Cold, Otolaryngology FAQ - Page 14

Bronchial sensitivity and maintenance issues? Hello Doctor: I have been prone to coughing since childhood, especially during seasonal changes or significant weather fluctuations, which makes me more susceptible to colds. However, often after other cold symptoms have resolved, my ...

Dizziness while walking? Hello Doctor, recently when I walk outside, I often feel dizzy, with a heavy head and light feet, unsteady gait, tingling in my forehead, and numbness in my palms. I also experience chest tightness, palpitations, and a constant feeling of bloating in my s...

Is there any recommended testing for unilateral high-frequency tinnitus? Hello Doctor: About six months ago, after catching a cold, I developed right ear otitis media (ear fullness, pain, and hearing loss) along with chronic sinusitis symptoms. Initially, the doctor only prescrib...

I have been experiencing tinnitus for over ten years? Hello, I had an episode of acute otitis media in elementary school, and I first visited a clinic for treatment. Later, I was referred to the ENT department at a hospital, where they confirmed that the otitis media had resolved...

Tonsillitis can have periods of improvement and worsening? Hello Doctor: I have recently noticed that whenever my body feels more fatigued or after eating fried foods, my tonsils become slightly swollen, and there seems to be some white spots inside, which gives me the impression...

Ear cartilage pain Doctor, last month when I was cleaning my ears, I felt pain when pressing on the cartilage at the entrance of my ear, and I kept pressing until my entire ear canal became red, swollen, and inflamed. I took antibiotics for a week, and it took a total of two week...

Tinnitus and sinusitis? Dear Doctor, My mother developed tinnitus in early March, possibly due to excessive stress (I am not entirely sure of the exact cause). She describes a buzzing sound, and when the noise is too loud, it makes her very uncomfortable. During this period, she...

Unilateral hearing loss, occasional dizziness, and tinnitus? Hello, Doctor! I would like to inquire about the issue of unilateral hearing loss and tinnitus. It seems that my left ear has not been able to hear for a long time, and sometimes I experience dizziness, where I feel ver...

There is a sticky sound in the ear? Hello doctor, I have noticed that when I blow air with my mouth closed, there is a sticky sound deep in my left ear, and sometimes there is a "pop" sound similar to air being compressed. This occurs even when my ears are clean. Additi...

Ear problems Hello, Doctor. I started experiencing ear problems around the time of the Lunar New Year this year. Initially, I mistakenly thought there was a bug deep in my right ear, as I felt pain and itching deep inside. After seeking medical attention, I was diagnosed with mil...

Tinnitus issues Hello Doctor, around August 2nd to 3rd, I experienced a rhythmic thumping sound in my right ear. The first noticeable occurrence was when I stood up from a seated position, lasting for about 5 seconds without interruption. Initially, I didn't think much of it...

Sinusitis and tinnitus Hello, doctor! I have been suffering from sinusitis for over five years. Recently, I have been experiencing tinnitus, and after undergoing an MRI, it was found that there is a significant amount of fluid in my sinuses. I would like to ask if this condition ...

Hearing a popping sound in the left ear? About a month ago, I noticed a popping sound in my left ear. Whenever I speak or am in a noisy environment, my ear makes a popping sound, but it stops when it's quiet. I went to a clinic, and the doctor said there was inflammation and...

Sudden tinnitus in the right ear? Hello, doctor. Currently, I am abroad and unable to visit the hospital for a consultation. Since the 27th, I have suddenly experienced tinnitus in my right ear, as if there is a thin membrane covering it. When I hold my breath and apply pressure ...

Last year, I frequently had high fevers, but this year I have symptoms without a fever? Since last year, after being discharged from the intensive care unit and transferred to the step-down unit, I have experienced high fevers for a week. A month later, I had another episode of h...

Sinusitis and Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma Hello Dr. Chi, I have been experiencing a persistent cough since early April. Initially, the clinic diagnosed it as a cold, but after taking medication, there was no improvement until May. In May, I had a chest X-ray, which showed no abnorma...

Nasal cavity and paranasal sinus examination for nasopharyngeal carcinoma and sinusitis? Hello Doctor, I started experiencing symptoms like coughing in early April without a fever. Initially, the clinic diagnosed it as a cold, but after taking medication for a month, my cough did...

Eustachian tube dysfunction Hello Doctor: My left ear initially experienced frequent feelings of fullness (although I could still clear it by yawning). After about a month of this, I felt something was wrong and went to a clinic for a check-up. The diagnosis was middle ear effusi...

Septoplasty Hello, doctor. I am a junior student. Last week, I underwent surgery for a deviated septum and also had laser treatment for inferior turbinate hypertrophy. I would like to ask you a few questions: 1. How long after the surgery can I start to sneeze? I am concerned t...

Nasopharyngeal issues? Hello, Dr. Cheng! Last September, I experienced nasal congestion and a sore throat, which became severe after dragging on for a week or two before seeking medical attention. Since then, I have started to experience post-nasal drip, especially when brushing ...