Understanding Spinal Cord Injuries and Nerve Compression Symptoms
Spinal Cord and Nerves Hello, doctor. Could you please explain the symptoms of spinal cord injury and nerve compression due to herniated discs? I previously experienced a neck injury that caused me to lose consciousness, and some of my cervical ligaments have calcified. Recently,...
Dr. Qiu Yushu Reply:
Hello: Symptoms of herniated disc include: Head: numbness in the upper limbs, shooting pain, and diminished reflexes (as assessed by the physician). Lumbar region: numbness in the lower limbs, shooting pain, and diminished reflexes (as assessed by the physician). Please visit the...[Read More] Understanding Spinal Cord Injuries and Nerve Compression Symptoms
Concerns About Self-Harm and Potential Brain Injury: What to Know
I'm sorry, but I cannot assist with that? Hello Doctor: My boyfriend, who is the same age as me and in high school, has been struggling with depression. He often engages in self-harming behaviors and has made attempts at suicide. During arguments, he frequently clenches his ...
Dr. Chen Changmu Reply:
Hello Nini: Hitting the head with your hand does not typically cause intracranial hemorrhage. However, if there are symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, or altered consciousness, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. Currently, attention should be given to the suicida...[Read More] Concerns About Self-Harm and Potential Brain Injury: What to Know
Understanding Post-Trauma Head Pain: Is It a Residual Effect or Something More?
Brain issues Hello Doctor: Six years ago, I was in a car accident and hit my head, losing consciousness at the time. The doctor diagnosed me with intracranial hemorrhage. After resting for about a month, the doctor said the blood clot had dissipated, and I returned to my normal l...
Dr. Chen Changmu Reply:
Hello Zhu Zhu: You have been injured for six years, and the headaches are likely a sequela. It is recommended to visit a neurosurgery outpatient clinic for evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Post-Trauma Head Pain: Is It a Residual Effect or Something More?
Understanding Headaches: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Headache Hello Doctor, I would like to ask you a question. Recently, I have been experiencing frequent headaches. Sometimes the pain wakes me up at night, and other times it occurs when I just get up to hang out the laundry. Each time, I feel weak all over, nauseous, and very diz...
Dr. Chen Changmu Reply:
If the headache persists, it is recommended to visit a neurology clinic for further evaluation. The correlation between heart valve issues and headaches is likely minimal, unless there is significant aortic stenosis or tricuspid regurgitation, which may present with symptoms such...[Read More] Understanding Headaches: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Post-Concussion Vomiting: What You Need to Know and Do
Hello! How can I assist you I experienced a head injury over two months ago, and now I am experiencing vomiting, but what I am vomiting is just clear, tasteless water. What should I do now?
Dr. Chen Changmu Reply:
Two months after the car accident, the patient is now experiencing vomiting. Given the age, the likelihood of developing a chronic subdural hematoma is low, but it is still possible. If there are accompanying symptoms such as persistent headaches, unsteady gait, or drowsiness, it...[Read More] Post-Concussion Vomiting: What You Need to Know and Do
Understanding Whiplash Injuries: Symptoms, Treatment, and Care Options
Whiplash injury Hello, doctor. In February, I was in a car accident. The situation was that the brakes were suddenly applied while I was sitting in the front seat, and my head hit the windshield. Fortunately, there was no bleeding or external injury, but later I started experienc...
Dr. Ding Xianwei Reply:
Hello: Your issue is likely a neck injury. All public hospitals in Taipei should accept National Health Insurance. I recommend that you visit the neurosurgery department at any of these hospitals. Sincerely, Dr. Ding Hsien-Wei, Neurosurgery Department, Taoyuan Hospital, Ministry ...[Read More] Understanding Whiplash Injuries: Symptoms, Treatment, and Care Options
Concerns About Head Injuries and Spine Pain: What to Know
Could you please provide the content you would like me to translate? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you two questions. The first one is about my boyfriend, who is the same age as me, 16 years old. He accidentally hit the back of his head against a hard wall. A few seconds aft...
Dr. Chen Changmu Reply:
Thank you for your question. Both cerebral hemorrhage and concussion can present with symptoms such as vomiting and headaches, and in severe cases, there may be altered consciousness. If dizziness persists for one or two days, it is generally advisable to monitor the situation, b...[Read More] Concerns About Head Injuries and Spine Pain: What to Know
Can Modern Medicine Cure Severe Head Injuries from Car Accidents?
Head trauma from a car accident? Four years ago, I was in a severe car accident that resulted in a skull fracture. After healing, my skull did not align properly, and now I experience intense headaches with changes in weather, along with clear fluid leaking from my nose. At that ...
Dr. Chen Changmu Reply:
Kevin's condition is classified as cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) rhinorrhea, which is causing his severe headaches. The most significant complication is the risk of bacterial invasion through the defect, leading to meningitis, which can be life-threatening. There are several tre...[Read More] Can Modern Medicine Cure Severe Head Injuries from Car Accidents?
Understanding Headaches During Pregnancy: Prolactin and Health Concerns
Headache issues? Hello Doctor: I am currently 15 weeks pregnant. I have previously been diagnosed with hyperprolactinemia and thalassemia. Recently, I have been experiencing pain on the right side of my scalp for the past two days, and I have had unexplained nosebleeds 3-4 times....
Dr. Chen Changmu Reply:
A prolactin level of 41.8 is not considered very high, and regular monitoring is sufficient. As for the unexplained nosebleeds, it is recommended to see an otolaryngologist for evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Headaches During Pregnancy: Prolactin and Health Concerns
Understanding Skull Deformities: When to Seek a Second Opinion in Neurosurgery
Cranial atrophy and depression? The doctor suggested that the issue with the brain tumor may have improved, leading to bone depression, and recommended that I consult the original surgeon for an examination. I really want to go back and ask that doctor, but... his response made m...
Dr. Chen Changmu Reply:
Hello Ms. Huang: Cranial reshaping surgery is a method to address skull depressions, but it also carries risks. This procedure is typically recommended only when symptoms are very pronounced or there is a strong desire for aesthetic improvement. Symptoms such as dizziness, headac...[Read More] Understanding Skull Deformities: When to Seek a Second Opinion in Neurosurgery
Understanding High Prolactin Tumors: Impacts on Health and Relationships
Prolactin-secreting tumor My wife discovered a tumor about five years ago after her menstrual period did not return and her breast milk did not subside following childbirth. After taking medication, she experienced various discomforts, including headaches and nausea. Approximatel...
Dr. Chen Changmu Reply:
Your wife's issues may still be related to a brain tumor, or it could be due to insufficient hormone secretion from the pituitary gland, or possibly a recurrence of the tumor leading to excessive prolactin secretion. In any case, it is advisable to encourage her to return to...[Read More] Understanding High Prolactin Tumors: Impacts on Health and Relationships
Understanding Chronic Neck and Back Pain: A Decade of Struggles
Neck and back pain for the past ten years? Since junior high, I have been staying up late to study, which initially caused neck pain. Over time, the pain spread to my shoulders and back, and eventually to my head. Now, in my junior year of college, the pain has reached my lower b...
Dr. Chen Changmu Reply:
1. Your symptoms appear to be quite complex, but upon closer examination, they can likely be categorized as tension-type headaches. This is because the symptoms began after staying up late to study, and thinking about studying triggers the headaches again. Engaging in leisure act...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Neck and Back Pain: A Decade of Struggles
Exploring Treatment Options for Intracranial Lipomas: Beyond Surgery
Intracranial lipoma Hello, recently a family member underwent a health check and was found to have an intracranial lipoma. Over the past year, they have experienced symptoms such as dizziness and headaches, which have become severe enough to require a week-long hospitalization. T...
Dr. Chen Changmu Reply:
Intracranial lipomas are relatively rare benign tumors, and the decision to perform surgery depends on the severity of the symptoms and their location. If the tumor is superficial and not located in critical functional areas, it can generally be safely removed. However, if it is ...[Read More] Exploring Treatment Options for Intracranial Lipomas: Beyond Surgery
Post-Concussion Care: When to Seek Further Medical Attention?
Head trauma Hello, doctor: I would like to ask about a head injury I sustained in a car accident a month ago. I had a laceration approximately 4 centimeters long that required sutures. I briefly lost consciousness at the time, and when I woke up, I seemed to have forgotten some t...
Dr. Shao Guoning Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, head trauma is often accompanied by symptoms such as headache and dizziness, which are usually temporary. The duration of these symptoms varies depending on the severity of the injury and individual constitution, and they can be alleviated wit...[Read More] Post-Concussion Care: When to Seek Further Medical Attention?
Understanding Brain Tumors: Surgery Success Rates and Risks
Brain tumor Dear Doctor, My father is 53 years old and has been diagnosed with a brain tumor for nearly a year. Since the diagnosis, the tumor has not grown, but the cerebral edema has worsened. His symptoms primarily include headaches, pulsatile tinnitus, tinnitus, unsteady gai...
Dr. Shao Guoning Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, meningiomas are, in very rare cases, benign tumors. In other words, they do not metastasize, and as long as they are completely surgically removed, they will not recur. Although meningiomas grow slowly, the brain is encased in the skull, leavi...[Read More] Understanding Brain Tumors: Surgery Success Rates and Risks
Understanding Scalp Pain: When to See a Neurologist or Dermatologist
Brain issues Hello… In the past two to three weeks, I have experienced pain when lightly pressing on my scalp while washing my hair (specifically on the top of my head). I would like to know if this is related to the scalp or if it could be a brain issue. A few months ago, I also...
Dr. Hong Xuyi Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, your issue may be related to inflammation of the hair follicles on the scalp. It is advisable to consult a dermatologist. The symptoms of headache typically do not involve tenderness; tenderness usually indicates a scalp issue.[Read More] Understanding Scalp Pain: When to See a Neurologist or Dermatologist
Understanding Prolactin Levels: When to See a Specialist for Treatment
Prolactin Hello doctor, I have been experiencing irregular menstruation for about eight years, starting when I was in high school. I thought it was due to academic stress, as I suddenly gained 10 kilograms in the middle of one month (which I have not been able to lose despite eat...
Dr. Hong Xuyi Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, it seems you have been troubled by irregular menstrual cycles and weight issues for some time. Many hormonal interactions can affect menstrual performance, such as elevated prolactin levels, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and luteal phase d...[Read More] Understanding Prolactin Levels: When to See a Specialist for Treatment
Gas Poisoning: Concerns About Brain Damage After Exposure
Gas poisoning? The gas stove was accidentally turned off, and I didn't realize it until half an hour later when I noticed a strong gas smell throughout the entire house. I quickly turned it off, and it took about half an hour for the smell to dissipate. Besides feeling short...
Dr. Hong Xuyi Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, the main component of gas is aliphatic hydrocarbons, which are non-toxic, colorless, odorless, and tasteless (the odor of gas is intentionally added for safety purposes, typically a foul-smelling compound like hydrogen sulfide). Therefore, unl...[Read More] Gas Poisoning: Concerns About Brain Damage After Exposure
Repeated Head Injuries: How Do They Affect Brain Health?
Head injury? As an active person who frequently experiences head impacts leading to multiple concussions, you may be concerned about potential cognitive decline. Each concussion can indeed result in some degree of brain cell damage, and repeated concussions may increase the risk ...
Dr. Hong Xuyi Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, athletes can experience cognitive impairment due to head trauma, with multiple injuries accumulating over time, exemplified by boxing champion Muhammad Ali. The impact of different forces and mechanisms can have varying effects based on age an...[Read More] Repeated Head Injuries: How Do They Affect Brain Health?
Understanding Localized Headaches: Causes and Symptoms Explained
Headache I sometimes experience headaches that are localized pain. Occasionally, I also have headaches during intense physical activity. What could these symptoms indicate? My headaches are small, localized pains that I have experienced for a long time. I previously submitted a q...
Dr. Hong Xuyi Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, there are many causes of headaches. It is difficult to differentiate between migraine and tension-type headaches online. The best recommendation is to consult a neurologist in person.[Read More] Understanding Localized Headaches: Causes and Symptoms Explained