Neurology, Rare Disease FAQ - Page 2

excuse me? Hello Dr. Chen, I would like to inquire about medullary paralysis, which is also referred to as "bulbar paralysis" (a term used in mainland China). I am wondering if there have been any successful treatment cases in Taiwan. I have a relative from mainland Ch...

Motor neuron disease? Hello: Dingxiang is your Chang Gung patient. Currently residing in Australia. I would like to inquire if there are any new drugs or methods available for treating this condition (muscle atrophy and progressive muscular atrophy).

Amyot Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and Lou Gehrig's disease refer to the same condition. ALS is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects motor neurons in the brain and spinal cord, leading to muscle weakness, atrophy, and eventually paralysis. The term &qu...

I suspect that I have mad cow disease (Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease)? Two weeks ago, after having Japanese barbecue with my girlfriend, I have experienced headaches for a whole week, along with temporary memory loss, where I forget what I did earlier in the day without any recollect...

Rare Disease Consultation Hello, doctor: I have a friend who is experiencing discomfort in the shoulder and neck, occasional dizziness, and skin issues. They are considering visiting Linkou Chang Gung Memorial Hospital. Could you please recommend which specialist would be best to...

How to choose??? Hello Doctor: I have a friend who has osteogenesis imperfecta (brittle bone disease) and is experiencing dizziness and skin issues. They are considering visiting Chang Gung Memorial Hospital in Linkou. Could you please recommend which specialist would be best to ...

Unknown etiology A student is currently hospitalized elsewhere, but the cause of their illness remains undetermined. The symptoms are generally as follows: 1. Incoherent expression (repetitive, non-fluent, but with intact comprehension; sentences are fragmented and mixed with o...

What should I do if my child at home has not started to speak yet? Our child is one year and five months old and has not yet started to talk (not even saying "mom" or "dad"). What should we do? If we need to take them to see a doctor, which specialty should we...

Muscle strength is often difficult to achieve and requires brain control? Currently diagnosed conditions include: 1. Right chest depression, 2. Flat feet, 3. Knee deformity (the physician noted that one leg appears X-shaped while the two legs cannot be aligned like an O shape). I...

Systemic electric shock-like pain? Symptoms: Hello, I experience a tingling, electric shock sensation and a crawling pain in my limbs and back when exposed to higher temperatures or during times of stress. I have been hospitalized multiple times for tests, including blood tests, ...

Inquire about the patient's condition? Dear Dr. Chen, I hope this message finds you well. My wife has been suffering from a persistent illness for the past few years, and we are unsure of how to approach her treatment. I would like to seek your advice on this matter. My wi...

Bloodletting My friend has a congenital intellectual disability. However, he has a condition that causes him to experience intermittent seizures, but they are brief and resolve quickly. What treatment options are available for this condition? Additionally, what methods can help r...

I experience soreness in my thigh muscles when leaning backward at a certain angle? Hello Dr. Chen: When I stand and lean back about 30 degrees, I experience soreness from my right hip down to my knee. This has been going on for almost six months, and it seems to be getting more ...

Mitochondrial diseases Hello Dr. Hou, I would like to ask if mitochondrial diseases can always be detected through testing. My daughter underwent clinical observation in neurology and a DNA test, which revealed abnormalities in her DNA, but it could not be definitively diagnosed,...

Suspected Fabry disease? I experience intermittent electric shock-like tingling sensations throughout my body (in my back and limbs, including my ankles). I have noticed that these sensations occur when I feel like I need to sweat, when I am anxious, or when I need to have a bowe...

Issues related to epilepsy? Hello, Dr. Yeh! I am a patient with mild epilepsy. I used to take medication for over two years, but since I haven't had any seizures afterward, I stopped taking the medication on my own. I know this is wrong, and I will return for a check-up soon...

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Hello Dr. Chen: I have a question I would like to ask you. Is amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) a rare disease? Is there a treatment for it? I have heard that this disease progressively worsens; is that true? Does it lead to the atrophy of al...

Childhood Mental Disorders Wei-Wei is currently 10 years old. Since childhood, she has been diligent in her tasks, focused in her studies, and has performed well academically with no behavioral issues. However, starting in the fourth grade, her grades began to decline. Her backpa...

Cranium My aunt is in her 50s. Last year, it was discovered that a small area in the center of her skull had become soft. However, the hospital was unable to determine the cause, and the area continues to expand. What could be the reason, and which specialty should she consult?

Please let me know what specific medical issue or concern you would like me to assist you with? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask a question. Since high school, I have experienced a strange phenomenon where my left side sometimes suddenly becomes stiff, and I involuntarily clench...