Neck, Neurosurgery FAQ - Page 11

Neck pain I think I may have strained my neck while exercising. At first, it wasn't too bad, but after about two to three days, I started to feel soreness if I maintained the same position for too long. Then, after another two to three days, the middle to lower part of my le...

Concussion Hello Doctor: At the end of last month, I was in a car accident and hit my head, losing consciousness at the scene. My friends tried to wake me for a long time, and it was only when the person responsible for the accident picked me up that I slowly regained consciousne...

Intracranial hemorrhage Hello Doctor: I would like to ask about my grandmother, who was admitted to the hospital and underwent surgery for acute cerebellar hemorrhage on February 8, 2006. The hospital diagnosed her with hypertensive hemorrhage, but she has no history of hypertens...

Spinal discomfort? Doctor: I previously experienced some occasional neck pain, which I didn't pay much attention to, thinking that it would go away with more rest. However, it has not only persisted but has also increased from one area to two. Am I at risk of having bone can...

A strange sensation? Hello, doctor: During my university years, as the academic pressure became less intense, I found that my sleep duration increased significantly. I could sleep until 11 AM if I had no classes, and even take a nap in the afternoon without any issues. However, I...

Incidental discovery of meningioma? Hello, doctor. About a month ago, I bent my head down for about 30 seconds and felt as if blood was rushing to my head. After I lifted my head, I noticed a clear, light yellow fluid coming from my nose (as I had a mild cold at that time). I wen...

Sudden onset of severe pain? I am an internet user, spending more than 10 hours online every day. Two days ago, I suddenly felt soreness in both legs and the back of my right hand. This type of soreness has occurred before, and it persists even when my body is at rest; I still fe...

Can a neck injury cause a concussion? A few days ago, someone next to me swung their arm forcefully and accidentally struck the area just below the back of my head on my neck. At that moment, I felt a lot of pain, but when I woke up the next day, I felt groggy and not very alert,...

Treatment for dizziness depends on the underlying cause. Common approaches include: 1. **Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT)**: This is a specialized form of Dear Dr. Chiu, My spouse, who is 58 years old, has been experiencing the following symptoms for over a month: dizzin...

Neck pain and slight dizziness? About three weeks ago, I had a motorcycle accident while riding at a speed of over 50 km/h. At the time of the fall, I only sustained minor injuries to my elbows and knees, and there was no visible injury to my head. However, I am unsure if I hit m...

There is soreness, pain, and numbness from the shoulder and neck down to the fingertips? Hello, doctor! Recently, my husband has been experiencing some very uncomfortable symptoms, and I'm not sure which specialty he should see. I hope you can take some time to provide an an...

Tourette Syndrome Dr. Ding: Hello, I sincerely seek your advice. My seven-year-old nephew has a history of asthma and allergies, which are currently being managed with medication. Recently, he has been experiencing symptoms such as a crooked mouth, eyes rolling back, and involunt...

May I ask if Dr. Chiu has received this letter? Please, please? Hello Dr. Chiu, I would like to ask you about the Department of Health's recommendation against allowing infants to sleep on their stomachs to prevent sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). They suggest sleeping o...

Dizziness Hello, doctor. Yesterday, I accompanied the victim to the hospital for a follow-up appointment. He described his symptoms over the past week as dizziness, a feeling of pressure in his head, occasional numbness in his fingers, and stiffness in his neck. The doctor recomm...

Head trauma? On Monday, I was punched in the back of the head by a classmate. At the moment, I didn't feel anything, but later I gradually started to feel pain. Over the next few days, I haven't been feeling well. In the morning, I wake up with body aches, especially in...

The Strange Phenomenon of Hand Sweat Surgery Hello, doctor! I underwent surgery for axillary hyperhidrosis six years ago. For the first two years post-surgery, I did not sweat at all above my neck and down to my palms, and my condition was good. Starting from the third year, I no...

There is a cracking sound when bending to the left or right? I often experience soreness in the area of my shoulder blades near the spine. When I look straight ahead and bend my neck to the left or right, I hear cracking sounds accompanied by sharp pain, which feels like somethin...

Poor young lady, suffering from腰痛 (lower back pain), leg soreness, tightness, numbness, and weakness for a year. Please help me! Hello D.R.: About ten years ago, I fell while taking a shower and have had a few accidental falls since then, resulting in back injuries. However, afte...

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,...

Cervical cone surgery issues? Dear Dr. Ding, I have a very contradictory question that I need your help with. Recently, I have been experiencing frequent neck pain, difficulty turning my head, and numbness and weakness in my left arm. I went to a large hospital in central Taiwan...