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Disc herniation Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask you something. I have been diagnosed with lumbar disc herniation, and this is my second episode. During the first episode, I underwent rehabilitation for about two months and experienced no discomfort afterward. However, this tim...

Muscles are tight and painful? I have the following situation: I can walk normally and go up and down stairs, but for the past two weeks, whenever I squat down, I am unable to stand up directly afterward. I feel tightness and pain in the muscles and tendons at the back of my righ...

Shoulder and neck pain? Hello, I have been experiencing pain in my left shoulder and neck for 4-5 years. I have consulted many doctors, but the cause of my pain has not been identified, and I have not received effective treatment. I have seen an orthopedic specialist (who said th...

Lower back pain In recent days, I have been experiencing frequent soreness in my lower back, particularly in the lumbar region. Even small daily activities, such as brushing my teeth, washing my face, or showering, cause pain whenever I bend slightly. Applying a medicated patch h...

Left shoulder pain? I have recently been experiencing sharp pain in my left shoulder, accompanied by numbness. The pain worsens when I bend backward, and it wakes me up at night. What could be the issue?

Knee pain I have been experiencing continuous pain on the outer side of my right knee for a week. When I wake up in the morning, I cannot fully straighten my leg, and if I try to walk, I feel sharp pain in the back of my knee. Sometimes, the muscles around my knee and in my thigh...

Lower back muscle pain? Hello, doctor! This morning, while preparing to exercise, I suddenly experienced severe pain in the lower left side of my back, to the point where I could barely walk on my left leg. Following that, my entire lower back felt uncomfortable. How should I han...

Heat stroke On May 9th, it was particularly hot and humid, with outdoor temperatures around 33 degrees Celsius. While driving at 3 PM, I felt drowsy. In the past, I would sweat profusely at around 32 degrees, but that day was unusual as I couldn't sweat at all. I had someone...

Consultation regarding medical condition? Hello, I regularly exercise, specifically using weightlifting equipment at the gym. I'm not sure if my injuries are related to my workouts, but I've been experiencing a tight sensation in my neck and a painful feeling in the ner...

Confusing plantar fasciitis? Hello Doctor: For the past decade or so, I have been accustomed to walking barefoot in muddy areas (not on concrete). A week before the Lunar New Year, I wore leather shoes, which led to pain in the joints of my big toes. After that, I switched back t...

Neuropathic pain? My mom said she inexplicably developed shingles, with pain radiating from the left back of her neck to her lower back. She has seen a dermatologist and has been taking medication for 7 days, but she is afraid to continue taking the medication. Now it seems the p...

Is surgery avoidable? My uncle is a laborer who often experiences back pain. He once visited an orthopedic doctor who diagnosed him with grade I spondylolisthesis and recommended surgery. However, he is afraid and does not want to undergo surgery. Are there options for rehabilita...

Dull pain I've been experiencing sharp pain just above the back of my right thigh while walking in the early mornings. It's so intense that I can barely continue walking. When I drive and press the accelerator, my right leg feels very heavy. I noticed some bruising when...

Numbness and swelling in the hands and feet? When the weather is hot, my fingers and the thighs of my legs swell and feel very uncomfortable. Whether I am standing or sitting, sometimes my feet even swell to the point of numbness. Could this be poor circulation? How can I resolve...

Lower back pain I have been experiencing lower back pain for several days. I initially thought it was caused by a cold and consulted an internal medicine doctor. However, after the pain medication wore off, the pain returned to the point where I can't sleep. I would like to ...

Woke up with neck stiffness? I woke up this morning and found that I couldn't move my neck, and the area is also painful. What should I do? This happens to me frequently; how should I seek medical attention?

Shoulder blade pain? I often experience pain in my scapula that prevents me from sleeping or doing tasks, and it feels like there is a soft cartilage protrusion. What should I do when I have pain in my scapula? Please advise! Thank you!

Ankylosing Spondylitis I often have trouble getting out of bed in the early morning. Initially, I thought it might be due to the cold weather, and then I considered that playing basketball too vigorously might have caused stiffness in my lower back and spine. Recently, I was diag...

Developmental delay My son experienced developmental delays and at the age of 2, he was still babbling and not speaking. I have made great efforts to take him for speech therapy and sensory integration therapy. Over the past three years, while his verbal expression is still not o...

Lower back pain? If you suddenly experience a sharp pain in your lower back while lifting something and find it difficult to stand up straight, here are some steps you can take to help yourself stand up: 1. **Stay Calm**: Take a moment to breathe deeply and try to relax your bod...