Understanding Sudden Dizziness: Causes and Solutions
Sudden dizziness? Yesterday, while walking through the night market, I felt like my ears were blocked, and my vision became increasingly dark until I couldn't see anything. My arms and legs also felt weak. This isn't the first time; it has happened two or three times be...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Based on your description: The symptoms you mentioned of sudden weakness are more likely caused by syncope, which may result from a drop in blood pressure or vasoconstriction leading to reduced cerebral blood flow and subsequent cerebral ischemia. Syncope is more likely to occur ...[Read More] Understanding Sudden Dizziness: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Concussions: Symptoms, Recovery, and Academic Challenges
About concussions? I experienced a depressive episode and intentionally hit my head against the car door. After nearly an hour, I lost consciousness for a few minutes. The next day, I woke up with symptoms including headache, dizziness, nausea, and occasional difficulty focusing ...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Recovery from a concussion requires some time, and it is advisable to rest during this period, avoiding stress and excessive mental exertion. Attention issues and dizziness while walking should improve gradually as the nervous system heals itself.[Read More] Understanding Concussions: Symptoms, Recovery, and Academic Challenges
Post-Car Accident: Managing Dizziness and Nausea Symptoms
One month after the car accident, experiencing loss of balance, dizziness, nausea, and a feeling of wanting to vomit? On January 10th, my boyfriend was in a car accident with significant impact, but fortunately, he was well-protected by his clothing and only sustained external in...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
The likelihood of inner ear issues is the highest, and otolaryngologists are more specialized in this area. However, if dizziness and vomiting are accompanied by symptoms of neurological deficits such as double vision, slurred speech, delayed cognitive response, or weakness in th...[Read More] Post-Car Accident: Managing Dizziness and Nausea Symptoms
Understanding Dizziness, Nausea, and Weakness: Possible Neurological Issues
Dizziness, cold sweats, blurred vision, weakness in both hands, and nausea? A few years ago, while riding my bicycle, I suddenly felt very nauseous during a break, couldn't see clearly, felt dizzy, and had weakness in my limbs. My parents said I looked very pale. Later, duri...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Dear patient, the source of your symptoms is difficult to classify as either neurological or gastrointestinal. Dizziness can be a manifestation of various conditions. I recommend that you visit either a neurology or gastroenterology clinic for further evaluation and examination.[Read More] Understanding Dizziness, Nausea, and Weakness: Possible Neurological Issues
Understanding Fainting Caused by Abdominal Pain: Possible Triggers and Insights
Abdominal pain leading to syncope? Hello, Doctor Gao: Today, around 11:30 AM, I experienced a sudden onset of abdominal pain that caused me to faint in the bathroom. Initially, the pain was crampy, followed by diarrhea, which occurred about two to three times. After that, I still...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
I am not certain about the cause of your abdominal pain; it could be incidental or due to other reasons. However, abdominal pain can be severe enough to cause reflex syncope, which is due to excessive stimulation of the vagus nerve, leading to suppressed heart rate and blood pres...[Read More] Understanding Fainting Caused by Abdominal Pain: Possible Triggers and Insights
Frequent Headaches and Dizziness: Understanding Balance Issues and Vision Loss
Headache, dizziness, loss of balance, and sudden blackout? I have been experiencing frequent headaches and dizziness lately. Sometimes, I suddenly lose my balance while walking, or my vision goes completely black. I have had episodes of sudden vision loss in the past, but they ha...
Dr. Yang Shenggong Reply:
Hello Ms. Chen: Based on your description, your main issues are: - Intermittent headaches - Accompanied by dizziness, blurred vision/visual field loss, and balance disturbances. Common possible causes include: 1. Syncope due to anemia: Pay attention to whether there are short men...[Read More] Frequent Headaches and Dizziness: Understanding Balance Issues and Vision Loss
Understanding Recent Symptoms: Dizziness, Nausea, and Breathing Issues
Recent symptoms of physical discomfort have occurred? Hello, Dr. Jiang. Recently, I have been experiencing dizziness, similar to the sensation of an earthquake. It is accompanied by shortness of breath; even though I am trying hard to inhale and exhale, I feel like I am not getti...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Based on your description, the causes of dizziness should consider several factors such as anemia, inner ear imbalance, or cervical issues. Accompanying symptoms may include hyperventilation, which can lead to a sensation of suffocation and affect blood flow to organs. When blood...[Read More] Understanding Recent Symptoms: Dizziness, Nausea, and Breathing Issues
Is My Eye Pain a Sign of Migraine? Understanding Symptoms and Genetics
Symptoms of migraine include: 1. Intense, throbbing headache, often on one side of the head. 2. Nausea and vomiting. 3. Sens Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about a symptom that occurs once every 2 to 3 years. It starts with blurred vision and seeing shadows, followed by pain...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
The nerves of the eyes are also considered part of the head. If the eye pain is not caused by conditions such as acute glaucoma or inflammation, along with other accompanying symptoms, a more reasonable explanation would be a prodromal migraine, also known as a typical migraine.[Read More] Is My Eye Pain a Sign of Migraine? Understanding Symptoms and Genetics
Understanding Dizziness and Eye Pain: When to Seek Neurology Help
Dizziness upon opening the eyes? Hello Doctor, I am inquiring about my mother's condition. She is currently 65 years old. Last night, she had a big argument with my younger brother, and afterwards, she experienced pain in one eye and slight dizziness. Since her condition imp...
Dr. Yang Shenggong Reply:
Hello Mr. Lan: Your mother's primary symptoms include sudden onset of unilateral eye pain accompanied by dizziness, which may suggest several conditions: A. If the dizziness is characterized by a spinning sensation, it may be due to posterior circulation insufficiency, poten...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness and Eye Pain: When to Seek Neurology Help
Frequent Dizziness and Nausea: Should You Get a Brain Scan?
Dizziness and nausea? It has been a while since I've been experiencing frequent dizziness and nausea. Should I get a brain scan?
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is important to first consider migraine, as the symptoms include visual disturbances. These may manifest as starry or lightning-like flashes, as well as blurred or distorted vision, which are all common aura symptoms. A few minutes after the a...[Read More] Frequent Dizziness and Nausea: Should You Get a Brain Scan?
Understanding Dizziness Starting from the Back of the Head: A Neurology Perspective
Dizziness originating from the back of the head? I have been receiving treatment in cardiology for 2 years and 4 months. Twenty years ago, I was treated for Meniere's disease for about a year. During middle school, I injured my right eardrum while playing basketball, which l...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Your symptoms are experienced by many people, often occurring after periods of fatigue or busy tasks, and sometimes around the time of a cold when physical strength is diminished. Often, examinations reveal no significant issues. I can only explain that it may be a slight vestibu...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness Starting from the Back of the Head: A Neurology Perspective
Understanding Eye Movement Disorders: Causes and Treatment Options
Nystagmus and visual oscillation? Hello, Doctor. I have been experiencing involuntary eye (eyelid) twitching since February of last year, but it does not occur when my eyes are open. Starting in May, I noticed a slight tremor when looking at objects, especially when viewing grid ...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
This symptom makes it difficult to rule out neurological disorders. Nystagmus is an external observation and may not necessarily align with personal sensations; it is also harder to accurately observe true nystagmus when the eyes are closed. Therefore, it is advisable for you to ...[Read More] Understanding Eye Movement Disorders: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Unexplained Dizziness: Causes and Necessary Tests
Intermittent dizziness? Hello Doctor: Recently, I have been experiencing frequent dizziness over the past month. It starts with sudden shortness of breath, followed by a feeling that something is not quite right with my body. Then, I experience discomfort in my stomach and abdome...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
It may be related to the blood supply to the brain and transient discharges. At your age, it is important to consider intracranial vascular abnormalities. There may be a reduction in blood flow distribution to the brain during activity or after meals, leading to a steal phenomeno...[Read More] Understanding Unexplained Dizziness: Causes and Necessary Tests
Recurring Dizziness During Pregnancy: Causes and Solutions
Recurrent dizziness Hello, Dr. Jiang. During my second pregnancy, I experienced several episodes of dizziness. A few times while I was out, I suddenly felt like everything was spinning (similar to the sensation of a hangover, or like spinning around ten times and then trying to w...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, your symptoms are similar to Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV). This condition is characterized by brief episodes of dizziness that are related to changes in head position, such as bending over, leaning back, lying down, getting up, rol...[Read More] Recurring Dizziness During Pregnancy: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Left Facial Numbness: Possible Causes and Concerns
Numbness in the left cheek? Hello Doctor, my question is that initially I felt like there was a foreign body in my eye, but after visiting an ophthalmologist, they said there was no foreign body. I have also experienced a tingling sensation in the left side of my cheek. The ophth...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
According to your description, the facial sensation abnormalities you mentioned are primarily governed by the trigeminal nerve (the fifth cranial nerve). The area extending from below the left eye to the left side of the lip corresponds to the second division of the trigeminal ne...[Read More] Understanding Left Facial Numbness: Possible Causes and Concerns
Understanding Facial Twitching: Causes and When to Seek Help
Facial nerve twitching? Doctor, I've been experiencing sudden body tremors frequently, my eyelids keep twitching, and the corners of my mouth also twitch. When I stand up after sitting for a long time, I feel very dizzy and my vision gets blurry. Doctor, am I sick???
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
According to your description, eyelid movement is controlled by the facial nerve. If the eyelid is twitching continuously, the physician will first carefully observe the patient's face. If, aside from the eyelid, there is no twitching in other facial muscles, it is classifie...[Read More] Understanding Facial Twitching: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Dizziness: Neurological Insights and Possible Causes
Dizziness and related issues? Hello Doctor, since elementary school, I have felt unwell whenever I stand still for a short period. My vision gradually darkens, I experience tinnitus, break out in cold sweats, and my breathing becomes somewhat rapid. However, these symptoms do not...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Dear Miss Su, if you are experiencing these symptoms, my suggestion is to first rule out any issues with the carotid arteries. If there are no problems found, then seek assistance from a psychosomatic medicine specialist (psychiatrist).[Read More] Understanding Dizziness: Neurological Insights and Possible Causes
Understanding Transient Ischemic Attacks: Symptoms and Diagnosis Insights
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing dizziness for the past six months. It is not a spinning sensation, but rather a feeling of unsteadiness while walking, along with a sensation of swaying and falling. Occasionally, I have neck pain. My blood pr...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, due to the thickening of your carotid artery intima, it is important to pay attention to other risk factors such as passive smoking and metabolic syndrome. Many factors can cause symptoms of dizziness, such as anemia, autonomic dysfunction, inner...[Read More] Understanding Transient Ischemic Attacks: Symptoms and Diagnosis Insights
Seeing Transparent Grids Upon Waking: Is It Normal?
Waking up will reveal? Is it normal to see transparent grids when waking up? Thank you.
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Based on my personal knowledge and the descriptions provided by patients I have encountered, I have not had such experiences. However, I can understand that within the realm of neurology, related issues may include phenomena associated with migraine aura and certain types of epil...[Read More] Seeing Transparent Grids Upon Waking: Is It Normal?
Understanding Dizziness and Nausea: Common Neurological Concerns
Dizziness and nausea? I have recently been experiencing dizziness, nausea, and fatigue when I wake up and when I return home from work in the afternoon. I usually get about 7 to 8 hours of sleep. What could be the cause? Sometimes, after squatting for 1 to 2 minutes, I stand up a...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Dear Ms. Chou, there are many potential causes for dizziness and nausea, and the information provided is insufficient for making a recommendation. Regarding the dizziness and blurred vision upon standing up, it is important to consider conditions such as anemia or low blood press...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness and Nausea: Common Neurological Concerns