Understanding Ear Infections: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Otitis media For over a month, I have occasionally felt a bit of pressure in my left ear, and it hurts when I sneeze. However, I did not experience any significant discomfort until December 15, when I attended my daughter's school event. When the sound volume was high, my ea...
Dr. Cai Zhenggu Reply:
Hello, Miss Ain: 1. The feeling of fullness in the ears is due to Eustachian tube obstruction. If not actively treated, it may lead to middle ear effusion. 2. The causes of chronic pharyngitis include the following: - Post-nasal drip: This can lead to chronic pharyngitis and ...[Read More] Understanding Ear Infections: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Allergic Rhinitis: Symptoms, Triggers, and Treatments
Allergic rhinitis Hello Dr. Chen, I would like to ask you about my nose, which often itches, and I frequently sneeze with clear nasal discharge. I also experience nasal congestion. Based on these symptoms, could this be allergic rhinitis? Should I pay attention to my diet? I of...
Dr. Chen Junliang Reply:
From your symptoms of frequent itching in the nose, frequent sneezing, clear nasal discharge, and nasal congestion, it indeed appears that you have allergic rhinitis. Allergic rhinitis is typically managed with antihistamines, supplemented by nasal sprays for effective treatment,...[Read More] Understanding Allergic Rhinitis: Symptoms, Triggers, and Treatments
Understanding Nasal Congestion: Laser Surgery for Allergic Rhinitis
Nasal congestion I have allergic rhinitis, and now I'm so congested that I have to breathe through my mouth. I've heard that laser surgery can treat this condition and that it won't recur for at least two years. I'm considering going to a hospital in Taichung ...
Dr. Cai Zhenggu Reply:
Hello Missxian: Allergic rhinitis can cause symptoms such as runny nose, sneezing, and nasal congestion during flare-ups. In the early stages, laser surgery can be used to manage the condition and achieve significant improvement. However, if the allergy persists for a long time, ...[Read More] Understanding Nasal Congestion: Laser Surgery for Allergic Rhinitis
Dealing with Nighttime Drooling and Snoring: ENT Insights
Salivating during sleep can lead to an unpleasant odor, and sometimes I can hear myself snoring while I sleep? I do not have cavities, my bowel movements are not very regular, and my oral hygiene is good. However, I tend to drool while sleeping, and my breath is often foul. I als...
Dr. Chen Duliang Reply:
Hello Ms. A.B. Ling: There are many causes of halitosis, including sinusitis, oral hygiene issues, gastrointestinal discomfort, liver disease, etc. Please visit our ENT department for a thorough examination. Wishing you health and happiness. Dr. Chen Du-Liang, ENT Specialist.[Read More] Dealing with Nighttime Drooling and Snoring: ENT Insights
Understanding Persistent Nasal Symptoms: Causes and Solutions
Nose Hello, I have been experiencing headaches since October, followed by nasal congestion, sneezing, and a runny nose. Initially, it was quite severe, and I visited the doctor six times. It seemed to improve at first, but after a day or two, the symptoms would return, although t...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Hello, Xiaoya: Itchy nose, sneezing, runny nose, and nasal congestion are indeed typical symptoms of allergic rhinitis. These symptoms often lead to various secondary issues such as headaches, dizziness, and difficulty concentrating. Additionally, allergies can cause the nasal mu...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Nasal Symptoms: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Long-Term Allergic Rhinitis and Ear Lobe Growth
Chronic allergic rhinitis Hi! Doctor, hello! I have had chronic allergic rhinitis, and in June of this year, a lump the size of a bean appeared above my earlobe. I consulted a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner who said it was not painful and not a concern. On November 18,...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Jessica: There is a lump that has formed above the earlobe, which has now swollen and is painful. It sounds like the existing sebaceous cyst may have become infected (similar to a larger pimple), but a proper assessment can only be made through examination. I recommend that you v...[Read More] Understanding Long-Term Allergic Rhinitis and Ear Lobe Growth
Understanding Laser Surgery for Severe Allergic Rhinitis: Benefits and Risks
Allergic rhinitis Hello doctor, my allergic rhinitis is very severe. I have seen many doctors but have not been able to improve. My symptoms return immediately after stopping medication. Recently, I heard that laser surgery can be used for treatment. I would like to know how effe...
Dr. Cai Zhenggu Reply:
Hello Ms. Chen: In addition to medication, avoiding allergens is also very important in the treatment of allergic rhinitis. Common allergens include dust, pollen, and pet dander. Therefore, it is advisable not to keep flowering plants at home, avoid having pets, and regularly sun...[Read More] Understanding Laser Surgery for Severe Allergic Rhinitis: Benefits and Risks
Understanding Chronic Nasal Congestion: Causes and Solutions
Chronic nasal congestion Since returning to Taipei from Pingtung after military service this July, I have frequently experienced nasal congestion, but I do not have any other cold symptoms. This has not happened to me before! I would appreciate any advice you could provide. Thank...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Sometimes it is like this. If medication continues to be ineffective and nasal congestion persists, surgical intervention should be considered. In the clinic of Dr. Da-Wei Yeh, an ENT specialist, common symptoms such as cough, headache, dizziness, and nasal congestion are frequ...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Nasal Congestion: Causes and Solutions
Is Your Runny Nose a Sign of Illness or Just Seasonal Changes?
Worried about my nose? I always feel like my nose is very prone to runny nose; whenever there is a change in the weather, my nose starts to run. I'm worried if this could be some kind of disease or if it's simply caused by seasonal changes.
Dr. Chen Duliang Reply:
Hello, Miss Long: Based on the symptoms you described, it may be allergic rhinitis. Please visit our clinic for an accurate diagnosis and treatment.[Read More] Is Your Runny Nose a Sign of Illness or Just Seasonal Changes?
Persistent Sneezing in Kids: Allergy Insights and Treatment Options
Severe sneezing A first-grade child has recently been sneezing a lot in the mornings, which is likely due to allergies. Is it necessary to see a doctor and take medication? We have previously consulted a doctor and have taken allergy medication for three months, but there hasn&#x...
Dr. Chen Junliang Reply:
Teacher Lin: Sneezing frequently in the morning and being more sensitive to temperature and dust suggest that it is indeed allergic rhinitis. Allergies can cause symptoms such as runny nose, sneezing, and nasal congestion. In severe cases, it may lead to decreased memory, lack of...[Read More] Persistent Sneezing in Kids: Allergy Insights and Treatment Options
Does Septal Deviation Surgery Help with Post-Nasal Drip?
Is there a relationship between a deviated septum and post-nasal drip? I often experience post-nasal drip, and after a CT scan, the doctor diagnosed me with a deviated septum. Although I have sinusitis, the doctor mentioned that surgery for sinusitis is not yet necessary and inst...
Dr. Chen Junliang Reply:
Sam: Post-nasal drip is not significantly related to a deviated septum, as the primary symptom of a deviated septum is nasal obstruction. Therefore, the improvement after surgery is likely to be minimal. It is possible that allergic rhinitis or sinusitis is causing increased mucu...[Read More] Does Septal Deviation Surgery Help with Post-Nasal Drip?
Understanding the Risks and Benefits of Laser Treatment for Nasal Polyps
Chronic rhinitis Hello Dr. Wu: Due to the enlargement of nasal polyps, a physician has suggested the use of "laser" treatment. I would like to know if there are any side effects.
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Wenqi: I'm not sure if what you mean by nasal polyp enlargement refers to actual nasal polyps or the inferior turbinate, as they are different conditions, although both can cause nasal congestion. As for laser surgery, it is primarily used to treat allergic rhinitis and gene...[Read More] Understanding the Risks and Benefits of Laser Treatment for Nasal Polyps
Understanding Nasal Polyps: Treatment Options and Recovery Insights
Nasal polyp I have had nasal allergies for a long time, and despite taking many medications, I have not been able to find a cure. Recently, I caught a cold, and my nose became severely congested with a lot of mucus, which lasted for a long time. After seeing a doctor, I was told ...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Airjin: Long-term nasal allergies can indeed lead to the development of nasal polyps, but whether they are actually present can only be determined through examination. It could also be hypertrophic rhinitis or nasal congestion caused by allergic rhinitis. If it is allergic rhinit...[Read More] Understanding Nasal Polyps: Treatment Options and Recovery Insights
Managing Allergic Rhinitis: Long-Term Solutions for Persistent Symptoms
Allergic rhinitis I have allergies that cause sneezing and a runny nose, and I often visit an otolaryngologist. Sometimes it gets better, but then the allergies return. Corticosteroids are somewhat effective, but they only address the symptoms and not the root cause. Once I stop ...
Dr. Hong Yiming Reply:
Allergies are primarily a condition of the immune system rather than a disease. What you described can only alleviate the symptoms. If you want a permanent solution, you could consider relocating. However, it's uncertain whether you would be allergic to pollen in a foreign c...[Read More] Managing Allergic Rhinitis: Long-Term Solutions for Persistent Symptoms
Understanding Indoor Nasal Symptoms: Is It Allergic Rhinitis?
Nose Hello! Doctor, I would like to ask you something. Sometimes when I am indoors, I don't have a runny nose, but when I go outside to talk, I soon feel like I have mucus in my nose, and then I need to blow it. Is this allergic rhinitis?
Dr. Chen Junliang Reply:
It would be better to come in for an outpatient examination to confirm.[Read More] Understanding Indoor Nasal Symptoms: Is It Allergic Rhinitis?