Brain, Surgery FAQ - Page 26

Cranial atrophy and depression? After a car accident, due to intracranial hemorrhage, the skull was removed and placed in the hospital for six months before being reattached. A year after the reattachment, it led to skull atrophy and depression. What could be the cause of this? I...

Face shape Hello, my face shape has an uneven jawline, and my eyes are also asymmetrical. My nose and mouth are all tilted to one side. I am very troubled by this. I wonder if undergoing jaw surgery or bone reduction could solve my problem. Which hospital should I look for, and w...

Brain tumor Recently, I went for an examination due to a missed menstrual cycle and discovered abnormal pituitary function. Further tests diagnosed a pituitary adenoma, but after surgery, the specimen was found to be a malignant germ cell tumor. Question: What is the relevant i...

Prolactin-secreting tumor My wife discovered a tumor about five years ago after her menstrual period did not return and her breast milk did not subside following childbirth. After taking medication, she experienced various discomforts, including headaches and nausea. Approximatel...

Intracranial lipoma Hello, recently a family member underwent a health check and was found to have an intracranial lipoma. Over the past year, they have experienced symptoms such as dizziness and headaches, which have become severe enough to require a week-long hospitalization. T...

Brain tumor Dear Doctor, My father is 53 years old and has been diagnosed with a brain tumor for nearly a year. Since the diagnosis, the tumor has not grown, but the cerebral edema has worsened. His symptoms primarily include headaches, pulsatile tinnitus, tinnitus, unsteady gai...

Interventional therapy Dr. Ding, my mother suddenly suffered a cerebral hemorrhage while traveling in mainland China on December 8. She was diagnosed with a hemorrhage due to a cerebral artery aneurysm. After undergoing minimally invasive interventional surgery, she regained cons...

Brain issues Hello… In the past two to three weeks, I have experienced pain when lightly pressing on my scalp while washing my hair (specifically on the top of my head). I would like to know if this is related to the scalp or if it could be a brain issue. A few months ago, I also...

Intracranial hemorrhage Hello Dr. Shao: My friend had a motorcycle accident on December 4, 2003, resulting in an intracranial hemorrhage (ICH). He underwent a craniotomy the next day, and a piece of his skull was preserved in cold storage. He had an endotracheal tube and a nasoga...

Ventricular tumor Hello Doctor, I would like to ask you a question. My girlfriend underwent surgery to remove a ventricular tumor at Linkou Chang Gung Memorial Hospital in July, and it has been four months since then. In the first two months, her recovery was quite good, but in...

Head injury? Hello, doctor: My girlfriend was injured on her head by her father after drinking (domestic violence). As a result, there is a dent in her skull, and she is experiencing pain, dizziness, and some nausea. Should I take her to see a neurosurgeon or a neurologist? Thank...

Ventricular drainage catheter Hello: My girlfriend has recently undergone surgery for a ventricular tumor, and the doctor mentioned the need for a ventricular drainage catheter. I would like to ask: 1. What precautions should be taken after the placement of the ventricular draina...

Gas poisoning? The gas stove was accidentally turned off, and I didn't realize it until half an hour later when I noticed a strong gas smell throughout the entire house. I quickly turned it off, and it took about half an hour for the smell to dissipate. Besides feeling short...

Head injury? As an active person who frequently experiences head impacts leading to multiple concussions, you may be concerned about potential cognitive decline. Each concussion can indeed result in some degree of brain cell damage, and repeated concussions may increase the risk ...

Will aneurysms be inherited? Dear Dr. Hong, I apologize for taking up your valuable time, but I have a question I would like to ask you. My mother suffered a brain hemorrhage two years ago due to a ruptured aneurysm. Fortunately, she survived and has not experienced any impact o...

excuse me? A few nights ago, my dad hit his head... When he got up, he couldn't remember many things. He forgot what month and day it is this year, and he kept asking where my mom and sister are, and what the date is. He also looked quite tired... However, after letting him ...

Muscle cramp In the past year, I have frequently experienced muscle cramps in my arm that are not painful but feel uncomfortable. My blood pressure ranges between 85 and 140. I would like to consult a physician about the possible causes. Thank you.

Regarding headaches? We all know that the brain itself does not have pain receptors, so how does a headache occur, and where does the pain originate?

Is there a chance for visual field loss to improve? Two years ago, I underwent surgery due to a brain hemorrhage, and I have had left-sided hemianopia since then. Is there a chance that this condition can improve? The doctor mentioned that my issue was caused by an arteriovenous ...

Cerebral edema Cerebral edema is a condition characterized by the accumulation of excess fluid in the brain, leading to increased intracranial pressure. It can be caused by various factors, including traumatic brain injury, stroke, infections, tumors, or metabolic imbalances. Sym...