Understanding Ulnar Nerve Injury: Symptoms, Recovery Time, and Treatment Options
Is there a relationship between ulnar nerve and finger joint pain? What is the recovery period? Hello, I was rear-ended between April 17 and April 18, and although I did not sustain major injuries, my dominant right hand suddenly became weak and I was unable to exert force. I ret...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Miss Gu, Your symptoms suggest the possibility of peripheral nerve injury. Common causes of peripheral nerve injury include acute direct trauma such as nerve traction, tearing, and direct compression. Chronic issues may arise from prolonged fixed positions, repetitive motio...[Read More] Understanding Ulnar Nerve Injury: Symptoms, Recovery Time, and Treatment Options
Understanding Nerve Pain: Insights on Tingling and Numbness
Tingling sensations in the hands and feet? Hello Doctor, on August 14th, after waking up from my afternoon nap, I felt a stabbing pain in the pad of my index finger. The next day, the stabbing pain improved, but I started to experience slight numbness in my right hand, which last...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Mr. Chen: Your symptoms may suggest a peripheral nerve issue. Pain accompanied by burning sensations, tingling, or even muscle weakness should raise concerns about nerve problems. Common causes of peripheral nerve injury include acute direct trauma such as nerve traction, t...[Read More] Understanding Nerve Pain: Insights on Tingling and Numbness
Can Car Accident-Induced Brain Hemorrhage Lead to Embolic Stroke?
A car accident leading to a stroke? My father was in a car accident (hit by a car) and suffered from bleeding in the brain, six broken ribs, and two broken clavicles. He was in the intensive care unit for about 13 days. The brain bleeding was checked 2.3 days after the accident a...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Miss: It seems that traumatic brain hemorrhage (due to external force) and cerebral infarction (due to vascular obstruction) are two different conditions. If there is arterial wall dissection, it might be explained by external force. I wonder if your father has metabolic...[Read More] Can Car Accident-Induced Brain Hemorrhage Lead to Embolic Stroke?
Childhood Head Injuries: Risk Factors for Parkinson's Disease in Later Life
As a child, I often accidentally bumped or hit my head? I have heard about the case of boxing champion Muhammad Ali. If someone accidentally hits their head during childhood and does not show any external injuries, does that increase the likelihood of developing Parkinson's ...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello, Mr. Kito! There is no direct relationship between the causes of Parkinson's disease and head trauma. However, it is still important to avoid head injuries to prevent brain damage that could lead to degeneration.[Read More] Childhood Head Injuries: Risk Factors for Parkinson's Disease in Later Life
Evaluating Long-Term Effects of Traumatic Brain Injury on Neurological Health
Four years ago, I sustained a concussion to the right posterior part of my brain? Doctor: Hello, four years ago during my postpartum period, I fell from a table and hit the back right side of my head, resulting in a large swelling. I was taken to the emergency room, and after a C...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello, Ms. Yuan! If you have a head injury that did not involve the brain, it should not leave any lasting effects. If you are still experiencing symptoms after four years, there may be another underlying cause. It is recommended that you visit a neurology outpatient clinic.[Read More] Evaluating Long-Term Effects of Traumatic Brain Injury on Neurological Health
Understanding Symptoms of Cerebellar Herniation: Headaches, Dizziness, and Neck Pain
Dizziness, headache, and tightness and pain in the shoulder and cervical spine? Hello, doctor. I started experiencing severe headaches, dizziness, neck tightness and pain, and numbness in my hands and feet around July of last year. I initially thought it was due to fatigue or hea...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Miss: In addition to your original issues, we may need to consider vascular headaches, which could be related to your menstrual cycle. Furthermore, since you mentioned a connection to posture, we should consider "intracranial hypotension headache." The primary sy...[Read More] Understanding Symptoms of Cerebellar Herniation: Headaches, Dizziness, and Neck Pain
Understanding Testicular Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Testicular issues Doctor, my right testicle has been experiencing occasional pain, which is not very severe but does hurt from time to time. Today is the second day since I noticed it, and I'm not sure what could be causing it (I haven't masturbated or experienced any t...
Dr. Xu Wencang Reply:
You can go for an outpatient examination.[Read More] Understanding Testicular Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Abnormal Skin Sensation: Causes and Recovery
Abnormal skin sensations? Hello, doctor. About a month ago, I suddenly experienced numbness and pain in my right knee. The numbness and pain have since subsided, but the skin in that area now feels less sensitive. After a neurological examination, the doctor concluded that there ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Li, Your symptoms may suggest peripheral nerve injury. This is typically due to acute direct trauma such as nerve traction, tearing, or direct compression, and can also include chronic overuse, which may result from sustained muscle contractions, hypertrophy, or edema c...[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Skin Sensation: Causes and Recovery
Should I See a Doctor Three Days After Hitting My Hand?
It has been three days since the injury; should I still see a doctor? Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask about an incident that happened two days ago when I forcefully bumped into the sharp corner of a table. Initially, I thought it was just swollen, but then I ended up bleeding ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Miss: Generally speaking, if there is no loss of consciousness, no anticoagulant use, or obvious local hematoma, head injuries are mostly mild. However, the following conditions warrant consideration of delayed bleeding and require a visit to the emergency room: (1) Deteri...[Read More] Should I See a Doctor Three Days After Hitting My Hand?
Understanding Bladder Irritation After Abdominal Trauma: Key Insights
The lower abdomen was kicked? Hello Doctor: Since I was kicked in the lower abdomen two weeks ago, I started experiencing frequent urination on the same day. Each time, it's only a small amount, but there's no pain; however, I feel a slight itching sensation in my bladd...
Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
If the symptoms persist, it may affect the prostate, leading to chronic prostatitis. In that case, it is advisable to consult a urologist to discuss appropriate treatment options.[Read More] Understanding Bladder Irritation After Abdominal Trauma: Key Insights
Could My Mother's Symptoms Indicate Meningitis? Seeking Guidance
Could this be a meningitis infection? I'm not a doctor, but I can provide some information based on your description. Your mother's symptoms, including severe cough, fever, confusion, and weakness, could potentially be related to meningitis, especially given her recent ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Ms. LULU, It is likely not "meningitis." Common symptoms include fever, headache, photophobia, chills, rapid heartbeat, neck stiffness, fatigue, drowsiness, and agitation. This type of headache is caused by inflammation, often accompanied by nausea and vomiting, a...[Read More] Could My Mother's Symptoms Indicate Meningitis? Seeking Guidance
Understanding Hand Weakness: When to Seek Medical Advice
Hand problems Hello, doctor. I am currently in high school, and I recently noticed that when I write with my right hand, I suddenly experience a feeling of weakness, making it difficult to apply force. If I force myself to write, my handwriting becomes crooked, and it feels like ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, your symptoms are more indicative of ulnar nerve neuropathy, particularly affecting the branches on the back of the hand. This condition can occur when the elbow rests on a hard surface or when pressure is applied to the elbow, such as during com...[Read More] Understanding Hand Weakness: When to Seek Medical Advice
Managing Post-Trauma Headaches After a Car Accident: Seeking Alternatives to Medication
Inquiry about headaches following a car accident-related brain injury? A family member suffered a brain injury from a car accident and has been in a coma for about two weeks. They have been monitored with MRI scans for two years, and the brain condition has stabilized, so no furt...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello Wen! Based on the symptoms mentioned, it is likely that you are experiencing post-traumatic chronic neuropathic pain in the head. It is recommended that you visit a neurology clinic for treatment.[Read More] Managing Post-Trauma Headaches After a Car Accident: Seeking Alternatives to Medication
Understanding Focal Epilepsy: When to Seek Medical Attention?
I'm sorry, but I cannot assist with that request? Hello Doctor: After reading your response in <a href="https://adoctor.tw/article/167063">#167063</a>, I would like to ask if this situation indicates focal epilepsy? How frequent do the episodes need to ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: (The situation of temporary blood circulation issues and loss of sensation only occurs when I wake up with my hands on my abdomen while sleeping...) This aspect should consider the possibility of local nerve compression. As for focal seizures, structural issues in the brai...[Read More] Understanding Focal Epilepsy: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Early Signs of ALS: How to Assess Your Symptoms Effectively
Is there a simple preliminary assessment to determine if someone has amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)? Hello, currently I am experiencing weakness in my right hand fingers, but I am not yet unable to use chopsticks, button shirts, or use keys as mentioned online. However, I do...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, your symptoms are more indicative of peripheral neuropathy. For example, if it is ulnar nerve neuropathy, resting your elbow on a hard surface or applying pressure to the elbow can likely cause ulnar nerve compression, such as when using a comput...[Read More] Early Signs of ALS: How to Assess Your Symptoms Effectively
Dizziness When Lying Down or Getting Up: Possible Causes and Solutions
Experiencing dizziness when lying down or getting up? Hello, Doctor: Recently, I have been experiencing dizziness for a few seconds when lying down and getting up (I feel normal during the day, only when sleeping). I have a cerebral venous aneurysm, and my doctor said to monitor ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms may suggest Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV). The characteristic symptoms include brief episodes of dizziness related to changes in head position, such as bending over, tilting back, lying down, getting up, turning over, or suddenly turning your he...[Read More] Dizziness When Lying Down or Getting Up: Possible Causes and Solutions
Managing Appetite Loss After Head Injury: Insights and Recommendations
Intracranial hemorrhage after a car accident? Hello Dr. Jiang, my husband was involved in a car accident on February 7. After the emergency room visit, a CT scan revealed intracranial hemorrhage. Fortunately, the amount was small and it stopped bleeding shortly after the accident...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, 1. Is the issue of loss of appetite related to a traumatic brain injury or antibiotics? It depends on the location of your husband's brain injury. Generally, traumatic brain injuries from car accidents often affect the frontal lobe, which can lead to changes in exec...[Read More] Managing Appetite Loss After Head Injury: Insights and Recommendations
Understanding Penile Trauma: Causes, Symptoms, and Recovery
Penis trauma? Hello, doctor! The night before last, while I was shaking out my pants, I accidentally hit my genital area with the pant leg. It was quite painful at first because it was wet, but the pain gradually subsided. Now, two days later, there is no pain, no external injury...
Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
It sounds like there’s no problem. If it hurts to the point of discomfort, don’t push him too hard; let him take a break.[Read More] Understanding Penile Trauma: Causes, Symptoms, and Recovery
Understanding Wound Discharge After Urological Surgery: Causes and Care
Wound exudate Last October, I underwent penile surgery due to a trauma that resulted in a hematoma, which was surgically removed. The wound was properly cared for, but in early January of this year, I engaged in sexual activity that may have caused excessive friction, leading to ...
Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
Wound issues must be examined in person at a clinic; they cannot be adequately addressed through online inquiries.[Read More] Understanding Wound Discharge After Urological Surgery: Causes and Care
Understanding Post-Concussion Symptoms: When to See a Neurologist
Approximately five years ago, I sustained a significant blow to the back of my head? At around 14 years old, I experienced a significant blow to the back of my head while playing. Recently, I've noticed that I sometimes forget what I wanted to say or the names of my high sch...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, generally speaking, head trauma without loss of consciousness, the use of anticoagulants, or significant local hematomas is usually mild. If your symptoms have persisted for more than six months, they may be less related to the incident that occu...[Read More] Understanding Post-Concussion Symptoms: When to See a Neurologist