Consulting Dr. Chang: Managing Headaches During Intimacy
I would like to inquire with Dr. Chang about headaches? Hello Dr. Chang, I would like to consult about my headache symptoms. Recently, I have been experiencing headaches during intercourse, and the pain intensifies significantly at the moment of ejaculation. I would like to know ...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
There are medications available for treatment, please schedule an appointment with the neurology outpatient clinic.[Read More] Consulting Dr. Chang: Managing Headaches During Intimacy
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?
Understanding Head Masses: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Head mass When I was a child, around elementary or middle school, I had an accident while riding a bike and hit the back of my left head. The swelling has not gone down and is still present to this day. I remember having a severe headache in high school that made me vomit, and th...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
It is difficult to understand what has happened based solely on your description. It is recommended to visit a neurosurgery outpatient clinic for examination and consultation.[Read More] Understanding Head Masses: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Recovery Timeline for Skull Fractures in Children: What to Expect
Recovery from a skull fracture? Hello, I would like to consult a physician. An eight-year-old child experienced a severe head injury while playing, resulting in a skull fracture and underwent surgery for hemostasis (epidural hematoma). It has been three months post-surgery, and c...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: Generally, it takes about three months for a fracture to heal, and the brain should also be more stable by then. For exercise, it is recommended to start with gentle activities. If you want to engage in high-impact exercises like jumping rope or running, which can cause si...[Read More] Recovery Timeline for Skull Fractures in Children: What to Expect
Post-Surgery Memory Confusion: Understanding Behavioral Changes After Hydrocephalus Surgery
After the surgery for hydrocephalus, there is confusion and a constant desire to go home? Hello Dr. Lai, My father suffered a head injury due to a work accident in late October last year, resulting in a skull fracture, intracranial hemorrhage, subarachnoid hemorrhage, and fronta...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: I would like to answer your question directly, but your records indicate that the surgeries were performed at other hospitals, so I cannot provide you with a definitive answer. Wishing you all the best.[Read More] Post-Surgery Memory Confusion: Understanding Behavioral Changes After Hydrocephalus Surgery
Head Injury from Closet: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Hit head on the wardrobe? Hello Dr. Chang, I bumped the side of my head near the left crown against the edge of a wardrobe last night with some force. At the time, I only felt scalp pain and did not experience any dizziness. However, today I occasionally feel a bit lightheaded an...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
It can be observed, and if there are any subsequent discomforts, please schedule an appointment with the neurosurgery outpatient clinic.[Read More] Head Injury from Closet: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Head Injury Concerns: Do I Need to Worry About Brain Bleeding?
Head issues Hello doctor, I accidentally hit my head while taking the bus last Sunday. Since it was a long trip, I only applied ice about an hour later. At the moment of impact, I felt pain briefly but had no other sensations. Over the past few days, I've occasionally felt a...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
The likelihood of bleeding is very low.[Read More] Head Injury Concerns: Do I Need to Worry About Brain Bleeding?
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
Understanding Skull Fractures: Pain, Healing, and Recovery Time
I would like to inquire about skull fractures? Hello, Doctor. I have a few questions I would like to ask you: Q1: In the case of a closed depressed skull fracture (located at the central top of the head), is it common for the affected area to always be accompanied by significan...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: A1. In the case of traumatic closed depressed skull fractures, there may not be obvious symptoms. A2. If the depressed fracture is less than 1 cm and there are no significant symptoms, conservative treatment and observation for three months may be sufficient. A3. If the de...[Read More] Understanding Skull Fractures: Pain, Healing, and Recovery Time
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
Understanding Memory Loss After a Motorcycle Accident: Is It Concussion?
Amnesia due to a car accident? On December 2, 2017, I had a motorcycle accident and I can't clearly remember what happened at that time. The possible cause of the accident might be slipping due to the rain, which led to a fall. I realized I had an accident because there was ...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: In cases of head trauma, the most important factors to assess in the first three days are whether there is any loss of consciousness, limb weakness, fatigue, seizures, or epilepsy, as these may indicate the risk of intracranial hemorrhage. However, if none of these symptom...[Read More] Understanding Memory Loss After a Motorcycle Accident: Is It Concussion?
Understanding the Long-Term Effects of Childhood Head Injuries
Head issues Hello, when I was a child, I hit my head against a hard object, resulting in a slight indentation about the size of a ten-dollar coin near the center of my scalp. The indentation is noticeable to the touch, and it can also be seen when I press down on my hair. There h...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Basically, no.[Read More] Understanding the Long-Term Effects of Childhood Head Injuries
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
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
Head Injury Symptoms: When to Seek Medical Attention After a Fall
Head issues I would like to ask the doctor, I fell off my bicycle on a rainy day, and my head and face directly hit the road. My left cheek also scraped against the road for a few seconds. It was very painful at the moment, but I thought I was fine and did not seek any treatment....
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Common sequelae of head trauma can be evaluated in a neurosurgery outpatient clinic.[Read More] Head Injury Symptoms: When to Seek Medical Attention After a Fall
Understanding One-Sided Headaches: Causes and When to Seek Help
Headache issues Hello, doctor. I've been experiencing intermittent headaches for the past five years, and they always occur on one side. When I have a headache, the neck on that side also hurts, and sometimes the pain feels like it's cramping. My eyes also feel uncomfor...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
It may be a migraine; please consult a neurologist.[Read More] Understanding One-Sided Headaches: Causes and When to Seek Help
Should You See a Doctor for Persistent Dizziness After a Head Injury?
If you hit your head and are experiencing persistent dizziness afterward, it is advisable to go to the hospital for an evaluation? About half a month ago, I slipped and fell, causing my legs to slide outward like I was on ice skates, and I hit my head directly on the ground. At t...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: It has been half a month. It is recommended to consult a neurosurgeon. Best wishes to you. // Neurosurgery Dr. Lai Chao-Kang.[Read More] Should You See a Doctor for Persistent Dizziness After a Head Injury?
Understanding Chronic Subdural Hematoma: Risks and Recovery After Head Injury
Chronic subdural hematoma Hello Doctor, on October 7th, I fell off my bike after hitting a pothole while traveling at 30 km/h. I landed on my shoulder first, resulting in a closed fracture of my right clavicle. I also hit my head on the ground, but it wasn't a hard impact, a...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
In my over ten years of medical practice, I have never encountered a 19-year-old with chronic subdural hematoma.[Read More] Understanding Chronic Subdural Hematoma: Risks and Recovery After Head Injury
Understanding Head Trauma: When to Seek Medical Attention
Head trauma Hello Dr. Chang! About 6 to 7 years ago, I accidentally hit the center of my head against the faucet while showering. At that time, there was a small amount of bleeding from the wound, but I did not seek medical attention, and it healed naturally. Since then, I have o...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Please visit the outpatient clinic to have the wound examined for proper assessment.[Read More] Understanding Head Trauma: When to Seek Medical Attention