Understanding Hypertensive Intracerebral Hemorrhage: Causes and Implications
Causes of hypertensive intracerebral hemorrhage? My friend suffered a car accident that resulted in a brain hemorrhage and is now paralyzed in bed. His family requested a medical certificate from the doctor to apply for accidental injury insurance compensation, but the diagnosis ...
Dr. Chen Changmu Reply:
A car accident itself does not cause hypertensive intracerebral hemorrhage; however, if a sudden intracerebral hemorrhage occurs while driving, leading to an accident, it is still considered an accident. As for paralysis, it may be due to the damage to brain tissue from the hemor...[Read More] Understanding Hypertensive Intracerebral Hemorrhage: Causes and Implications
Post-Concussion Vomiting: What You Need to Know and Do
Hello! How can I assist you I experienced a head injury over two months ago, and now I am experiencing vomiting, but what I am vomiting is just clear, tasteless water. What should I do now?
Dr. Chen Changmu Reply:
Two months after the car accident, the patient is now experiencing vomiting. Given the age, the likelihood of developing a chronic subdural hematoma is low, but it is still possible. If there are accompanying symptoms such as persistent headaches, unsteady gait, or drowsiness, it...[Read More] Post-Concussion Vomiting: What You Need to Know and Do
Understanding Whiplash Injuries: Symptoms, Treatment, and Care Options
Whiplash injury Hello, doctor. In February, I was in a car accident. The situation was that the brakes were suddenly applied while I was sitting in the front seat, and my head hit the windshield. Fortunately, there was no bleeding or external injury, but later I started experienc...
Dr. Ding Xianwei Reply:
Hello: Your issue is likely a neck injury. All public hospitals in Taipei should accept National Health Insurance. I recommend that you visit the neurosurgery department at any of these hospitals. Sincerely, Dr. Ding Hsien-Wei, Neurosurgery Department, Taoyuan Hospital, Ministry ...[Read More] Understanding Whiplash Injuries: Symptoms, Treatment, and Care Options
Can Modern Medicine Cure Severe Head Injuries from Car Accidents?
Head trauma from a car accident? Four years ago, I was in a severe car accident that resulted in a skull fracture. After healing, my skull did not align properly, and now I experience intense headaches with changes in weather, along with clear fluid leaking from my nose. At that ...
Dr. Chen Changmu Reply:
Kevin's condition is classified as cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) rhinorrhea, which is causing his severe headaches. The most significant complication is the risk of bacterial invasion through the defect, leading to meningitis, which can be life-threatening. There are several tre...[Read More] Can Modern Medicine Cure Severe Head Injuries from Car Accidents?
Understanding Long-Term Effects of Car Accident Injuries on Spine Health
Post-traumatic sequelae from a car accident? Hello, I have a question to ask. I know a friend who was in a car accident in the United States at the age of 23. His car was rear-ended while it was stopped, which caused a spinal injury due to the sudden force. Now, at 36 years old, ...
Dr. Xiao Furen Reply:
It is somewhat similar to the discomfort experienced after limb fractures due to changes in weather. If X-rays show no issues with the bones and medication treatment is ineffective, it is recommended to consult a rehabilitation specialist.[Read More] Understanding Long-Term Effects of Car Accident Injuries on Spine Health
Understanding Upper Back and Collarbone Discomfort After an Accident
Discomfort in the upper back and collarbone area is common? I was involved in a car accident in the past, and I often feel coldness and soreness in my back and lower back. My neck also frequently feels stiff and sore, and I often experience sharp pain below my collarbone. I have ...
Dr. Xiao Furen Reply:
Cold hands and feet generally indicate poor peripheral blood circulation. Sometimes, sympathetic nervous system activation can cause peripheral blood vessels to constrict, leading to this phenomenon. For instance, when a person is anxious, they may experience cold extremities. As...[Read More] Understanding Upper Back and Collarbone Discomfort After an Accident
Understanding Skull Deformities After Trauma: Causes and Medical Insights
Cranial atrophy and depression? After a car accident, due to intracranial hemorrhage, the skull was removed and placed in the hospital for six months before being reattached. A year after the reattachment, it led to skull atrophy and depression. What could be the cause of this? I...
Dr. Chen Changmu Reply:
It is possible that the original issue with the brain tumor has improved, leading to bone depression. It is recommended to consult the original surgeon for an evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Skull Deformities After Trauma: Causes and Medical Insights
Post-Concussion Care: When to Seek Further Medical Attention?
Head trauma Hello, doctor: I would like to ask about a head injury I sustained in a car accident a month ago. I had a laceration approximately 4 centimeters long that required sutures. I briefly lost consciousness at the time, and when I woke up, I seemed to have forgotten some t...
Dr. Shao Guoning Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, head trauma is often accompanied by symptoms such as headache and dizziness, which are usually temporary. The duration of these symptoms varies depending on the severity of the injury and individual constitution, and they can be alleviated wit...[Read More] Post-Concussion Care: When to Seek Further Medical Attention?
Understanding Personality Changes After Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Doctor, the patient developed this condition due to a car accident. I would like to know if it could lead to changes in personality, such as alterations in character. What causes this? Which areas might be affected? Additionally, how should we care fo...
Dr. Ding Xianwei Reply:
Hello! Since you did not describe your symptoms, we are unable to respond to your needs. If you require further information, please email us with a clear description of your symptoms, and we will provide you with further assistance. Alternatively, you may visit a nearby neurosurg...[Read More] Understanding Personality Changes After Traumatic Brain Injury
Understanding Nerve Damage After Childhood Injury: When to Seek Help
A bit abnormal? I would like to ask, due to a car accident when I was about ten years old, I have been unable to urinate independently. Additionally, I have been troubled for some time by a sensation in the left lower back, around the waist to the hip area, where it seems there i...
Dr. Xu Xianda Reply:
Your left lower back numbness may be caused by sensory nerve abnormalities. To determine which nerve is involved, a sensory nerve conduction velocity test should be performed. It is recommended that you first consult a neurologist. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Nerve Damage After Childhood Injury: When to Seek Help
Understanding Post-Concussion Symptoms: When to See a Specialist
Concussion Doctor: Hello, I was in a car accident half a month ago and suffered a concussion. The hospital physician said that I don't have any major issues anymore. However, when I woke up yesterday morning, I noticed that I could hardly hear out of my left ear, as if somet...
Dr. Hong Xuyi Reply:
Mild head trauma occurring two weeks prior to the sudden onset of hearing impairment is not a common complication following a concussion. It is recommended that you seek assistance from an otolaryngologist to assess the degree and type of hearing loss (conductive or sensorineural...[Read More] Understanding Post-Concussion Symptoms: When to See a Specialist
Symmetrical Neck Lumps: Possible Neurological Concerns After Injury
Symmetrical hard masses in the neck? Hello Dr. Ding: About a week ago, I noticed symmetrical lumps about five centimeters behind my ears (approximately the size of a coin). These are not external lumps but are located within the posterior neck muscle area. They have slightly dimi...
Dr. Ding Xianwei Reply:
The hard lump that has appeared behind your ear is better evaluated by an otolaryngologist for a more accurate diagnosis. Such tumors can potentially be benign lymphomas or malignant tumors. Regarding the possibility of post-stroke complications, medication can be used for treatm...[Read More] Symmetrical Neck Lumps: Possible Neurological Concerns After Injury
Understanding Coma After Brain Injury: Options and Prognosis
Traumatic Brain Injury - Coma Hello, my father-in-law (72 years old) suffered a brain injury due to a car accident on October 20, resulting in a cerebral contusion. After surgery performed by Dr. Wan-Chun Cheng at Taoyuan Min-Sheng Hospital, the blood clot has been removed, but h...
Dr. Ding Xianwei Reply:
Head trauma occurs at the time of injury. The role of a neurosurgeon is to prevent secondary injury. Surgical intervention can address issues related to hematoma compressing the brain, but areas of the brain that have already been injured are difficult to recover. Therefore, the ...[Read More] Understanding Coma After Brain Injury: Options and Prognosis