Understanding Oral Health: White Bumps and Healing After Injury
Oral issues? Hello, Doctor. About five days ago, I accidentally bit my mouth while eating, causing some bleeding and seemingly biting off a small piece of skin, but I didn't tear it off. I applied oral ointment for about two days, and there was no bleeding, so I didn't ...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, the healing wound in your oral cavity does indeed appear as you described, with a white color. It should gradually heal and the discoloration will eventually fade. If it continues to enlarge or does not heal, then medical attention will be necessary. Thank you for your inq...[Read More] Understanding Oral Health: White Bumps and Healing After Injury
Understanding the Significance of Phlegm Color and Texture in Health
The color and consistency of sputum? Hello, doctor. Recently, I saw on LINE and the internet that white foamy sputum could indicate issues such as bronchitis or lung adenocarcinoma. I noticed that when I use my tongue or intentionally cough up phlegm, there are some foamy white a...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
In theory, the sputum of a healthy individual is typically white and frothy. If there is an inflammatory condition, such as pneumonia, the sputum may appear more yellow. In cases of bronchitis or lung adenocarcinoma, the sputum can also be white, but the quantity may be increased...[Read More] Understanding the Significance of Phlegm Color and Texture in Health
Understanding Cold Symptoms and Medication Side Effects: A Patient's Concerns
Side effects and issues related to taking medication for the common cold? Hello Dr. Hong: I woke up yesterday with pain on one side of my tonsil or throat, along with nasal congestion and phlegm. I visited an ENT specialist who examined my tongue to check for any lesions. During ...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, 1. Currently, legitimate clinics have established disinfection procedures for their equipment, and there is no evidence that COVID-19 can be transmitted through medical devices, so there should be no concern regarding COVID-19 infection. 2. Based solely on your descrip...[Read More] Understanding Cold Symptoms and Medication Side Effects: A Patient's Concerns
Understanding Tongue Bumps: Are They Normal or a Cause for Concern?
Issues with the tongue? Hello, Doctor. I accidentally bit my tongue while eating. Although there was no bleeding, I noticed many small bumps on the side of the tip of my tongue when I checked it myself. There are also some on the tip. I would like to know if this is a normal stru...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, yes, these are normal structures on the tongue, so there is no need to worry. Thank you for your question.[Read More] Understanding Tongue Bumps: Are They Normal or a Cause for Concern?
Understanding Tongue Injuries and Cholesterol Management: When to Seek Help
Question for the doctor? Hello, doctor. This afternoon, while biting into a malt cookie, I accidentally scraped my tongue against something stuck to my teeth. Although there was no bleeding, I noticed a small red spot under my tongue. Could this be due to a microvascular bleed? D...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, 1. A small cut on the tongue from accidentally biting it usually heals on its own, unless it worsens; otherwise, there is no need for medical attention. 2. High cholesterol is indeed caused by multiple factors, including diet, exercise, genetics, body composition, and ...[Read More] Understanding Tongue Injuries and Cholesterol Management: When to Seek Help
How Long Does a Tongue Injury Take to Heal? Tips for Faster Recovery
Tongue bite resulting in a laceration? Hello doctor, a few days ago I bit my tongue. At first, it only felt like a slight abrasion, but later it seemed to turn into a small hole. Although it’s not very painful, it is somewhat uncomfortable. I would like to ask if it’s not normal ...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, maintaining a regular routine can indeed accelerate wound healing; however, the healing time primarily depends on individual physiological differences. If there is no sign of healing after more than a week or if there are accompanying other physical discomforts, it is advi...[Read More] How Long Does a Tongue Injury Take to Heal? Tips for Faster Recovery
Understanding Oral Health: Healing Mouth Sores and Dietary Tips
Regarding yesterday's issue? Hello Dr. Hong, thank you for your response and explanation. I would like to ask you a few more questions. In the morning, before brushing my teeth, I notice that when I spit, there may be some saliva mixed with a bit of blood, possibly from my t...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, 1. The healing time varies for each individual, but generally, it takes about 3-5 days. 2. It is normal to have many rough areas inside the mouth or around the teeth; this is a normal physiological phenomenon. 3. Drinking fruit juice can help supplement vitamins and provid...[Read More] Understanding Oral Health: Healing Mouth Sores and Dietary Tips
Dealing with Tongue Injuries and Ear Noise: When to Seek Medical Help
Accidentally biting the tongue while eating and related issues? Hello Dr. Hong, I accidentally bit my tongue while eating fish and there was some bleeding. Now I have a small bump that looks like a blood blister. Should I just leave it alone and let it resolve on its own, or is i...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, 1. For a hole in the tongue, it is recommended not to burst the blister and let it heal on its own. No special treatment is necessary. 2. Prolonged exposure to the same sound can indeed lead to slight hearing damage; however, it depends on the volume and duration of exp...[Read More] Dealing with Tongue Injuries and Ear Noise: When to Seek Medical Help
Understanding Oral Ulcers: Concerns and Treatments Explained
Consultation with a doctor? Hello Dr. Hong, I visited the ENT department at a large hospital because I had taken cold medicine from a general clinic three times, but I still felt pain on the right side of my throat. Yesterday, I noticed a white spot on the inner membrane of my mo...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, 1. Currently, ENT clinics in Taiwan should be following standard disinfection procedures, so there should be no risk of contracting COVID-19 from this. 2. The color changes you described in the mucous membranes are basic variations associated with mucosal inflammation,...[Read More] Understanding Oral Ulcers: Concerns and Treatments Explained
Understanding Throat Pain and the Risks of Swallowing Foreign Objects
Throat issues and ingestion problems? Hello, doctor. I'm not sure if my cold has not fully resolved. Initially, I had a sore throat, and now only one side still hurts. I plan to visit an ENT specialist tomorrow. However, while eating just now, I accidentally swallowed someth...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it seems that your symptoms are likely caused by a cold and not due to any foreign object being lodged. As for the white area you mentioned, I haven't seen it directly, so it's difficult to assess; however, based on your description, it...[Read More] Understanding Throat Pain and the Risks of Swallowing Foreign Objects
Understanding Dry Tongue: Possible Links to Stomach Ulcers and Diabetes
Regarding dry tongue? Hello Doctor, let me describe my condition: Two and a half years ago, during a newborn health check, my fasting blood glucose was 75 mg/dL, with no diabetes, and everything else was normal. About one to two years ago, I experienced two episodes of dry mouth ...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, regarding your question about dry mouth, it is likely not caused by other underlying diseases. Typically, a healthy young person should consume around 2000-3000 cc of fluids (including water) per day, especially in hot weather when fluid loss is rapid. It is advisable to m...[Read More] Understanding Dry Tongue: Possible Links to Stomach Ulcers and Diabetes
Understanding Immune System Issues After Miscarriage: Key Tests to Consider
Is there a problem with the immune system? Hello doctors: Since my miscarriage last year, I have been experiencing persistent dry mouth symptoms. No matter how much water I drink, I still feel dry throughout the day. I have undergone immune system testing and ruled out Sjögren&#x...
Dr. Zeng Guosen Reply:
Hello, internet user. 1. There are many causes of dry mouth and dry tongue, with only a small percentage of cases attributed to immune issues. In addition to blood tests, a commonly overlooked examination for immune problems is a salivary gland biopsy, which is necessary for di...[Read More] Understanding Immune System Issues After Miscarriage: Key Tests to Consider
Understanding Throat Issues: Pain, Mucus, and Anxiety Explained
Throat issues Hello Doctor, I have a lot of nasal discharge and I feel some pain on the left side of my throat or tonsil, which appears to be larger than the right side. I visited an ENT specialist today, and the doctor said there is no significant inflammation and prescribed me ...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Based on your description, it is possible that you are experiencing symptoms of a cold or allergies, which may have led to throat inflammation and discomfort. If you have already been examined by an otolaryngologist, it is likely just a simple inflammatory condition. If you have ...[Read More] Understanding Throat Issues: Pain, Mucus, and Anxiety Explained
Can Sneezing While Eating Cause Food to Enter Lungs or Airways?
Sneezing issues? Hello, Doctor Hong. While I was eating, my nose suddenly became very itchy, and I sneezed halfway through my meal. I felt like a grain of rice went down my throat, and some of it may have entered my nasal cavity. Later, I coughed up some phlegm that contained bit...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, based on the symptoms you described, it seems to be a slight inflammation of the nasopharynx or oropharynx due to food irritation, rather than aspiration or aspiration pneumonia. Humans have an epiglottis that helps prevent aspiration pneumonia. Therefore, unless one is el...[Read More] Can Sneezing While Eating Cause Food to Enter Lungs or Airways?
Understanding Visible Blood Vessels Under the Tongue: What You Need to Know
Under the tongue Hello, doctor. I noticed two prominent black veins under my tongue after applying an oral ointment. I would like to ask if it is normal to have such noticeable veins under the tongue? They don't hurt, so I'm wondering if it's something concerning. ...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, 1. The blood vessels you see are the veins of the tongue, which is a normal phenomenon and the color is also normal, so there is no need to worry. 2. The disinfecting effect of saline is not as effective as that of oral ointment and can be very irritating to the wound, so ...[Read More] Understanding Visible Blood Vessels Under the Tongue: What You Need to Know
Understanding Tongue Impressions: What They Indicate About Your Health
The edges of the tongue have indentations or tooth marks? Hello, doctor. After my tongue has been still in my mouth for a while, I notice that the edges are imprinted with bite marks from my molars. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, this is believed to indicate excessive dampness ...
Dr. Ke Taiyuan Reply:
If there are no other discomforts, it is generally considered a benign condition. If there are additional symptoms related to the tongue, please visit an otolaryngology clinic for an examination.[Read More] Understanding Tongue Impressions: What They Indicate About Your Health
Understanding Left-Sided Symptoms: Possible Immune System Issues
Immune system issues? Hello, doctor. I am currently preparing for my college entrance exam, but I have been experiencing some unusual symptoms and would like to seek your reassurance. I would like to ask why my symptoms are predominantly affecting the left side of my body. For ex...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello: The effects of the immune system are generally systemic, with very few distinctions made between the left and right sides. Therefore, the likelihood of a systemic immune response is relatively low. However, the left-sided lymphadenopathy and some discomfort you described a...[Read More] Understanding Left-Sided Symptoms: Possible Immune System Issues
Understanding Symptoms After Potential HIV Exposure: What to Know
Infectious symptoms Hello, doctor. I had sexual intercourse with a woman on the afternoon of the 9th. We used a condom throughout, but it slipped off at one point; however, I immediately replaced it with a new one. We also engaged in kissing and oral sex. About 2 to 3 days later,...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Based on your description, it seems that the symptoms you are experiencing may be due to a subsequent cold. However, it is true that the early symptoms of HIV can resemble those of a cold, so it cannot be completely ruled out based solely on symptoms. I recommend that you go to a...[Read More] Understanding Symptoms After Potential HIV Exposure: What to Know
Understanding Immune Disorders: Unexplained Swelling Symptoms Explained
Immune or allergic issues? I would like to ask the doctor, my mother sometimes experiences swelling of the tongue for unknown reasons, which subsides after a while, then her palms swell, or her face swells. Each time the swollen area is different. She has visited many major hospi...
Dr. Gao Jiankai Reply:
Hello, thank you for your inquiry. It sounds like an allergic reaction, but it is necessary to see the patient and ask for a more detailed medical history to identify the issue. I recommend taking your mother to see an allergist or immunologist. The Changhua Hospital of the Minis...[Read More] Understanding Immune Disorders: Unexplained Swelling Symptoms Explained
Painless Bump on Tongue Edge: What Could It Indicate?
A painless bump has appeared on the edge of the tongue, resembling a mosquito bite? Hello Doctor, I recently noticed a small bump on the edge of my tongue that resembles a mosquito bite, measuring about one centimeter in diameter. Two-thirds of the surface of the bump has a ring ...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, smoking can indeed cause some tongue lesions, but what exactly are your tongue symptoms? It may still require a physician's direct observation to determine the issue. I recommend visiting a dental clinic for an examination. As for your concerns about tongue cancer, yo...[Read More] Painless Bump on Tongue Edge: What Could It Indicate?