Understanding Thumb Swelling: Surgical Risks and Alternative Treatments
The doctor said that surgery is needed for the swollen and painful thumb? Hello Doctor: My mother is 70 years old. Last year, her left thumb swelled up for no apparent reason. She is right-handed and primarily uses her right hand, but the swelling is only in her left hand, and we...
Dr. You Dianqi Reply:
It is difficult to assess the patient's actual condition based solely on text. If there are any concerns, it is recommended to discuss them with the patient's attending physician or to take the patient for a medical consultation and seek opinions from other doctors in p...[Read More] Understanding Thumb Swelling: Surgical Risks and Alternative Treatments
Numbness in Left Ring and Pinky Toes After Motorcycle Accident
Numbness in the left foot's ring and little toes? Hello, I had a collision with a motorcycle last Saturday. At that moment, I only felt pain on the inner side of my left tibia, and everything else seemed normal. However, in the past few days, I've noticed that my left r...
Dr. Wang Jiacheng Reply:
It is advisable to seek medical consultation. Thank you, and wish you good health![Read More] Numbness in Left Ring and Pinky Toes After Motorcycle Accident
Understanding Hip Labral Tears: Symptoms, Treatment Options, and Recovery
Issues related to hip labral tears? **Symptoms and Medical Consultation Process:** Last July, I underwent a lateral hip abduction procedure and felt some discomfort. The next day, I woke up with tightness and soreness around my left hip, along with a squeezing sensation when lift...
Dr. Zhan Xian Reply:
Hello, you can ask your surgeon about your concerns. There is still a possibility of rupture worsening.[Read More] Understanding Hip Labral Tears: Symptoms, Treatment Options, and Recovery
Understanding Upper Right Back Pain: Causes and Solutions
Upper right back pain? Hello, doctor. I experience sharp pain in my upper right back when I breathe deeply, lie down, or stretch vigorously. This has been happening for almost a year. I have had a chest X-ray that showed no issues. I regularly play basketball, volleyball, and do ...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello, based on your symptoms, it is more likely that you have fasciitis, which typically presents with localized tenderness. If you have any doubts, it is advisable to seek medical consultation for confirmation. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Dr. Wang Shou-ji.[Read More] Understanding Upper Right Back Pain: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Finger Pain After Basketball: When to See a Doctor
Finger issues Hello doctor, my index finger started to hurt after playing basketball, but there is no swelling or bruising on the surface. However, it hurts when I press on the proximal interphalangeal joint and the distal interphalangeal joint. It also hurts when I bend it, and ...
Dr. You Dianqi Reply:
Hello: I would like to see a doctor, as each situation may vary. For safety's sake, since I have concerns, I want to consult a physician and hear their opinion. I would also like to ask about my voice, as the functionality of this website is, at best, that of a keyboard doct...[Read More] Understanding Finger Pain After Basketball: When to See a Doctor
Post-ACL Reconstruction and Meniscus Repair: Understanding Complications and Recovery
ACL reconstruction + meniscus repair suturing Hello Dr. Shih, good evening. I apologize for disturbing you. I am Professor Lai's nephew, and my surname is Lu. Due to my work in the Philippines this year, I am temporarily unable to return to Taiwan for medical consultation. I...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
The sequelae you mentioned can occur, but it's essential to have a physician evaluate the situation to determine the cause of the knee joint swelling. Applying ice and resting may help improve the condition. If there is no further injury, recovery typically progresses gradua...[Read More] Post-ACL Reconstruction and Meniscus Repair: Understanding Complications and Recovery
Should You Get Your Knee Cap Checked After a Past Injury?
Patella Hello: My knee seems to have a slight protrusion due to a fall I had a long time ago. It has been several years, and I have no discomfort. Is there a need to get it checked?
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
If there are no uncomfortable symptoms, there is no need to seek medical consultation.[Read More] Should You Get Your Knee Cap Checked After a Past Injury?
Understanding Intermittent Pain in the Left Calf: Causes and When to Seek Help
Intermittent soreness in the left calf? The patient has congenital heart disease with moderate regurgitation and suffered a car accident 13 years ago, during which an EMG revealed C5 injury. Since the accident, the patient has noticed decreased responsiveness in the left leg. In ...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Pain in the lower extremities may be related to the lumbar spine. It is advisable to consult a physician and get an X-ray to check for any issues with the lumbar vertebrae. Additionally, it is important to assess whether there are any problems with the knee joints as well.[Read More] Understanding Intermittent Pain in the Left Calf: Causes and When to Seek Help
Five Years Post-Car Accident: Managing Elbow and Knee Pain
Five years after the car accident, experiencing pain in the elbow and knee joints? The car accident occurred five years ago, resulting in an injury to the left arm, which was unable to be raised at all. The left arm was swollen and there was bone displacement. Since the accident,...
Dr. Wang Shouji Reply:
Hello: Pain caused by changes in weather after a fracture is often due to individual constitution or poor microcirculation. It is important to first confirm the healing status of the fracture. If the fracture has healed properly and the shape is normal, it is generally recommende...[Read More] Five Years Post-Car Accident: Managing Elbow and Knee Pain
Choosing the Right Specialist for Trigger Finger Surgery: A Guide
Inquiry about appropriate department for medical consultation (forwarded from the Director's mailbox) Xiaomin, unable to find a medical consultation website to ask questions, reluctantly turned to the mailbox for inquiries. The question: Xiaomin's wife is experiencing p...
Dr. Shi Guozheng Reply:
Trigger finger can be treated conservatively in addition to surgical intervention. This means reducing the use of the affected finger, performing rehabilitation exercises in warm water, or using medication for treatment. It may improve with these methods. If it does not improve, ...[Read More] Choosing the Right Specialist for Trigger Finger Surgery: A Guide
Understanding Limb Length Discrepancy in Children with Spina Bifida
Leg length discrepancy in children? Dear Dr. Lee, My daughter is a patient with congenital spina bifida, which has resulted in her left calf bone being thinner and shorter than her right calf (currently, the difference is nearly one centimeter). I would like to ask Dr. Lee: 1. ...
Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, may I ask how old your daughter is now? If she is a patient with congenital spina bifida, you may need a multidisciplinary medical consultation team, including a pediatrician, pediatric neurosurgeon, pediatric orthopedic surgeon, pediatric reh...[Read More] Understanding Limb Length Discrepancy in Children with Spina Bifida
Understanding Elbow Fractures in Children: Rehabilitation and Recovery Insights
Elbow fracture Dear Director Li, First of all, I must sincerely ask for the understanding of the Taiwan e-Hospital medical consultation team, as I only discovered this medical consultation platform yesterday. I immediately sent an email to Dr. Shih Kuo-Cheng and today I eagerly ...
Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello, In response to your question, Director Shi may have already provided you with a satisfactory answer. Here’s a brief response to your inquiries: 1. Regarding your child's condition, rehabilitation therapy is generally not necessary. Recovery of joint range of motion...[Read More] Understanding Elbow Fractures in Children: Rehabilitation and Recovery Insights
Understanding Elbow and Knee Pain: When to Seek Medical Help
Pain in the elbow and knee joints? My mother is approximately sixty years old, with a heavier build. Her health check-ups have shown no signs of osteoporosis. Recently, she has been experiencing abnormal pain in both elbow joints when sleeping on her side, and bending her knees a...
Dr. Xie Tianjie Reply:
Elderly individuals around the age of sixty, especially those who are overweight, experience greater pressure on their knee joints. As the cartilage in the joints wears down to a certain extent, they may gradually develop joint pain, weakness, and even stiffness to the point of b...[Read More] Understanding Elbow and Knee Pain: When to Seek Medical Help