Understanding Throat Mucus: Causes and Solutions for Persistent Discomfort
Throat clearing issues? I have been experiencing a sensation of mucus stuck below my throat for quite a long time, which prompts me to cough using a "hmm-hmm" method. It feels like there is phlegm, not a dry cough. Sometimes, I do manage to bring up phlegm that is white...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Chronic pharyngitis is commonly associated with post-nasal drip, smoking, or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). In addition to pharmacological treatment, dietary modifications to reduce gastroesophageal reflux, as well as sipping water instead of clearing the throat, ...[Read More] Understanding Throat Mucus: Causes and Solutions for Persistent Discomfort
Understanding Nasal Congestion and Thick Mucus: Causes and Solutions
Nasal congestion with white, thick mucus? Hello Doctor: In February, I had pneumonia and experienced a lot of thick, clear nasal discharge. After the pneumonia resolved, I continued to have persistent nasal congestion with the same thick, clear mucus, which has lasted until now. ...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
If simple nasal irrigation is insufficient for treatment, it is recommended to consult an otolaryngologist to check for sinusitis, and to consider medication to address the inflammation. Thick mucus may indicate inflammation, which could be caused by bacteria, fungi, or viruses. ...[Read More] Understanding Nasal Congestion and Thick Mucus: Causes and Solutions
Swallowed Something Hard: Should I Worry About a Fish Bone?
I am not sure if it is a case of accidentally swallowing a fishbone? Hello, Dr. Du: During dinner, I suddenly felt like I swallowed something hard while it was passing through my esophagus or throat. However, by the time I wanted to bring it back up, I had already swallowed it. I...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: If a foreign object is lodged in the esophagus, it usually prevents eating and is accompanied by swallowing pain. If there are currently no obvious symptoms, you can monitor yourself for now. However, if you experience the aforementioned symptoms or if the pain continues t...[Read More] Swallowed Something Hard: Should I Worry About a Fish Bone?
Understanding Blood-Streaked Phlegm: Causes and Concerns in ENT
Hemoptysis with sputum? Hello, doctor. In early April, I noticed blood-tinged mucus when I coughed up phlegm from my nasal cavity. I later went to a clinic where an endoscopy was performed, and the doctor found slight bleeding, so I was referred to a hospital for further examinat...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, based on your description, there are many causes of nosebleeds, with the most common being thin nasal mucosa, which can be caused by forceful nose blowing. However, conditions such as nasopharyngeal or nasal cavity tumors (like nasopharyngeal carcinoma), sinusitis, fungal ...[Read More] Understanding Blood-Streaked Phlegm: Causes and Concerns in ENT
Understanding Post-Nasal Drip: Causes and Solutions for Relief
Post-nasal drip Hello doctor, I have been experiencing nasal congestion and post-nasal drip recently. I've been taking medication for almost a month, but it hasn't improved. I feel the mucus stuck between my nasal cavity and throat, and it's very uncomfortable when...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, the symptoms may be related to allergic rhinitis or chronic sinusitis. If the symptoms persist without improvement, it is advisable to visit an otolaryngologist for examination. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Jue-Yi Cheng, Director of the Department of Otola...[Read More] Understanding Post-Nasal Drip: Causes and Solutions for Relief
Understanding Breathing Issues: Insights from an ENT Perspective
Respiratory issues Hello doctor, I am a 19-year-old college student. Since middle school, I have felt that I need to take deep breaths through my nose to get a little air, and sometimes breathing through my nose causes a feeling of chest tightness or pressure. Eventually, I start...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: There are many causes of coughing. If the symptoms persist without improvement, it is recommended to consult a pulmonologist for further evaluation. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Director of the Department of Otolaryngology, Taoyuan Hospital, ...[Read More] Understanding Breathing Issues: Insights from an ENT Perspective
Understanding Sneezing and Its Potential Risks During Meals
The possibility of choking while sneezing? Hello, doctor. While I was eating, my nose suddenly became very itchy, and I felt like I needed to sneeze but couldn't. At that moment, I had taken a bite of white rice and felt a sensation of something briefly going down my throat....
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: If there is no obvious choking cough when a foreign object is inhaled, and there are no subsequent symptoms such as persistent fever or cough, it is less likely to be aspiration pneumonia. You may observe yourself for now, but if any of the aforementioned symptoms appear l...[Read More] Understanding Sneezing and Its Potential Risks During Meals
Understanding the Sensation of Foreign Body in the Throat: Causes and Concerns
Foreign body sensation in the throat? Hello, doctor. While eating udon noodles, I suddenly felt discomfort as if something had gone into my nasal cavity. It felt like it slipped down, and I wasn't sure if I swallowed it. Later, I felt a sensation of something foreign in my t...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: If there is severe coughing without swallowing, it generally should not lead to aspiration pneumonia. It may just be inflammation of the oropharynx or nasopharynx, or a sensation of a foreign body caused by an irritant. It is advisable to drink more water and self-monitor....[Read More] Understanding the Sensation of Foreign Body in the Throat: Causes and Concerns
Persistent Throat Pain and Thick Mucus: Understanding Sinusitis and Treatment Options
Sinusitis/post-nasal drip/sore throat/thick phlegm? Hello Doctor, at the beginning of January this year, I visited a doctor for a sore throat and took cold medication for nine days. After that, I started coughing up thick phlegm with blood about once a week. By the end of Februar...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if the symptoms persist without improvement, they are often related to post-nasal drip or pulmonary diseases. If the ENT examination is normal, it is recommended to consult a pulmonologist for further evaluation. Wishing you peace and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, D...[Read More] Persistent Throat Pain and Thick Mucus: Understanding Sinusitis and Treatment Options
Understanding the Discomfort of a Tight Throat: Causes and Solutions
Discomfort in the throat as if being constricted? Hello doctor, recently I have been feeling a tightness in my throat, as if something is pressing against it, which is quite uncomfortable. It eases slightly when I sleep, but when I am awake, including while eating, I feel a block...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Chronic pharyngitis is commonly associated with post-nasal drip, gastroesophageal reflux, smoking, irregular eating habits, or anxiety. If discomfort persists, it is advisable to consult an otolaryngologist or a gastroenterologist for examination. Wishing you peace and hea...[Read More] Understanding the Discomfort of a Tight Throat: Causes and Solutions
Persistent Tongue Issues: Understanding Symptoms and Treatment Options
Tongue issues have persisted for a week? Hello Doctor: I am currently in the United States and am having some difficulties with healthcare. I would like to request your assistance. My tongue has been slightly swollen for the past six to seven days, with a yellowish appearance and...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Currently, there are no obvious secretions or pus on the tonsils, and there are no signs of bacterial infection. The yellowish appearance of the tongue may be due to medication or the use of lozenges. If there are no significant symptoms, it is advisable to drink plenty of...[Read More] Persistent Tongue Issues: Understanding Symptoms and Treatment Options
Effective Treatments for Post-Nasal Drip: Relief and Remedies
Treatment for post-nasal drip? Hello, doctor. I had a history of acute sinusitis two years ago. Recently, for the past week, I've noticed that my throat always feels a bit congested with mucus, and it feels like something is stuck in my throat. This is especially noticeable ...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: The sensation of a lump in the throat may be related to post-nasal drip or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). It is advisable to continue using a nasal irrigator. If there is no yellow nasal discharge or any obvious foul odor indicating a bacterial infection, antibiot...[Read More] Effective Treatments for Post-Nasal Drip: Relief and Remedies
Can Tonsillitis Occur Without Sore Throat Pain? Understanding Symptoms
Tonsillitis? A few days ago, I suddenly started coughing and felt a bit warm. After seeing a doctor, I was informed that I have tonsillitis and that I should just rest. However, I don't have any pain in my throat; swallowing saliva doesn't hurt, and I only occasionally ...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Generally, tonsillitis is often accompanied by a sore throat, cough, and a mild fever, which may still indicate an upper respiratory infection. It is recommended to finish the medication and then monitor the situation. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Ju...[Read More] Can Tonsillitis Occur Without Sore Throat Pain? Understanding Symptoms
Persistent Phlegm in Throat After Cold: Causes and Solutions
Phlegm in the throat? My friend had cold symptoms in January 2020 and infected four other people. Interestingly, after everyone recovered from their cold symptoms, they all experienced similar throat phlegm and needed to cough to clear it, and it seems there is quite a bit of phl...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: There are many factors that can cause a sensation of phlegm in the throat, including post-nasal drip, gastroesophageal reflux, smoking, or pulmonary diseases. Therefore, if the condition persists without improvement, it is advisable to consult an otolaryngologist or a pulm...[Read More] Persistent Phlegm in Throat After Cold: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Nasal Drip with Blood: When to Seek ENT Care
Post-nasal drip with blood-tinged mucus? Hello Dr. Zheng: In mid-February, I experienced headaches, fatigue, nasal congestion, and a runny nose. I visited the clinic three times without improvement, and finally, I couldn't stand it anymore and went to the emergency room wher...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if you are concerned, you can visit a hospital or clinic's otolaryngology department to have your nasopharynx examined. Generally, this can be done using a mirror or a nasopharyngoscope. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Director of the Otola...[Read More] Understanding Nasal Drip with Blood: When to Seek ENT Care
Throat Itching and Occasional Blood: Understanding ENT Symptoms
Itchy throat with occasional streaks of blood? Doctor: Hello, since I caught a cold in mid-April last year, I've been experiencing an itchy sensation in my throat, sometimes feeling it at the back of the uvula (around the area from the nasopharynx to the oropharynx). This ar...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, (1) The scope of nasopharyngoscopy includes the observation of the nasal cavity, nasopharynx, oropharynx, hypopharynx, and the position of the vocal cords. (2) A sensation of itchiness in the throat is often associated with post-nasal drip or gastroesophageal reflux di...[Read More] Throat Itching and Occasional Blood: Understanding ENT Symptoms
Feeling of Foreign Body in Throat: Causes and Concerns Explained
Foreign body sensation in the throat? Hello, Dr. Zheng. I was eating pasta too quickly, and it felt like a piece got stuck in my esophagus. I initially wanted to spit it out, but all that came out were chewed pieces, so I gave up. However, when I swallow saliva afterward, my thro...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: If you have a sensation of a foreign body in your throat without significant pain or difficulty swallowing, you can start with self-observation. If there is no severe coughing while eating, it is unlikely to cause aspiration pneumonia. As for the ulcer on your tongue, you ...[Read More] Feeling of Foreign Body in Throat: Causes and Concerns Explained
Understanding Throat and Trachea Issues: Common Concerns and Solutions
Throat and tracheal issues? Hello Doctor, after having mung bean soup for dinner today, I felt like something was stuck in my throat, as if a mung bean was lodged there. After inducing vomiting, although I no longer felt the mung bean, I still have a strange sensation when I spit...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if there is no obvious difficulty swallowing or pain while swallowing, the strange sensation may be related to throat discomfort caused by inducing vomiting, and it is advisable to self-monitor. As for the feeling that food sometimes seems to go up into the nose, it may be...[Read More] Understanding Throat and Trachea Issues: Common Concerns and Solutions
Understanding Red Spots on the Roof of Your Mouth: Causes and Concerns
The upper jaw is red? Hello Doctor, I have noticed some red spots (or patches) in my mouth, near the upper palate close to the throat, over the past couple of days. There is no broken skin or bleeding, just some red spots. Recently, I have occasionally experienced a sore throat w...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
Please start with soft foods, and if you do not heal within two weeks, please visit an otolaryngology clinic. Wishing you a speedy recovery.[Read More] Understanding Red Spots on the Roof of Your Mouth: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Post-Operative Complications After Laser Uvulopalatoplasty
Laser Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP) Hello, I have a question regarding snoring issues. I underwent laser uvulopalatoplasty over a year ago, but since then, I have experienced recurrent inflammation and frequent coughing. Initially, I thought it was a cold and have been seeing ...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: The surgical wound typically heals within 1-2 weeks, and recurrent colds or infections are likely not related to the surgery. If symptoms persist without improvement, it is advisable to continue follow-up visits for examination. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr...[Read More] Understanding Post-Operative Complications After Laser Uvulopalatoplasty