Is It Safe to Return to School After a Head Injury?
Is it appropriate to attend classes after being discharged from a head injury? Is it appropriate to attend classes after being discharged from a head injury?
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: We need to assess your injury condition. Please consult with your original neurosurgeon from your hospitalization for further details. Wishing you well. // Dr. Lai Chao-Kang, Neurosurgery, Changhua Hospital[Read More] Is It Safe to Return to School After a Head Injury?
Do Head Impacts Cause Brain Cell Death and Memory Loss?
After a concussion, do brain cells die? Hello, doctor. Here's the situation: one night, when I sat up in bed, I bumped into the wooden support beam between the upper and lower bunk. The force and speed with which I sat up were normal, so it wasn't too light or too heavy...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
No, you're overthinking it![Read More] Do Head Impacts Cause Brain Cell Death and Memory Loss?
Managing Neck and Back Pain After a Car Accident: What to Do
Car accident injuries Hello: I was in a car accident the day before yesterday and hit the back of my head. I have some pain on the right side of my neck. The next day, I started experiencing significant pain when turning my head to either side, and I also felt pain in my right le...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! It is recommended to see a neurosurgeon to rule out the possibility of cervical spine injury. Take care! Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Managing Neck and Back Pain After a Car Accident: What to Do
Understanding Painful Chest Growths: Is It Just Acne?
There is a lump in the middle of the chest? I have a lump in the middle of my chest that has appeared several times. It hurts, but this time the pain is so severe that it affects my sleep. Initially, it was slightly raised, but it has grown larger over time. It resembles a pimple...
Dr. Li Zhonghuai Reply:
Hello! It is recommended to see a general surgeon for a surgical removal. Take care! Changhua Hospital cares about you![Read More] Understanding Painful Chest Growths: Is It Just Acne?
Post-Car Accident Headaches: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Headache one month after a car accident? About mid-December last year, I was involved in a motorcycle accident. I didn't get thrown off; I just fell down with the motorcycle while wearing a helmet. I was a passenger and managed to get up after the fall. I didn't go to t...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
If the headache persists, it is recommended to consult a neurosurgery outpatient clinic for evaluation.[Read More] Post-Car Accident Headaches: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Understanding Occasional Pain in the Left Back of the Head: Causes and When to See a Doctor
Intermittent sharp pain in the left posterior part of the head? I recently traveled to South Korea and experienced a frostbite sensation in my left nostril (the right nostril was unaffected). After returning, I felt a burning and nerve pain in my left nostril, which extended to t...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
If the pain persists, it is recommended to consult a neurosurgery outpatient clinic for evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Occasional Pain in the Left Back of the Head: Causes and When to See a Doctor
Understanding Potential Aftereffects of Sports Injuries: When to Seek Help
I fell while playing ball, landing on my lower back first? Hello, doctor. Recently, while playing basketball, I lost my balance while going for a rebound and fell directly onto my lower back, landing on my buttocks near the spine. I had an X-ray done the same day, and the bones w...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: Based on what you described, there may be some facial twitching. Additionally, you experience persistent dry heaving and a lack of appetite upon waking up. Pressing on the back of your neck on the affected side also induces nausea. You also had a headache two days ago... I...[Read More] Understanding Potential Aftereffects of Sports Injuries: When to Seek Help
Should Seniors on Anticoagulants See a Doctor After a Head Injury?
Elderly individuals who are on long-term anticoagulant therapy may experience a fall and sustain a head injury? Grandfather has undergone heart valve surgery and has been on anticoagulants for 20 years. He fell while working in the mountains and hit the back of his head, resultin...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Please schedule an appointment with the neurosurgery department![Read More] Should Seniors on Anticoagulants See a Doctor After a Head Injury?
Post-Car Accident Dizziness: Understanding Recurring Symptoms
Dizziness recurrence after a car accident? I was in a car accident over a month ago. When I was taken to the hospital, I had a scan done, and it appeared that my head was not injured. However, I still felt dizzy, so I went to see a doctor. I took medication for a while and then r...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Related.[Read More] Post-Car Accident Dizziness: Understanding Recurring Symptoms
Understanding Visual Disturbances After Intracranial Hemorrhage
Visual sequelae Recently, a family member experienced intracranial hemorrhage due to an accident. In addition to symptoms of dizziness and headache, they also have visual discomfort in the right eye and difficulty seeing at a distance. The impact occurred at the lower right poste...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: According to what you mentioned, "the ophthalmologist said there are no structural neurological issues..." Based on medical principles: "Visual conduction pathway: visual field → retina → optic nerve → optic chiasm → optic tract → lateral geniculate nucleus ...[Read More] Understanding Visual Disturbances After Intracranial Hemorrhage
Understanding Temple Pain: When to Seek Medical Attention
Temporalis pain A few days ago, I accidentally hit my temple against a hard hat. After that, I experienced a headache and nausea. Although it improved after a few hours, I've been feeling pain in my temple for the past few days. Should I see a doctor, or will it heal on its ...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
If it hasn't improved by today, you should schedule an appointment with the neurosurgery outpatient clinic![Read More] Understanding Temple Pain: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Subtle Head Bumps: When to Seek Medical Advice
Recently, I have been feeling my head? Hello doctor, recently I noticed a subtle bump on the top of my head that is not very prominent and can only be felt with careful touch. Is this normal? I asked my father, and he mentioned that he has had it since childhood. It doesn't ...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
If there have been no changes for several years, theoretically, continued observation is sufficient.[Read More] Understanding Subtle Head Bumps: When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Rectal Health: Concerns for Gay Men and Safe Practices
I have been troubled by complex anal and rectal issues for a long time, and I hope the doctor can help clarify my concerns? Hello, doctor. I am a homosexual man, and I have engaged in anal intercourse. For hygiene reasons, I often clean myself before anal sex. My method involves ...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
First of all, it is important to note that directly using a faucet to irrigate the rectum is a very dangerous action. Excessive water pressure can cause rupture of the colon or rectum, and the faucet or water pipe may also cause external anal injuries, leading to infections. This...[Read More] Understanding Rectal Health: Concerns for Gay Men and Safe Practices
Managing Post-Concussion Headaches: When to Seek Further Medical Attention
Mild concussion with headache? Hello Doctor: Last week, I collided with someone at school and fell, hitting my head on the ground. I lost consciousness afterward and was taken to the nurse's office by my teacher and classmates. After waiting for my family to arrive, they too...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
It is recommended to return to the original hospital for examination and consultation. Best wishes from the neurosurgery department.[Read More] Managing Post-Concussion Headaches: When to Seek Further Medical Attention
Understanding Anal Fistulas: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Fistula surgery Hello, doctor. My symptoms have persisted for three days. Initially, I experienced mild itching and slight pain around the anus. The next day, I noticed a raised lump on the surface, which is very painful when I clench my buttocks, and it also discharges a light y...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Based on your description, it seems very much like an anal fistula; however, a physician needs to conduct a personal examination to make a definitive diagnosis. Although the common age for anal fistulas is in adulthood, it does not mean that they cannot occur at this age. I recom...[Read More] Understanding Anal Fistulas: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Head Injury from 60cm Fall: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Struck on the top of the head by a heavy object from a height of 60 centimeters? Hello, Dr. Chang. I experienced dizziness at the moment of impact and felt a pulling sensation in my neck. Afterward, when I look up, I feel pressure and pain. When I look down, I also feel a pulling...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
No immediate action is needed; however, if symptoms persist for more than two to three days, it is advisable to seek medical attention.[Read More] Head Injury from 60cm Fall: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Head Injury from Basketball: When to Seek Emergency Care
Hit on the top of the head by a basketball? Around 11 AM, I was hit on the head with a basketball, which caused me to experience headaches, dizziness, and overall weakness. After a while, I started feeling a bit nauseous. In the afternoon, my mom took me to a general clinic, wher...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
You should rest and continue to monitor your condition. If discomfort persists, please visit the neurosurgery outpatient clinic for further evaluation.[Read More] Head Injury from Basketball: When to Seek Emergency Care
Understanding Post-Edema Symptoms: Is Memory Loss Normal After Brain Injury?
What is the normal range for sequelae after cerebral edema? Hello, doctor. I had a car accident two years ago where my left frontal lobe hit the ground. The emergency physician diagnosed me with cerebral edema. I did not undergo surgery and was discharged after four days in the h...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
The sequelae of head trauma can be quite troublesome. If brain imaging studies, such as MRI, do not reveal any abnormalities, then the only option is to monitor the condition.[Read More] Understanding Post-Edema Symptoms: Is Memory Loss Normal After Brain Injury?
Do I Need to See a Neurosurgeon After a Head Injury?
I would like to ask if I need to see a neurosurgeon? Hello Dr. Chang, Two days ago (11/28), I hit my head against the upper edge of a car door. At the time, I did not lose consciousness and was fully aware, although I felt pain and vaguely heard a sound that I perceived as a rat...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Yes, if you are truly feeling unwell, please consult a neurosurgeon.[Read More] Do I Need to See a Neurosurgeon After a Head Injury?
Understanding Gastrointestinal Discomfort: Causes and Solutions
Gastrointestinal discomfort I tend to get nervous easily and have been experiencing gastrointestinal discomfort. Sometimes, I have to rush to the bathroom to have diarrhea right after breakfast. Last year, I noticed blood in my stool, but I didn't see any blood when wiping. ...
Dr. Chen Jiaming Reply:
The most common cause of symptoms is actually gastroenteritis, which is often managed with oral medications that control some of the symptoms. Most cases of gastroenteritis will resolve on their own. If you are very concerned about conditions such as intestinal tumors, you should...[Read More] Understanding Gastrointestinal Discomfort: Causes and Solutions