Other, Neurosurgery FAQ - Page 36

Piriformis syndrome is a condition characterized by pain in the Hello, Doctor: I have pain in my hip and cannot sit, especially at the ischial tuberosity, which hurts more when sitting. I have been diagnosed with Piriformis Syndrome and Myofascial Pain. I initially started physic...

Lumbar disc herniation (L2, L4) has been surgically treated due to nerve compression. If a recurrence occurs requiring another surgery, what are the potential postoperative complications, and is the risk of a second surgery high? Thank you! I am a 34-year-old female who has under...

Persistent tightness and pain in the entire back for three months? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about a back pain issue that has been bothering me for a long time. My back pain has lasted for about three months. I have seen a doctor and had an X-ray done, which showed no is...

Cerebellar hemorrhage has gradually improved, but there are occurrences of mild hallucinations? Hello Doctor: My mother experienced cerebellar hemorrhage and brainstem hemorrhage on July 25 (I have previously asked about this). She is gradually improving now (although she still h...

Cerebellar and brainstem hemorrhage Hello Doctor: My mother, who requires dialysis three times a week, was admitted to the intensive care unit at Xindian Gengxin Hospital on July 25 due to near-fainting. She was diagnosed with a small amount of bleeding in the cerebellum and brai...

Swelling after a head injury? My daughter (7 years old) bumped the back of her head while playing two weeks ago. That day, it was red, swollen, and painful. Three days later, since she felt a slight bulge at the injury site and it was still painful when pressed lightly, I took he...

Can the sympathetic nerve recover after ablation? Hello Dr. Ding: Due to my concern with axillary bromhidrosis, I am considering treating my palmar hyperhidrosis to alleviate the sweating symptoms under my arms. My palmar hyperhidrosis is quite mild, but since the treatment for b...

Chronic back pain Hello Doctor: I have a question. My mother has been experiencing chronic pain in her back, and the location of the pain changes daily. Previously, she sought treatment at a major hospital for this symptom and underwent surgery (the doctor indicated it was due to...

Severe pain with no identifiable cause? My father has been experiencing shooting pain starting from his toes for the past two years. Initially, he didn't pay much attention to it, thinking it was related to his work, so he didn't seek medical attention. Gradually, the p...

Foot pain and numbness? Hello, doctor. I often experience pain and numbness in the lower part of my right calf, especially when standing for long periods or lifting heavy objects. The pain and numbness become more severe during those times. This condition has persisted for over a...

The hand experiences intermittent sharp pain? I have been experiencing intermittent sharp pain in my left hand, extending from my fingertips to my upper arm, for the past month. It doesn't feel like muscle soreness, and I don't experience numbness when I exert force, bu...

Herniated disc Hello Dr. Chiu, In 2002, I experienced lower back pain and pain in my right thigh. I underwent an MRI, which revealed a herniated disc at the L4-L5 level that was compressing a nerve. After undergoing rehabilitation (including heat therapy, electrical stimulation,...

About hydrocephalus? Dear Doctor, My uncle underwent a minor surgery where a programmable valve was implanted in his brain. It has been less than two months, and his condition seems to have shown no progress; he still appears to have low energy. He developed hydrocephalus due t...

Lumbar disc herniation at the L5 level? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing persistent pain in my left buttock and left ankle due to a herniated disc at the fifth lumbar vertebra. I only became aware of this condition in the past two years, but I have had symptoms for nearly t...

Muscles have difficulty exerting force regularly? I usually have difficulty exerting muscle strength, and I need to use my brain to control my movements. When I stand, only my calves are firm, while my thighs and glutes are completely soft. The softness is such that when I press ...

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...

Lower back pain Hello Doctor: After a car accident at the age of 18, I have experienced persistent lower back pain, numbness in the sole of my right foot, and difficulty standing or sitting for long periods, as well as walking for extended durations. Walking for a while causes a ...

Inquiry about symptoms of herniated disc? Hello, Doctor: I was initially diagnosed with symptoms of a herniated disc at the end of last year. It wasn't until November of last year that the military medical examination at the 804 Military Hospital confirmed my herniated disc ...

Swelling on the head with throbbing pain? On April 23, I suddenly experienced sharp pain in my head. By April 24, it returned to normal. Around April 26 and 27, the sharp pain started again, and I noticed a small bump on the top of my head at the site of the pain. The forehead ar...

Feeling a bit off mentally? Doctor: I have been on medication at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital's psychiatry department for over two years, receiving long-acting injections every four weeks and taking two pills. However, I have stopped the medication for seven days, and I feel...