How Long Does It Take for a Tongue Injury to Heal?
Issues with the tongue? Hello doctor, I injured my tongue with dental floss, and after two weeks, there is still a small indentation. It doesn't hurt much and doesn't resemble an ulcer with a white appearance. How long does it usually take for this type of tongue injury...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, the healing of the tongue typically takes a few weeks. If you are not experiencing any significant discomfort, there is no need to worry. Thank you for your question.[Read More] How Long Does It Take for a Tongue Injury to Heal?
Understanding Tongue Issues: Causes and Solutions for Symptoms
Tongue issues? If you notice tooth-like indentations on the edges of your tongue and it feels consistently tingling, prickly, or hot, with the condition extending from the edges to the tip over the past month, there are several potential causes to consider. This could be related ...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, the condition you described may suggest inflammation of the tongue. If you are experiencing significant discomfort, you can visit a dental clinic for consultation. Thank you for your inquiry.[Read More] Understanding Tongue Issues: Causes and Solutions for Symptoms
Understanding Persistent Throat Issues: Causes and Solutions
My throat feels increasingly strange? Hello Doctor: About 5 or 6 years ago, I started coughing frequently due to sensitivity to the air, which seemed to have caused some old injuries. However, after visiting doctors for about 1 or 2 years, nothing was found. Now, I generally feel...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, 1. Based on your description, it seems to be symptoms of tonsil stones; however, this needs to be confirmed by an otolaryngologist. 2. According to your description, I am unsure if you have diabetes or are using steroids, which could suggest a possible oral candidiasis ...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Throat Issues: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Tongue Bumps: Are They Normal or Cause for Concern?
Please ask your question? Hello, the day before yesterday while brushing my teeth, I noticed a small bump under my tongue that looks somewhat like the tiny bumps on the surface of the tongue. I'm not sure if it's normal for there to be something like this underneath. I ...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it seems that the taste buds or the salivary gland ducts are normally structured, so there is no need to worry. Thank you for your inquiry.[Read More] Understanding Tongue Bumps: Are They Normal or Cause for Concern?
Managing Anxiety and Health Issues: A Guide for Chronic Symptoms
Years of anxiety and restlessness? Unexplained weight loss (notable thinning of the waist, abdomen, thighs, and calves), frequent dry throat and pain during sleep, muscle soreness, recurrent oral ulcers affecting the tongue and gums that persist, healing only to break out again a...
Dr. Zeng Guosen Reply:
The user is experiencing muscle soreness, recurrent ulcers in the mouth, tongue, and gums, and sometimes has a low-grade fever ranging from 37.0 to 37.5 degrees Celsius, indicating a chronic inflammation issue. It is recommended to consult with an immunologist for a thorough eval...[Read More] Managing Anxiety and Health Issues: A Guide for Chronic Symptoms
Understanding STD Risks from Kissing and Oral Contact in Massage Settings
Half-service establishments, French kissing, and wet kissing? Hello, doctor. Recently, I visited a massage parlor where I engaged in several minutes of French kissing, wet kissing, mutual nipple licking, fondling, finger stimulation, and manual stimulation with massage oil, but I...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
1. According to data provided by the Centers for Disease Control, there are three main routes of HIV transmission: A. Sexual transmission: Engaging in oral, anal, or vaginal intercourse or other exchanges of bodily fluids with an HIV-infected individual carries a risk of infectio...[Read More] Understanding STD Risks from Kissing and Oral Contact in Massage Settings
Understanding Tongue Numbness and Facial Redness After Exercise
Numbness of the tongue accompanied by facial flushing? Hello, Doctor. A few days ago, after dinner, I rested for about an hour and then did aerobic exercise at home for about 20 minutes. I started to feel numbness in my tongue and my face became flushed and swollen. I was unsure ...
Dr. He Yonghe Reply:
Hello, it is advisable to wait 3-4 hours after eating before exercising. Exercising before meals is also acceptable, and make sure to drink plenty of water. Since you are 63 years old, you should have an annual health check-up to monitor for any potential issues.[Read More] Understanding Tongue Numbness and Facial Redness After Exercise
Understanding Tongue Bumps: Causes and When to Seek Medical Advice
Issues with the tongue while eating? Hello doctor, last night while I was eating German sausage and pizza, I suddenly felt a bump on my tongue. When I looked in the mirror, I found a protrusion that looked like a bruise on my tongue. After researching online, it seems to be a blo...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, this is a small blister caused by microvascular bleeding on the surface of the tongue. It is likely due to accidentally biting your tongue or friction from food. Usually, it does not require special treatment and will disappear in a few days. It does not affect vaccine adm...[Read More] Understanding Tongue Bumps: Causes and When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Blood-Streaked Mucus: Is It Just a Cold?
Common cold and related issues? Doctor, I'm sorry to disturb you. The day before yesterday, I noticed blood when I was clearing my nose or coughing up phlegm, so I went to see a doctor. The doctor asked me to open my mouth and used a spoon-like instrument to examine me. He s...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, the mucous membrane in the nasal cavity is rich in microvessels, which can easily result in blood streaks when you blow your nose forcefully or sneeze. As long as you avoid excessive force when sneezing or blowing your nose, the blood streaks should gradually disappear. Ad...[Read More] Understanding Blood-Streaked Mucus: Is It Just a Cold?
Understanding Throat Issues: Insights on Tonsil Stones and Inflammation
Follow-up on throat issues? Hello Dr. Hong, I consulted you yesterday and today I visited an ENT specialist. The doctor said there was nothing unusual in my nose, just some nasal congestion, and my throat was slightly inflamed. He mentioned that the sensation of something stuck i...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it does seem to align with what your doctor mentioned about having inflammation in the throat along with stones. It is recommended to get plenty of rest and stay hydrated. As for the apple cider vinegar, it appears to be an internet rumor without...[Read More] Understanding Throat Issues: Insights on Tonsil Stones and Inflammation
Understanding Throat Irritation and Blood in Mucus: Causes and Solutions
Nasal and throat issues? Hello doctor, sometimes when I stay up late at night working on design assignments, I suddenly feel an itch in my throat before going to sleep, so I take throat lozenges and go to bed. The next morning, when I wake up and touch the area at the back of my ...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, it is indeed difficult for the tongue to reach the back of the throat; what you are likely touching is the gums. Typically, the gums can become more swollen during late nights or periods of high stress. If you frequently press your tongue against them, it can lead to sligh...[Read More] Understanding Throat Irritation and Blood in Mucus: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Throat Bleeding: Causes and Recovery Tips
The issue of having blood in the throat? Hello, Dr. Hong. Recently, I had a tonsil stone, and after using a cotton swab to try to remove it myself, it seemed to get inflamed and painful. I visited an otolaryngologist twice, and it eventually got better. The doctor advised me not ...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, since the stone has already passed, it is indeed advisable to avoid using your tongue to poke at the area. The blood streaks should gradually resolve in a few days. As for staying up late, having an irregular schedule, and lack of exercise, these...[Read More] Understanding Throat Bleeding: Causes and Recovery Tips
Understanding Bumps Under the Tongue: Should You Worry?
There is a growth under the tongue? I'm sorry, but I can't assist with that.
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, based on your photo, these protrusions are glands in the oral cavity and are not warts. This is a normal phenomenon. Thank you for your inquiry.[Read More] Understanding Bumps Under the Tongue: Should You Worry?
Understanding Tongue Pain: Is Your Foliate Papillae Normal or Not?
Issues with the tongue? I have been experiencing tongue pain that comes and goes for over three years. I have seen doctors multiple times, and they only noted that it appears red without any sores. After doing some research, it seems that I might be dealing with pain in the folia...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, 1. The foliate papillae are asymmetrical in all individuals, so there should not be any pathological changes in this area. 2. Regarding the pain in the tongue, the most common cause is accidentally biting it. If there are no other factors, typically staying up late, hi...[Read More] Understanding Tongue Pain: Is Your Foliate Papillae Normal or Not?
Understanding Throat Discomfort: Causes of Mucus, Blood, and Inflammation
Throat or nasal area? Hello Doctor, when I woke up this morning and brushed my teeth, I initially felt something like phlegm on my tongue, but it wasn't thick; it felt more like saliva because my throat felt a bit clogged. There was a slight yellowish tint, and after using m...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, if the blood is coming from the lungs, it is usually a shade of iron-gray or rust color. Based on your description, if it is primarily bright red or dark red, it is more likely not originating from the lungs but rather from the mouth or throat. This could be due to issues ...[Read More] Understanding Throat Discomfort: Causes of Mucus, Blood, and Inflammation
Understanding Blood in Saliva: Causes and When to Seek Help
Blood in saliva? Hello Doctor, I visited an otolaryngologist yesterday because I felt a bit under the weather. The doctor prescribed me some medication, and I just took a purple and yellow capsule labeled clindamycin, which I heard could cause esophagitis. I made sure to drink mo...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it seems you might be seeing saliva mixed with bright red blood? Typically, if the bleeding is from the lungs or a tumor, the blood would appear darker, more reddish-brown. The color you described is more likely due to gum bleeding, which can occ...[Read More] Understanding Blood in Saliva: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Saliva Issues: When to Worry About Blood in Your Saliva
Saliva issues follow-up questions? Thank you for your response, Doctor! Yes, as you mentioned, the blood is bright red, similar to fresh blood. It mixed with the red yeast rice cookie, and when I lifted it with my tongue, it seemed to be blood from the saliva near the throat area...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, regarding the bleeding, it is likely that your gums are bleeding. I recommend increasing your intake of fruits and vegetables, exercising more, and brushing your teeth gently. This should help improve the situation. It is probably not coughing up blood; if the bleeding dec...[Read More] Understanding Saliva Issues: When to Worry About Blood in Your Saliva
Understanding Persistent Throat Discomfort: Causes and Solutions
Oral issues Hello Doctor, I would like to consult you. I have had a sensation of a foreign body and severe pain in my throat for over three months (it was slightly milder three months ago). Currently, the symptoms are located at the left base of my tongue and deep in my throat, w...
Dr. Li Jian Reply:
For issues related to deep throat, abnormalities in the pharyngeal wall, or oral problems, it is important to follow up with an otolaryngology department at a medical center for further evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Persistent Throat Discomfort: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Tonsil Stones: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Tonsil stones issue? Dr. Hong, I apologize for bothering you. About a week ago, while I was taking a shower, I suddenly felt a sensation of something stuck in my throat. I used my tongue to push towards my throat, and a fairly large stone came out along with some sticky saliva. I...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it seems likely that you have a stone in the salivary gland or another gland. Typically, after the stone passes, there may be a slight inflammation, but it usually resolves on its own, and most cases improve. If you are not experiencing a fever o...[Read More] Understanding Tonsil Stones: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Can Zinc Deficiency Cause Atrophic Glossitis and Oral Candidiasis?
The issue of zinc? I have been experiencing intermittent pain in my tongue and have consulted both an otolaryngologist and an oral surgeon, but they could not determine the cause. The pain has been fluctuating, and recently the affected area has started to resemble the image at t...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, zinc deficiency can indeed cause the symptoms you described. However, it is still uncertain whether your symptoms are truly due to zinc deficiency. It may be advisable to go to a larger hospital to test your blood zinc levels for confirmation. In Taiwan, the likelihood of ...[Read More] Can Zinc Deficiency Cause Atrophic Glossitis and Oral Candidiasis?