Understanding Neurofibromas: Do You Need a Brain Scan?
Neurofibroma I am very fortunate that the neurofibroma has not developed on my face. Two years ago, my doctor arranged for an MRI, and the result was described as a "Christmas tree." Since then, I haven't paid much attention to this issue due to work. I have heard ...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: Neurofibromatosis (NF) is a multi-organ system disorder. NF is classified into two types, NF1 and NF2, and is a hereditary condition that can lead to the formation of tumors in the nervous system, most of which are benign. It can also affect the development of non-nervous ...[Read More] Understanding Neurofibromas: Do You Need a Brain Scan?
Will My 4cm Arachnoid Cyst Disappear Naturally? Expert Insights
Arachnoid cyst Hello! I have a 4 cm arachnoid cyst in my brain. I would like to know if it will disappear on its own. Thank you!
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
An arachnoid cyst is primarily a congenital abnormality that occurs during the developmental process, with a small number resulting from trauma, hemorrhage, or tumors. You can imagine it as a small fluid-filled sac in the brain. 2. If an arachnoid cyst is asymptomatic, surgical...[Read More] Will My 4cm Arachnoid Cyst Disappear Naturally? Expert Insights
Is It Normal to Feel Pain After a Forehead Injury from a Falling Object?
Hit in the forehead by a small stone? Three days ago, I was hit on the right side of my forehead near the hairline by a small stone that fell from above. However, there has been no swelling or bruising, and no bleeding in the past few days. Currently, I only feel a heaviness in t...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
If you continue to experience headaches and dizziness, it is recommended to schedule an appointment with a neurosurgeon for evaluation.[Read More] Is It Normal to Feel Pain After a Forehead Injury from a Falling Object?
Understanding Post-Concussion Syndrome and Its Link to Brain Cysts
Post-Concussion Syndrome Hello Doctor: I was involved in a motorcycle accident where I sustained a head impact. I was wearing a helmet, and there were no external injuries to my head, nor did I lose consciousness. Upon examination at the hospital, there were no signs of a concuss...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Cysts are usually congenital, but I cannot confirm this without seeing a CT scan![Read More] Understanding Post-Concussion Syndrome and Its Link to Brain Cysts
Is Cingulate Gyrus Ablation a Viable Treatment for Severe OCD?
I would like to ask if cingulate gyrus ablation for treating severe obsessive-compulsive disorder is currently very complicated? Hello Doctor: I am a severe patient suffering from obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and anxiety disorder, and I have been on psychiatric medication ...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
I apologize, but this is not my area of specialization, and I am unable to answer your question.[Read More] Is Cingulate Gyrus Ablation a Viable Treatment for Severe OCD?
Post-Surgery Challenges: Managing Weakness, Appetite Loss, and Fatigue After Brain Tumor Removal
After brain tumor surgery, there are symptoms of mental fatigue, loss of appetite, and weakness? Hello Doctor: My mother is fifty-seven years old and has a 4 cm brain tumor in her left hemisphere. She underwent surgery on July 27, and the procedure successfully removed the tumor....
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Your question is difficult to answer without information on the location of the brain tumor, the preoperative condition, and the details of the surgery. It's challenging to provide a response without this information![Read More] Post-Surgery Challenges: Managing Weakness, Appetite Loss, and Fatigue After Brain Tumor Removal
Understanding Arachnoid Cysts: Concerns and Management for Patients
Arachnoid cyst Hello! I have a 4 x 2.5 x 2.9 cm arachnoid cyst in my left hemisphere. The neurosurgeon said many people have them, that it's not a disease, it won't enlarge, and that surgery is not necessary. However, I am somewhat worried since it is located in the bra...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Yes, arachnoid cysts are common and typically do not require treatment![Read More] Understanding Arachnoid Cysts: Concerns and Management for Patients
Understanding Post-Surgery Recovery: What to Expect After Neurological Trauma
Will the current condition improve after the surgery? Dr. Chang, I am really worried about my brother's condition. He is three years old and had a fever that led to polio; he could still walk with crutches. On the morning of the sixth day of the Lunar New Year, he was going ...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
The situation is complex, and without clinical examinations and CT scan images, it is really difficult to answer your question. I recommend consulting at an outpatient clinic![Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Recovery: What to Expect After Neurological Trauma
Post-Surgery Recovery: Understanding Speech Loss and Memory Issues After Brain Injury
In Malaysia, a patient suffered a fall that injured the back of the head. After surgery, the patient is able to move but is unable to speak? Hello, doctor. I have a friend who is 77 years old. He fell and injured the back of his head in Malaysia on July 2nd and is still in the in...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Yes, the above are common after brain injury surgery![Read More] Post-Surgery Recovery: Understanding Speech Loss and Memory Issues After Brain Injury
Motorcycle Accident: Understanding Head Injuries and Their Risks
Motorcycle and passenger car accident? A 56-year-old frail female motorcyclist was riding at approximately 30 mph when she collided with the left door of a vehicle traveling straight at a speed of about 30 to 40 mph. The female rider was wearing a helmet at the time of the impact...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Both traumatic brain hemorrhage and chronic brain hemorrhage can be detected through a computed tomography (CT) scan of the brain.[Read More] Motorcycle Accident: Understanding Head Injuries and Their Risks
Understanding Coma After Car Accidents: Recovery Chances and Support
Coma caused by a car accident? On the evening of June 2nd, my boyfriend was crossing the street when he was suddenly hit by a car that ran a red light. That night, he was taken to Wan Fang Hospital for brain surgery to remove a blood clot. The main impact was on the upper left si...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Insufficient information provided, unable to offer an online response![Read More] Understanding Coma After Car Accidents: Recovery Chances and Support
Understanding Brain Injury Recovery: Key Questions and Treatment Options
Inquire about issues related to brain injury? Hello Doctor: Six days ago, I was involved in a car accident on my way to work and was sent to the hospital with a Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) score of 8. A CT scan revealed intracranial hemorrhage, and while my intracranial pressure is ...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
1. It could be diffuse axonal injury, and the likelihood of waking up is uncertain; there is a possibility of not waking up at all! 2. There is no medical evidence supporting the clinical efficacy of hyperbaric oxygen therapy! 3. Essentially, we can only wait and should avoid inc...[Read More] Understanding Brain Injury Recovery: Key Questions and Treatment Options
Post-Surgery Treatment for Brain Tumor: Addressing Memory and Mobility Issues
Treatment for postoperative complications following brain tumor surgery? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask about my mother, who is 60 years old. She has experienced memory and judgment decline and was diagnosed with a 6 cm benign brain tumor in the left hemisphere. After surgery,...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
It is recommended to transfer to the rehabilitation department for further treatment, as acupuncture therapy has shown good results![Read More] Post-Surgery Treatment for Brain Tumor: Addressing Memory and Mobility Issues
Understanding Intracranial Hemorrhage: Treatment and Recovery Insights
Intracranial hemorrhage I apologize for the inquiry. My father is 60 years old and is undergoing dialysis. After he fell and hit his head, a CT scan of his brain revealed intracranial hemorrhage. Due to his dialysis treatment, the doctors advised against surgical intervention and...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
The issue is complex, and without a CT scan and examination reports, it cannot be answered![Read More] Understanding Intracranial Hemorrhage: Treatment and Recovery Insights
Post-Surgery Complications: Understanding Hematoma Absorption After Craniopharyngioma Surgery
Post-operative hemorrhage from craniopharyngioma leading to hematoma formation? Hello Doctor, my mother (55 years old) underwent surgery for a craniopharyngioma on May 23. After the surgery, she was somewhat conscious and could move her limbs. However, a few hours later, the doct...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Without clinical examinations and reports, it is not possible to answer such complex questions online![Read More] Post-Surgery Complications: Understanding Hematoma Absorption After Craniopharyngioma Surgery
Managing Discrepancies in Brain Tumor Diagnosis: A Clinical Perspective
Brain tumor recurrence If a physician undergoes an MRI examination and suspects a brain tumor, but the report contradicts this diagnosis, and the physician's basic motor function tests are normal, it raises a complex situation. The physician may find it puzzling that there a...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Ask a few more doctors![Read More] Managing Discrepancies in Brain Tumor Diagnosis: A Clinical Perspective
Understanding Intracranial Hemorrhage and Fractures After a Motorcycle Accident
Intracranial hemorrhage, fracture? Doctor, I'm sorry. My brother just had a motorcycle accident and went to the hospital for examination. The doctor said he has intracranial bleeding and some fractures, and it seems he also has a concussion. His symptoms include vomiting and...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
A brain hemorrhage is considered serious. The information you provided is too limited, so I recommend discussing your brother's condition in person with his attending physician![Read More] Understanding Intracranial Hemorrhage and Fractures After a Motorcycle Accident
Persistent Head Pain Two Months After Car Accident: What to Do?
Head injury from a car accident, still swollen and painful after two months? Hello, I was in a car accident in early March in mainland China, where I experienced a 90-degree impact with the ground. I sustained a laceration on the upper right side of my head and do not remember ho...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Please schedule an appointment for a neurosurgery outpatient examination![Read More] Persistent Head Pain Two Months After Car Accident: What to Do?
Post-Brain Surgery: Solutions for Sleep Issues After One Month
Brain surgery After brain surgery, it's been a month since she woke up. She hasn't been able to sleep much. Is there a way for the doctor to help her sleep? Everyone is feeling exhausted and unable to care for her in this condition.
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Please make an appointment with a psychosomatic or psychiatric outpatient clinic for assistance from a physician![Read More] Post-Brain Surgery: Solutions for Sleep Issues After One Month
Managing Sexual Health Concerns After Brain Aneurysm Surgery
Could you please provide more context or specify what aspects of physiological needs you would like to know about? Hello, I have a cerebral arteriovenous malformation (AVM) and I underwent Gamma Knife surgery nearly three years ago, but I still haven't fully recovered. The i...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
You are discussing an extreme case; experiencing a climax does not necessarily lead to a rupture of blood vessels. Additionally, you may want to discuss with your neurosurgeon whether arteriovenous malformations can heal.[Read More] Managing Sexual Health Concerns After Brain Aneurysm Surgery