Head Injury from Collision: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Head injury from hitting a metal box? Hello Doctor: On October 1st, while brisk walking near a high fire area, I accidentally bumped the right side of my head against a metal box. After the impact, I felt dizzy for about 2 to 3 seconds. Later, I noticed that there is a painful ar...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
If there is no improvement, I will go to the hospital for further evaluation.[Read More] Head Injury from Collision: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Understanding Temporal Region Swelling: Causes and Concerns
Swelling near the temple? Hello, last Friday during my nap, I woke up with severe pain between my eyebrows and swelling in my right eye. I suspected it might be acute glaucoma. After resting for a day, the swelling and pain in my eye subsided, so I did not seek medical attention....
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
It is not possible to make a judgment based solely on your description; I recommend an outpatient examination.[Read More] Understanding Temporal Region Swelling: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Head Injuries: What to Do After a Fall
The right posterior part of the head struck the wooden floor of the room? Today while using the computer, the screws on my chair suddenly loosened, and I fell down. At that moment, I felt pain in the right back of my head, but I wasn't sure if I hit the chair or the floor. T...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Please get plenty of rest![Read More] Understanding Head Injuries: What to Do After a Fall
Symptoms After Head Injury: What to Expect in 72 Hours
Symptoms 72 hours after being struck on the head by an object? On the first day, I was hit on the forehead by an object falling from a height. At that moment, the pain wasn't very intense, and I only experienced occasional tenderness at the impact site without any other symp...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Get plenty of rest. If symptoms persist, it is recommended to consult a neurosurgery outpatient clinic for evaluation.[Read More] Symptoms After Head Injury: What to Expect in 72 Hours
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
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 Occasional Pain in the Left Occipital Area: Causes and Insights
Pressure and soreness in the left occipital region? Hello Doctor: Recently, I noticed that when I lie on a hard floor and turn my head to the left, there is a specific point in the left posterior occipital region that produces a dull ache and tenderness. However, I don't exp...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Western medicine does not recognize the concept of acupuncture points; it is recommended to undergo a clinical examination.[Read More] Understanding Occasional Pain in the Left Occipital Area: Causes and Insights
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 Head Injuries: Managing Symptoms After a Fall
Frequently bumping one's head for no apparent reason? Hello, I have a herniated disc (I haven't had surgery, but I can't bend for too long). Last year, I fell and hit my forehead on the ground. I was diagnosed with mild subarachnoid hemorrhage and was hospitalized....
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Please schedule an appointment for a detailed examination in the neurosurgery outpatient clinic.[Read More] Understanding Head Injuries: Managing Symptoms After a Fall
Understanding Unexplained Head Swelling: Causes and Insights
Head issues Hello, doctor. Recently, I've noticed that my head has swollen for some reason. I haven't hit my head recently, and it doesn't hurt when I press on it, nor do I have any signs of a headache. What could be the cause?
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Please schedule an appointment for a neurosurgery outpatient examination.[Read More] Understanding Unexplained Head Swelling: Causes and Insights
Should You Worry? Head Injury Symptoms in Teens After a Fall
The back of the head hit the floor? Hello Dr. Chang: My son turned 16 in September. Last night, he was playing with his brother in their room and was lying on a mattress on the floor. He didn't realize that his head extended beyond the mattress and hit the ground. This morni...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Observe first, and if there is severe and persistent vomiting, then schedule an outpatient appointment.[Read More] Should You Worry? Head Injury Symptoms in Teens After a Fall
Post-Surgery Complications After Intracranial Hemorrhage: What to Watch For
Post-operative complications after surgery for intracerebral hemorrhage? I apologize for bothering you, doctor. My father fell from a height last August and suffered fractures on both sides of his skull, along with intracranial hemorrhage. He underwent surgery and was discharged ...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
If you have an itchy scalp, please see a dermatologist. There isn't much to be particularly concerned about; however, if you notice anything unusual or different about the patient, follow up with a neurosurgery clinic for monitoring.[Read More] Post-Surgery Complications After Intracranial Hemorrhage: What to Watch For
Post-Car Accident Head Pain: When to Seek Medical Attention?
After a car accident, there was a impact to the back of the head? I had a car accident in January where I sustained a severe impact to the back of my head. At that time, I only experienced slight dizziness and nausea, which didn't seem too serious, so I didn't seek medi...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
If you're feeling very unwell, go see a doctor.[Read More] Post-Car Accident Head Pain: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Understanding the Lifespan and Risks of Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt Systems
Dr. Chang, does the ventricular-peritoneal shunt system have a lifespan or can it become damaged? Hello Dr. Chang, my mother is currently 57 years old. At the end of 2015, she underwent surgery for a cerebral hemorrhage at Linkou Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, where a cerebral ane...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Basically, the likelihood of damage to the ventricular-peritoneal shunt system is low, but there is a possibility of incorrect pressure or blockage. Please visit the neurosurgery outpatient clinic for a physician evaluation.[Read More] Understanding the Lifespan and Risks of Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt Systems
Do You Need Hospitalization for Skull Tumor Surgery? Post-Op Care Tips
Is hospitalization required for surgery to remove a skull osteoma? Is there a risk of keloid formation with this type of surgery? Hello, my wife has had a hard lump on her scalp for many years. Last year, a neurosurgeon examined it and said it was a benign osteoma, recommending f...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Outpatient surgery can be performed, typically using local anesthesia or intravenous sedation, without the need for hospitalization. There is a possibility of developing keloids.[Read More] Do You Need Hospitalization for Skull Tumor Surgery? Post-Op Care Tips
Childhood Head Injury and Scarring: Managing Chronic Headaches
I had a head injury in childhood that left a scar, and now I frequently experience headaches? Hello, Dr. Zhang! I am from mainland China. When I was a child, I suffered a head injury that left a scar. Now I frequently experience headaches that radiate from the scar area towards t...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
It is recommended to see a neurology outpatient clinic.[Read More] Childhood Head Injury and Scarring: Managing Chronic Headaches
Persistent Shoulder Pain: When to Seek Medical Advice
Shoulder pain? One day I woke up and felt a sensation of stiffness in my shoulder. Previously, this stiffness would resolve in two days, but it has now been four days and it’s still the same. The pain extends to my neck and upper back, and I can’t lower my head; I can only turn m...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: It is suspected to be cervical nerve compression pathology. It is recommended to consult a neurosurgeon for an evaluation of the actual condition. Best wishes to you. // Neurosurgeon Dr. Lai Chao-Kang[Read More] Persistent Shoulder Pain: When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Traumatic Brain Injury and Recovery After a Severe Accident
Hello Dr. Chang, my girlfriend was in a car accident and has intracranial hemorrhage? Hello Dr. Chang, my girlfriend was in a severe car accident on the night of May 12. The doctor diagnosed her with: 1. Head trauma with skull fracture and intracranial hemorrhage. 2. Facial contu...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
A physician shall not administer treatment, prescribe medication, or issue a diagnosis certificate without personally examining the patient (in cases of complex conditions, without detailed medical history, it is not possible to provide answers).[Read More] Understanding Traumatic Brain Injury and Recovery After a Severe Accident
Understanding Persistent Pain and Numbness in the Back of the Head
Head issues I often feel a tingling sensation in the back right side of my head, and at times it feels like a sharp pain, almost like an electric shock. Initially, it would only happen occasionally, but today it has been persistently painful for half the day. What could this be? ...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Please see a neurologist.[Read More] Understanding Persistent Pain and Numbness in the Back of the Head
Understanding MRI and X-Ray Safety for Young Children
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and X-ray? Hello Doctor: My child had two head X-rays due to a fall before turning one year old (spaced more than three months apart) and underwent an MRI when he was over one year old. My concern is that some doctors later mentioned that young ch...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
There is no need for concern. Everything is within safe dosage limits.[Read More] Understanding MRI and X-Ray Safety for Young Children