Understanding Nosebleeds: Causes and Treatment Options
Nosebleed In April of this year, I traveled to California, USA, and due to the dry weather, I started experiencing nosebleeds. After returning to Taiwan, my symptoms have been fluctuating; I, who have never had nosebleeds before, now experience them occasionally, and recently the...
Dr. Hu Kexin reply Otolaryngology
Hello: Taiwan has a humid maritime climate, so when our citizens travel to countries with a dry continental climate, the nasal mucosa often becomes dry and may crust over or even bleed due to the lack of adaptation to the dry weather. Upon returning home, if the nasal mucosa rema...[Read More] Understanding Nosebleeds: Causes and Treatment Options
Unexplained Throat Pain: Seeking Answers Beyond Polyps
There are no polyps in the throat, but there is abnormal pain? Hello, Doctor! I am currently in an academic position, and about a year and a half ago, I began experiencing symptoms of dryness and abnormal pain in my throat. Two weeks ago, I visited two different hospitals, but ne...
Dr. Hu Kexin reply Otolaryngology
Hello: After reading your question, I can't help but feel even more admiration for the teachers who nurture talent. Indeed, in clinical practice, we see many teachers who, due to long hours of teaching, experience various throat or vocal cord issues (a type of occupational d...[Read More] Unexplained Throat Pain: Seeking Answers Beyond Polyps
Could Early HIV Symptoms Appear as Red Bumps on the Tongue?
I don't know if I need to get tested for HIV? In the early stages of HIV infection, can red blisters appear on the back of the tongue?
Dr. Hu Kexin reply Otolaryngology
Generally, in the early stages of HIV, red rashes do not typically appear on the back of the tongue. More commonly, red or white patches may appear in the oral cavity or on the tongue, or there may be unexplained ulcers. If you still have concerns, you are welcome to visit our cl...[Read More] Could Early HIV Symptoms Appear as Red Bumps on the Tongue?
Uneven Tonsils and Persistent Mucus: What You Need to Know
The tonsils are asymmetrical in size and may expel semi-solid substances? Hello Doctor: For the past two years, I have noticed that my tonsils are asymmetrical, with one side being larger than the other. Occasionally, the larger tonsil expels small, semi-solid particles, which I ...
Dr. Hu Kexin reply Otolaryngology
The structure of the tonsils (medically referred to as "palatine tonsils") is quite unique; their surface is not smooth but rather has numerous crypts. The semi-solid material you mentioned is likely the secretions from the epithelial cells covering the surface of the t...[Read More] Uneven Tonsils and Persistent Mucus: What You Need to Know
Understanding One-Sided Sore Throat: Causes and Remedies
Sore throat A few days after catching a cold, I started experiencing a sore throat, but only on one side. The main symptom is that every time I wake up, I feel a swelling sensation on one side of my throat, and when I drink something after waking up, it feels like something is po...
Dr. Hu Kexin reply Otolaryngology
Your issue seems to be related to the tonsils, as it predominantly occurs on one side, which is not typical for what is commonly referred to as pharyngitis. In addition to the possibility of inflammation of the tonsils themselves, there is a rarer condition known as "styloid...[Read More] Understanding One-Sided Sore Throat: Causes and Remedies
Can Cold Medications Effectively Treat Sinusitis Symptoms?
Can cold medications be used to treat sinusitis? Hello, thank you very much for taking the time to address my concerns. Last week, due to the discomfort of prolonged nasal congestion, I visited a nearby clinic seeking treatment for recurrent sinusitis. During the process, I repea...
Dr. Hu Kexin reply Otolaryngology
Hello: Prolonged nasal congestion is indeed a frustrating issue. The obstruction of the respiratory passages not only causes physical discomfort but can also affect your mood, and I completely understand your feelings. First, let's clarify what we mean by "cold." F...[Read More] Can Cold Medications Effectively Treat Sinusitis Symptoms?