Allergic rhinitis, Otolaryngology FAQ - Page 20

My throat, nose, and ears are all very uncomfortable? Hello, Doctor: Thank you for your previous response. For the past few days, I have been experiencing phlegm in my throat, which is very uncomfortable. I keep clearing my throat, but each time it hurts. My voice has also become...

Allergy index Hello, doctor: I have asthma and allergic rhinitis, and my allergy index is 880. Is this considered high? What is the normal range? Please provide an answer. Thank you!

Chronic hypertrophic rhinitis 1. Is chronic hypertrophic rhinitis considered irreversible? Some websites state this, which implies that once it transitions from acute to chronic, surgical treatment is necessary. A doctor told me that nasal sprays are ineffective if the nose is co...

Loud breathing sounds? Hello Doctor: My breathing is quite loud, which often disturbs others when I study in the library, and it bothers me a lot. I usually breathe through my mouth unconsciously, but the sound is still loud (breathing through my nose is even louder). I have alle...

Concerns about nasal congestion? About a year ago, I have been experiencing nasal congestion. I have visited many clinics, both traditional and Western medicine. Prior to the ongoing congestion, I had intermittent episodes, but medication provided some relief. Now, even after tak...

Allergy Hello, I was diagnosed with allergic rhinitis two years ago. Although I underwent laser surgery which provided some improvement, recently I have been experiencing severe nasal congestion and post-nasal drip that gets stuck in my throat. After seeing a doctor, I was advise...

I have a question to ask? Hello, Doctor: Since I underwent nasal laser surgery last year, I still experience daily sneezing, slight nasal congestion, post-nasal drip, a heavy feeling in my head that leads to headaches, and itching in my eyes and ears. I have seen doctors, and the...

The phlegm in the morning is brown in color? I noticed that my first sputum in the morning is brown, and the mucus I draw from my nose to my mouth has blood streaks, but when I blow my nose, there is no blood. The phlegm I cough up from my throat also does not have blood streaks....

Swelling of the lymph nodes on the right side of the neck? I had inflammation of the tonsils during this summer vacation, which took over a month to resolve, resulting in swollen lymph nodes on the right side of my neck. I consulted a clinic physician, and he mentioned that due t...

I have been experiencing persistent nasal congestion? Hello Dr. Jian: I have allergic rhinitis and a slight deviation of the nasal septum. I underwent nasal laser surgery last year, but I still experience nasal congestion. I wake up every morning sneezing, and afterward, my right...

What causes sinusitis? How does it develop? What is the most accurate method to diagnose sinusitis? (1) What causes sinusitis? How does it develop? (2) What methods are most accurate for diagnosing sinusitis (such as location and severity)? (3) How can sinusitis be prevented?...

The nasal cavity may have thick yellow-green mucus? Since childhood, I have suffered from allergic rhinitis and chronic bronchitis. I have always taken Western medicine, but around puberty, I experienced side effects such as shaking and nausea from the medication, so I switched t...

Allergic rhinitis The doctor said I have nasal allergies and need to use oxymetazoline spray. What should I be aware of when using it? He mentioned using it four times a day continuously for a week; is that too frequent and could it have side effects? The information I found onli...

Snoring issues Dear Dr. Yeh: If a patient experiences symptoms such as respiratory pauses during sleep, frequent urination, choking, and coughing at night; and during the day shows signs of poor sleep leading to feelings of fatigue, lack of concentration, memory decline, restless...

Snoring issues Hello Dr. Yeh, I have a patient who is troubled by snoring. They have undergone a septoplasty, but the symptoms remain severe, especially as their body gets more fatigued, the snoring becomes louder, and there are episodes of breathing cessation, often accompanie...

My rhinitis—this surgery was unnecessary? I recently underwent surgery for nasal polypectomy and septoplasty less than two months ago, but my nose is congested again. I looked in the mirror and can see that some of the tissue has indeed been removed, but there is still swollen ti...

Nosebleed Hello, doctor. I'm not sure if it's due to the recent cold weather, but I've noticed that I wake up with nasal congestion (which happens when it's cold). However, when I blow my nose, there is often blood mixed with the mucus! This has happened befor...

Regarding allergic rhinitis and nasal issues? Hello, Dr. Yeh. I am a college student suffering from allergic rhinitis, which causes me significant discomfort, especially during seasonal changes. I often experience nasal congestion, sneezing, and a runny nose. I have noticed that ...

Israeli nasal phototherapy devices available on the market? I have had nasal allergies since childhood and have been seeing doctors at large hospitals. Recently, I noticed that an Israeli nasal light therapy device has appeared on the market, and its price is not too high. I wond...

How to diagnose sinusitis? Hello, Doctor Hsu. Every morning when I wake up, I have a blob of yellow-green thick mucus in my nose, but I can't blow it out; I have to either sneeze or inhale deeply and spit it out. This symptom has been present for almost two weeks. I have a h...