Otolaryngology Q&A - Page 51

Biting the tongue? Hello, doctor. I bit my tongue while eating breakfast too quickly yesterday, and it's been 4 days. Should I see an ENT specialist? It hurts every time I eat.

Olfactory and gustatory disorders? Hello, I have had issues with my sense of smell and taste for a long time. When I eat, everything tastes too salty, and I can't eat it... it doesn't matter who made it, it's the same. I can't even tolerate black pepper; the o...

Deviated septum and olfactory issues? Hello Doctor, since October of last year, I have experienced complete loss of smell on one side (which may have been happening for a long time, but I didn't notice it because the other side was normal), along with chronic nasal congestio...

Post-nasal drip with yellow mucus? In the past week, I have been waking up with a slight scratchy pain in my throat. When I open my mouth to check, I notice light yellow mucus flowing from my nasal cavity down to my throat. This happens about three to four times in the morning. I...

Ear pain? I have ear pain that worsens when I apply pressure, but there is no pain when I touch the outer ear. The most painful spot seems to be in the area of the external auditory canal, extending inward. I also touched the back of the ear to confirm that the pain is indeed ori...

Tongue pain I would like to inquire about a tingling and painful sensation in the middle front and underneath my tongue that has persisted for about three weeks. I find it difficult to eat hot foods, as they easily burn my tongue. Is this an indication of tongue inflammation, or ...

Unilateral tonsillar enlargement? In February 2022, I noticed that my tonsil on one side (the right side) was swollen, while the left side was completely normal. There was no pain and I hardly felt anything (I have a habit of checking my throat while brushing my teeth). Since Apr...

The color of sputum? Waking up to cough up phlegm that is transparent but mixed with a slight light brown color, followed by clear phlegm, can be concerning. Given that you have chronic rhinitis, this could be related to post-nasal drip, which often leads to the accumulation of m...

Throat and tonsils Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if there is an issue with my throat, and whether it could be something like a tumor, as well as if I need to seek medical attention. Thank you, doctor!

Nasopharyngoscopy Since last April, I have frequently experienced nosebleeds and noticed blood-streaked phlegm, without nasal congestion or purulent nasal discharge. My left ear feels slightly stuffy, but my hearing is normal. I have visited the ENT clinic multiple times, and my ...

Nasal cavity issues Hello, I often catch colds, and the discharge from my nose is more like watery fluid rather than typical mucus. I have been to the hospital for an examination, and the doctor mentioned that my nose is sensitive to certain substances, which causes this issue. I...

Experiencing a cool, tingling sensation in the lips and tongue while taking medication may indicate a drug allergy? Hello Doctor, I visited the otolaryngology department today, and the doctor prescribed the following medications: Nefopam 30mg, Sulpiride 50mg, Tranexamic Acid 250m...

Sublingual granuloma? Hello, doctor. Recently, while eating, I felt something under my tongue. Looking in the mirror, I discovered something that resembles a granuloma. It is a thin, flat, patch-like structure located on the sublingual fold, and it is only on one side. I searched...

Tongue problem consultation Dear Dr. Cheng, Hello. I previously inquired about the issue of having black spots on my tongue, and I greatly benefited from your response and guidance. Thank you very much. After observing over the past few days, I believe that the black spot is ind...

Frequent nosebleeds? Hello Dr. Cheng, My son is 11 years old and has been experiencing nosebleeds every winter since he was 9. We took him to an ENT specialist who mentioned that he has thin nasal membranes. He is an allergic child and takes Montexin Chewable Tablets 5mg and Fin...

Medication Consultation Two days ago, I noticed a sound in my ear when I moved, so I went to see a doctor. The doctor said there were small pieces of earwax stuck to my eardrum, and prescribed some drops to prevent the wax from adhering. After using the drops for the first day, m...

The tongue feels rough or dry? Hello Doctor, I have recently noticed a significant roughness and dryness on my tongue over the past month, similar to the sensation after being burned. I am very sensitive to spicy foods. I am not currently taking any medications. My saliva product...

Auditory nerve damage Hello doctor, my father experienced tinnitus when he was young due to a gunshot fired by another soldier near his ear during target practice. He has been hearing a cicada-like sound ever since, and his hearing in that ear is also poor; he uses the other ear ...

Auditory nerve damage Hello doctor, my father experienced tinnitus when he was young due to a gunshot fired by another soldier near his ear during target practice. He has been hearing a ringing sound ever since, similar to cicadas, and his hearing in that ear is also poor; he use...

Tinnitus distress Hello, doctor. I'm 18 years old and have been experiencing tinnitus since middle school (though it was manageable and didn't affect my sleep back then). Initially, the tinnitus started when water entered my ears while showering, which made me uncomfort...