Post-Operative Symptoms After Brain Tumor Surgery: What to Expect
Symptoms After Craniotomy for Brain Tumor Hello, Doctor. I have a tumor about 3 centimeters in size in my cerebellum. I underwent craniotomy in early March this year, and the result was benign. It has been a month and a half since the surgery, and I still feel dizzy, especially w...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Dizziness is a common phenomenon after cerebellar surgery. If you experience any unusual discomfort such as nausea or vomiting, you can return to the outpatient clinic for an examination at any time, and you do not have to wait for your scheduled follow-up appointment.[Read More] Post-Operative Symptoms After Brain Tumor Surgery: What to Expect
Uncontrollable Head Shaking and Facial Twitches: Understanding Neurological Symptoms
Involuntary head shaking, eye twitching, and eyebrow twitching? Hello Doctor, my father (56 years old) who recovered from lymphoma four years ago has been experiencing these symptoms for a while, but they have recently worsened. 1. Symptoms: involuntary head shaking (mostly side ...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
It is recommended to schedule a neurology outpatient examination.[Read More] Uncontrollable Head Shaking and Facial Twitches: Understanding Neurological Symptoms
Understanding Concussion Syndrome: Causes, Diagnosis, and Objectivity in Assessment
Regarding post-concussion syndrome? Excuse me, may I ask if a concussion syndrome only occurs when there is trauma to the head, or are there other causes as well? Additionally, what are the criteria for diagnosing concussion syndrome? If a car accident victim insists on experienc...
Dr. Zhao Shaoqing Reply:
Hello: A concussion is defined as a change in mental status due to an injury that may or may not involve loss of consciousness. If there is a clinical history of head trauma with symptoms such as headache, it can be classified as concussion syndrome. This may result from a blow t...[Read More] Understanding Concussion Syndrome: Causes, Diagnosis, and Objectivity in Assessment
Managing Persistent Dizziness After Concussion in Seniors
Dizziness after a concussion? My mother, who is 70 years old, fell and injured the back of her head before the Lunar New Year this year, resulting in a laceration that required three stitches. A CT scan and X-ray revealed that there was no injury or bleeding in the skull or brain...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Typically, a concussion should not cause dizziness for such an extended period. It is recommended to consult an otolaryngologist to check for inner ear imbalance or Meniere's disease.[Read More] Managing Persistent Dizziness After Concussion in Seniors
Understanding Concussions and Post-Concussion Syndrome: Key Insights
Concussion and Post-Concussion Syndrome Excuse me, I would like to ask the physician if a concussion can still occur even if it has not been diagnosed. If the diagnosis report only states "concussion syndrome" without specifying the causative factors (such as head traum...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
I am not sure what concerns the physician issuing the diagnosis has, but post-concussion syndrome refers to the presence of concussion symptoms without having sustained an actual concussion.[Read More] Understanding Concussions and Post-Concussion Syndrome: Key Insights
Understanding Concussion Symptoms and When to Seek Neurological Care
Concussion status On the afternoon of the 25th, while I was out, I collapsed at a convenience store. According to witnesses, I hit my head, but I regained consciousness after about three minutes during my first fainting episode. I was initially alert, but then fainted again and t...
Dr. Zhao Shaoqing Reply:
Hello: The occurrence of fainting may be a manifestation of epilepsy. If the EEG results are inconclusive, you may consider consulting a neurosurgeon. It is advisable to undergo relevant examinations, including a CT scan, for further evaluation. The Changhua Hospital of the Minis...[Read More] Understanding Concussion Symptoms and When to Seek Neurological Care
Understanding Cervical Disc Herniation: Symptoms and Urgent Care Tips
Cervical spine issues Hello, in February of this year, an MRI revealed a protrusion of the C5 and C6 intervertebral discs, with a broad central protrusion. However, there is still space for cerebrospinal fluid to flow when viewed from the side. After evaluation, the neurosurgeon ...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: 1. If I suddenly woke up in the morning and found my right hand resting on my head, completely numb for over a minute, and it gradually returned to normal after I moved it down... it is possible that your right hand was compressed by your head for too long while you were s...[Read More] Understanding Cervical Disc Herniation: Symptoms and Urgent Care Tips
Understanding Post-Traumatic Head Injuries and Their Long-Term Effects
Post-concussion syndrome Hello Dr. Chang, I had a car accident on April 1st and sustained a 2 cm laceration on my head, which bled profusely. I was taken by ambulance to the emergency room at Shin Kong Wu Ho-Su Memorial Hospital, where I received a tetanus shot, had X-rays taken,...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Basically, your concerns sound mild and theoretically shouldn't lead to any long-term effects. You're overthinking it; just get a good night's sleep and rest, and you'll be fine.[Read More] Understanding Post-Traumatic Head Injuries and Their Long-Term Effects
Understanding Headaches and Dizziness After a Head Injury
Dizziness and headache? Hello, Dr. Zhang. I would like to ask you about an incident that happened 10 months ago when I hit my head and had a small amount of bleeding from my scalp. At that time, I only felt pain, so I didn't see a doctor. A few months later, the impact site ...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Without a physical examination, it is difficult to understand what you mean by "indentation." I recommend consulting a neurosurgery outpatient clinic for evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Headaches and Dizziness After a Head Injury
Understanding a New Bump on the Left Back of the Head
There is a protrusion on the left posterior side of the occipital region? There is a lump approximately the size of half a quail egg located on the left side of the back of the head, about one and a half palm widths above the neck and three finger widths to the left from the cent...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Without a physical examination, it is not possible to make a determination. It is recommended to consult a neurosurgery outpatient clinic for evaluation.[Read More] Understanding a New Bump on the Left Back of the Head
Should You See a Doctor After a Fall with Head Impact?
Fell while walking, landing on the head first? Last night, I went out with friends and accidentally fell down the stairs. They told me they saw my head hit the ground. I also went to the emergency room yesterday. However, while I was sleeping, I experienced urinary incontinence. ...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
It is recommended to follow up with the neurosurgery outpatient clinic.[Read More] Should You See a Doctor After a Fall with Head Impact?
Managing Concussion Symptoms: When to Seek Medical Attention
How to manage a concussion? On March 25, I fainted and hit my head, but I regained consciousness within 10 minutes. I fainted again for a while and was awakened by a convenience store employee. Although I continued to feel dizzy and had blurred vision, I did not go to the emergen...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Recommendation for a neurosurgical evaluation.[Read More] Managing Concussion Symptoms: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Skull Surgery and Recovery After Severe Head Injury
Skull, unresponsive? Hello, doctor. My husband fell to the ground at work, landing on his head. At first, he was able to stand up and walk, but within three minutes, he started to have a nosebleed and fainted. He underwent emergency surgery to remove part of his skull on the left...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Generally speaking, returning the skull to its original position can aid in the recovery of the patient's neurological function. Using the patient's own bone does carry a higher risk of infection, while artificial cranial implants present a lower risk of infection as an...[Read More] Understanding Skull Surgery and Recovery After Severe Head Injury
Post-Surgery Head Issues: Understanding Tightness and Pain After Craniotomy
Postoperative issues related to the head? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask you a question. About 7-8 years ago, I underwent a craniotomy due to a vascular malformation in my head, and my post-operative condition was good. However, in the past few months, I occasionally feel tigh...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
The surgery from 7-8 years ago should not have any issues with the wound. Since the wound cannot be examined, it is recommended to return to the outpatient clinic for follow-up.[Read More] Post-Surgery Head Issues: Understanding Tightness and Pain After Craniotomy
Understanding Skull Reconstruction: Causes of Indentation After Surgery
Cranial reconstruction? The cranial bone was replaced with autologous bone, and it has been 3 months since the procedure. There is a dent the size of a 5-cent coin at the suture line on the top of the head, but there are no discomforts in the body. What could be the reason for th...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
The indentation is likely a remnant of the craniotomy performed at that time.[Read More] Understanding Skull Reconstruction: Causes of Indentation After Surgery
Post-Car Accident Head Trauma: Understanding Symptoms and Recovery
Head impact from a car accident? Hello, Doctor: My mother (71 years old) was in a car accident on February 5th, where she sustained a blow to the left front side of her head. A CT scan was performed that day, and the emergency physician noted a slight bleeding (the images showed ...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Common symptoms of head trauma include headache, dizziness, and discomfort, which may not necessarily be related to the presence of bleeding. The duration of symptoms typically lasts around one week, although some individuals may experience symptoms for up to a month.[Read More] Post-Car Accident Head Trauma: Understanding Symptoms and Recovery
Understanding Tinnitus: Seeking Solutions After Nerve Compression Treatment
Tinnitus consultation My father experienced nerve compression at cervical vertebrae 4, 5, and 6 in September 2017, which caused pain and numbness in his shoulders, neck, back, and elbows. Initially, the cause of his condition was unclear, leading to a frantic search for treatment...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
For tinnitus issues, it is recommended to seek treatment from an otolaryngologist (ENT specialist) and a neurologist. Currently, I cannot think of any other methods or tests that would be beneficial.[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus: Seeking Solutions After Nerve Compression Treatment
Understanding Skull Healing Time After Cranioplasty: What to Expect
The healing time for the skull after cranioplasty? Hello Doctor: I was in a car accident at the end of August last year, where my helmet came off and my head hit the ground. I was immediately taken to the emergency room, where it was determined that I had a skull fracture and int...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Typically, the protrusion may be due to small bone screws and plates that fixate the skull. It is abnormal for the skull to slide back and forth, and it is recommended to seek further evaluation at a neurosurgery outpatient clinic.[Read More] Understanding Skull Healing Time After Cranioplasty: What to Expect
Understanding Neck and Shoulder Pain: Insights from Neurosurgery
Shoulder, neck, and back issues? About two years ago, I went to an amusement park and rode a roller coaster. I didn't keep my head pressed against the backrest, and during the turns, my neck was thrown around. At that moment, I only felt neck pain, but after a few weeks, it ...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
It may be a problem related to spinal nerve compression; it is recommended to consult a neurosurgery outpatient clinic for examination.[Read More] Understanding Neck and Shoulder Pain: Insights from Neurosurgery
Post-Operative Exercise Guidelines After Laminectomy Surgery
Postoperative Exercise After Kyphoplasty Hello Dr. Lai, I previously inquired about the issue of pedicle screw and plate fixation in posterior cervical decompression surgery, and I am still struggling with the decision to undergo the surgery. I enjoy running, practicing yoga, and...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: Generally, a cervical collar is required for protection for 3 months post-surgery to allow for fusion. Once fusion is confirmed, gentle movements of the cervical spine should be performed. Other activities such as running and hiking should be acceptable if done in moderati...[Read More] Post-Operative Exercise Guidelines After Laminectomy Surgery