Cold, Otolaryngology FAQ - Page 12

Unilateral throat pain and tongue issues? Hello Dr. Zheng, Since last Saturday, I have been experiencing unilateral pain in my right throat. On Sunday, my tongue felt strange; I didn't burn it, but it has a stinging sensation similar to a burn. There are small bumps on the ...

Even after recovering from a cold, my throat still hurts? I have been coughing due to a cold, and during the worst days, I was coughing so much that I couldn't sleep well. I think I coughed too hard, and later my throat started to hurt. Even though I am no longer coughing an...

Left ear pain? Hello doctor, I have been experiencing severe insomnia since last month, which has led to persistent tinnitus in my right ear. However, in the past few days, I have been having significant pain in my left ear, but there is no tinnitus. Occasionally, I feel a sensat...

Sensation of a foreign body and pain in the throat? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing a sensation of a foreign body in my throat (just a bit above the middle of my clavicle) for the past few years. It feels like there is something that I cannot swallow. Two years ago, I unde...

How long should the antibiotic Curam be taken? I apologize, a couple of days ago I developed a sore throat due to a cold and took some over-the-counter cold medication, but my condition only slightly improved. Last night, while blowing my nose, I noticed that my right ear wasn&#x...

Health issues In the past, my discomfort was mild, but today I definitely feel quite unwell. I went to the clinic, and the doctor said my nose was congested and helped clear it, mentioning that my nasal passages were more open now. However, I didn't feel significant nasal co...

I have been experiencing discomfort in my throat for over six months? I have been experiencing discomfort in my throat for over six months. Initially, I thought it was a cold, but after visiting the clinic several times and taking medication without any effect, I began to experie...

Lymphadenopathy and lymphadenitis? Since last night, I suddenly felt a slight pain near the earlobe on the left side, and I noticed a small lump. Today, there is also swelling below the left ear, and I feel some stiffness when turning my neck from left to right. There is pain whe...

Ear fullness sensation On January 19, I visited the clinic for a cold. Starting January 20, I began to feel a sensation of ear fullness, but yawning would temporarily relieve it. On January 21 at 9:10 PM, the fullness returned, and even after yawning, it did not improve. What sho...

Tinnitus that sounds like the beating of a metal plate? Recently, when I lie down to sleep, I can faintly hear a sound in my right ear that resembles a rhythmic ticking or the sound of water dripping onto an awning. It's not the heartbeat sound that occurs when my ear is pre...

Nasal cavity with slight bleeding; a flashlight reveals a growth inside the nasal cavity? Hello, recently I have been experiencing sneezing accompanied by blood streaks. Initially, I suspected it was due to the cold and thought I might have sneezed too forcefully, so I didn'...

Eustachian tube issues (blockage and echo sensation) Hello Doctor, I started experiencing a feeling of fullness in my right ear about the beginning of last month, along with echoing while speaking and hearing sounds. My left ear feels similarly blocked but without echo. Both ears...

Prone to colds? I have a history of nasal allergies and frequently catch colds. Sometimes I feel discomfort in my nose, as if the breathing process is uncomfortable. Occasionally, I also experience discomfort in my forehead or near my nose. I am 39 years old and have visited the ...

Symptoms such as tinnitus, a feeling of ear fullness, nasal congestion, and shoulder and neck pain? Hello Doctor, about a week ago, my left ear became uncomfortable due to my phone's microphone accidentally switching to speaker mode at maximum volume. Currently, the tinnitus...

Nasal mucosa abrasion and a white lesion (seeking help, sobbing)? Recently, I've been experiencing frequent skin breakdown in my nasal cavity (not sure if it's due to the cold and dry weather). I often unconsciously pick at the affected area, but later I noticed a small...

Swollen lymph nodes in the neck for over two weeks? I have a hard lump on the right side of my neck that has been swollen for over two weeks. It is slightly painful to the touch, but I have no other cold symptoms. Will it go away on its own without taking antibiotics? Thank you.

Nasal skin lesions and allergies? Three months ago, I experienced a nosebleed from picking my nose and saw a doctor who performed a nasopharyngoscopy, which showed no issues. The doctor advised me that I could avoid picking my nose, so I've been careful and only do it occasi...

Sore throat for one day, persistent sensation of a foreign body for three days, and ear pain? Hello, Doctor. I experienced a sore throat that lasted only one day, and it hurt even when drinking water, but there was no difficulty breathing. After the sore throat appeared, the pain...

Inner ear imbalance and vestibular neuritis issues? Hello Doctor: Since October, I have been experiencing dizziness, mild nausea, and occasional vomiting. I consulted an otolaryngologist who diagnosed me with inner ear imbalance and advised me to avoid quick head movements. Throu...

Infection Awareness for Patients Before Seeking Medical Care During the Pandemic Due to the pandemic, there is increased attention to details regarding potential infections. Recently, I would like to inquire about colds and have some questions for the physician: 1. Do general oto...