Post-Car Accident: Understanding Concussion Symptoms and Recovery Options
Car accident resulting in a forehead impact? Hello, I was involved in a car accident on February 19, where I collided and rotated 90 degrees, causing me to be thrown approximately the height of a car before landing. My helmet flew off just before I hit the ground, landing on my l...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Basically, a CT scan is detailed enough; if there are still doubts, an MRI can be performed![Read More] Post-Car Accident: Understanding Concussion Symptoms and Recovery Options
Can a Fall Cause Headaches Without Head Injury? Understanding the Connection
What are the main causes of headaches after a fall? I slipped and fell hard on my buttocks while working at a restaurant. After seeking medical attention and getting an X-ray, there were no abnormalities. However, on my way home, I started experiencing a severe headache. Can a fa...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
If you have hit your head, it may cause a headache. Please visit the neurosurgery outpatient clinic for an examination.[Read More] Can a Fall Cause Headaches Without Head Injury? Understanding the Connection
Head Injury at Home: What to Watch For After a Bump
Hit on the top of the head? I accidentally bumped my head against the ceiling while bending down to close a window at home. It felt quite forceful when I lifted my head, and although I instinctively pressed on the painful spot (which I remember not being very painful), I soon rea...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
If you experience headaches, dizziness, nausea, or vomiting, please visit the neurosurgery outpatient clinic for an examination.[Read More] Head Injury at Home: What to Watch For After a Bump
Head Injury: Dizziness, High Eye Pressure, and When to Seek Help
Head injury, dizziness, and elevated intraocular pressure? Hello, doctor. A couple of days ago, I fell while traveling and hit the back of my head. At that moment, I experienced tinnitus and dizziness. The next day, I started to feel a headache that feels like nerve pain, along w...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
If symptoms persist and do not improve with rest, it is recommended to seek medical treatment.[Read More] Head Injury: Dizziness, High Eye Pressure, and When to Seek Help
Should You Seek Medical Attention After a Head Injury?
Head injury? Hello, doctor. On March 17th, I hit the back of my head against a concrete beam around 11 PM, and I felt a headache at that time. On March 18th, between 10:30 and 11 PM, I started to feel pain in the back of my head. On March 19th, I occasionally felt some discomfort...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
It seems that medical attention is not currently necessary, but if symptoms worsen or if there is nausea and vomiting, you should seek medical care.[Read More] Should You Seek Medical Attention After a Head Injury?
Understanding Head Numbness: MRI Concerns with Metal Implants
Numbness in the head? Hello doctor, I have been troubled by headaches and a feeling of heaviness in my head. Recently, I often experience a tingling sensation in a specific area of my head (I can't tell if it's on the scalp or inside the skull). I have seen a doctor, bu...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
None.[Read More] Understanding Head Numbness: MRI Concerns with Metal Implants
Am I at High Risk for Brain Hemorrhage? Understanding Symptoms and Concerns
Am I at a high risk for a brain hemorrhage? Doctor, I started experiencing a headache on the night before last, and it is localized on the right side. My blood pressure is very high, with systolic readings between 175 and 190 and diastolic readings between 120 and 150. I went to ...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Strictly control blood pressure and follow up with outpatient neurology for treatment.[Read More] Am I at High Risk for Brain Hemorrhage? Understanding Symptoms and Concerns
Understanding Brain Tumor Surgery: What to Expect and Treatment Options
Brain tumor surgery Can the doctor help me? My brother is 32 years old. He was diagnosed with a brain tumor due to headaches, with approximately 3.4 tumors in the left upper brain. The largest one is 4.5 cm and there is evidence of bleeding. He is scheduled for an MRI tonight, an...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Without clinical imaging data and reports, it is difficult to answer this question. It is recommended to return to the outpatient clinic and discuss it in depth with your neurosurgeon![Read More] Understanding Brain Tumor Surgery: What to Expect and Treatment Options
Understanding Spider Web Hemorrhage: Recovery and Treatment Insights
Spider web hemorrhage My wife has spider web bleeding due to a car accident. She is currently conscious but experiencing headaches. She has been under observation in the hospital for 6 days and has not undergone brain surgery. How much longer should she be monitored? If there are...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Blood clots in the brain can be absorbed on their own. After six days of observation, it is generally sufficient, but symptoms such as headaches and dizziness may persist for one to two weeks.[Read More] Understanding Spider Web Hemorrhage: Recovery and Treatment Insights
Head Injury from Collision: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Head trauma from hitting a post? Hello, last night while I was having dinner and laughing, I leaned back without realizing there was a pillar behind me, and I hit my head hard against it, making a loud noise and causing a lot of pain. At that moment, it felt like there were after...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
If you experience persistent and worsening headaches, dizziness, nausea, and vomiting, please schedule an appointment with a neurosurgery clinic for evaluation.[Read More] Head Injury from Collision: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Understanding Head Trauma: Symptoms, Treatment, and When to Get a CT Scan
Head trauma Hello, doctor. I was in a car accident last month and sustained a head injury. There is swelling on the right side of my temple, and I was informed that my symptoms are suggestive of a mild concussion. It has been a month since the incident, but the area around my tem...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
If you experience persistent and worsening headaches, dizziness, nausea, and vomiting, please schedule an appointment with a neurosurgery clinic for evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Head Trauma: Symptoms, Treatment, and When to Get a CT Scan
Head Injury Symptoms: Understanding Post-Traumatic Headaches
I hit my head a month ago? A month ago, I hit my head, but I didn't have any issues for two weeks. It was only last week that I started experiencing headaches. When I look at my phone for less than five minutes, I begin to feel sharp pain, and I also experience this pain whe...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
It is recommended to get plenty of rest. If symptoms persist, please consult a neurosurgeon.[Read More] Head Injury Symptoms: Understanding Post-Traumatic Headaches
Understanding Occipital Pain: Causes and Solutions After a Car Accident
Occipital pain Hello, doctor. I was in a car accident last night while heading home. I don't have any external injuries, but my neck was jolted when the car behind me suddenly hit my vehicle. Since then, I've been experiencing sharp pain in my neck, along with nausea an...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
I suggest you quickly schedule an appointment with a neurosurgery clinic for evaluation![Read More] Understanding Occipital Pain: Causes and Solutions After a Car Accident
Head Injury After Fall: Seeking Help for Persistent Symptoms
Fell off the table and hit my head against the adjacent table? Hello Dr. Zhang: I am a sophomore in high school. About six months ago (last summer), I participated in a summer program at school, and while cleaning the air conditioning, I climbed on a desk and accidentally fell, i...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
If the head is continuously nodding and the dizziness is not severe, it is generally advisable to continue monitoring the situation. However, it is important to avoid vigorous activities. If discomfort persists, a consultation with a neurologist for further evaluation is recommen...[Read More] Head Injury After Fall: Seeking Help for Persistent Symptoms
Head Injury from E-Scooter Accident: What to Do Next?
Hit the ground? Hello doctor, I would like to ask about my girlfriend. This afternoon, while riding an electric scooter, she was thrown off when going around a curve and her head hit the ground. In a moment of panic, I rubbed the area, which caused swelling. There was some bleedi...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Yes, if the person is alert and does not have symptoms such as headache, dizziness, nausea, or vomiting, applying ice packs is sufficient![Read More] Head Injury from E-Scooter Accident: What to Do Next?
Understanding Vertebrobasilar Insufficiency: Symptoms and Surgical Options
Vertebrobasilar insufficiency Hello Doctor, I am experiencing headaches, dizziness, deep pain in my right ear, and weakness in my right leg (I cannot lift my leg but can still walk slowly). When I stand with my eyes closed, I tend to fall backward. It has been two months since ...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
What type of surgery is suitable?[Read More] Understanding Vertebrobasilar Insufficiency: Symptoms and Surgical Options
Understanding Post-Trauma Brain Hemorrhage: Symptoms and Care
Traumatic brain hemorrhage from a car accident? Hello doctor, my boyfriend had a motorcycle accident last Friday and is currently hospitalized. Throughout the process, he has not shown any signs of unconsciousness. He has been in the intensive care unit for about four days. The d...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Typically, this situation requires an examination of the patient's brain CT scan and an assessment of neurological function in order to make a determination. I cannot answer your question without that information.[Read More] Understanding Post-Trauma Brain Hemorrhage: Symptoms and Care
Head Injury from 5kg Weight: Symptoms and When to Seek Help
The head was struck by a 5 kg iron block? A 5 kg iron block fell from a height of 15 cm and struck my head, causing a minor abrasion and redness without bleeding. Since the incident, which occurred three days ago, I have not experienced any headaches or dizziness. When I gently p...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
It may be related; if improvement is observed after resting for two to three days, most cases do not require further examination.[Read More] Head Injury from 5kg Weight: Symptoms and When to Seek Help
Headache After Motorcycle Accident: Should You Seek Medical Attention?
Headache after a car accident? I was hit by a motorcycle from the left while crossing the street. I don't remember if I flew up; in an instant, I have no recollection of the moment of impact, only the memory of lying on the ground. At that moment, I wanted to get up but wasn...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello, your symptoms are similar to those of a head injury or concussion. It is recommended that you visit a nearby neurosurgery outpatient clinic for evaluation. Wishing you a speedy recovery. Dr. Lai Chao-Kang, Director of the Spine Neurosurgery Department, Changhua Hospital.[Read More] Headache After Motorcycle Accident: Should You Seek Medical Attention?
Head Injury After Car Accident: Signs You Shouldn't Ignore
I was in a car accident and hit my head; I'm not sure if I'm okay? Hello, I was in a car accident last Tuesday and hit my head. The swelling has gone down now, but it still hurts a little when I press on it. I'm not sure if there might be any issues.
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello, if there is no loss of consciousness, headache, dizziness, nausea, or vomiting, there is generally no major issue; it may just be a scalp contusion. However, please seek evaluation at a nearby neurosurgery outpatient clinic. Wishing you a speedy recovery. Changhua Hospital...[Read More] Head Injury After Car Accident: Signs You Shouldn't Ignore