Managing Allergies: Safety of Nasal Sprays and New Light Therapy Options
Inquiry about allergy issues (forwarded from the Director's mailbox) Hello, Director: My son is now a high school student, and he is allergic to dust mites, which causes him to have a runny nose year-round. He is currently using "Nasal Comfort" spray twice a day, w...
Dr. Ye Dawei reply Otolaryngology
Sir, your questions are answered as follows: 1. It will not be harmful to the body. 2. The treatment efficacy is controversial; it is also a type of surgical treatment. It is generally available at pharmacies. It is not covered by health insurance. You may inquire at a medical ce...[Read More] Managing Allergies: Safety of Nasal Sprays and New Light Therapy Options
How to Remove a Fish Bone Stuck in Your Throat Safely
Fish bone stuck in the throat? Yesterday, while eating fish, I accidentally swallowed a fish bone. I initially thought that swallowing some rice would help, but it still feels stuck in my throat. I decided to wait until tomorrow morning to see if it would resolve itself, but it s...
Dr. Ye Dawei reply Otolaryngology
Please schedule an appointment with the Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) department for an endoscopic examination.[Read More] How to Remove a Fish Bone Stuck in Your Throat Safely
How to Improve Dry Mouth and Discomfort from Sleeping with Mouth Open
Sleep habits can lead to some cognitive difficulties? Hello Dr. Yeh, I have a concern that when I sleep, my mouth tends to stay open, which results in waking up every day with a particularly dry mouth and tongue. Since I am currently on an offshore island, it is even colder and d...
Dr. Ye Dawei reply Otolaryngology
"Household child's breathing is already like thunder" – Snoring and Sleep Apnea Syndrome "Night drinking, Dongpo wakes up and gets drunk again, returning home, it feels like three in the morning. The household child's breathing is already like thunder......[Read More] How to Improve Dry Mouth and Discomfort from Sleeping with Mouth Open
Understanding Tongue Issues: Common Concerns and Remedies
Issues with the tongue? Hello Doctor: I have a few questions for you. I have something that looks like a blister on the back of my tongue. I visited a physician at Taipei Hospital, who said it was a large taste bud and that there were no white patches. The doctor also mentioned i...
Dr. Ye Dawei reply Otolaryngology
Sir, your condition may be pathological and may not revert to its original color. Tongue discoloration is abnormal. Please refrain from consuming betel nut. The leukoplakia may progress to cancer.[Read More] Understanding Tongue Issues: Common Concerns and Remedies
Voice Surgery: Services and Recovery Time at Taipei City Hospital
Vocal cord surgery My voice is very low and rough. I hope to undergo surgery. Does Taipei City Hospital provide vocal cord surgery services? If I have the surgery, how long will I need to rest afterward?
Dr. Ye Dawei reply Otolaryngology
Whether or not vocal cord surgery is needed depends on the size of the vocal cord polyp. After the surgery, voice rest is required for 1 to 2 weeks. To maintain vocal cord health, it is important to avoid irritating foods, stay well-hydrated, speak softly, and refrain from strain...[Read More] Voice Surgery: Services and Recovery Time at Taipei City Hospital
Is Light Therapy Effective for Allergic Rhinitis? Exploring BIOnase Device
Is light therapy effective for allergic rhinitis? (Forwarded from the Director's mailbox) According to medical advice, individuals with nasal allergies can rinse their noses daily with saline solution. However, since young children may find it difficult to undergo nasal irri...
Dr. Ye Dawei reply Otolaryngology
I am not very familiar with the advertised product. However, I have not heard of any recommendations for its use from the Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) Medical Association or medical centers.[Read More] Is Light Therapy Effective for Allergic Rhinitis? Exploring BIOnase Device
What Is That Yellow Bump in My Throat and Why Does It Smell?
A small yellow object has grown in my throat? It sounds like you may have developed a tonsil stone, also known as a tonsillolith. These are small, calcified deposits that can form in the crevices of the tonsils. They can have a yellowish color and may emit a foul odor due to the ...
Dr. Ye Dawei reply Otolaryngology
Mr. Regarding your question, it should be "talkative and eat from all directions"! However, since today's topic is "oral ulcers," let's borrow this saying. In the otolaryngology clinic, we often encounter patients of all ages and backgrounds with thi...[Read More] What Is That Yellow Bump in My Throat and Why Does It Smell?
Understanding Taste Buds: What Happens When They Disappear?
Taste buds on the tongue? I previously didn't know if I bit or ate something, but suddenly my tongue started to hurt a bit. The next day, a small area turned dark red, looking like a bruise. It's better now, but it seems like the taste buds in that area are missing... W...
Dr. Ye Dawei reply Otolaryngology
Mr. may lose his sense of taste, but it may also return.[Read More] Understanding Taste Buds: What Happens When They Disappear?
New Radiofrequency Treatment for Allergic Rhinitis: Benefits and Risks
A new method for treating nasal allergies involves radiofrequency ablation of allergic nerves? Hello, doctor. Recently, the news reported a new treatment for allergic rhinitis called "radiofrequency thermal ablation technique." This technique is guided by an endoscope, ...
Dr. Ye Dawei reply Otolaryngology
This new therapy should have no side effects. Currently, health insurance does not cover this procedure, so it has not been widely used. Allergic rhinitis cannot be cured.[Read More] New Radiofrequency Treatment for Allergic Rhinitis: Benefits and Risks
Non-Surgical Solutions for Chronic Tonsillitis: Seeking Alternatives
I'm sorry Doctor: I have a concern that my tonsils are enlarged, and I experience about 7 to 8 episodes of tonsillitis each year. However, I really don't want to undergo surgery. Are there any other methods to prevent tonsil inflammation without surgery? I hope there ar...
Dr. Ye Dawei reply Otolaryngology
The tonsils are also part of the body's immune system. If they are frequently inflamed, it may indicate that your resistance and immune function are compromised. Take good care of your body by maintaining a regular schedule, having a balanced diet, quitting smoking, and keep...[Read More] Non-Surgical Solutions for Chronic Tonsillitis: Seeking Alternatives
Understanding Ear Lobe Issues: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
About the earlobe? Hello, Doctor: My symptoms are somewhat similar to those of some commenters on the forum, but I still haven't received answers from their descriptions, so I would like to ask you about my condition. About a few weeks ago, I started experiencing pain when I...
Dr. Ye Dawei reply Otolaryngology
Ma'am, it may not necessarily disappear. It is a sebaceous cyst. In severe cases, surgical removal may be required.[Read More] Understanding Ear Lobe Issues: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Ear Pressure and Headaches: Causes and Solutions
Question! Hello Dr. Yeh: Recently, I have experienced a sensation of blood rushing to my head accompanied by a roaring sound when I squat down and then stand up. Afterward, it usually resolves, but sometimes I also feel a dull headache in the back of my head along with a sensatio...
Dr. Ye Dawei reply Otolaryngology
Miss, your issue may be related to Eustachian tube obstruction and tinnitus. Here is a reference article. ----------------------------------------------------------- **"Local Surrounding the Central" – Correct Concepts for Treating Tinnitus** Mr. Chang Jun-Hong from t...[Read More] Understanding Ear Pressure and Headaches: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Bumps at the Back of the Tongue: Causes and Concerns
Small bumps have appeared at the back of the throat near the tongue? Due to the demands of work, I frequently smoke and drink alcohol. A few days ago, while inducing vomiting, I noticed small bumps at the back of my tongue and throat, and I also experience a stinging sensation wh...
Dr. Ye Dawei reply Otolaryngology
Sir, please come to the outpatient clinic for an examination to confirm and rule out the possibility of a malignant tumor.[Read More] Understanding Bumps at the Back of the Tongue: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Nasopharyngoscopy: Can It Detect Oropharyngeal Cancer?
Nasopharyngoscopy Doctor, in a general hospital's health check-up, can a nasopharyngoscopy not only check for nasopharyngeal cancer but also detect hypopharyngeal cancer? Thank you.
Dr. Ye Dawei reply Otolaryngology
Endoscopy can also be used to detect hypopharyngeal cancer.[Read More] Understanding Nasopharyngoscopy: Can It Detect Oropharyngeal Cancer?
Understanding Air Regurgitation During Eating: Causes and Solutions
The process of eating can easily lead to the expulsion of air? Hello Doctor: Since I was in the third year of middle school, I have experienced a feeling of bloating in my stomach while eating. At that moment, I usually stand up, take deep breaths, and contract my abdomen, then e...
Dr. Ye Dawei reply Otolaryngology
Sir, your issue may be esophageal stricture. Whether surgery is needed can only be determined after a consultation and examination. It is possible that surgery is not required. In clinical practice, I have also encountered patients with severe funnel chest who experience eating d...[Read More] Understanding Air Regurgitation During Eating: Causes and Solutions
Dizziness and Vision Problems: Understanding Inner Ear Issues
Dizziness and Vision Hello Dr. Yeh, In November 2004, I experienced ear fullness, tinnitus, and headaches (on the right side and posterior). An ophthalmological examination revealed elevated intraocular pressure due to glaucoma (approximately 23-24 mmHg). After treatment with ey...
Dr. Ye Dawei reply Otolaryngology
Mr. The eye symptoms can cause dizziness. Are there any other conditions that require a clinic visit for examination? Only then can we know. My clinic hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings.[Read More] Dizziness and Vision Problems: Understanding Inner Ear Issues
Understanding Throat Cancer: Stages, Treatment Options, and Family Support
Laryngeal cancer has been diagnosed? My father's condition started with discomfort in his throat, and it has been 5 to 6 months before he went to the hospital for an examination. The doctor diagnosed him with throat cancer. Initially, the doctor said surgery was an option, b...
Dr. Ye Dawei reply Otolaryngology
Laryngeal cancer: Is surgery necessary? There is much debate, and opinions among physicians vary. The stage of laryngeal cancer can only be determined through clinical examination. Diet and bodily diseases are closely related, and it is advisable to consult various literature on ...[Read More] Understanding Throat Cancer: Stages, Treatment Options, and Family Support
Can Psychiatric Medications Help Treat Tinnitus Symptoms?
Can psychiatric medications be used to treat tinnitus? I have been experiencing tinnitus for a year and a half. I have seen all the ENT specialists and both public and private clinics, and they all say that there is no treatment for tinnitus at this time. As a result, I was refer...
Dr. Ye Dawei reply Otolaryngology
These three types have no adverse side effects.[Read More] Can Psychiatric Medications Help Treat Tinnitus Symptoms?
Understanding Deviated Septum: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Deviated septum Please respond as soon as possible. Thank you. The diagnosed symptoms are "allergic rhinitis," "chronic hypertrophic rhinitis," and "deviated septum." The feelings include: nasal congestion, heaviness in the head, insomnia, no nasal d...
Dr. Ye Dawei reply Otolaryngology
1. The deviation of the nasal septum is a subjective assessment by the physician, primarily based on the symptoms of nasal obstruction. 2. Not applicable. 3. From the nose. 4. I also had surgery at the age of 18. 5. Immediate improvement; complete resolution will occur in...[Read More] Understanding Deviated Septum: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Effective Treatments and Exercises for Sinusitis Relief
Sinusitis I have sinusitis and experience nasal congestion both in the morning and evening. Are there any treatments available? Besides taking medication, should I exercise?
Dr. Ye Dawei reply Otolaryngology
**Mr. Yeh Da-Wei's ENT Clinic Medical Education** **Date: 2000/02/20** **Leading Vertigo Specialist in the Zhuliu Area, Pioneer in Internet Medicine in Taiwan** **Website: http://www.csie.nctu.edu.tw/~yehdawei** This article will be organized in the future under the ...[Read More] Effective Treatments and Exercises for Sinusitis Relief