Understanding Persistent Tinnitus: Causes and Solutions
Persistent tinnitus Hello, doctor. A few days ago, I had a headache and took painkillers. After two days of the headache, I suddenly experienced tinnitus, hearing a persistent high-pitched sound for the past seven days. I visited an ENT specialist who said there was no significan...
Dr. Lin Mianzhang Reply:
Dear Mr. Allen, It seems that your tinnitus is related to your headaches. Have you had an evaluation from an otolaryngologist regarding the cause of your headaches? If the cause of the headaches can be identified, there is a possibility that your tinnitus may improve as well. If...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Tinnitus: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Shortness of Breath and Frequent Yawning: A Psychiatric Perspective
Shortness of breath and frequent yawning? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing sudden episodes of shortness of breath since last year. Each time it occurs, I have to exert a lot of effort to inhale, and if I can't get enough air by forceful inhalation, I try to relieve it ...
Dr. Lin Mianzhang Reply:
Hello Steve: Thank you for your hard work! After looking through so many specialties without finding a cause, I would like to understand if there were any changes in your life before this situation started last year. Additionally, you mentioned that your condition worsens after w...[Read More] Understanding Shortness of Breath and Frequent Yawning: A Psychiatric Perspective
Managing Anxiety: Insights on Reducing Medication for Autonomic Dysregulation
Ethanol Drug Consultation Hello Doctor, I have been diagnosed with autonomic nervous system dysfunction by a psychiatrist for several years. My treatment has been going well, and I have been consistently taking half a tablet of Lysteda and half a tablet of Klonopin before bed, wi...
Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
Hello, online friend: If you have concerns, slow down the process of discontinuing the medication. First, stop Jing An Ning, and if everything is still fine, then discontinue it completely after a week. Dr. Wu Enliang[Read More] Managing Anxiety: Insights on Reducing Medication for Autonomic Dysregulation
Supporting a Loved One in Denial of Mental Health Issues: A Family Guide
When facing a patient who is unaware of their illness and unwilling to seek medical attention, how can we, as family members, provide support? Hello, Doctor. I apologize for taking up your valuable time! My mother is an emotionally expressive person who often brings up past sorro...
Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
Hello, online friend: Is it possible to persuade her to seek medical attention using reasons that are more acceptable to the elderly, such as "insomnia," "autonomic nervous system disorder," "neurasthenia," or "undergoing a physical examination&...[Read More] Supporting a Loved One in Denial of Mental Health Issues: A Family Guide
Managing Panic Attacks While Riding: Understanding Anxiety and Autonomic Dysfunction
Experiencing tightness in the abdomen while riding a bike? Hello Doctor: Since my fourth episode at the end of December last year, I suddenly felt a shortness of breath while driving, as if I couldn't get enough air no matter how hard I tried to inhale. Then I started to exp...
Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
Hello, netizen: I would like to ask if weight training will further stimulate my sympathetic nervous system? A: Weight training will not further stimulate my sympathetic nervous system. In the case that I experience episodes while cycling, what should I do? How can I resolve my c...[Read More] Managing Panic Attacks While Riding: Understanding Anxiety and Autonomic Dysfunction
Navigating Job Stress: Seeking Help for Depression Symptoms
Depressive tendencies Hello, Doctor. I recently changed jobs. I used to work at the front desk, where I interacted with clients and received professional feedback, which gave me a sense of accomplishment and confidence, aligning with my career plan. However, a little over a month...
Dr. Wang Yaoting Reply:
Hello: Many people experience difficulties when transitioning to a new job. Your current situation sounds like an adjustment disorder combined with symptoms of autonomic nervous system dysregulation. However, if the symptoms persist for more than three months, it may indicate a p...[Read More] Navigating Job Stress: Seeking Help for Depression Symptoms
Managing Side Effects of Lofepramine: When to Stop Medication?
If the side effects of Lofepramine are intolerable, can I stop taking the medication on my own? I have been undergoing treatment for depression for many years, and my previous primary medication was Venlafaxine. On the 17th, my doctor switched my medication to Lofepramine due to ...
Dr. Peng Liyun Reply:
Hello, the half-life of Lofepramine is approximately 11 hours, and the side effects of the medication typically resolve within two days. The situation you described should still consider the possibility of withdrawal symptoms or drug interactions. It is recommended that you consu...[Read More] Managing Side Effects of Lofepramine: When to Stop Medication?
Managing Panic Disorder: Why Am I Still Struggling with Breathing?
Still feeling unwell despite taking medication? Hello Doctor, I was diagnosed with panic disorder several years ago and took medication for about six months before I started to feel better. Since then, I've been taking it intermittently. Before going out, driving, or when I ...
Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
Hello, online friend: It seems that the main medication currently is Lede, which takes about 2 to 4 weeks to take effect. It is recommended to continue taking the medication as prescribed by your doctor during this time. The side effects of these medications are manageable, so th...[Read More] Managing Panic Disorder: Why Am I Still Struggling with Breathing?
Could My Symptoms Indicate Autonomic Nervous System Dysfunction?
Do these symptoms resemble autonomic nervous system dysfunction? Hello, doctor: I would like to ask about my symptoms. When I experience stress, emotions, or tension, I feel an uncomfortable sensation in my chest, but I cannot describe it well. It feels like something is being st...
Dr. Wang Yaoting Reply:
Hello: It is generally recommended to first conduct a routine examination for symptoms of discomfort (such as chest tightness and bloating). If most results are normal or only show minor abnormalities that cannot explain the physical discomfort, it may indicate autonomic nervous ...[Read More] Could My Symptoms Indicate Autonomic Nervous System Dysfunction?
Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Disorders: Is Occasional Relapse Normal?
Autonomic nervous system dysfunction Hello, doctor. I previously had issues with autonomic nervous system dysregulation and have sought medical treatment, but I still experience occasional flare-ups. Is this considered normal? When I feel anxious, I also experience hiccups and bl...
Dr. Wang Yaoting Reply:
Hello: The autonomic nervous system includes the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems, which can become overactive or lose their rhythm due to stress or physical factors, leading to various physical symptoms such as chest tightness, shortness of breath, palpitations, g...[Read More] Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Disorders: Is Occasional Relapse Normal?
Managing Anxiety and Medication: Understanding the Risks of Xanax Use
The use of Zanaflex? I visited a cardiologist due to discomfort in my heart and was diagnosed with mitral valve prolapse and autonomic nervous system dysfunction. I often experience rapid heart rates, and the doctor mentioned that my stress levels are too high. Subsequently, the ...
Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
Hello, netizen: Indeed, Xanax is a short-term solution and not a cure, and it is not advisable to take it daily for an extended period. Academic pressure can be quite distressing, but it is something we must face. I wonder if the counseling teacher has taught any relaxation techn...[Read More] Managing Anxiety and Medication: Understanding the Risks of Xanax Use
Understanding Fatigue, Acid Reflux, and Neck Pain: A Mental Health Perspective
Fatigue, acid reflux, neck and shoulder pain? Hello, doctor. Recently, I have been experiencing intermittent acid reflux, and I feel pain in my shoulders and neck after looking at the computer or phone for a long time. Sometimes, I also have unexplained fatigue, and watching stim...
Dr. Wang Yaoting Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, you may be experiencing symptoms of "autonomic nervous system dysfunction." The autonomic nervous system includes the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems, which can become overactive or lose their rhythm due to stress or phy...[Read More] Understanding Fatigue, Acid Reflux, and Neck Pain: A Mental Health Perspective
Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Disorders and Medication Concerns
Issues with medications for autonomic nervous system disorders? Hello Dr. Lin, I have been experiencing eye fatigue for the past two months. After consulting several different ophthalmologists, my fatigue has improved, but I still often feel tightness in my forehead and eyelids,...
Dr. Lin Mianzhang Reply:
Hello Jerry: Benzodiazepines (BZD) are only intended for adjunctive use to help alleviate symptoms of anxiety and tension. If your condition has improved, you may consider tapering the medication or even discontinuing it altogether, as there is no need for continued use. Since yo...[Read More] Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Disorders and Medication Concerns
Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Disorders After Infection
Autonomic nervous system dysfunction Hello Doctor: I was infected with Mycoplasma last year, and after treatment, I have been experiencing persistent discomfort in my heart. I went to a cardiology clinic for an echocardiogram, which revealed "mitral valve prolapse and autono...
Dr. Lin Mianzhang Reply:
Hello, Bai: Thank you for your hard work! These symptoms must be quite troubling for you. The symptoms you've been experiencing since September of last year are quite broad, involving the head, throat, heart, stomach, and urinary system, which likely indicate what is known a...[Read More] Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Disorders After Infection
Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Disorders: Symptoms and Solutions
Autonomic nervous system dysfunction Hello, doctor. Recently, I have been feeling fatigued, sometimes I want to sleep but can't, and I occasionally experience shortness of breath, palpitations, dizziness, and occasional muscle cramps. Could this be autonomic nervous system d...
Dr. Lin Mianzhang Reply:
Hello Ming: Autonomic nervous system dysfunction is actually a broad term. Since the autonomic nervous system regulates functions such as breathing, heart rate, blood pressure, gastrointestinal activity, and sweating, any abnormalities in these functions can be referred to as aut...[Read More] Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Disorders: Symptoms and Solutions
Managing Palpitations After Steroid Use: Insights and Recommendations
Palpitations after taking steroids? Hello, Doctor. I am very fortunate to have read your article while suffering from a persistent cough. Since January 3rd, I have been experiencing a cough due to pharyngitis for almost two months. During this time, I have visited five clinics, s...
Dr. Liao Dinglie Reply:
Hello, user: Prescribing Eispan (Fludiazepam) 0.25 mg is considered a low dose and is very appropriate for autonomic nervous system disorders. Your condition, due to a prolonged cough, requires short-term use of corticosteroids to adjust your immune status. Gastrointestinal disco...[Read More] Managing Palpitations After Steroid Use: Insights and Recommendations
Understanding the Connection Between Mental Health and Physical Discomfort
Physical and mental discomfort? Sometimes I feel discomfort in my chest when I have a lot on my mind. However, I have allergic rhinitis, so I'm unsure if it's a physical issue or a psychological one. Sometimes my emotions affect me, leading to self-talk that causes ches...
Dr. Wang Yaoting Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, if your physical discomfort is influenced by emotions, it may be due to anxiety causing autonomic nervous system dysregulation. I suggest discussing this with your current physician to see if there are any adjustments that can be made to your med...[Read More] Understanding the Connection Between Mental Health and Physical Discomfort
Understanding Breathlessness: Anxiety and Its Impact on Your Health
Shortness of breath? Hello, I would like to seek professional advice. I am very worried as a mother of two children. On December 12, I accidentally fell and fractured my coccyx. Could this pain trigger autonomic nervous system dysfunction? I have sought medical attention and have...
Dr. Lin Mianzhang Reply:
Hello, Lami: I would like to know when, where, and under what circumstances you fell and injured your coccyx. Besides the fracture of the coccyx, do you have any other bodily injuries? Since your discomfort symptoms clearly began after this incident, it is possible that the exper...[Read More] Understanding Breathlessness: Anxiety and Its Impact on Your Health
Blurred Vision After Medication: Recovery Timeline and Insights
Medication Consultation / Blurred Vision Hello, I was recently prescribed Deanxit by my family medicine physician due to suspected autonomic nervous system dysfunction. I took the medication for about 8 weeks. While my original symptoms were mild and stable, I experienced numerou...
Dr. Wang Zhenyang Reply:
Dear Ms. Mila, The medication "De An Xu" consists of two active ingredients: Flupentixol, an antipsychotic, and Melitracen, an antidepressant. The half-life of Flupentixol after administration is approximately 35 hours, while Melitracen has a half-life of about 19 hour...[Read More] Blurred Vision After Medication: Recovery Timeline and Insights
Overcoming OCD: Managing Cleanliness Standards and Anxiety in Daily Life
I have obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) with a focus on cleanliness. I have questions regarding improvement and standards of cleanliness? Hello, Doctor. I am currently a university student. I started experiencing obsessive cleanliness behaviors since the first year of junior h...
Dr. Huang Xiaoxian Reply:
Dear Oda, based on your description, it seems that your standards for cleanliness are higher than average, and your anxiety levels are quite elevated. I wonder if you've ever felt that your fear of dirt is unreasonable but difficult to control? If this may be related to obse...[Read More] Overcoming OCD: Managing Cleanliness Standards and Anxiety in Daily Life