Understanding Muscle Twitches and Nerve Sensitivity in the Arm
Tremor issues? Hello Doctor: I am currently in the United States, and accessing healthcare is not very convenient. I would like to request your assistance, thank you. For the past five days, I have been experiencing involuntary twitching in the upper left arm, specifically in the...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your described symptoms, they are very similar to cervical myofascial pain syndrome. Clinically, it often presents as pain in the affected area, discomfort, muscle stiffness, or a heavy sensation, and sometimes palpable myofascial trigger points can be felt under ...[Read More] Understanding Muscle Twitches and Nerve Sensitivity in the Arm
Understanding Weakness in the Left Thumb: Is It ALS or Something Else?
Weakness in pressing down with the left thumb? Three days ago, I suddenly lost strength in my left thumb, making it difficult to perform tasks such as wearing a helmet, buttoning clothes, and unplugging devices. It has felt somewhat stiff and less agile for almost a year now. Whe...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms may need to rule out ulnar nerve pathology and other common issues. Generally, ulnar nerve pathology can cause numbness. In cases of severe ulnar nerve pathology, the muscles it innervates may atrophy, leading to a "claw hand" deformity. Atrophy of ...[Read More] Understanding Weakness in the Left Thumb: Is It ALS or Something Else?
Understanding Ulnar Nerve Palsy: Post-Surgery Recovery Insights
Ulnar nerve paralysis Hello, doctor: It has been almost a month since I underwent ulnar nerve decompression surgery. Is it normal to still experience numbness and tingling in my little finger and ring finger?
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to consult a rehabilitation physician for a localized soft tissue ultrasound to check for any signs of inflammation or adhesions. Additionally, rehabilitation therapy can be performed to alleviate compression symptoms. Wishing you good health and peace. D...[Read More] Understanding Ulnar Nerve Palsy: Post-Surgery Recovery Insights
Understanding Burning Sensation in the Right Elbow: Possible Causes and Solutions
Burning sensation in the right elbow? Hello, doctor. For the past two weeks, I have been experiencing a burning sensation on the inner side of my right elbow, even though there has been no injury. Wearing long-sleeved clothing exacerbates the burning and stabbing pain, and at tim...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello, generally speaking, having undergone carpal tunnel release and ulnar nerve decompression surgery on the left hand should not affect the right hand. It is recommended that you visit a neurologist for further evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Burning Sensation in the Right Elbow: Possible Causes and Solutions
Understanding Nerve Damage After a Fall: Symptoms and Concerns
I accidentally fell backward while exercising? Two days ago, I accidentally fell backward while exercising and hit my head. The next day, I went to see a doctor because my shoulder was very sore. The doctor advised me to let my muscles rest for a few days. However, when I got hom...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms indeed warrant consideration of nerve compression. Taking the ulnar nerve as an example, resting the elbow on a hard surface or applying pressure to the elbow can likely lead to ulnar nerve pathology. Activities such as typing on a computer or scarring and fi...[Read More] Understanding Nerve Damage After a Fall: Symptoms and Concerns
Understanding Right Back and Hand Numbness: Causes and Solutions
Numbness in the right upper back? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask if it is possible that my poor sitting posture from long hours of working at a computer is causing my symptoms. Initially, I experienced numbness extending from my right pinky finger to my palm, but it doesn'...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, your symptoms may suggest compression of the cervical spine at the seventh vertebra and the first thoracic nerve root, leading to numbness extending to the little finger. This could be due to prolonged poor posture while looking down, resulting i...[Read More] Understanding Right Back and Hand Numbness: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Muscle Twitches and Numbness: When to Seek Neurological Help
Involuntary muscle twitching and numbness or pain in the hands? Hello Doctor, I previously experienced some soreness and weakness in my left hand, but the condition improved. However, at the end of February, while riding my motorcycle, I twisted my left thumb quite forcefully whi...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: The condition you are concerned about, commonly known as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), primarily involves issues with motor neurons. Motor neurons control muscle movement; generally, the motor neurons in the brain are referred to as upper motor neurons, while those ...[Read More] Understanding Muscle Twitches and Numbness: When to Seek Neurological Help
Understanding Trapezius Muscle Issues and Pulsatile Tinnitus
Trapezius muscle issues and pulsatile tinnitus? Hello Dr. Jiang, Since I changed to a new pillow last September, I experienced a stiff neck that healed after a week. However, about a month later, I began to feel soreness and numbness in my left upper trapezius muscle, with inte...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Regarding your questions, may I ask Dr. Jiang whether I can request a cervical ultrasound examination, or seek help from another specialty? A: Typically, vertebral artery issues are more related to hearing. If you request a carotid artery examination, the attending physici...[Read More] Understanding Trapezius Muscle Issues and Pulsatile Tinnitus
Understanding Hand Tremors: Causes and Concerns in Neurology
Tremor issues? I experience shaking in my hands when holding objects, though it's not very pronounced. Sometimes my hands feel weak, and my little finger occasionally goes numb. I also notice shaking during static moments, and it becomes more pronounced when I play mobile ga...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, your symptoms are more indicative of ulnar nerve neuropathy, which can affect the sensation in the little finger. Leaning your elbow on a table or other hard surfaces, as well as applying pressure to the elbow, can likely cause ulnar nerve neurop...[Read More] Understanding Hand Tremors: Causes and Concerns in Neurology
Understanding Right Hand Pain and Left Hand Numbness: Causes and Treatments
Pain in the right hand and numbness in the left hand? Hello, I would like to ask about my right hand. Initially, I experienced pain in my wrist (extending from my thumb to my wrist), which later spread to my forearm and then to my right shoulder. The pain started about a year ago...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms in the right hand resemble those of nerve root compression in the cervical spine. Preventive measures include: 1. Change positions: Change your posture every 15 minutes to allow the neck tissues to rest. Any posture (including normal ones) maintained for a pe...[Read More] Understanding Right Hand Pain and Left Hand Numbness: Causes and Treatments
Numbness in the Outer Side of the Left Pinky: Should You See a Doctor?
Loss of sensation on the outer side of the left little finger? Hello, doctor! A week ago, my mom gave me a jade bracelet to celebrate my acceptance into college. After the shopkeeper forced the bracelet onto my wrist, I couldn't take it off at all. I struggled for an entire ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, your symptoms are more consistent with ulnar nerve neuropathy (affecting the sensory area near the little finger). When the wrist rests on a hard surface like a table, pressure can lead to ulnar nerve neuropathy. This condition typically causes n...[Read More] Numbness in the Outer Side of the Left Pinky: Should You See a Doctor?
Numbness on Half of the Back of My Hand: When to See a Neurologist?
Numbness in half of the back of the hand? I have numbness on the left half of the back of my left hand and half of my little finger, but the palm is not numb, and I do not feel weakness or pain. It has been like this for about a week. Should I see a neurologist for this?
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms are more indicative of ulnar nerve entrapment, particularly affecting the branches on the back of the hand. When the elbow rests on a hard surface, such as a table, or when pressure is applied to the elbow, it can likely lead to ulnar nerve entrapment, especi...[Read More] Numbness on Half of the Back of My Hand: When to See a Neurologist?
Understanding Muscle Twitches: Neurological Symptoms Explained
Muscle twitching Initially, there was just a feeling of soreness in the muscles of the arms and legs, and standing for a longer period causes pain. The right hand experiences pain in the little finger, there is persistent noise and echo in the ears, and the left side of the face ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms are quite atypical and involve multiple different neurological areas that need to be analyzed individually: 1. Pain in the little finger of the right hand: This may indicate a joint issue, but if there are symptoms of numbness or tingling, ulnar nerve patholo...[Read More] Understanding Muscle Twitches: Neurological Symptoms Explained
Understanding Involuntary Finger Twitches: Causes and Concerns
Finger twitching Hello doctor, recently my right hand's ring finger has been twitching on its own for no apparent reason! The frequency is irregular and it occurs throughout the day (but is easier to observe when at rest). I'm really worried that it might be ALS...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: You mentioned the issue of finger twitching, which is commonly associated with peripheral nerve disorders or instability. The area of the ulnar nerve distribution in your fingers may present clinical symptoms such as numbness, tingling, or muscle atrophy. In contrast, the ...[Read More] Understanding Involuntary Finger Twitches: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Nerve Pain in the Left Hand: Causes and When to Seek Help
Pain in the dorsal aspect of the left hand? Today, I have a sharp pain on the far left side of my left hand, just below the little finger, in the very edge area. Why is this happening? I often stay up late, have insufficient sleep, and rely on takeout food. I am under significant...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: The distribution of your neurological symptoms is located in the area of the ulnar nerve. This is caused by compression of the ulnar nerve at the wrist, resulting in numbness and tingling in the ring finger, middle finger, and little finger. Clinically, a neurologist will ...[Read More] Understanding Nerve Pain in the Left Hand: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Nerve Pain and Muscle Twitches: When to Seek Help
Numbness in the limbs and nerve twitching? Recently, I have been experiencing a tingling and painful sensation in my left pinky finger and the last three toes of my right foot. Prior to these symptoms, I often felt muscle twitches in various areas, but I'm not sure if there&...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, you mentioned that the discomfort in your hand's nerves may be a symptom of ulnar nerve injury, which is most commonly associated with numbness in the areas supplied by the ulnar nerve (the little finger, half of the ring finger, and the corresponding area of the palm...[Read More] Understanding Nerve Pain and Muscle Twitches: When to Seek Help
Understanding Neck and Shoulder Pain: Is It Nerve or Muscle Issues?
Stiffness in the shoulders and neck, numbness in the hands? I often feel tightness and soreness in my shoulders, neck, and upper back. The sides of my head, particularly around the temples, feel tense and swollen. My neck feels stiff, especially in the morning when I wake up and ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, the most common cause of neck pain is cervical myofascial pain. Prolonged periods of looking down can lead to overuse of the trapezius muscle in the back of the neck, resulting in neck and shoulder discomfort. Initially, resting may alleviate the pain, but over time it can...[Read More] Understanding Neck and Shoulder Pain: Is It Nerve or Muscle Issues?
Can Antibiotics Cause Peripheral Neuropathy? Symptoms and Treatment Options
Peripheral neuropathy? Doctor: Hello, may I ask if antibiotics (such as Levofloxacin) can potentially cause peripheral neuropathy? If it does occur, what relief and treatment options are available? I have experienced peripheral neuropathy after taking antibiotics for an extended ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, your report mentions polyneuropathy, but cervical radiculopathy cannot be ruled out. There are many potential causes, and in addition to medications, some internal diseases such as diabetes can also lead to neuropathy. I recommend that you consul...[Read More] Can Antibiotics Cause Peripheral Neuropathy? Symptoms and Treatment Options
Understanding Your Nerve Conduction Study Results: Key Insights
Nerve Conduction Study Report Hello Doctor, this is my nerve conduction study report. The conclusion states: The NCS, F-wave, and H-reflex of the four limbs showed: - Prolonged distal latency (4.3 ms) of the right median compound muscle action potential (CMAP), normal amplitudes...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Relevant reports indicate that only the left fifth lumbar nerve and the left tibial nerve have issues that may be related to the foot; however, they are not associated with plantar fasciitis. Your symptoms are primarily consistent with plantar fasciitis.[Read More] Understanding Your Nerve Conduction Study Results: Key Insights
Understanding Ulnar Nerve Compression: Symptoms and Relief Strategies
Ulnar nerve compression Hello doctor, I often rest my left hand on the computer desk to support my chin while using the computer. I've noticed that my left ring finger and little finger have been tingling for the past couple of days, and my shoulder is also a bit sore. I loo...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the symptoms in your left hand may indicate ulnar nerve pathology, with cubital tunnel syndrome being one of the possibilities. Diagnosis can be made through neurological examination and medical history; additionally, nerve conduction studies may...[Read More] Understanding Ulnar Nerve Compression: Symptoms and Relief Strategies