Understanding Brain Tumors: A Case Study of Severe Complications
The brain tumor has affected the brainstem? (My mom has diabetes) My mom went to the emergency room at midnight due to a headache. A CT scan revealed a 7 cm tumor at the front of her brain. An MRI was performed, and she was admitted to the hospital at 6 PM the same day. During he...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Without seeing the brain CT scan and the actual medical history, I cannot provide you with an accurate answer, but it does not seem optimistic.[Read More] Understanding Brain Tumors: A Case Study of Severe Complications
Essential Care Tips for Patients with Permanent Ventricular Drainage
Precautions for Ventricular Drainage Catheter in the Brain: Hello Dr. Chang, my friend had a car accident three years ago, which resulted in a brain injury that prevented the absorption of cerebrospinal fluid. During the process, they experienced meningitis and cerebral edema. Tw...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
1. No, there isn't. 2. It depends on the type of drainage tube you have installed.[Read More] Essential Care Tips for Patients with Permanent Ventricular Drainage
Understanding Memory Issues After Head Trauma: A Caregiver's Guide
My father keeps wanting to take a shower? Hello, doctor. My father fell from a height on October 25, resulting in a head injury. After diagnosis, he was found to have intracranial hemorrhage, skull fractures, and a subdural hematoma. He was sent to the hospital for a CT scan, whi...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Severe brain injury can lead to dementia.[Read More] Understanding Memory Issues After Head Trauma: A Caregiver's Guide
Choosing the Best Surgery for Hydrocephalus: Spinal vs. Brain Drainage
Which surgical method is more effective for hydrocephalus? Hello doctor, my mother has been diagnosed with hydrocephalus at the age of 69. After evaluations from two doctors, one suggested that spinal drainage carries minimal risk, while the other recommended brain drainage. When...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: 1. Ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt is the standard procedure, and the vast majority of hydrocephalus cases worldwide undergo this surgery. However, patients may have concerns due to the direct puncture of the brain to implant the catheter. 2. Lumbar-peritoneal (LP) shun...[Read More] Choosing the Best Surgery for Hydrocephalus: Spinal vs. Brain Drainage
Understanding Infant Head Bumps: Causes, Concerns, and Treatments
Regarding swelling of the infant's head? Hello, Doctor! My son is over 7 months old. At birth, we noticed a hard protrusion on the back of his head, and recently it seems to have grown larger (or perhaps it's due to head growth?), and it appears somewhat red. We recentl...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Cerebral cysts may be congenital and are generally unrelated to bony lesions.[Read More] Understanding Infant Head Bumps: Causes, Concerns, and Treatments
Understanding the Differences Between Concussions and Brain Contusions
What is the difference between a concussion and a cerebral contusion? What is the difference between a diagnosis of concussion and a diagnosis of a cerebral contusion? Is there a potential risk of developing dementia as a result? What tests should be conducted at the time to conf...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Concussion refers to a temporary alteration in consciousness or memory following a head injury. Contusions often accompany bleeding.[Read More] Understanding the Differences Between Concussions and Brain Contusions
Recovery After Brain Aneurysm Surgery: When Can We Resume Intimacy?
My wife is currently recovering after surgery for a brain aneurysm? Hello, doctor: My wife has successfully undergone surgery for a brain aneurysm and is currently recovering. I would like to ask how long it will take before she can engage in sexual intercourse, or if it will be ...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Please consult the surgeon for details about the unknown medical condition.[Read More] Recovery After Brain Aneurysm Surgery: When Can We Resume Intimacy?
Does Timing of Brain Hemorrhage Diagnosis Affect Treatment Outcomes?
If a cerebral hemorrhage is discovered more than 12 hours after onset, will the treatment differ? A 47-year-old male was brought to the emergency department at 9:40 AM, initially believing the incident occurred that morning. After emergency evaluation, he was admitted to the inte...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
1. The first question is unclear and difficult to answer. 2. With diligent rehabilitation, it is usually possible to recover more than half, but complete recovery is more challenging.[Read More] Does Timing of Brain Hemorrhage Diagnosis Affect Treatment Outcomes?
Understanding Brain Hemorrhage Risks After Trauma: Key Insights
Possible conditions of intracerebral hemorrhage? Hello, doctor. I apologize for the interruption. In mid-June, my husband was involved in a collision with a woman nearly 60 years old. At that time, the woman only had an abrasion on her elbow, and she was sitting on the ground wit...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
It is possible for intracranial hemorrhage to occur after a car accident, even if there were no immediate injuries at the time of the incident. However, the pattern of the hemorrhage observed on a CT scan can help determine whether the bleeding was caused by trauma or if it was a...[Read More] Understanding Brain Hemorrhage Risks After Trauma: Key Insights
Understanding Hydrocephalus and Drainage Surgery: A Patient's Journey
Hydrocephalus shunt surgery Hello, my father was involved in a car accident while walking at the end of May this year. The accident resulted in intracranial hemorrhage, skull fractures, pneumocephalus, a fracture of the third thoracic vertebra, and suspected damage to the brachia...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
It is difficult to determine whether surgery is absolutely necessary based solely on your description. However, if surgery is indeed required, considering a lumbar drainage procedure could be an option.[Read More] Understanding Hydrocephalus and Drainage Surgery: A Patient's Journey
Can You Fly After Subarachnoid Hemorrhage Without Surgery?
Can a person who has experienced a subarachnoid hemorrhage without surgery fly on an airplane? Hello, doctor. Here are the details: I experienced a subarachnoid hemorrhage (the exact name I'm not very sure about) after a car accident. The doctor said it would heal on its own...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Subarachnoid hemorrhage is usually not very severe, and if there have been no issues for a year, it is typically considered healed.[Read More] Can You Fly After Subarachnoid Hemorrhage Without Surgery?
Understanding Skull Fractures: Risks and Concerns After Surgery
Skull fracture Hello Doctor, I had a skull fracture from a car accident a month ago and underwent surgery where a piece of my skull about the size of a ten-dollar coin was removed. However, the surgeon did not use artificial bone to fill in the defect. I would like to ask Dr. Cha...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Theoretically, a skull defect the size of a ten-dollar coin is not a concern.[Read More] Understanding Skull Fractures: Risks and Concerns After Surgery
Is Scalp Tingling a Sign of Brain Tumor Recurrence?
Experiencing numbness in the head raises concerns about the possibility of a brain tumor recurrence? My daughter had a germ cell tumor in her brain last year. After a year of treatment, the tumor has shrunk significantly. However, recently she has been experiencing tingling and p...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Unable to determine, it is recommended to return to the outpatient clinic for examination.[Read More] Is Scalp Tingling a Sign of Brain Tumor Recurrence?
Dietary Guidelines and Follow-Up Care After Mild Brain Hemorrhage
Diet for Cerebral Hemorrhage Hello, I have a slight brain hemorrhage from a car accident. The doctor said to return for a follow-up in three months if I experience any discomfort. I would like to know if I need to go back for a check-up after three months if I have no discomfort....
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
No need to return, no special restrictions.[Read More] Dietary Guidelines and Follow-Up Care After Mild Brain Hemorrhage
Post-Surgery Sleepiness and Coordination Issues After Brain Tumor Removal
Post-operative drowsiness, refusal to eat or drink, and left-sided incoordination following brain tumor surgery? Hello Doctor, my younger brother is 23 years old. Before the surgery, he only exhibited symptoms of left eyelid ptosis and mild hearing impairment in the left ear. Thi...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
It is recommended to continue monitoring, and it should gradually improve.[Read More] Post-Surgery Sleepiness and Coordination Issues After Brain Tumor Removal
Can Vocal Cord Nerve Damage from Brain Hemorrhage Be Treated?
Vocal cord nerve damage caused by cerebral hemorrhage? Hello Doctor: My father had a brain hemorrhage on June 25. After intubation, the doctors said that the vocal cord nerve was injured, resulting in the vocal cords not being able to close and swelling. He is unable to breathe o...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
If possible, please discuss more with your attending physician.[Read More] Can Vocal Cord Nerve Damage from Brain Hemorrhage Be Treated?
Understanding Traumatic Brain Injury and Recovery After a Severe Accident
Hello Dr. Chang, my girlfriend was in a car accident and has intracranial hemorrhage? Hello Dr. Chang, my girlfriend was in a severe car accident on the night of May 12. The doctor diagnosed her with: 1. Head trauma with skull fracture and intracranial hemorrhage. 2. Facial contu...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
A physician shall not administer treatment, prescribe medication, or issue a diagnosis certificate without personally examining the patient (in cases of complex conditions, without detailed medical history, it is not possible to provide answers).[Read More] Understanding Traumatic Brain Injury and Recovery After a Severe Accident
Persistent Dizziness After Head Injury: When to Seek Brain Imaging?
Dizziness for a long time? Hello Doctor: Several years ago, I had a motorcycle accident where I hit my head. I haven't had any issues since then, but for the past month or so, I've been experiencing some dizziness. Should I get my brain checked?
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
It is unrelated to the head injury from a few years ago, but you can start taking medication and monitor the situation.[Read More] Persistent Dizziness After Head Injury: When to Seek Brain Imaging?
Post-Surgery Facial Numbness After Brain Tumor Treatment: Options and Risks
Treatment for facial numbness after brain tumor surgery? Hello Doctor, my mother underwent surgery for a meningioma a year ago and subsequently received stereotactic radiosurgery. Since then, she has been experiencing persistent facial numbness and tingling. She has been on medic...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
What are the causes of facial numbness? Is it caused by a brain tumor? Without detailed medical history, it is not possible to provide an answer.[Read More] Post-Surgery Facial Numbness After Brain Tumor Treatment: Options and Risks
Improving Recovery Chances After Brain Surgery in Elderly Patients
Grandfather fell and underwent brain surgery? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about brain surgery and what methods can improve the Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) score. My boyfriend's grandfather fell and hit his head, and he has already undergone brain surgery. His GCS is curr...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Brain injuries are dangerous and complex conditions, and there is insufficient information to answer your question![Read More] Improving Recovery Chances After Brain Surgery in Elderly Patients