Understanding Treatment Options for Cervical Myelopathy and Syringomyelia
Treatment of cervical syringomyelia I went to New Taipei Hospital for consultation due to tightness and pain in my neck and shoulders. An MRI on July 27 revealed that the nerve root is being compressed between the C4 and C5 vertebrae, and there is spinal cord compression between ...
Dr. Zhao Shaoqing Reply:
Spinal cord compression can lead to sensory and motor neurological symptoms, including pain, numbness, and weakness in the neck and both upper limbs. If there is a presence of syringomyelia, it generally indicates irreversible damage to the spinal cord. Surgical intervention on t...[Read More] Understanding Treatment Options for Cervical Myelopathy and Syringomyelia
Understanding Cervical Spine Surgery and Sympathetic Nerve Issues
Cervical spine surgery (sympathetic nerve) Hello Dr. Lai: I fell from a ladder and injured my cervical spine, which has resulted in back pain, headaches, dizziness, tinnitus, insomnia, blurred vision, palpitations, chest tightness, nausea, vomiting, memory loss, anxiety, gastroin...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: 1. If you have undergone surgery at another hospital and have not experienced any improvement after 4 months, you can undergo an MRI examination for evaluation; there is no such thing as "only X-rays." 2. Your symptoms may be caused by cervical spinal cord nerve ...[Read More] Understanding Cervical Spine Surgery and Sympathetic Nerve Issues
Understanding Neck and Head Issues After a Slip and Fall Accident
Slip and fall, head and neck issues? Hello, doctor. Last week, I slipped and fell backward due to a wet floor. I'm not sure if I hit the back of my head, but I felt dizzy and experienced tinnitus immediately after getting up. I've still been feeling somewhat dizzy these...
Dr. Zhao Shaoqing Reply:
A posterior impact to the head and neck raises concerns about potential injuries to the cerebellum or cervical spine. Symptoms may include dizziness, headaches, neck pain, and poor balance. If these symptoms persist without improvement, it is advisable to seek medical evaluation ...[Read More] Understanding Neck and Head Issues After a Slip and Fall Accident
Head Injury Concerns: Potential Risks and Management After Impact
Top of the head impact issues? Hello Director Chang, Today, while I was getting into a government van, I didn't notice the height difference and hit my head hard against the door frame. It was very painful at the moment, and the pain radiated to the back of my head. By the ...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Based on your description, it seems to be a mild head injury. If discomfort persists, you may want to schedule an appointment with a surgical outpatient clinic for further evaluation.[Read More] Head Injury Concerns: Potential Risks and Management After Impact
Concerns After a Slip and Fall: Understanding Head Injury Symptoms
Slip backward? Hello Doctor, I slipped and fell backward the day before yesterday due to a wet floor. I had my hair in a ponytail, and I’m not sure if the back of my head hit the ground. At that moment, I experienced some tinnitus and dizziness, but I did not have any significant...
Dr. Zhao Shaoqing Reply:
If there is persistent clear nasal discharge, and the possibility of a skull base fracture has been ruled out, it is necessary to go to a major hospital for examination.[Read More] Concerns After a Slip and Fall: Understanding Head Injury Symptoms
Understanding Dizziness After a Fall: Is It a Concussion?
I feel a bit dizzy? About a week ago, I fell off my bike. At the time, I was fully conscious, had no head injuries, and did not forget anything, only sustaining some superficial wounds. I went to Hengchun Hospital for wound dressing, where I was given pain medication. The next da...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
It is not a concussion, but it is a head injury that can also cause symptoms such as dizziness and other sequelae. Taking medication and getting plenty of rest should help improve the condition.[Read More] Understanding Dizziness After a Fall: Is It a Concussion?
Understanding Headaches: Post-Injury Symptoms and Eye Health Concerns
Headache issues? I have had migraine issues since childhood, where fatigue and exposure to wind can trigger headaches. However, I never sought any medical evaluation. At the end of last year, I fell down the stairs without using my hands to brace myself, landing face-first. I was...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
You can first visit the neurosurgery outpatient clinic![Read More] Understanding Headaches: Post-Injury Symptoms and Eye Health Concerns
Is Your Headache a Post-Injury Symptom? When to Seek Medical Advice
I was elbowed in the left temple by a friend? Hello doctor, around early May, my friend accidentally bumped their elbow against their temple without noticing. For a few days after the impact, there were no visible injuries, but they felt some pain when laughing or moving the musc...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
It usually recovers on its own after a period of time.[Read More] Is Your Headache a Post-Injury Symptom? When to Seek Medical Advice
Post-Car Accident Head Pain: Understanding Risks and Recovery Tips
I was in a car accident and hit the back of my head. It's been two weeks, and sometimes I experience severe headaches? Hello, doctor. My nephew was involved in a car accident with a classmate on April 26, where the classmate sustained a blow to the back of the head. The emer...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Post-traumatic symptoms from head injuries often include headaches and dizziness. It is important to rest, and with time, these symptoms typically resolve on their own.[Read More] Post-Car Accident Head Pain: Understanding Risks and Recovery Tips
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
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
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 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?
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
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
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
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