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Dealing with Food Aspiration: When to Seek Medical Attention

Choked on a grain of rice? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about an incident that occurred on Friday during dinner. While eating rice with soup, I accidentally inhaled some rice grains while trying to sip the soup, which caused me to cough. At that moment, I didn't feel t...


Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
It is not recommended to drink hot water, as it can cause further swelling of the soft tissues in the throat, leading to a more pronounced sensation of foreign body presence. If discomfort persists, it is advisable to seek medical evaluation and treatment from an otolaryngologist...

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Can Wearing a Mask at Night Help with Mouth Breathing?

Mouth breathing I have nasal allergies and regularly attend follow-up appointments where I receive nasal sprays and drops. However, I tend to breathe through my mouth while sleeping, which leaves my mouth very dry when I wake up, making me want to drink water. The improvement met...


Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to consult an otolaryngologist. If the upper respiratory tract structures allow for the use of anti-snoring tape, tongue muscle training, or anti-snoring dental appliances, these treatments for mouth breathing are expected to be more effective than wearin...

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Understanding Ear and Nasal Issues: When to Seek ENT Care

Ear, nose, and throat issues? On November 7, I noticed that the color of my earwax was different; prior to this, both ears had light yellow earwax. The left ear had a brownish color and contained a small soft, moist area less than 0.3 cm (this was the only time it felt soft). The...


Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
If you are concerned about an outer ear fungal infection, it is recommended to visit an otolaryngology clinic for examination and confirmation.

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Understanding Peritonsillar Abscess: Symptoms, Risks, and Treatment Options

Peritonsillar abscess Hello, may I ask why when I go to the hospital and tell them I can't breathe, I'm wheezing, and my heart hurts, they only give me sedatives or don't give me any medication at all and tell me to go home and manage it myself? I ended up risking ...


Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
It is recommended to seek medical evaluation for confirmation. If it is a bacterial infection such as a peritonsillar abscess or tonsillitis, antibiotics may be used for a week. However, if it is not a bacterial infection, antibiotics will not have a significant effect. Bacterial...

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Breathing Issues During Sleep: Understanding Nighttime Discomfort

Breathing problems during sleep? In recent days, I've been experiencing difficulty breathing while sleeping, and my throat feels a bit dry. I have to take a deep breath to feel more comfortable, but this keeps me from falling asleep. (Before this situation occurred, I had a ...


Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
If you are concerned about sleep apnea or other throat issues, it is recommended to visit an otolaryngologist for a thorough examination.

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Understanding Breathing Difficulties: Causes and Solutions for Nasal Issues

Hello doctor, I have been experiencing shortness of breath for the past two years? Hello Doctor, I have visited two major hospitals without any results, and the doctors were quite impatient and had a poor attitude. Later, I went to an ENT clinic where a doctor finally examined me...


Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, a deviated septum or hypertrophy of the nasal turbinates generally affects nasal congestion but does not typically cause respiratory distress. If there is severe respiratory distress, it is recommended to promptly seek evaluation from a pulmonologist and a cardiologist to ...

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Chronic Throat Pain: Struggling with Swallowing and Breathing Issues

I have had a sore throat for three years and it hasn't improved? I have been experiencing gastroesophageal reflux since 2020. After I accidentally swallowed a bone and used my hand to expel it, I vomited a significant amount of blood and then started having difficulty swallo...


Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, if you have had a sore throat for three years without improvement, it is advisable to directly visit an otolaryngologist for further examination.

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Post-Surgery Nasal Swelling: Managing Anxiety and Sleep Issues

After surgery on the nasal septum and bilateral inferior turbinate reduction, there is persistent unilateral turbinate swelling, along with sleep disturbances and anxiety? Last week, I underwent surgery for a deviated septum and bilateral inferior turbinate reduction. Currently, ...


Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, swelling during the first week post-surgery and the issues you mentioned are quite common. "The attending physician has many patients, and although he gives me time to ask questions once I finally get into the consultation room, I always think of questions only after ...

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Breathing and Sleep Issues: Understanding Dreams and Sinus Problems

Respiratory issues, sleep disturbances? Recently, I have been experiencing dreams within half an hour of falling asleep, accompanied by a sensation of breathlessness and a persistent feeling of suffocation. I try to wake myself up in the dream, but it turns into a dream within a ...


Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it can be inferred that you have issues such as shallow sleep and nasal congestion. It is recommended to visit a sleep center and an otolaryngology department for relevant examinations to rule out conditions such as sleep apnea, REM sleep behavio...

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Understanding Septoplasty Recovery: Is Uneven Breathing Normal?

Septoplasty Hello, doctor. I originally had a severe deviation of the nasal septum, which caused nasal congestion and snoring. Both sides were curved. Two weeks ago, I underwent a septoplasty, but while the left side is now clear, the right side still has a curvature, resulting i...


Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
If the deviation of the nasal septum is located within the first centimeter closest to the nose, general otolaryngology endoscopic septoplasty typically does not address this area. Wishing you well.

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Understanding Post-Cold Breathing Difficulties: Causes and Solutions

Dyspnea Hello Doctor, I had a severe cold last week with symptoms resembling the flu, but without body aches. My hands are peeling. I visited the doctor twice and had a fever for four days after taking medication, which has gradually subsided. Now on the sixth day, I still have a...


Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, your symptoms are somewhat atypical. It is advisable to consult an otolaryngologist if the symptoms persist.

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Understanding Throat Issues: Symptoms and Possible Causes

Throat issues Hello Doctor: Previously, I had discomfort in my throat, with pain on both sides when swallowing saliva. I also experienced dizziness and a feeling of weakness, along with nasal congestion and a slight runny nose. When exposed to wind, my joints would ache, and ther...


Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, your description of symptoms provides limited information. It is recommended that you directly visit an otolaryngologist for a thorough examination of your oral cavity by a specialist.

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Understanding Throat Issues After Kissing: Symptoms and Treatment

Throat issues Hello Doctor: I kissed my boyfriend, including French kissing. On the first to third day, there were no issues, but by the fourth day, I started to feel discomfort in my throat, with pain on both sides when swallowing saliva. After that, I experienced dizziness, fat...


Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, common symptoms related to infections may occur. If you feel unwell, it is advisable to visit a clinic for examination and treatment.

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Feeling of Throat Obstruction After Singing: Causes and Solutions

Feeling of a foreign body in the throat after singing? Hello, doctor. I sang a few songs yesterday evening, but it wasn't too intense. However, I did clear my throat forcefully a few times. As a result, I woke up three times last night, unsure if it was due to a sore throat....


Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
It is recommended to visit an otolaryngology clinic to check for any inflammation or injury to the vocal cords. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Throat Numbness and Breathing Issues After Choking

Respiratory issues Hello, doctor. Recently, I choked on some Sichuan peppercorns while biting into them, and they accidentally went down my throat. At that moment, I felt a numb sensation in my throat (previously, I had always bitten the peppercorns near my front teeth, which wou...


Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, a common cause of throat muscle spasms that can lead to difficulty breathing is irritation, rather than a foreign object lodged in the throat. Therefore, the Heimlich maneuver is not appropriate in this situation. It is advisable to remind oneself to try to slow down breat...

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Understanding Sleep Disturbances: Causes and Solutions for Sudden Awakening

Sleep apnea leads to awakening? Hello Doctor, yesterday while I was sleeping, I woke up gasping for air due to a lack of oxygen. This situation occurs about once every six months; although the frequency is low, it is always very uncomfortable, and I worry about the possibility of...


Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, an AHI of 1.9, while not meeting the definition of obstructive sleep apnea (which is >5), indicates that there are still an average of 1.9 episodes of breathing cessation lasting more than 10 seconds per hour. Additionally, the lowest blood oxygen saturation drops to 84...

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Understanding Ear Problems and Hearing Loss: A Patient's Journey

Ear problems and hearing? Dr. Li: After being diagnosed on October 31 last year, I experienced a recurrence of nasal allergies and a feeling of fullness in my right ear. As a child, I had recurrent otitis media in both ears, which led to the placement of ventilation tubes and a s...


Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
A detailed examination of the ossicles (otoscopy) and the function of the Eustachian tube may be necessary to determine the cause. It is recommended to seek treatment as soon as possible. Wishing you good health.

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Persistent Nasal Pain and Swelling After Surgery: What to Do Next?

I have a persistent feeling of swelling and pain inside my nose? Hello, doctor. I am 27 years old. During high school, I underwent my first surgery due to nasal polyps that obstructed my breathing. However, the doctor mentioned that they would likely regrow, so I had a second sur...


Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, due to the complexity of the situation, if the medication is not effective and you continue to feel unwell, it is recommended to continue follow-up visits for evaluation and assessment.

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Exploring Solutions for Hearing Loss After Ear Surgeries

Hearing impairment issues Hello Dr. Chi, I would like to ask you about my condition. I was diagnosed at the end of October last year. As a child, I had recurrent otitis media in both ears and underwent ossicular reconstruction surgery. I also had surgery for sinusitis. On the t...


Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, the treatment methods for conductive hearing loss and sensorineural hearing loss are different. Conductive hearing loss is primarily treated through surgical procedures. If you have any questions, it is advisable to discuss them further with your attending physician.

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Long-Term Nasal Congestion: Causes, Treatments, and Dietary Considerations

Chronic nasal congestion issues? Hello Doctor, since I have been experiencing symptoms of autonomic nervous system dysfunction, I have had nasal congestion for the past seven years. During this time, I have also encountered some psychosomatic symptoms (such as palpitations, gastr...


Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, EPA has anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic effects, which may help reduce nasal allergy reactions, or assist in maintaining a good mood and energy levels. It does not directly alleviate nasal congestion. You may consider using it for a period of time, such as three to six...

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