Excessive Saliva Production: Causes and Solutions for Sleep Disruption
Excessive salivary secretion from the sublingual gland? This issue leads to difficulty sleeping, as saliva quickly accumulates and then flows into the throat, requiring swallowing. Upon waking, I can feel my stomach bloated, and I'm unsure if it's due to the continuous ...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, if it is confirmed that there are no issues with the gastroenterology and otolaryngology departments, it is recommended to first consult with the immunology and neurology departments for further evaluation.[Read More] Excessive Saliva Production: Causes and Solutions for Sleep Disruption
Understanding Nasopharyngeal Discomfort: Causes and Solutions
Oropharyngeal secretions Hello, I often feel a sticky sensation in my nasopharynx or throat, which gives me a feeling of having a foreign object and makes me want to vomit. Swallowing saliva helps alleviate the urge to vomit. I have a need for orthodontic treatment, which require...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, the sensitivity of the throat varies from person to person. For orthodontic treatment, it is advisable to consult a dental professional. Regarding throat sensitivity, options such as anesthesia or other methods may be considered for management.[Read More] Understanding Nasopharyngeal Discomfort: Causes and Solutions
How to Differentiate Between Viral and Bacterial Infections in Throat Issues
Sore throat due to a cold? Hello, doctor. I've been experiencing a runny nose, swollen throat, severe throat pain, and yellow phlegm and nasal discharge for the past few days. I saw a doctor who said it was a viral infection. I would like to ask how to differentiate between ...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, it is possible that a bacterial infection may require the use of antibiotics. Clinicians will evaluate multiple factors, such as the presence of purulent sputum, purulent nasal discharge, fever, as well as the results of physical examinations and the progression of the ill...[Read More] How to Differentiate Between Viral and Bacterial Infections in Throat Issues
Understanding Enlarged Lymph Nodes: When to Seek Medical Advice
Lymphadenopathy Hello, doctor: About 10 days ago, I noticed a lump in the fifth area of my neck while showering. Recently, I have been taking the pineapple enzyme and B vitamins prescribed by the doctor, but the lump has only fluctuated in size. Current status: it is movable, pai...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if you have already been examined by a physician and the lymph nodes are movable and not painful, you can start with self-monitoring. After inflammation of the cervical lymph nodes and subsequent medication treatment, they may decrease in size, but it is not guaranteed tha...[Read More] Understanding Enlarged Lymph Nodes: When to Seek Medical Advice
Sudden Hearing Loss: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Sudden hearing loss in one ear? Hello, doctor. This morning, I suddenly experienced a significant reduction in hearing in both ears, feeling stuffy and uncomfortable, as if water had entered my ears, or like I was submerged in a swimming pool. After this incident, I tried yawning...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if there is no persistent hearing loss and hearing recovers in a short period, it is often related to Eustachian tube dysfunction. If there are no obvious symptoms, you may observe it for a while. However, if it occurs repeatedly or if you have concerns, you should visit a...[Read More] Sudden Hearing Loss: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Unilateral Tonsil Swelling: Causes and Concerns
Unilateral tonsillitis Hello, doctor. My left tonsil is very swollen; I can only see a little bit from the outside. While showering, I gently pushed on it with my hand, and I expelled about the size of a pinky finger, with a little bit of blood afterward. The next morning, my fir...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
The discharge is a sticky secretion that resembles post-nasal drip. If it is a white, comedonal secretion, it may indicate inflammation or cancer. The material expelled usually has a foul odor. It is recommended that you seek treatment at an otolaryngology clinic. Wishing you goo...[Read More] Understanding Unilateral Tonsil Swelling: Causes and Concerns
Understanding a Soft Lump Near the Salivary Gland: Causes and Treatment
A small lump near the salivary glands? Hello, I have developed a small lump about the size of a grain of rice on the gum area in front of my submandibular salivary gland. It is slightly flattened and usually not visible; I can only feel it when I push my tongue against the gum. I...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, issues with the minor salivary glands are quite common. Generally, if there are no symptoms, it is advisable to monitor the situation. If there are concerns, you can visit an otolaryngologist for examination and confirmation.[Read More] Understanding a Soft Lump Near the Salivary Gland: Causes and Treatment
Understanding Sublingual Salivary Gland Variations: Is Asymmetry Normal?
Sublingual salivary gland duct opening 1. Is it normal for the openings of the submandibular salivary glands on both sides of the tongue to be different in size? I have observed for a month and noticed that the protrusion on the right side is slightly larger, but it hasn't c...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if there are no obvious symptoms such as pain, redness, or swelling, slight variations in the openings of the submandibular salivary glands are normal and can be monitored on your own. If you are concerned, you may visit an otolaryngology clinic for examination and confirm...[Read More] Understanding Sublingual Salivary Gland Variations: Is Asymmetry Normal?
Understanding Recurring Sinusitis: Causes of Fibrosis and Treatment Options
Recurrent sinusitis after sinus surgery? Recurrent sinusitis has required surgery for three consecutive years, including general anesthesia and outpatient procedures approximately six times. It has been found that some of the tissue shows fibrotic proliferation, leading to obstru...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, if you have chronic sinusitis, it is indeed possible to experience such symptoms. It is recommended to work closely with your treating physician for management, which may include nasal irrigation, medications, multiple debridement surgeries, and other treatment options. Ad...[Read More] Understanding Recurring Sinusitis: Causes of Fibrosis and Treatment Options
Understanding a Lump Between the Jaw and Neck: ENT Insights
A lump between the right lower jaw and the neck? In the past month, after eating, I noticed a large lump between my right lower jaw and neck, approximately 2 to 3 centimeters in size (the left side is normal). However, after about half an hour, it disappears. I checked my oral ca...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, common issues that may involve the submandibular gland include discomfort in the neck area. If the discomfort persists, it is advisable to consult an otolaryngologist for examination.[Read More] Understanding a Lump Between the Jaw and Neck: ENT Insights
Managing Your Child's Nasal Bleeding: Causes and Solutions
Every day, there is dried blood when I clean my nasal mucus? Hello Doctor, my son is over five years old and has a problem with nasal allergies. For the past two to three months, he has occasionally had sudden nosebleeds, sometimes due to bumps, and other times while sleeping in ...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if you frequently have bloody nasal mucus, it is commonly caused by the rupture of small blood vessels in the nasal septum. If you have allergies, it is advisable to manage them with medication to avoid frequent nose rubbing or repeated sneezing that can lead to bleeding. ...[Read More] Managing Your Child's Nasal Bleeding: Causes and Solutions
Unexplained Citrus Smell: Possible Causes and When to Seek Help
I keep smelling an unidentified orange scent and lemon scent? I have been consistently smelling the fragrance of oranges and lemons. I confirmed with friends that it is not an environmental scent. I found online that some people say it could be sinusitis, while others suggest it ...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
If symptoms persist for more than a week without improvement, it is recommended to visit an otolaryngologist for an examination.[Read More] Unexplained Citrus Smell: Possible Causes and When to Seek Help
Post-Polypectomy: Understanding Bleeding and Discharge After Surgery
Nasal polypectomy? I had a unilateral nasal polyp and underwent a biopsy surgery yesterday afternoon. Within three hours post-surgery, I noticed continuous bleeding and secretions flowing down my throat. I returned to the hospital for an endoscopic examination, and the doctor ind...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, it is common to have bloody discharge within a week after a biopsy due to the incision. If there is no significant bleeding, you can observe the situation first and then return for regular follow-up appointments to monitor and review the results.[Read More] Post-Polypectomy: Understanding Bleeding and Discharge After Surgery
Concerned About Oral Cancer? Itchy Bumps in Your Mouth Explained
I have swelling in my mouth that is itchy, and I'm worried it might be oral cancer? Hello Doctor, this afternoon I started feeling itchy in my mouth (under the uvula). I just looked with a flashlight and found some small raised bumps, and I'm very worried that it might ...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
The protrusion in the pharyngeal area is likely caused by lymphadenopathy due to an infection. It is recommended to seek diagnosis and treatment from an otolaryngology clinic. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Concerned About Oral Cancer? Itchy Bumps in Your Mouth Explained
Understanding Unilateral Nasal Polyps: Risks and Insights
Unilateral nasal polyp Due to sinusitis and throat inflammation, I visited an otolaryngologist and experienced significant post-nasal drip with yellow mucus and some blood streaks, although I don't have much nasal discharge and no obvious nasal congestion. The doctor perform...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
Although the likelihood of malignancy is low, it is recommended to perform a biopsy on unilateral nasal polyps. Wishing you well.[Read More] Understanding Unilateral Nasal Polyps: Risks and Insights
Chronic Runny Nose: Seeking Long-Term Solutions for Allergic Rhinitis
Nasal issues? I often have a runny nose throughout the year. I previously visited an otolaryngologist who diagnosed me with nasal allergies and prescribed a nasal spray. However, that nasal spray can only be used for six months, and after finishing it, my runny nose persists year...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
Prescription nasal sprays should be suitable for allergic rhinitis. Wishing you well.[Read More] Chronic Runny Nose: Seeking Long-Term Solutions for Allergic Rhinitis
Understanding Pulsatile Tinnitus: Causes and Concerns After Brain Surgery
There is a feeling of fullness in the right ear accompanied by a heartbeat sound? Hello doctor, I have undergone intracranial surgery (to clear hematoma from a car accident), and I still have two drainage tubes in my head. On the early morning of September 10th, I wore my new hea...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
If you are using in-ear headphones, it is advisable to refrain from using them temporarily, as they can severely irritate the ears and also affect the blood vessels and cranial nerves in the ear. It is recommended to monitor your hearing and ear pressure. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pulsatile Tinnitus: Causes and Concerns After Brain Surgery
Understanding Blood-Streaked Phlegm: When to Seek Medical Attention
Coughing up phlegm with traces of blood? At the end of May, I had a cold and coughed up green phlegm with blood streaks. I saw a doctor and took medication, which helped, but afterwards, the phlegm continued to have blood streaks. I went to the hospital to see a pulmonologist, an...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
Bleeding can occur from the nasal cavity to the tracheal mucosa, and bronchoscopy should be considered. Wishing you safety and well-being.[Read More] Understanding Blood-Streaked Phlegm: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Post-Nasal Drip and Taste Smell Disorders: A Guide
Olfactory and gustatory abnormalities, post-nasal drip? Hello, Doctor. I suddenly started experiencing post-nasal drip about a year ago. I underwent turbinate surgery during this time, but the post-nasal drip has not improved, and I have also developed issues with smell and taste...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if abnormalities in smell and taste are examined by a physician and no obvious tumors or sinusitis are found, they are often related to viral infections or other unknown causes that lead to damage or degeneration of the olfactory nerves. If symptoms persist without improve...[Read More] Understanding Post-Nasal Drip and Taste Smell Disorders: A Guide
Understanding Unilateral Nasal Polyps: Risks and Concerns
Unilateral nasal polyp I am 43 years old, do not smoke, drink alcohol, or chew betel nut. Last week, I had a cold with a sore throat, sinusitis, and yellow nasal discharge that was draining into my throat. There was blood in the mucus, so I went to a clinic for examination. An en...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
If you are concerned about abnormalities, it is recommended to undergo surgery or a biopsy to confirm a unilateral nasal polyp.[Read More] Understanding Unilateral Nasal Polyps: Risks and Concerns