Otolaryngology Q&A - Page 67

Oral issues Hello Doctor, I apologize for bothering you again. I would like to ask for your help regarding my condition. It has been four months since I underwent a bilateral tonsillectomy, and during this time, I have been experiencing discomfort, particularly in the left palato...

Sore throat Hello doctor, four days ago I started experiencing a sharp pain in my throat when drinking water. Yesterday, I visited a nearby family medicine clinic and found that there was a white sore behind my tonsils. The doctor suggested it might be caused by food. I recalled ...

Chest examination (including chest examination from various angles and positions) I have a history of allergic rhinitis, but this morning I felt discomfort in my breathing, particularly in the throat and chest area. However, I had a chest examination in April that showed no issue...

White protrusions on the tongue? Hello, I developed a white protrusion in the center of my tongue's surface over two years ago, approximately 1mm in size. Recently, the white protrusion has increased in height and doubled in size, and I have started to feel a slight foreign ...

Bleeding from the ear after digging with fingers? Hello, doctor. I noticed some itching in my ear while studying, and when I used my finger to dig in, I found what seemed to be earwax deeper inside. I tried to remove it, but I ended up with blood on my fingernail. What should I d...

Occasionally, there is a sensation of ear fullness in the right ear? The occurrence is infrequent, but upon waking up in the morning, there is a sensation of fullness in the right ear, which is accompanied by a feeling of blockage during inhalation, while exhalation restores norm...

Sensation of a foreign body in the throat? Last year, I went for traditional Chinese massage due to a lower back strain. During the massage, it was very painful, and I gritted my teeth to endure it. After the session, I noticed that when I drank water or swallowed, I could feel c...

Itchy throat and blisters on the throat wall? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing a scratchy throat intermittently for about two months. The sensation of post-nasal drip seems to have disappeared, and my burping has slightly improved. However, I recently noticed the appearance...

Middle ear effusion Hello, Doctor: I would like to ask about my condition. I have middle ear effusion caused by nasal allergies. I underwent an endoscopy, and no tumors were found. After taking antibiotics for about a week, the clinic doctor advised me to take medication for my n...

Itchy throat, blisters on the throat wall? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing an itchy sensation in my throat for about two months. The feeling of post-nasal drip has disappeared, and my burping has slightly improved. However, I recently noticed the appearance of small bliste...

Sore throat on one side? Two days ago, I noticed that my throat hurts when I swallow, but only on one side (the left side), and the pain radiates to my ear. I don't have any other symptoms, just occasional nasal congestion. Two months ago, I had a fungal infection in my ear,...

Sensation of a foreign body in the throat? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing a severe sensation of a foreign body in my throat for over a month. The symptoms include a pulsating feeling in the pharyngeal wall, which I am not entirely sure about, but when I use a cotton swab ...

Feeling uncomfortable after using ear drops? I have a slight ear inflammation, and the doctor prescribed me ear drops (similar to eye drops). Is it normal to hear a bubbling sound, like something is splashing around inside? I've also been experiencing tinnitus in that ear. O...

Tongue and throat issues? Hello, Doctor. I have some oral health concerns I would like to discuss. First, regarding the first issue: on the left side of my tongue, there are some changes. 1. The area circled in yellow appears thicker and whiter, with one or two noticeable white s...

There is a hematoma near the tonsil? Hello, doctor. This week I've been feeling a lump in my throat, and it's been burning. I just took a picture and noticed a blood blister. What could this be? How should I treat it? Thank you.

Fishbone issues? If a fishbone gets lodged in the tongue, it can cause swelling. It may be palpable upon examination, but imaging studies such as X-rays or CT scans may be necessary to confirm its presence and assess any potential complications.

Lymphadenopathy I am 18 years old, and recently, after my gastroesophageal reflux improved, I noticed a round lump between my left jaw and neck. It has not disappeared after more than two weeks, although it has fluctuated in size, ranging within 1.5 centimeters. During these two ...

Nasopharyngeal issues My father received the biopsy report last week confirming a recurrence of oral cancer (this is his third occurrence of oral cancer) and is currently waiting to be hospitalized for surgical treatment. His oral condition shows granulation tissue near the lower...

Issues related to the frenulum and sublingual glands? Hello Doctor, a few days ago I noticed a foreign sensation under my tongue along the frenulum (which I found online is called the lingual frenulum). When I looked in the mirror, I saw a symmetrical small red bump on each side....

After cleaning earwax, my ears echo when I speak? I went to see an ENT doctor because of tinnitus, and they said I had too much earwax and helped me clean it out. During the suction, it was extremely loud, and the doctor said that was normal. However, after I returned home, I not...