Allergy, Otolaryngology FAQ - Page 2

Nasal irrigation issues? I recently underwent sinus elevation and bone grafting, but I have been regularly rinsing my nose due to my allergy condition. Can I continue to rinse my nose after the sinus elevation and bone grafting surgery? The dentist specifically advised me to snee...

Sensation of a foreign body in the throat, difficulty swallowing? Since June 11, I have been experiencing tightness in my neck, a sensation of something stuck in my throat, frequent burping, and difficulty swallowing, making me feel like I could easily choke. On June 15, I visite...

Nasal irrigation issues? I previously had allergic rhinitis and followed my doctor's advice to perform nasal irrigation. It has significantly alleviated my allergy symptoms, but sometimes after rinsing my nose, I experience continuous clear nasal discharge. Even after blowin...

Should I continue using Bioré Cleansing? Hello doctor, the clinic prescribed me Betadine, saying it can help improve allergies. However, after using Betadine for 3 days, I have been experiencing a runny nose, frequent sneezing, and a slight headache. Is this normal? Should I cont...

Deviated septum and olfactory issues? Hello Doctor, since October of last year, I have experienced complete loss of smell on one side (which may have been happening for a long time, but I didn't notice it because the other side was normal), along with chronic nasal congestio...

Experiencing a cool, tingling sensation in the lips and tongue while taking medication may indicate a drug allergy? Hello Doctor, I visited the otolaryngology department today, and the doctor prescribed the following medications: Nefopam 30mg, Sulpiride 50mg, Tranexamic Acid 250m...

Possible trauma leading to difficulty swallowing and throat pain? Hello Doctor: A month ago, a good friend showed me some Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu moves: he used his thighs to secure my head and neck and applied pressure. Since he was trained, I was more relaxed and didn't protec...

Nasal allergy, nerve resection surgery? Hello, doctor. I have been suffering from nasal allergies for a long time. Thirteen years ago, I underwent septoplasty and polypectomy, but my allergy symptoms did not improve significantly after the surgery, so I chose to coexist with the ...

Tonsillitis and pharyngitis? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing recurrent inflammation of my tonsils, which sometimes improves but then flares up again. Additionally, I have had persistent throat inflammation for a long time. I previously consulted a traditional Chinese medic...

In the morning, when I sniff mucus back into my throat, there is often blood streaks? I often notice slight traces of blood when I clear mucus from my throat after waking up in the morning. This symptom has been persistent for a month, but it occurs intermittently. I do not exper...

Nasopharyngeal endoscopy issues? Hello doctor, I recently had a health check-up that included a nasopharyngoscopy. The results were completely normal, and there were no abnormalities found. However, I suddenly remembered that in the days leading up to the examination, I was takin...

Allergic rhinitis can often lead to an increased heart rate? I have a long-standing issue with allergic rhinitis, but recently during allergy attacks, I feel my heart racing and experience some shortness of breath, requiring significant effort to breathe comfortably. Is this rela...

Changes in pitch of sound? Hello Doctor, sometimes I experience a sudden change in pitch or distortion in the sounds I hear. I had a hearing test at the clinic two weeks ago, which showed normal hearing in my left ear, but my right ear's hearing was below the baseline. Since...

Is the onset of mouth ulcers after taking painkillers a sign of a drug allergy? On August 30, I underwent a tonsillectomy and was discharged on August 31. After the surgery, I continued taking the pain medication (Ponstal) manufactured by Hsin Kuei Pharmaceutical from August 30 t...

Acute milk allergy I have never had an allergic reaction to milk and dairy products until recently when my mouth would become red, swollen, and itchy upon contact with even a small amount of milk. In severe cases, I feel difficulty breathing. I would like to know if, besides alle...

Acute milk allergy I have never had an allergic reaction to milk or dairy products until recently, when I started experiencing redness, swelling, and itching in my mouth upon contact with even a small amount of milk. In severe cases, I feel difficulty breathing. I would like to k...

Dry and itchy throat? Hello Doctor, my throat only feels itchy when it's dry, and I feel like there's mucus sticking to my throat. I want to cough, but when I do, my body reacts without any sensation in my throat. My throat feels a bit sore, and this condition has persi...

Nasal swelling causing difficulty sleeping? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask why every time I lie down in bed to sleep, I feel nasal congestion, a sense of swelling, and a tingling sensation that prevents me from falling asleep. I have visited several ENT specialists, and they ...

Chest examination (including chest examination from various angles and positions) I have a history of allergic rhinitis, but this morning I felt discomfort in my breathing, particularly in the throat and chest area. However, I had a chest examination in April that showed no issue...

Sinusitis with post-nasal drip Hello, Doctor. In April, I underwent an endoscopic examination for sinusitis, which revealed a staphylococcal infection through bacterial culture. I took Montelukast for two weeks and returned for a follow-up at the end of April. The doctor said I w...