Does Head Size Increase with Age? Understanding Your Concerns
Does head size increase with age? Hello, Dr. Chou: I have been troubled by a problem that is not exactly a hidden issue, which seems to be getting worse as I age. Since I was young, I have felt that my head is quite large, and I have always suspected that there might be somethin...
Dr. Zhou Lizhi Reply:
1. The proportion of the head is largest in children, and while some individuals may have larger heads as they grow, continuous growth should raise concerns about various diseases, primarily endocrine disorders. 2. Protruding eyes can mainly be attributed to two causes: severe ...[Read More] Does Head Size Increase with Age? Understanding Your Concerns
Understanding Skull Protrusions: When to Seek Medical Advice
Prominent skull? Hello Doctor: I remember that when I was a child, there was a round protrusion about the size of a one-dollar coin, approximately 0.7 cm high, located behind my left ear on the skull. It feels hard to the touch, so it should be bone. This condition has been with ...
Dr. Shi Qiming Reply:
Hello: Tumors of the skull should be evaluated and treated in a neurosurgery outpatient clinic.[Read More] Understanding Skull Protrusions: When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Skull Fractures in Children: Signs, Symptoms, and Care
Bruise My child is 15 months old. Two days ago, she fell from the sixth step of the stairs. My mother-in-law took her for a CT scan, and the doctor mentioned there is a mark near the side of her ear. Could this be a skull fracture? The skin around her eye is swollen, but she has ...
Dr. Huang Longde Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, the CT scan confirmed that there is a fracture in the skull near the ear (the ear itself is cartilage, which can be injured but does not fracture), resulting in swelling of the scalp and other external appearances. However, the most important con...[Read More] Understanding Skull Fractures in Children: Signs, Symptoms, and Care
Understanding Facial Bone Structure: Seeking Help for Facial Shape Concerns
Regarding the skull shape of the face? I felt that my face looked strange for a while, so I started pressing on it. At first, I was pushing on my jawbone, but later I felt it got worse... and it became increasingly severe! I began pressing on my cheekbones, and even pushed, press...
Dr. Shi Qiming Reply:
Hello: I recommend that you visit a plastic surgeon. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Facial Bone Structure: Seeking Help for Facial Shape Concerns
Understanding Forehead Depressions: When to See a Specialist
Inquire again about the indentation on the forehead (referring to previous articles)? Dear Dr. Lee, I have a similar condition as the previous patient, with a depression on the upper left side of my forehead. However, it seems to be more severe, and I have also noticed a depress...
Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, the field of orthopedics encompasses bones, joints, muscles, and the nervous system; however, some areas fall under other specialties, such as the skull, which is associated with neurosurgery, and the facial bones, which are related to plastic...[Read More] Understanding Forehead Depressions: When to See a Specialist
Effective Solutions for Chronic Jaw Dislocation: A Patient's Guide
Jaw dislocation Hello, Dr. Yeh. About five or six years ago, I started experiencing dislocations of my jaw whenever I opened my mouth wide. In the earlier instances, I was able to forcefully bite down to realign it, but there was one time when it was so painful that I had to go t...
Dr. Ye Qingnian Reply:
Jaw dislocation is related to dental occlusion, and it is more specialized in dentistry. Please consult Dr. Tseng, the head of our dental department, for your inquiries. Generally speaking, jaw dislocation is closely associated with abnormalities in the temporomandibular joint (T...[Read More] Effective Solutions for Chronic Jaw Dislocation: A Patient's Guide