Understanding Thumb Weakness and Finger Tremors: Neurology Insights
Finger issues Hello Doctor, I'm here to ask you another question. Last time, I mentioned that my right hand feels strange, but I forgot to mention that when I use my right thumb to scroll on my phone (holding the phone with one hand), it feels less agile compared to my left ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, sir: You mentioned experiencing tingling sensations in your fingers, particularly in the index finger. This may suggest inflammation of the median nerve. The median nerve is responsible for the movement of the thumb and provides sensation to the thumb, index finger, middle...[Read More] Understanding Thumb Weakness and Finger Tremors: Neurology Insights
Understanding Numbness in the Left Hand and Occipital Region
Numbness in the back of the head and tingling in the left hand? The left hand has been feeling numb for several days, and tonight there is suddenly a tingling sensation in the back of the head. I would like to know what could be causing this.
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Ke, You may need to consider cervical nerve root compression, which is often related to tightness in the cervical muscles and degeneration of the cervical spine. Symptoms typically include pain at the affected site, discomfort, muscle stiffness, or neurological sensatio...[Read More] Understanding Numbness in the Left Hand and Occipital Region
Understanding Sudden Numbness and Right-Sided Head Pain: Neurology Insights
Intermittent numbness in the body and a dull pain on the right side of the head? Hello, Doctor: Recently, I have been experiencing occasional tingling sensations throughout my body, similar to being suddenly shocked. Aside from my head, I don't feel discomfort anywhere else....
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Mr. Chang, The symptoms you mentioned may initially suggest cervical nerve root compression, which is often related to tightness in the cervical muscles and degeneration of the cervical spine. This condition typically presents with pain at the affected site, discomfort, mus...[Read More] Understanding Sudden Numbness and Right-Sided Head Pain: Neurology Insights
Left Hand Finger Numbness and Heat After Shower: Causes and Concerns
Numbness and warmth in the fingertips of the left hand? Hello, doctor. Recently, I have been experiencing a tingling sensation in the fingertips of my left hand (particularly in the thumb, index, and middle fingers) after taking a shower with hot water. I would like to ask you a ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Miss: Your symptoms may suggest carpal tunnel syndrome. You mentioned experiencing hand numbness after using a hairdryer; I wonder if you used your left hand to hold the hairdryer? Carpal tunnel syndrome typically occurs in individuals who perform repetitive wrist movement...[Read More] Left Hand Finger Numbness and Heat After Shower: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Facial and Scalp Numbness: When to Seek Medical Attention
Scalp tingling and facial numbness? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing tingling sensations on my scalp for the past few days, and then my left face started to feel numb as well. Occasionally, my left hand also feels numb, but not as frequently as my face. Due to the pandemic,...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Ching, Your symptoms are occurring on the same side, affecting both your face and limbs. It is advisable to rule out structural issues in the brain, starting with the exclusion of cerebrovascular diseases. Generally, individuals with high blood pressure have a higher ri...[Read More] Understanding Facial and Scalp Numbness: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Headaches After Nasal Swab Tests: When to Seek Help
Headache after rapid testing? Hello, doctor! After I performed a rapid test by swabbing my right nostril, I experienced a tingling sensation in the entire right side of my occipital region, extending to the top of my head and deep within my nostril. This sensation then evolves in...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Mei, Your symptoms may be a result of excessive neck extension during the screening process. It is recommended that you keep your eyes focused straight ahead, and the physician can adjust the angle of the screening. As long as you remain still, the difficulty of the exa...[Read More] Understanding Headaches After Nasal Swab Tests: When to Seek Help
Understanding Leg Cramps and Twitches: Causes and Solutions
Sharp pain in the foot followed by twitching? Sometimes, when I'm about to fall asleep but still conscious (whether at night or during a nap), I experience an uncomfortable sensation in my legs (mainly in the calves), followed by involuntary jerking movements (usually in one...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: You mentioned muscle twitches before falling asleep, known as hypnic jerks. When the breathing rate decreases significantly during sleep or when dreaming of falling, the brain's nervous system perceives the body as being in danger and responds by quickly tensing the m...[Read More] Understanding Leg Cramps and Twitches: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Facial Numbness: Is It Related to Trigeminal Nerve Issues?
I would like to ask some questions? Three days ago, I started experiencing a tingling sensation when touching the right lower lip and chin. There is also a small area on the front of the right side of my tongue that feels tingly. My cheek and chin feel slightly warm. What could b...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms may suggest trigeminal neuralgia, which is typically unilateral. Pain is most commonly experienced in the maxillary and mandibular branches (your symptoms are in the mandibular branch). The pain is characterized by severe, superficial, sharp, paroxysmal episo...[Read More] Understanding Facial Numbness: Is It Related to Trigeminal Nerve Issues?
Understanding Hand Tremors: Causes and When to Seek Medical Advice
Finger tremors Hello Doctor: In recent months, I have occasionally woken up at night due to numbness in my hands (90% of the time it's my left hand, sometimes the entire palm, and other times just the ring and little fingers). The common factor is that I notice my hand is po...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms may suggest ulnar nerve pathology, commonly caused by poor posture leading to compression. The sensory distribution of the ulnar nerve includes the little finger, half of the ring finger, and the corresponding area of the palm. Common symptoms include numbnes...[Read More] Understanding Hand Tremors: Causes and When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Scalp Tingling: When to Seek Medical Attention
Scalp tingling? Hello doctor, for the past couple of days, I've been experiencing intermittent tingling sensations on the right side of my scalp and face. The tingling feels similar to goosebumps, and it occurs occasionally with varying intervals. I've also noticed that...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms are more indicative of neuropathic pain, which is usually caused by damage or disease of the somatosensory nervous system. Since your symptoms are localized on the right side of your body, it is important to consider pain caused by central nervous system diso...[Read More] Understanding Scalp Tingling: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Neck and Trapezius Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Stiffness and pain in the neck and trapezius muscle? Hello, Doctor. In the past few days, I have been experiencing neck stiffness and a tingling sensation, along with pain in my trapezius muscle. I have taken muscle relaxants, but they only provide temporary relief, and the pain ...
Dr. Hong Weibin Reply:
Hello: Based on the symptoms you described, it may be due to stiffness and tension in the shoulder and neck muscles. It is advisable to seek treatment from a rehabilitation specialist. Wishing you a speedy recovery.[Read More] Understanding Neck and Trapezius Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Itchy Skin and Tingling Sensations: Possible Causes and Solutions
Tingling sensations in the body and itchy skin? Hello, doctor. On April 24th, I went for a ride in the mountains, and after returning, I started to feel itchy skin without a specific area. Initially, I suspected that I might have brought back some bugs (like fleas), but there are...
Dr. Hong Weibin Reply:
Hello: Generally speaking, the possible factors for skin itching can be categorized as follows: Dermatological factors: excessive dryness, eczema, psoriasis, scabies, parasites, burns, insect bites, allergic urticaria. Internal factors: liver disease, kidney disease, anemia, di...[Read More] Understanding Itchy Skin and Tingling Sensations: Possible Causes and Solutions
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 Scalp Tingling and Dizziness: Possible Causes and Concerns
Scalp tingling and dizziness? Hello, doctor. Over the past year, I have occasionally experienced dizziness and tingling in my scalp. Sometimes it occurs on one side, sometimes on both sides, and at times it even extends to my face, but there is no drooping or anything like that—j...
Dr. Hong Weibin Reply:
Hello: The most common cause of dizziness is dysfunction of the vestibular inner ear. Common triggers include viral infections, dehydration, stress, lack of sleep, and emotional factors. The scalp may experience intermittent numbness or tingling due to various factors such as ski...[Read More] Understanding Scalp Tingling and Dizziness: Possible Causes and Concerns
Persistent Headaches After Car Accident: Next Steps for Recovery
Headache persisting for more than one month after a car accident? After a car accident while wearing a helmet, the patient suffered a head impact and was hospitalized. The resident physician indicated that a brain scan revealed small blood clots, but surgery was not necessary. Ov...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms may suggest that there has been an injury to the neck muscles due to a head impact, as well as compression of the cervical nerves leading to tingling sensations. It is recommended that you consult a rehabilitation physician to discuss examination and treatmen...[Read More] Persistent Headaches After Car Accident: Next Steps for Recovery
Numbness and Pain Around the Achilles Tendon: What You Need to Know
The skin over the Achilles tendon at the back of the ankle is experiencing tingling sensations? Hello Doctor, about two weeks ago, I started experiencing pain in my left Achilles tendon area when performing certain positions or movements, such as stretching my knee straight and p...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms may suggest the possibility of peripheral nerve injury, particularly involving the sciatic nerve. Generally, nerve conduction studies and electromyography can assist in the diagnosis. I recommend consulting with a rehabilitation specialist or a neurologist/ne...[Read More] Numbness and Pain Around the Achilles Tendon: What You Need to Know
Understanding Nerve-Related Symptoms: Itchy, Numb, and Painful Left Shoulder Blade
Itching, numbness, and pain in the left scapula? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing a tingling sensation near my left scapula for some time. It later developed into itching, and when I scratch it, I notice that there is little sensation in the scapula itself, only a feeling o...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
It is recommended to visit the neurology outpatient clinic for an examination.[Read More] Understanding Nerve-Related Symptoms: Itchy, Numb, and Painful Left Shoulder Blade
Understanding Sudden Dizziness and Anxiety: Possible Causes Explained
I would like to know what causes these symptoms? Tonight, I suddenly feel very dizzy and have a heavy sensation in my head, but I don't have any cold symptoms (no cough, no sore throat, etc.). Along with the dizziness, I also suddenly feel very cold, my scalp is tingling, an...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Based on your description: First, it is important to consider the symptoms of syncope, with the most common causes being reflex syncope. This can occur due to excessive stimulation of the vagus nerve, leading to bradycardia and decreased cardiac output. Other triggers may include...[Read More] Understanding Sudden Dizziness and Anxiety: Possible Causes Explained
Understanding Neurological Symptoms: Brain Tingling and Knee Muscle Control
Muscles at the upper edge of the knee and the brain? Hello Doctor: Recently (for about two weeks), I have been experiencing a sensation of numbness in my brain for approximately one-third of the day. I also feel unable to control the muscles at the upper edge of my knee. However,...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, there are many reasons for the inability to control the leg muscles, such as lumbar nerve compression, which requires examination. As for the tingling sensation in the legs, it may be worth considering the possibility of restless legs syndrome. T...[Read More] Understanding Neurological Symptoms: Brain Tingling and Knee Muscle Control
Understanding Facial Numbness: Causes and When to Seek Help
Numbness on one side of the face? About a month ago, one night while lying in bed trying to sleep, I noticed a tingling sensation on my right cheek. It wasn't complete numbness, but rather a sensation similar to when your legs fall asleep from sitting cross-legged. The next ...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Based on the described symptoms, trigeminal nerve disorder is suspected. It is recommended to visit a neurology outpatient clinic.[Read More] Understanding Facial Numbness: Causes and When to Seek Help