Allergic rhinitis, Otolaryngology FAQ - Page 15

Runny nose, sneezing, and allergy issues? Hello Dr. Zheng, My wife has always been healthy and rarely had any major issues, even catching colds infrequently. However, in recent years, she has suddenly started experiencing frequent runny noses, using dozens of tissues in a single...

Middle Turbinate Syndrome Hello, I have been experiencing pain near the bridge of my nose and around the eye socket for the past six months. I also feel a subtle swelling in my nasal passages that leads to dizziness. When the pain occurs, it radiates from the eye socket to the en...

Chronic rhinitis Dear Dr. Hsu, In addition to symptoms such as frequent sneezing, runny nose, and nasal congestion, can rhinitis also cause pain similar to that of sinusitis? I have been experiencing intermittent sharp and dull pain in the area of my upper right molars and near ...

There is a 2-3 cm swelling at the junction of the lower jaw and the posterior neck, 3 cm below the right ear? Dear Dr. Cheng, Two weeks ago, I woke up to find a "sudden lump about 2-3 cm" at the junction of my right jaw and the back of my neck, approximately 3 cm below...

Nasal issues..? Hello, doctor. I have been suffering from nasal congestion and a runny nose for over a year without improvement. After an endoscopic examination, the doctor diagnosed me with allergic rhinitis. Recently, I have also been experiencing frequent nosebleeds. I would l...

Waking up in the morning with a dry and sore throat? Hello, doctor! When I wake up in the morning, my throat feels dry and painful (almost like it's going to crack), and I also experience a stinging sensation in my nose! Is this due to sleeping with my mouth open and snoring...

Experiencing discomfort after eating, often accompanied by frequent swallowing of saliva? Hello, doctor: After I eat, I often experience belching and have a constant urge to swallow saliva, even when there is none. I tend to swallow forcefully, and sometimes I have difficulty swa...

I've been troubled for a long time~~ Since my last cold last year, I have been experiencing persistent alternating nasal congestion on both sides. I have had a chronic cough with phlegm and an itchy throat. My nasal discharge sometimes causes a feeling of fullness in my ears...

Long-term distress? Long-term nasal congestion and postnasal drip with phlegm, which worsens when lying down, has been a problem for at least a year. I often wake up at night feeling the need to cough up phlegm, but when I'm upright, the phlegm is less frequent. The nasal di...

Questions regarding minimally invasive surgery for allergic rhinitis? Hello: I have been troubled by allergic rhinitis, experiencing prolonged nasal congestion, especially during seasonal changes, along with runny nose, itchy eyes, and persistent dark circles. A physician suggest...

Post-nasal drip Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing post-nasal drip and chronic cough since elementary school, along with allergic rhinitis. Could you please explain the process and cost of undergoing radiofrequency ablation? If anesthesia is required, will a family member nee...

Allergic rhinitis Hello Doctor: Since elementary school, I have been prone to nasal congestion and dark circles under my eyes. Relatives have told me that I have nasal allergies. Recently, with the changing weather, I have been experiencing daily nasal congestion and it has becom...

Allergic rhinitis Hello Dr. Hsu, My son, who is in sixth grade this year, often experiences nasal congestion and sneezing. Could this be a sign of allergic rhinitis? How should it be treated? Is it possible to completely cure it? If we ignore this issue, what kind of complicatio...

Allergic cough refers to a type of cough that is triggered by allergens, such as pollen, dust mites, pet dander, or mold. This condition is often associated with Dear Dr. Cheng, I have been experiencing gastroesophageal reflux since my pregnancy, and after giving birth, I develop...

There are blood clots in the nose? Hello Doctor: I have allergic rhinitis and a habit of having a runny nose. Recently, my nose hasn't been bleeding, but I have noticed blood-stained nasal mucus. After removing it, there seems to be more (perhaps due to mucus in the nasal ca...

Hypertrophic rhinitis How can I manage chronic hypertrophic rhinitis in daily life to prevent worsening of the condition? Thank you. As the weather gets colder, will practicing Qigong outdoors exacerbate the condition?

Constant phlegm in the throat? Dear Doctor: I have had phlegm in my throat for many years, and seeing doctors hasn't helped. Some doctors have suctioned the phlegm during the visit, but it returns shortly after. The doctors haven't explained why this happens. Additional...

Allergic rhinitis and other related issues? Hello, Director Hu. I would like to ask some questions. I have a persistent sensation of something stuck in my throat, difficulty coughing up phlegm, itchy nose, itchy ears, and I experience severe dizziness and difficulty concentrating...

Regarding the protrusion of bone in the nostrils? Recently, while digging in my left nostril, I noticed a small bony protrusion near the left side of the nasal septum that feels neither painful nor itchy. What could this be? Is this what is referred to as a nasal concha? I rememb...

The cause of phlegm stuck in the throat is unclear? Hello Doctor: I have allergic rhinitis and often experience phlegm stuck in my throat, which I usually cannot cough out, affecting my breathing. Even when I'm not experiencing allergies, the throat symptoms persist. Over th...