Family medicine, Neurosurgery FAQ

Pain from the upper abdomen to the neck? Hello Doctor, about four months ago, I started experiencing a feeling of discomfort and pain in my upper abdomen, and sometimes my stomach would suddenly spasm. I went to a gastroenterologist and had an endoscopy, which showed only mild ga...

Exercise after a head injury? Hello, doctor. Two days ago in the afternoon, I bumped my head while playfully pushing back with a friend. At that moment, my consciousness was normal, but it hurt a bit, so I went to the health center for ice treatment. It seems to have swollen a li...

Numbness in the lower back, hips, and legs, unclear where the issue lies? On August 24, I had a pelvic adjustment, and for the week following, I did not experience any particular sensations and did not engage in any special activities. On September 1, I noticed swelling on the ou...

Finger issues Hello Doctor: My right hand's little finger at the first phalanx (distal phalanx) on the inner side has been experiencing severe pain for over 5-6 years whenever I accidentally press on it. The pain feels like being struck by a hammer, which often causes me to ...

Post-operative care for brain tumor surgery? My father had surgery last May, and since then he has been experiencing severe diabetes insipidus (drinking nearly 10,000 cc of water daily). However, he also has heart failure, with blood pressure typically ranging from 180 to 200 mmH...

Mild carotid atherosclerosis Hello Dr. Chang, In the past three weeks, I have frequently felt a bit dizzy while eating, and I also experience occasional dizziness at other times, sometimes with a sensation of spinning. I have visited an otolaryngologist for dizziness tests and ...

Dizziness and vomiting after a car accident? About a week ago, I was hit by a driver who ran a red light while I was walking on the crosswalk with the green light. At the time, my head was swollen, but since it was a Saturday and there weren't any good hospitals in the area,...

After a car accident with no obvious external injuries, but experiencing nausea and a feeling of wanting to vomit, is further examination necessary? Hello, two days ago in the evening, I was involved in a collision with a motorcycle. I only have a slight abrasion on my left eyeli...

Psychiatry? Ophthalmology? Neurology? What is the greater likelihood that psychological factors cause physiological issues, or that physiological issues lead to psychological discomfort? Hello, I am 21 years old and have a history of seeking psychiatric treatment over the past si...

Pressing in the middle of the chest causes pain? Hello Dr. Ding: I have seen several doctors but none have been able to identify the cause of my symptoms. I would like to ask you some questions, as I am unsure which specialty I should consult. Thank you! In mid-September, I sud...

Regarding headaches? Hello doctor, today while I was taking a shower, I initially used hot water, but later the water became cool. I didn't pay much attention to it and didn't rinse my head immediately; instead, I rinsed my body first and then my head. After finishing, ...

Sharp pain under the left ear, radiating down the neck to the clavicle? Hello, doctor. For the past two days, I have been experiencing sharp pain under the left ear, radiating down the neck to the clavicle, while the right side is unaffected. The sensation is intermittent, descri...

Shoulder and neck? There is a hard lump (very hard) when pressing down on the area where the shoulder and neck connect. Also, what is the name of the triangular area between the clavicle and the shoulder? Because when I press there, I can also feel a protruding hard lump that is ...

About concussions? My friend smelled the scent of mosquito coils one day and suddenly felt dizzy and nauseous. Later, he needed assistance to walk. Upon reflection (since both of us smelled the mosquito coil scent and I was fine, and I remembered he had bumped his head 1-2 days p...

Treatment for dizziness depends on the underlying cause. Common approaches include: 1. **Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT)**: This is a specialized form of Dear Dr. Chiu, My spouse, who is 58 years old, has been experiencing the following symptoms for over a month: dizzin...

Poor young lady, suffering from腰痛 (lower back pain), leg soreness, tightness, numbness, and weakness for a year. Please help me! Hello D.R.: About ten years ago, I fell while taking a shower and have had a few accidental falls since then, resulting in back injuries. However, afte...

Medical consultation Dear Sir/Madam, Due to work-related obligations, I occasionally need to attend social gatherings where I inevitably consume some alcohol. I have noticed that for some time now, after drinking, the soles of my feet become sore and numb, and there is even a bi...