Understanding Post-Concussion Symptoms: Dizziness and Fatigue After Injury
Mild concussion Hello doctor, I was in a car accident at the end of January, which resulted in an injury to the upper left side of my head and a mild concussion. The wound has healed, but I am still confused because I occasionally experience dizziness, especially when I lie down ...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Post-concussion syndrome can only heal through the body's natural recovery process or by taking pain relievers and anti-nausea medications.[Read More] Understanding Post-Concussion Symptoms: Dizziness and Fatigue After Injury
Post-Accident Head Pain: When to Seek Neurological Evaluation?
Car accident, head injury, experiencing headaches 4 months later? Hello doctor, I was in a car accident four months ago and lost consciousness upon impact. My helmet flew off, and my head hit the ground. I woke up in the hospital while the nurse was stitching my head, and I recei...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
It is normal to feel some pain after a wound has been sutured.[Read More] Post-Accident Head Pain: When to Seek Neurological Evaluation?
Managing C7 Vertebra Fracture: Sleep Positions and Recovery Tips
Fracture of the seventh cervical vertebra? If the seventh cervical vertebra is fractured due to a car accident and treated with a soft cervical collar without surgery, it is important to follow specific guidelines for sleeping and daily activities. 1. **Sleeping Position**: It ...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
1. Side-lying, sleeping on the side - please wear a cervical collar as well. 2. For a normal person, fracture healing generally takes about 3 months. Therefore, wearing a cervical collar for 3 months is the safest option, so hospitalization for 3 months is not feasible. Thus, p...[Read More] Managing C7 Vertebra Fracture: Sleep Positions and Recovery Tips
Delayed Symptoms After Car Accident: Understanding Neurological Issues
Symptoms appearing two months after a car accident? Hello Dr. Lai: I was struck in the lower back and pelvis by a moving car while walking on December 14th of last year. At that time, I only felt soreness and immediately had an X-ray taken, which showed no abnormalities. However,...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms suggest that there may be damage to your lumbar spine. It is recommended that you consult a neurosurgeon for further examination and treatment. You are 28 years old. If there are no factors such as heavy lifting, poor posture, or congenital issues, it is less...[Read More] Delayed Symptoms After Car Accident: Understanding Neurological Issues
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
Post-Car Accident Head Issues: Understanding Concussion Symptoms and Recovery
Head injuries after a car accident? Hello Dr. Chang, It has been almost a month since I was involved in a car accident. I was riding my motorcycle when a car making a U-turn hit the left side of my vehicle. At the time, I was conscious and was thrown about half the height of th...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Yes, this is post-concussion syndrome. It requires plenty of rest for self-improvement, and there is no need for an MRI.[Read More] Post-Car Accident Head Issues: Understanding Concussion Symptoms and Recovery
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 Nerve Block Procedures: Recovery and Pain Management
Nerve block procedure Hello Dr. Lai: My cervical vertebrae C4 and C5 were injured in a car accident in May, and after surgery, I have been experiencing pain and weakness extending from my left shoulder to my fingers, especially in my left middle and ring fingers, which not only h...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: You should consult with your original surgeon and the physician who performed the nerve block to assess whether a repeat MRI is necessary. However, if you wish to seek a second opinion from another physician, it is advisable to bring your MRI and X-ray images. It is best t...[Read More] Understanding Nerve Block Procedures: Recovery and Pain Management
Understanding Nerve Block Procedures: Recovery and Pain Management
Nerve block technique Hello Dr. Lai: My cervical vertebrae C4 and C5 were injured in a car accident in May, and after surgery, I have been experiencing pain and weakness extending from my left shoulder to my fingers, particularly in my left middle and ring fingers, which not only...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: You should consult with your original surgeon and the physician who performed the nerve block to assess whether a repeat MRI is necessary. However, if you wish to seek a second opinion from another physician, it is advisable to bring your MRI and X-ray images. It is best t...[Read More] Understanding Nerve Block Procedures: Recovery and Pain Management
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
Understanding C3-C4 Spinal Cord Injury: Treatment Options and Recovery
Spinal cord injury Hello doctor, I would like to ask about my family member who suffered a C3 and C4 spinal cord injury due to a car accident. They are paralyzed below the neck and are fully conscious but can only move their head. They feel like a living dead... Are there any met...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
This is quite complex; it is recommended to consult Dr. Zheng Hongzhi from the Department of Neurorepair at Taipei Veterans General Hospital.[Read More] Understanding C3-C4 Spinal Cord Injury: Treatment Options and Recovery
Understanding Neck Issues After Disc Surgery: Pain and Nerve Block Treatment
Neck issues Hello Dr. Lai: I was involved in a car accident in mid-May, and after the accident, I underwent artificial disc replacement surgery at the C4 and C5 levels. Post-surgery, I experienced pain in my neck that radiated to the middle and ring fingers of my left hand, accom...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: You asked three times, so I will respond all at once. 1. You can copy the pre-operative and post-operative X-rays and MRIs and place them here (if you have no privacy concerns) or bring them for discussion during the outpatient visit. 2. Of course, a referral can be made, ...[Read More] Understanding Neck Issues After Disc Surgery: Pain and Nerve Block Treatment
Understanding Neck Issues After Disc Surgery: Pain and Nerve Block Treatment
Neck issues Hello Dr. Lai: I was in a car accident in mid-May, and after the accident, I underwent artificial disc replacement surgery at the C4-C5 levels. Post-surgery, I have experienced soreness in my neck that radiates to the middle and ring fingers of my left hand, accompani...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: You asked three times, so I will respond all at once. 1. You can copy the pre-operative and post-operative X-rays and MRIs and place them here (if you have no privacy concerns) or bring them for discussion during the outpatient visit. 2. Of course, a referral is possible, ...[Read More] Understanding Neck Issues After Disc Surgery: Pain and Nerve Block Treatment
Understanding Finger Pain and Weakness After Neck Injury: A Patient's Journey
Finger soreness and weakness? Hello Dr. Lai, I had an injury to my cervical vertebrae C4 and C5 from a car accident in May. After surgery, I have been experiencing pain and weakness extending from my left shoulder down to my hand, particularly in my left middle and ring fingers,...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: You asked three times, so I will respond all at once. 1. You can copy the pre-operative and post-operative X-rays and MRIs and place them here (if you have no privacy concerns) or bring them for discussion during the outpatient visit. 2. A referral is certainly possible, b...[Read More] Understanding Finger Pain and Weakness After Neck Injury: 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
Understanding Spinal Laminectomy and Internal Fixation Surgery
Laminectomy with internal fixation surgery? I suffered a thoracic vertebra fracture due to a car accident, which caused a dislocation that compressed the nerves. I underwent surgery for laminectomy and internal fixation. I have the following questions: 1. Can the internal fixatio...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: 1. If the fracture and bone screws have healed and fused, it may be considered for removal. However, if there are no specific discomforts, it is usually not necessary to remove them intentionally. 2. After laminectomy, it will certainly affect the stability of the spine, w...[Read More] Understanding Spinal Laminectomy and Internal Fixation Surgery
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-Car Accident: Decreased Appetite and When to Seek Medical Help
Car accident, decreased appetite? A couple of days ago, I was involved in a minor car accident where I was thrown forward. I instinctively protected my face and head with my hands, and my helmet did not come off. I was able to get up immediately without experiencing dizziness or ...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Neurosurgery or Gastroenterology outpatient clinic.[Read More] Post-Car Accident: Decreased Appetite and When to Seek Medical Help
Understanding Whiplash Injuries: Recovery After Car Accident Neck Surgery
Cervical spine surgery due to a car accident? Over two months ago, I was hit directly from behind by a truck while waiting at a red light. After initial treatment for my external injuries, I was about to go home, but I started experiencing persistent pain in my neck. The orthoped...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: You have repeated your question, so I will answer it here. 1. If you have improved after surgery, it indicates that your nerves were more severely damaged before the procedure. You will need to be patient and continue with medication and rehabilitation, while your physicia...[Read More] Understanding Whiplash Injuries: Recovery After Car Accident Neck Surgery