Persistent Sore Throat: What Tests Should Be Considered?
Sore throat is not improving? Hello doctor, my father has been experiencing a sore throat for over a month. After seeing a doctor, he was told that there were no abnormalities in his throat and that it might be due to insufficient saliva. However, my father is consistently hydrat...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun reply Otolaryngology
Hello, the situation you described may be chronic pharyngitis. It is recommended to seek medical attention for a laryngoscopy to rule out any masses, as well as to consider medication treatment. In addition to medication, please pay attention to the following lifestyle recommenda...[Read More] Persistent Sore Throat: What Tests Should Be Considered?
Understanding Nasal Turbinate Hypertrophy and Its Impact on Sleep Quality
Is it caused by turbinate hypertrophy? Hello, doctor. The patient has hypertrophy of both the middle and inferior turbinates. During the day while awake, only one side is more congested, but it is not completely blocked, so they rarely feel difficulty breathing. However, once the...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun reply Otolaryngology
Hello, sir. Regarding your questions: 1. If there is hypertrophy of the middle and inferior turbinates, can symptoms still occur even without obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)? (I have undergone neurological examinations, MRI, and cardiology assessments with no issues, and I do not...[Read More] Understanding Nasal Turbinate Hypertrophy and Its Impact on Sleep Quality
Understanding Tinnitus After Fever: When to Seek Medical Advice
Tinnitus following a fever? Hello, doctor! Two weeks ago, I went to the hospital to have a conjunctival stone removed, and afterwards, I developed a fever. During the fever, I experienced loud tinnitus. After taking a nap, I felt somewhat better, and the tinnitus was not as prono...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun reply Otolaryngology
Hello Ms. Li, The issues you mentioned may be due to: 1) Eustachian tube dysfunction: This is the most common cause and can occur not only during flying, hiking, or diving, but also when forcefully blowing your nose or bending over. 2) Sudden sensorineural hearing loss. 3) Otit...[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus After Fever: When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Tinnitus issues? Hello Doctor: On March 15, 2017, while working in a noisy environment, I suddenly experienced a sharp pain in my ear. After three visits to a general otolaryngologist, my tinnitus (in my right ear) did not improve. I then went to a major hospital for further exam...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun reply Otolaryngology
Hello Ms. Hsu, The issues you mentioned could possibly be due to: 1) Eustachian tube dysfunction: This is the most common cause and can occur not only during activities like flying, climbing, or diving, but also when forcefully blowing your nose or bending over. 2) Vestibular n...[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Understanding Temporary Tinnitus and Ear Pressure During Exercise
Ear fullness and tinnitus? I would like to ask the doctor why I experience temporary tinnitus and a feeling of fullness in my ears whenever I exercise or become too breathless? It seems to improve when I am not as breathless. Is there something wrong with my body?
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun reply Otolaryngology
Hello Oliver, The issue you mentioned could possibly be due to: 1) Eustachian tube dysfunction: This is the most common cause and can occur not only during flying, climbing, or diving, but also when forcefully blowing your nose or bending over. 2) Sudden sensorineural hearing l...[Read More] Understanding Temporary Tinnitus and Ear Pressure During Exercise
Understanding Pain Around the Submandibular Gland: Causes and Solutions
In the past few days, I have been experiencing pain around the submandibular glands when opening my mouth and swallowing? Today (April 30), I feel pain (a soreness) around the submandibular gland when opening my mouth, chewing, and swallowing. Swallowing is not as smooth as befor...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun reply Otolaryngology
Hello Daisy, based on your description, it is most likely a submandibular salivary gland infection (I assume that by "顎下腺" you mean "submandibular gland," as there is currently no term "顎下腺"). This can be caused by either a viral or bacterial infecti...[Read More] Understanding Pain Around the Submandibular Gland: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Abnormal Sensations in the Left Ear: Causes and Solutions
Abnormal sensation in the left ear? This condition has been present for two to three years. Whenever I hear loud sounds, such as announcements in large venues or sharp noises, my left ear produces a sound similar to that of pinching my nose and blowing. The clinic doctor examined...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun reply Otolaryngology
Dear Mr. Hsueh, The issues you mentioned could be due to: 1) Eustachian tube dysfunction: This is the most common cause and can occur not only during air travel, mountain climbing, or diving, but also when forcefully blowing your nose or bending over. 2) Sudden sensorineural hea...[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Sensations in the Left Ear: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Uneven Hearing: Earwax and Eustachian Tube Issues
Asymmetry of the ears? Hello Doctor, on the morning of April 9th (Sunday), I noticed that my right ear was slightly unclear in hearing. On the evening of April 10th (Monday), I visited a doctor and was informed that it was due to earwax buildup. The doctor used a tool (similar to...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun reply Otolaryngology
Hello Steve, The issue you mentioned could be due to: 1) Eustachian tube dysfunction: This is the most common cause and can occur not only during flying, climbing, or diving, but also when forcefully blowing your nose or bending over. 2) Sudden sensorineural hearing loss. 3) Ot...[Read More] Understanding Uneven Hearing: Earwax and Eustachian Tube Issues
Understanding Jaw Lymph Node Issues: When to Seek Medical Attention
Submandibular lymph node issues? Hello Dr. Chi, last week I noticed a small hard lump in my jaw area that is movable. Since I discovered it, I feel that the lump has been getting smaller, but today when I touched it, it felt harder and more pronounced, although it is still movabl...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun reply Otolaryngology
Hello Ms. Li, based on your description, it is most likely that you are experiencing recurrent acne on the chin, along with symptoms of a cold, and accompanying cervical lymphadenopathy. Treatment typically involves the use of certain medications, and antibiotics may be prescribe...[Read More] Understanding Jaw Lymph Node Issues: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Chronic Sinusitis: Ear Pressure and Mucus Issues Explained
Chronic sinusitis In the past three months, I have experienced post-nasal drip without a runny nose, and both of my ears feel clogged, with a buzzing sound in the right ear. I often hear a popping sensation in my ears, and my voice sounds different in each ear. I have been taking...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun reply Otolaryngology
Hello, the issues you mentioned may be due to: 1) Eustachian tube dysfunction: This is the most common cause and can occur not only during flying, climbing, or diving, but also when blowing your nose forcefully or bending over. 2) Sudden sensorineural hearing loss. 3) Otitis medi...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Sinusitis: Ear Pressure and Mucus Issues Explained
Why Does My Right Ear Make a 'Wave' Sound When I Move?
There is a whooshing sound in the right ear when turning the head or nodding? Hello, doctor. Recently, whenever I turn my head to swallow saliva or nod, I sometimes hear a 'pop' sound in my right ear, but after doing it a few times, it goes away. I'm a bit worried....
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun reply Otolaryngology
Hello Weiwei, The issues you mentioned may be due to: 1) Eustachian tube dysfunction: This is the most common cause and can occur not only during flying, climbing, or diving, but also when forcefully blowing your nose or bending over, especially in individuals with nasal allerg...[Read More] Why Does My Right Ear Make a 'Wave' Sound When I Move?
Post-Fever Loss of Smell: Understanding Olfactory Dysfunction and Treatment
Loss of smell after fever, with subsequent treatment resulting in hyposmia? A few months ago, after experiencing a significant fever, I lost my sense of smell and taste. I consulted an otolaryngologist who suspected that my olfactory nerve was damaged and recommended that I go to...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun reply Otolaryngology
Hello Mr. Jan, Olfactory dysfunction may be caused by inflammation or central nervous system issues. If it is due to inflammation, conditions such as allergic rhinitis, sinusitis, or nasal tumors could be responsible. If it is related to the central nervous system, a neurologis...[Read More] Post-Fever Loss of Smell: Understanding Olfactory Dysfunction and Treatment
Understanding Small Neck Lymph Nodes: What to Watch For After CT Scan
CT scan shows several lymph nodes smaller than 10mm. What should be noted? CT scan of the head and neck with pre- and post-contrast enhancement, axial sections, revealed: - Several small (less than 10 mm) lymphadenopathies in the bilateral submandibular space, both carotid space...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun reply Otolaryngology
Hello, although there are many lymph nodes in the neck, based on your description, it is difficult to make a judgment since there are no related symptoms mentioned, only a CT report from 2016. Essentially, the precautions are as stated in the last line of the report -> Recomme...[Read More] Understanding Small Neck Lymph Nodes: What to Watch For After CT Scan
How to Identify If Your Toddler Is Choking on a Fish Bone
Fishbone issues? Hello, doctor. How can I tell if my 2-year-old child has been choked by a fish bone? I'm not sure if there is one since I saw an elder in the family feeding him fish without removing the bones! I'm worried there might be a fish bone, but the child can&#...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun reply Otolaryngology
Hello Ms. Chia, Children may not show obvious or specific symptoms when they have a fishbone lodged in their throat. If there is uncertainty about whether a fishbone is causing a blockage, it is advisable to seek medical attention. Wishing you safety and health, Director of...[Read More] How to Identify If Your Toddler Is Choking on a Fish Bone
Severe Pain and Swelling in Right Ear: When to Seek Specialist Help
Pain in the entire right ear? Doctor, my right ear is completely swollen and feels inflamed. It hurts a lot when I press on the right ear, and I also feel pain when swallowing. There is pain on the right side of my head, and most importantly, my right eye feels uncoordinated. My ...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun reply Otolaryngology
Hello Ms. Chou, based on your description that "the right ear is swollen and feels inflamed, it is very painful when pressing on the right ear, and there is pain when swallowing in the throat, along with pain on the right side of the head" --> it could possibly be du...[Read More] Severe Pain and Swelling in Right Ear: When to Seek Specialist Help
Sudden Hearing Loss and Tinnitus in One Ear: What You Should Know
Hearing loss in one ear accompanied by tinnitus? Hello, on the evening of March 18th, I suddenly experienced a significant reduction in hearing in my left ear, followed by a loud ringing sound that lasted for about 3 to 4 seconds, after which everything returned to normal. Could ...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun reply Otolaryngology
Hello, Ms. Lin. The issues you mentioned may be due to 1) Eustachian tube dysfunction: This can occur not only during air travel, hiking, or diving, but also when forcefully blowing your nose or bending over. It may be intermittent or persistent. 2) Sudden sensorineural hearing l...[Read More] Sudden Hearing Loss and Tinnitus in One Ear: What You Should Know
Understanding Lymphadenopathy: Causes, Treatment, and Recovery Insights
Lymphadenopathy I discovered lymphadenopathy on January 27, and I had a severe sore throat that made it difficult to speak. I visited a nearby otolaryngologist who diagnosed me with lymphadenopathy and tonsillitis. After a few days, my throat pain subsided, but I still felt disco...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun reply Otolaryngology
Hello Ms. X, based on your description, it is most likely that you are experiencing tonsillitis accompanied by cervical lymphadenopathy, which is often treated with medication, including antibiotics if necessary. However, if the swelling in the neck continues to progress and lead...[Read More] Understanding Lymphadenopathy: Causes, Treatment, and Recovery Insights
Persistent Throat Irritation and Cough: Understanding Potential Causes
Itchy throat and cough, as if there is a lump? I smoked from the age of 14 until I quit on October 24, 2013, when I started working at my current job in customer service, which involves talking all day. I also talk a lot at home. Since quitting smoking, I've been speaking mo...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun reply Otolaryngology
Hello Mr. Mu, based on your description, it is most likely that you are experiencing pharyngitis and oral ulcers along with tonsilloliths. Treatment typically involves the use of certain medications, and antibiotics may be prescribed if necessary. It seems that there are multiple...[Read More] Persistent Throat Irritation and Cough: Understanding Potential Causes
Occasional Hoarseness After Cold: What Could Be Wrong?
Occasional hoarseness of voice? About a month ago, I had a cold, but after recovering, I occasionally experience hoarseness (almost no voice) without any throat pain. Other than that, I don't have any other discomfort. Could you please tell me what might be happening with my...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun reply Otolaryngology
Hello, based on your description, there are many potential causes for hoarseness, including laryngitis, vocal cord edema, vocal cord nodules, and poor vocal cord function. It is advisable to first visit an otolaryngologist for an endoscopic examination to determine the exact caus...[Read More] Occasional Hoarseness After Cold: What Could Be Wrong?
Why Is My Nose Breathing Noisy? Understanding Unusual Breathing Sounds
Abnormal sounds during nasal breathing? I have a louder than normal breathing sound compared to others, and when I breathe through my nose, there are often strange noises that resemble a whistling sound. Others have commented on how loud my breathing is. I consistently make sound...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun reply Otolaryngology
Hello, Ms. Lin. Based on your description of "strange sounds when breathing through the nose," there are several possible causes. The most common include anatomical variations of the nasal structure (such as nasal septal perforation), sinusitis, allergic rhinitis, devia...[Read More] Why Is My Nose Breathing Noisy? Understanding Unusual Breathing Sounds