Seeking Treatment for Finger Injury: Expert Advice Needed in Kaohsiung
Please advise on how to treat the condition (forwarded from the Director's mailbox)? Dear Director Yang, Thank you. I am a member of the public, and I have sustained an injury to my finger, resulting in a loss of tissue at the fingertip. I reside in Kaohsiung City, and I wo...
Dr. Shi Wenbin Reply:
Hello, online user: Regarding the method of cell regeneration you mentioned, there have not been any published results by physicians in the country as of now. To my knowledge, a technique involving bone lengthening combined with flap coverage can be used to extend fingers. I have...[Read More] Seeking Treatment for Finger Injury: Expert Advice Needed in Kaohsiung
Understanding Finger Joint Pain: Is It Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Finger joint pain may suggest carpal tunnel syndrome? Hello Doctor: Due to my profession, I have been typing for a long time, and about three years ago, I started experiencing pain in the finger joints. All ten fingers hurt, with the little finger being particularly severe. Durin...
Dr. Zhang Yuanyi Reply:
Dear Bruce, Carpal tunnel syndrome commonly presents with numbness in the thumb, index finger, middle finger, and the medial side of the ring finger, and is less frequently associated with joint pain. Joint pain may sometimes occur due to overuse leading to cartilage wear. In yo...[Read More] Understanding Finger Joint Pain: Is It Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Understanding Swelling and Bruising After a Car Accident Injury
Swelling of the knee and lower leg due to a car accident? Hello Dr. Huang, my mother was in a car accident this year, and her left calf was forcefully struck by a car tire, resulting in severe contusions. She was examined at the hospital (X-ray imaging), and there were no fractur...
Dr. Huang Junxiong Reply:
Hello: This is usually due to a tear in the subcutaneous or muscular layers, resulting in damage to blood vessels or lymphatic vessels. Simple aspiration may not guarantee resolution of this issue; therefore, if there is repeated accumulation of a large volume of fluid, surgical ...[Read More] Understanding Swelling and Bruising After a Car Accident Injury
Understanding Shoulder Pain and Numbness: When to Seek Medical Help
Shoulder pain and numbness in the back? Hello Doctor: I have to stand for long periods and lift heavy objects at work. Every day, I experience numbness on both sides of my back near the spine, which has persisted for over a year. It is very distressing, and sometimes even the tip...
Dr. Zheng Zhong Reply:
Hello, please schedule an appointment with Dr. Zheng Zhong in the neurosurgery department. The clinic hours are Monday afternoons and Wednesday mornings. Wishing you well.[Read More] Understanding Shoulder Pain and Numbness: When to Seek Medical Help
Understanding Post-Surgery Pain and Potential Complications After Finger Reattachment
I'm sorry, but I need content to translate? Hello Doctor, I apologize for bothering you again with this question, as I asked you a few days ago and perhaps you were too busy to notice it. I am having difficulty understanding your previous response. My question is: My friend ...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
At the injection site of anesthetic drugs, it is generally expected that the anesthetic will be completely absorbed within 1-3 days without any symptoms. If the injection site continues to be red, swollen, warm, and painful, it may indicate a bacterial infection at the injection ...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Pain and Potential Complications After Finger Reattachment
Understanding Post-Anesthesia Pain and Swelling After Finger Reattachment Surgery
I would like to ask the doctor, the area where the anesthesia was administered is swollen and painful? Hello Doctor, a couple of days ago I asked you a question. My original message was about a friend of mine who had three fingers severed at work about ten days ago. After surgery...
Dr. Zhou Hongzhang Reply:
1. The inability to flex the thumb properly and apply force years after an injury may be due to: (1) the tendon cannot be reattached as described, (2) scar tissue contraction, (3) adhesive capsulitis of the joint, or (4) adhesion of ligaments and tendons. 2. Given that several ...[Read More] Understanding Post-Anesthesia Pain and Swelling After Finger Reattachment Surgery
Understanding Thumb Stiffness and Numbness: Possible Causes and Insights
Occasional numbness and frequent stiffness in the thumb? Hello, Director Zheng: I have a few questions for you. A friend of mine has been experiencing stiffness in the left thumb and occasional numbness for the past three months. What condition could this be? Also, could you plea...
Dr. Zheng Zhong Reply:
Numbness and stiffness in the fingers may be indicative of peripheral neuropathy or central nervous system disorders. A detailed medical history, symptom assessment, neurological examination, imaging studies, and nerve function tests are necessary to establish a definitive diagno...[Read More] Understanding Thumb Stiffness and Numbness: Possible Causes and Insights
Understanding Lumbar Burst Fractures and Nerve Injury Management
Lumbar vertebra burst fracture with spinal nerve injury? Hello Doctor: 1. I underwent lumbar spine surgery approximately ten years ago, during which I had a total of three to four surgeries. Recently, I have been experiencing lower back pain, leg numbness, and a burning sensati...
Dr. Zhang Yuanyi Reply:
Dear Jack, After surgery for lumbar nerve compression, it is common for some neurological symptoms to persist. This is because the relief of nerve compression does not always guarantee a return to original function. Currently, there are no specific treatment options available, a...[Read More] Understanding Lumbar Burst Fractures and Nerve Injury Management
Understanding Post-Surgery Recovery After Traditional Hemorrhoidectomy
Traditional hemorrhoid surgery involves the excision of both internal and external hemorrhoids? Hello Dr. Ke, I underwent traditional internal and external hemorrhoidectomy at Taipei Medical University on May 18 of this year, using a self-paid ultrasonic scalpel. Initially, my r...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Hello: First, let me clarify that the surgical approach of ultrasound knife surgery is similar to that of traditional scalpel surgery; the main difference lies in the use of an ultrasound knife for cutting, while a traditional scalpel is used in conventional surgery. The advantag...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Recovery After Traditional Hemorrhoidectomy
Understanding Nerve Pain: When to Seek Specialized Care
Sour pain Hello, Doctor: I am an office worker who spends most of the day sitting at a computer and rarely exercises. My condition is that when I lie down to sleep, the front of my left thigh becomes sore to the point that I have trouble sleeping, but it feels fine during the day...
Dr. Qiu Yushu Reply:
Hello: Please visit the neurology department for examination. Best wishes, Dr. Yu-Shu Chiu.[Read More] Understanding Nerve Pain: When to Seek Specialized Care
Understanding Numbness in the Pinky: Is It Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Numbness in the hands? The left little finger has been experiencing a tingling sensation for nearly six months without improvement. Could this be a case of ulnar nerve entrapment syndrome? (I usually spend long hours on the computer.) If it is indeed the case, is there an immedia...
Dr. Qiu Yushu Reply:
Pinky finger numbness is not carpal tunnel syndrome (numbness in the first three fingers is indicative of that). You can arrange for an electrodiagnostic study at the neurology outpatient clinic. Best wishes, Dr. Yu-Shu Chiu.[Read More] Understanding Numbness in the Pinky: Is It Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Dealing with Metal Splinters and Burns: When to Seek Medical Help
Injured by a metal shard for a long time and suffered a burn? I often get metal shavings stuck in my fingers while working in a factory. Some of them are too small to remove, while others I have managed to pull out. I have applied a lot of over-the-counter ointments, but I have n...
Dr. Zhang Jinlong Reply:
Hello: Please visit the surgical outpatient clinic for further examination based on the condition of your wound (e.g., X-rays...) and treatment. Thank you for your message![Read More] Dealing with Metal Splinters and Burns: When to Seek Medical Help
Understanding Finger Stiffness and Pain: Possible Causes and Solutions
Finger stiffness and pain inquiry? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about my fingers. Initially, when I wake up in the morning, they feel stiff. After two weeks, the stiffness turned into pain, particularly around the nails and the first joint of my fingers. However, once I move...
Dr. Zhang Yuanyi Reply:
Hello, sometimes the sensation of stiffness in the hands may be related to cervical spine issues. Carpal tunnel syndrome commonly presents with numbness in the fingers or palm, and may occasionally extend to the forearm, but it is rare to manifest as localized joint tenderness. I...[Read More] Understanding Finger Stiffness and Pain: Possible Causes and Solutions
Understanding Unconscious Responses After Brain Hemorrhage: A Patient's Journey
A brain hemorrhage may result in the eyes being open, but the patient remains unconscious? Hello, doctor. I previously asked about my condition, and now I have improved a bit, so I'm reaching out again. I am a 45-year-old male who had a stroke in April, which caused a blood ...
Dr. Zhang Yuanyi Reply:
Dear Pipi: (1) Generally speaking, after a drainage surgery for a brain hemorrhage, the condition is mostly stable after one to two months. Whether there is consciousness will depend on the recovery in the coming months, and there is no way to confirm the chances of regaining co...[Read More] Understanding Unconscious Responses After Brain Hemorrhage: A Patient's Journey
Understanding Finger Numbness: When to See a Neurosurgeon
Numbness in the fingers? Hello Dr. Chiu, Before my military discharge, my left middle finger and ring finger were struck by a rotating object. After the impact, both fingers felt numb. I am not sure if this is the reason, but now, whenever I hold something with my left hand for ...
Dr. Qiu Yushu Reply:
Hello: Please visit the outpatient department (Neurology and Neurosurgery) for an examination. Best wishes, Dr. Yu-Shu Chiu, Neurosurgery.[Read More] Understanding Finger Numbness: When to See a Neurosurgeon
Can Cervical Disc Herniation Cause Finger Weakness? Understanding the Connection
Can a herniated cervical disc cause weakness in the fingers? Recently, I have been experiencing shoulder and back muscle pain due to frequent neck stiffness, which has affected my daily life. After visiting a rehabilitation specialist and undergoing X-rays, the doctor informed me...
Dr. Zhang Yuanyi Reply:
Dear Hunter, It is possible that a cervical disc herniation could cause pain in the shoulders, neck, and upper limbs, or issues with sensation and strength in the upper extremities. However, the weakness in your right hand fingers also needs to be evaluated for potential periphe...[Read More] Can Cervical Disc Herniation Cause Finger Weakness? Understanding the Connection
Understanding Constipation and Abdominal Pain: Causes and Solutions
Constipation and stomach pain? During bowel movements, I experience a transparent, white, sticky substance, and sometimes there is blood. Additionally, I cannot exert any effort while defecating; if I do, my anus feels like it is slightly protruding. There is a hard area about 1 ...
Dr. Hou Yongji Reply:
Hello: 1. Please visit the colorectal surgery outpatient clinic nearby and inform them how long you have been experiencing the above symptoms. Before your visit, it is recommended to adjust your dietary habits by increasing fiber intake and hydration (eat more fruits and vegetabl...[Read More] Understanding Constipation and Abdominal Pain: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Bursa Cysts: Surgical vs. Non-Surgical Treatment Options
Bursa Hello Dr. Huang, I am a working professional with little exercise during the weekdays and no history of trauma. Recently, I discovered a lump on my left elbow that feels swollen and soft, as if it contains fluid. It is not painful, but there is a strange sensation when pres...
Dr. Huang Zhihui Reply:
1. An elbow bursa cyst is generally a result of aseptic inflammation; however, in rare cases, it may become infected due to trauma-induced hematoma, leading to cellulitis. The initial treatment typically involves aspiration of the yellowish fluid, followed by local compression wi...[Read More] Understanding Bursa Cysts: Surgical vs. Non-Surgical Treatment Options
Understanding Finger Numbness and Pain: Possible Causes and Concerns
Numbness and tingling in the fingers? My colleague suddenly felt numbness in his fingers while lifting a heavy load. He described it as a sensation of something constantly pricking his fingers. This feeling started after moving the items, and he has never experienced anything lik...
Dr. Ding Xianwei Reply:
Dear Xiao Ju: It is recommended that you visit a neurosurgeon for a detailed examination, as it may be related to cervical spine issues. Wishing you health, happiness, and safety. Sincerely, Dr. Ding Hsien-Wei, Attending Physician, Department of Neurosurgery, Taoyuan General Hosp...[Read More] Understanding Finger Numbness and Pain: Possible Causes and Concerns
Post-Surgery Concerns for Tendon and Nerve Injury Recovery
Please ask questions regarding tendon rupture surgery? Hello, my husband has a tendon rupture on the inner side of his left forearm near the wrist, along with some small nerve injuries, resulting in an open wound. He has undergone surgery for suturing. The doctor mentioned that t...
Dr. Qiu Yushu Reply:
Hello: For issues related to peripheral nerves and tendons, please consult with an orthopedic surgeon (Dr. Chou Hung-Chang).[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns for Tendon and Nerve Injury Recovery