Understanding Hand Numbness and Memory Lapses in Seniors
Numbness in the hands and brief episodes of mental blankness? Hello, my father is 68 years old and has been experiencing insomnia and numbness in his hands for about six months. Recently, while playing Mahjong with friends at night, he found it difficult to arrange the tiles. He ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: You mentioned that "you found it difficult to arrange the Mahjong tiles... and your father is concerned whether it is dementia." This symptom is indeed indicative of cognitive dysfunction. Clinically, we would inquire about the patient's medical history and ...[Read More] Understanding Hand Numbness and Memory Lapses in Seniors
Understanding Finger Weakness: Possible Causes and Concerns
Finger issues Hello Doctor, I experienced a sensation of strain in my right arm after it was compressed the night before. When I wake up, my arm and forearm are bent at a 90-degree angle, and trying to raise it parallel to my shoulder causes soreness. However, after an argument i...
Dr. Peng Shiwei Reply:
Hello, based on your symptoms, there is a higher likelihood of post-traumatic sequelae. However, if your symptoms do not improve with rest, it is advisable to visit a neurology clinic for further evaluation by a physician.[Read More] Understanding Finger Weakness: Possible Causes and Concerns
Understanding Persistent Headaches: Symptoms and Possible Causes
About headaches? Hello Doctor: Ten days ago, at around 8 PM, I suddenly felt a strange sensation in my head, possibly similar to increased intracranial pressure, followed by a brief tingling sensation and then a persistent, severe throbbing headache. After taking pain medication ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Mr. Zhang, You mentioned that at 8 o'clock, you suddenly felt something unusual in your head, possibly similar to increased intracranial pressure, followed by a brief tingling sensation and then a persistent, severe throbbing headache. You also noted that you experien...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Headaches: Symptoms and Possible Causes
Understanding Head Trauma: Long-Term Effects and Concerns
Head trauma Hello, doctor. Two years ago, I was struck on the head by a metal pipe while at work. At the time, I was unsure if there was any issue, so I went to an orthopedic doctor for an X-ray. The doctor said there was no fracture in the skull. After two months, I saw a neurol...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Mr. Xiao: You mentioned: 1. I have always had concerns about whether a person can still function normally if there is a fracture or a slight crack in the skull. It has been two years since then; if there was a fracture at that time, could the person still be conscious? A...[Read More] Understanding Head Trauma: Long-Term Effects and Concerns
Understanding Post-Sexual Activity Frenulum Injury and Balanitis
Injury to the frenulum after sexual intercourse > Balanitis of the glans penis? Hello, Doctor. About a month ago, I had sexual intercourse (I put on a condom just before penetration). After the intercourse, I experienced some stinging pain, and there was redness between the fo...
Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
It sounds like your symptoms may be due to a lack of lubrication causing an injury. If there is trauma from rough activity, the moist environment can hinder healing. While circumcision might be beneficial, I wouldn't necessarily recommend it as a must; the focus should be on...[Read More] Understanding Post-Sexual Activity Frenulum Injury and Balanitis
Understanding Saddle Area Sensory Loss: Causes and Concerns
Saddle area sensory loss or numbness? Hello, doctor. A few months ago, I strained my lower back, and since then, I've been experiencing pain in my lower back when sitting. About a month ago, I suddenly noticed a decrease in the urge to urinate and defecate, and my ability to...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Mr. Cheng, You mentioned that "lying on my right side for a few minutes causes numbness and loss of sensation in my buttocks, perineum, genitals, and adjacent thigh, with no pain even when pinched, while lying on my left side feels more normal." This may indicate...[Read More] Understanding Saddle Area Sensory Loss: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Meniere's Disease: Can a Concussion Trigger Symptoms?
Meniere's disease I would like to inquire about a concussion I sustained from a motorcycle accident six months ago, and I am now diagnosed with Meniere's disease. I understand that there are many potential causes for Meniere's disease, but I am curious if the concu...
Dr. Hong Weibin Reply:
Hello: The exact cause of Meniere's disease is currently unclear, but it is believed to be related to an imbalance of endolymphatic fluid in the inner ear (accumulation of endolymph in the inner ear labyrinth). Therefore, any factors that may affect the flow of this fluid co...[Read More] Understanding Meniere's Disease: Can a Concussion Trigger Symptoms?
Understanding Pain in the Penis: Causes and Solutions for Urological Issues
Penile issues Hello doctor, I would like to ask about a small area on my penis, located between the base and the glans, which experiences pain similar to that of a bruise when pressed. It does not hurt during normal times or when fully erect. There are no visible issues on the su...
Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
It sounds like chronic microtrauma leading to fibrosis caused by chronic inflammation. It is advisable to consult a urologist for a thorough examination by a physician.[Read More] Understanding Pain in the Penis: Causes and Solutions for Urological Issues
Understanding Sharp and Throbbing Head Pain: Possible Causes and Insights
Sharp and throbbing pain in the head? Hello, Dr. Jiang. Recently, I've been experiencing occasional sharp and throbbing pain in the upper left side of my head over the past two days. Each episode lasts about a second. When I press on a specific point, I feel the same pain (s...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Sir: You mentioned that "pressing on a certain point also causes the same pain." It is important to first consider the possibility of tissue inflammation, particularly related to cervical myofascial inflammation. Additionally, tension-type headache should be cons...[Read More] Understanding Sharp and Throbbing Head Pain: Possible Causes and Insights
Experiencing Dizziness While Sitting and Lying Down: Possible Causes and Solutions
Experiencing dizziness when lying down and a sensation of swaying while sitting? Hello doctor, starting from a certain day, I suddenly feel very dizzy while sitting, and it often occurs. However, it doesn't happen when I walk or exercise, and I experience vertigo when lying ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Mr. YY, You mentioned that "one day I suddenly felt very dizzy while sitting, and it often occurs, but not when walking or exercising, and I experience vertigo when lying down." Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) should be considered first. The characteri...[Read More] Experiencing Dizziness While Sitting and Lying Down: Possible Causes and Solutions
Understanding Visual Disturbances After Traumatic Experiences in Teens
After seeing or thinking about bloody and nauseating images, the visual field becomes narrowed? Hello Doctor, my son is 19 years old. Since he was about 11, he has experienced episodes where his vision narrows after seeing graphic images (such as corpses or dissection scenes), bu...
Dr. Hong Weibin Reply:
Hello: 1. I have not heard of cases where visual field narrowing occurs intermittently. 2. Most issues related to the brain or eyes that cause changes in the visual field tend to be persistent. 3. It is unlikely that if a fall causes injury to the brain or eyes, nerve damage woul...[Read More] Understanding Visual Disturbances After Traumatic Experiences in Teens
Understanding Penile Venous Leakage: Causes and Concerns for Erectile Dysfunction
Penile venous leakage I would like to inquire about penile venous leakage and seek your advice: Hello: 1. When you refer to penile venous leakage, are you talking about erectile dysfunction or actual blood leakage? If it is erectile dysfunction, congenital causes are very rare...
Dr. Sun Hongshun Reply:
Hello: 1. Based on what you described, it does not seem like erectile dysfunction caused by venous leakage, as anyone will naturally lose their erection due to insufficient stimulation (this applies to everyone, not just you). 2. It is normal for some blood vessels on the penis n...[Read More] Understanding Penile Venous Leakage: Causes and Concerns for Erectile Dysfunction
Understanding Concussions: Symptoms, Risks, and When to Seek Help
Head injury / concussion I'm sorry to ask, but I would like to inquire about something. On June 7th, I had a dispute with my family and was slapped forcefully about 5 or 6 times. At the time, I didn't feel anything unusual, but after a while, by June 10th, I have been c...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, In general, head trauma without loss of consciousness, anticoagulant use, or obvious local hematomas tends to be mild. However, the following conditions warrant consideration of delayed bleeding and a visit to the emergency room: (1) Deterioration of vision, seeing doubl...[Read More] Understanding Concussions: Symptoms, Risks, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Penile Venous Leak: Causes and Symptoms Explained
Regarding penile venous leakage? I would like to inquire about the following questions regarding penile venous leakage: 1. Is penile venous leakage congenital? Does it present symptoms during childhood (before the age of 18)? 2. If a young person has no history of penile trauma, ...
Dr. Sun Hongshun Reply:
Hello: 1. When you refer to penile venous leakage, are you talking about erectile dysfunction or is there an actual blood leak? If it is erectile dysfunction, congenital causes are very rare, and you should seek a detailed examination at a hospital. 2. The probability is low (the...[Read More] Understanding Penile Venous Leak: Causes and Symptoms Explained
Can Trauma Cause Epididymitis and Orchitis? Understanding the Risks
Trauma from a kick leading to epididymitis and orchitis? 1. Is it possible for epididymitis and orchitis to be caused by trauma, in addition to bacterial infections? (Most online sources suggest that it's caused by urethral bacterial infections.) I was kicked in the buttocks...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1. Can epididymitis and orchitis be caused by trauma, in addition to bacterial infections? (Most online sources indicate that they are caused by urinary tract bacterial infections.) --> If it is called inflammation, it is more likely to be caused by infection. I was kic...[Read More] Can Trauma Cause Epididymitis and Orchitis? Understanding the Risks
Headaches After a Childhood Injury: What You Need to Know
I hit my temple when I was a child, and since then, I've been experiencing headaches? At the beginning of seventh grade, I tripped over my shoelaces and fell, hitting my temple. Since then, I've noticed that I occasionally have headaches, specifically in the area where ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Xing, You mentioned that "the temples sometimes hurt..." If the issue is related to trauma, the body typically heals within 2 to 4 weeks. Your symptoms may suggest a vascular headache, specifically a migraine. This type of headache can last from 4 to 72 hours....[Read More] Headaches After a Childhood Injury: What You Need to Know
Could a Brain Tumor Cause Nasal Pressure and Discomfort?
Brain tumor issues? Since November of last year, I have been experiencing a feeling of pressure and tightness in my nasal cavity and bridge of the nose. I have seen an otolaryngologist who ruled out nasal issues. I would like to ask if it is possible that this could be caused by ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Mr. Yan, You mentioned that you have been experiencing a feeling of pressure and tightness in your nasal cavity and bridge of the nose. After consulting an otolaryngologist, nasal issues have been ruled out, and you are inquiring whether it could be due to a brain tumor pre...[Read More] Could a Brain Tumor Cause Nasal Pressure and Discomfort?
Understanding the Prevalence of Venous Leak Erectile Dysfunction
Erectile dysfunction Is the probability of venogenic erectile dysfunction high? What percentage does it represent among patients with erectile dysfunction?
Dr. Cai Zhuorong Reply:
The probability is low, usually with a history of trauma to the related area.[Read More] Understanding the Prevalence of Venous Leak Erectile Dysfunction
Can Tooth Extraction Affect Mental Health and Cognitive Function?
Dementia? Hello doctor, after having two teeth extracted last year, my mental state has been very poor, and I have experienced difficulties with memory, cognition, and awareness. I later found some information suggesting a connection between teeth and the brain. Can you tell me i...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Mr. Ashu, You asked, "Can tooth extraction really change a person's mental state?" Many case reports suggest that poor dental hygiene may increase the risk of dementia. However, systematic reviews indicate that the evidence is insufficient to draw such concl...[Read More] Can Tooth Extraction Affect Mental Health and Cognitive Function?
Is It Dangerous If You Hit Your Head and Bleed Without Pain?
Is there a risk if I hit my head and there is bleeding but no pain? A family member (around 50 years old with no history of cardiovascular disease) accidentally fell this morning and hit their head against a sharp object. At the time, there was approximately enough blood to soak ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Ida, You mentioned that a family member (around 50 years old, with no history of cardiovascular disease) accidentally fell this morning and hit their head against a sharp object, resulting in approximately the amount of blood that would fill two tissues, but it stopped ...[Read More] Is It Dangerous If You Hit Your Head and Bleed Without Pain?