Dr. Ye Dawei reply Otolaryngology Question - Page 18

There is a small hard mass located in the middle next to the underside of the tongue? There is a small hard mass located on the underside of my tongue in the middle. I can feel it when I move my tongue down. I have seen a doctor, but they are still uncertain about what it is. It ...

Frequent dry mouth? Hello, doctor: I feel very uncomfortable in my throat and often experience dry mouth, even though I drink at least 4000 cc of water every day. Each time I drink water, within three minutes my throat becomes dry again. I can't even breathe in cold air; it ...

Nasal congestion Hello, doctor: I have a nasal condition, and every time I use the computer, my nasal congestion worsens. Is this normal?

excuse me? Hello, doctor. I have a question. I have had sinusitis for a long time, for several years, and I didn't even realize it until I went to see an ENT specialist after catching a cold. Recently, I've been feeling like I have a lot of phlegm, so much that it feels...

Do I need surgery for a lingual thyroid cyst? Hello, I am 28 years old and female. During the period of January to February, I noticed what seems to be a "thyroid prominence," but since I am a woman, it shouldn't be present. This lump is somewhat protruding, which ...

There is a ringing sound in the ear? Hello: For the past week, I have been experiencing intermittent tinnitus that sounds like a drum in my ear. I do not have nasal congestion and do not feel like I have a cold, but I have been experiencing pain in my upper back. Last night, the ...

The snoring is surprisingly loud? I usually snore while sleeping, but recently, for the past half month, my snoring has become alarmingly loud. Sometimes my breathing stops for one or two seconds and then suddenly becomes very loud, which has caused my wife, who already has diffi...

Tongue issues? Hello, I recently noticed that my tongue seems to be enlarged, as I can see indentations on the sides when I stick it out. Although it's not very noticeable, I've also been biting my cheeks and lips easily while eating. My blood pressure is normal. Could ...

Does tonsillectomy have any adverse effects on the body in the future? I have noticed an increase in my daily hair loss since I had my tonsils removed three years ago. Could this hair loss issue be caused by the tonsillectomy? Additionally, I recently heard from a traditional Chi...

excuse me? Regarding your question: persistent nasal congestion in the right nostril, postnasal drip, and normal X-ray findings with no improvement from medication—what could be the cause and how should it be treated? Dr. Yeh Da-Wei from the ENT department suggests: Mr. Qiu, si...

Nasal congestion Chronic nasal congestion in the right nostril with post-nasal drip, normal X-ray findings, and no improvement with medication may indicate several potential causes. These could include: 1. **Chronic Sinusitis**: Inflammation of the sinuses that may not always sh...

I don't know when the next drop of nosebleed will occur? Hello, doctor. I have a history of nosebleeds that occur unexpectedly, regardless of time or place. I have seen doctors, but no specific cause has been identified. This morning, while bending down to brush my teeth, my...

Regarding hearing impairment and speech therapy? Hello Dr. Yeh, I live in Hsinchu and I am looking for a doctor who can assist my mother with her speech issues. My mother is 56 years old and holds a moderate hearing impairment certificate. Due to family circumstances, we would ...

Do you often experience numbness in your mouth? Recently, I've been experiencing frequent numbness in my mouth and tongue, and I have a bit of loss of taste when eating. I'm not sure what's going on. If I were to see a doctor, which specialty should I consult? Coul...

Swimming Hello, doctor: How should I handle water getting into my ears while swimming to ensure it's better for my ears? Thank you.

Salivary gland tumor Hello Doctor: I am 172 cm tall and weigh 74 kg, with a smoking history of 15 years. Last July (one year ago), I suddenly felt a slight pain behind my right ear. Upon touching it, I discovered a lump that was tender when pressed, but I didn't feel much di...

Surgery for vocal cord nodules? I would like to ask, my vocal cords have been examined by a doctor and show symptoms of nodules, but I do not notice any issues when speaking or singing, only that my voice gets easily fatigued. Is this condition suitable for surgical treatment, or...

It’s weird!! Dear Dr. Yeh, I have been experiencing pain in the cartilage area behind my left cheek near the ear for over a week. It becomes quite uncomfortable when I yawn or eat large bites. My daily routine is normal, my diet is light, and I exercise sufficiently. Please asse...

Regarding thyroid blood values? Hello, doctor: I would like to ask about my low T3 levels, while T4 is unknown and TSH is normal. The ultrasound of my thyroid was reported as normal. What does this signify? Should I not be concerned, or is there something I need to pay attention ...

Nasal septal perforation Due to nasal congestion, I underwent surgery that resulted in a perforation. I have consulted other physicians, but none of them support performing a "patching surgery." However, I frequently experience discomfort, such as dryness, excessive sec...