numbness in your hands could be due to compression of the sixth cervical nerve root. The pain in your lower limbs may be related to compression of the fift...[Read More] Understanding Nerve Issues: Left Thumb Sensation and Foot Pain Explained
Persistent Headaches: Understanding Symptoms and Seeking Solutions
Persistent headache for six months? One night, I experienced severe headaches and pain around my eye sockets. I was only able to sleep after taking a sleeping pill. The next day, the pain subsided, but I developed shoulder pain. This lasted for a day and then went away. Subsequen...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: You may need to consider issues related to cervical fascia. Degenerative changes in the cervical spine can lead to neck pain and stiffness, as well as pain that radiates to the shoulders, arms, and hands due to compression of nearby nerve roots, causing discomfort. Medic...[Read More] Persistent Headaches: Understanding Symptoms and Seeking Solutions
Chin Tuck Exercises: Causes of Headaches and Eye Pain Explained
The chin tuck exercise caused a migraine accompanied by swelling and pain in the eyes? Hello, doctor. Due to prolonged computer use, I have developed what is commonly referred to as "turtle neck." To help relax my neck, I perform chin tucks, but every time I do, my righ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms still suggest the possibility of muscle tension in the C3-C4 region of the cervical spine. It may be that some muscles are not fully relaxing. I recommend consulting a physical therapist to learn proper relaxation techniques. Also, pay attention to your postu...[Read More] Chin Tuck Exercises: Causes of Headaches and Eye Pain Explained
Understanding Neck Pain and Scalp Tingling: When to See a Neurologist
Scalp tingling and pain in the left posterior neck? I would like to ask about the tightness and soreness I've been experiencing in the left side of my neck over the past two days. The pain extends up to the scalp at the back of my left head, which feels tingly, and I also ha...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, it may be necessary to consider spinal-related diseases. Excessive force during neck rotation and other external factors can lead to cervical instability, dislocation, and cervical disc herniation. If there are pathological changes in the cervica...[Read More] Understanding Neck Pain and Scalp Tingling: When to See a Neurologist
Understanding Unexplained Dizziness: Causes and Solutions
Unexplained dizziness? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing a pulsating sensation in the back of my head and a feeling of instability for five years. It feels like I am walking on cotton. I have undergone numerous tests and only found a small bone spur in my neck that does not ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it may be necessary to consider cervical nerve root compression, which is often related to tightness in the cervical muscles and fascia, as well as cervical degeneration. Symptoms may include pain at the affected site, discomfort, muscle stiffnes...[Read More] Understanding Unexplained Dizziness: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Lateral Leg Numbness: Causes and Insights
Numbness in the outer sides of both legs? Hello doctor, my wife started experiencing numbness on the outer sides of her thighs about a year ago, and now it has extended to her calves as well. However, she has no issues walking. Both her MRI and nerve conduction studies have come ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: In addition to sciatica, your symptoms may suggest "piriformis syndrome." The piriformis muscle is located deep in the buttocks and spans between the spine and the hip joint. When the piriformis muscle becomes inflamed, it can compress the sciatic nerve, leading ...[Read More] Understanding Lateral Leg Numbness: Causes and Insights
Understanding Numbness and Pain in Limbs: A Neurological Perspective
Numbness in the limbs? Since I woke up last Friday morning (I usually sleep on my left side and mostly sit during work hours), it has been four days. When I walk, I feel pain in my legs, particularly behind my knees, which worsens with bending my legs. The pain is more pronounced...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, it may be necessary to consider spinal-related diseases. Excessive force during neck rotation and other external factors may lead to cervical instability, dislocation, and cervical disc herniation. Typical symptoms of lumbar nerve root pathology ...[Read More] Understanding Numbness and Pain in Limbs: A Neurological Perspective
Understanding Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Ulnar nerve neuropathy Hello Doctor: I began experiencing slight numbness in my left little finger and an unusual sensation when touched around mid-last year, which is not like the normal feeling of my fingers. I have tried various folk remedies, chiropractic treatments, and medi...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the first consideration should be ulnar nerve pathology. However, since the symptoms extend to the shoulder, it may also be necessary to consider compression of the nerve roots at the first thoracic vertebra. The causes of compression, whether it...[Read More] Understanding Ulnar Nerve Dysfunction: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Understanding Post-Traumatic Head Pain: Is It Normal After Injury?
Head trauma It has been a month since the car accident on December 14th. The head injury has had the stitches removed and is mostly healed. An MRI has confirmed that there are no fractures in the skull, but the area around the wound still feels numb and painful, and I experience ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: You mentioned that the symptoms of headache may need to consider cervical spine disorders, and the likelihood of intracranial hemorrhage is lower. When encountering external factors such as traffic accidents, falls, impacts to the head against hard objects, or excessive fo...[Read More] Understanding Post-Traumatic Head Pain: Is It Normal After Injury?
Why Does My Right Leg Numb When Sleeping on My Side?
When sleeping on the right side, the legs are prone to numbness? Hello, doctor. Recently, when I sleep on my side at night, my right thigh to calf tends to feel numb, while the left side does not. Even when I lie flat on my back, I still feel discomfort on the right side. Could t...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: You mentioned that the numbness from your right thigh to your calf may be due to nerve compression, and it is also important to consider lumbar disc herniation compressing the nerves. Disc herniation can occur due to sudden injuries, such as twisting the waist suddenly, be...[Read More] Why Does My Right Leg Numb When Sleeping on My Side?
Understanding Post-Concussion Symptoms: Seeking Expert Advice
Dr. Cheng, I would like to ask you again? Hello, since my head was injured from a collision on July 14, 2020, I have experienced dizziness, blurred vision, a feeling of pressure in my head, vomiting, numbness in my limbs, tongue numbness, left facial numbness, and high blood pres...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: It is recommended that you seek treatment at the same hospital for more comprehensive information. If there are physical injuries caused by trauma, you may consider adding hyperbaric oxygen therapy to accelerate the body's healing process. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is...[Read More] Understanding Post-Concussion Symptoms: Seeking Expert Advice
Understanding Post-Concussion Symptoms: Seeking Answers and Next Steps
Concussion inquiry 🙏 Hello, I experienced a head injury from a collision on July 14, 2020, and have since been suffering from dizziness, blurred vision, a feeling of pressure in my head, vomiting, numbness in my limbs, tongue numbness, left facial numbness, and elevated blood pre...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, it seems that in addition to the brain, issues related to the cervical musculoskeletal system should also be considered. The symptoms related to the brain include facial and tongue numbness, as well as difficulty in immediately recognizing past p...[Read More] Understanding Post-Concussion Symptoms: Seeking Answers and Next Steps