Understanding Complications After Nasal Septum Bone Removal
Nasal septal bone issues? Hello, what are the potential complications after bone removal from the nasal septum? I underwent surgery to remove bone from the nasal septum for reconstruction in another area, but I've noticed that my nose has been particularly sensitive to inhal...
Dr. Jian Huangqi Reply:
There should be no sequelae. Once the bone is removed, it cannot regenerate. Increased sensitivity during inhalation may be due to the expansion of the lungs. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Complications After Nasal Septum Bone Removal
Persistent Throat Coughing: When to Seek ENT or Gastroenterology Help?
The throat feels very itchy, prompting a strong urge to cough? Hello Doctor: My mother has been experiencing a persistent sensation in her throat for the past few months, which makes her feel like she needs to cough, as if trying to expel something foreign. However, what she coug...
Dr. Hu Kexin Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, there are many causes of chronic cough. It is recommended to start with an examination by a pulmonologist.[Read More] Persistent Throat Coughing: When to Seek ENT or Gastroenterology Help?
Understanding Sudden Throat Irritation: Causes and Solutions
Sore throat? Hello Doctor, I often experience sudden itching and dryness in my throat, which leads to persistent coughing. Sometimes after coughing, I can't stop sneezing. Afterward, my throat feels fine again and is no longer dry or itchy. I do not have a cold, but these s...
Dr. Jian Huangqi Reply:
Recommend outpatient examination.[Read More] Understanding Sudden Throat Irritation: Causes and Solutions
Managing Persistent Cough and Dizziness: ENT Insights
Dizziness and persistent coughing? Doctor: Hello, my mother has been coughing persistently and has a lot of phlegm. At night, she feels dizzy and restless. How should we handle this? Thank you very much for your response.
Dr. Hu Kexin Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, persistent cough and dizziness can both be evaluated by an otolaryngologist (ENT specialist). These symptoms may be separate conditions, or they could be caused by a cold that simultaneously triggers both cough and dizziness. The exact cause s...[Read More] Managing Persistent Cough and Dizziness: ENT Insights
Persistent Dry Cough at Home: Possible Causes and Solutions
Persistent dry cough? Hello, my husband starts to cough dry for no reason as soon as he gets home. He has taken cold medicine, but it doesn't help, and he doesn't cough when he's outside. I've also cleaned the house! For the past two years, he has had persiste...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Subject: Possible Relationships Coughing can be related to various factors. Just as we fear leaks when building a house, doctors fear misdiagnosing a cough. **Viral Infections – Viral Bronchitis** Coughing occurs in our bodies due to the presence of "cough receptors&quo...[Read More] Persistent Dry Cough at Home: Possible Causes and Solutions
Managing Allergies in Teens: Tips from an ENT Specialist
Hello, Dr. Hu! Dr. Hu: My brother (14 years old) has a history of nasal allergies, and his symptoms have started to flare up as summer transitions into fall. It seems quite severe; he can't stand the itching in his nose and is sneezing uncontrollably (with a runny nose), goi...
Dr. Hu Kexin Reply:
Hello: Dr. Hu usually sees patients in the morning and often in the afternoon, but it typically does not go beyond 5 PM. You can try to make an appointment and then call the clinic on the same day to ask the nurse what time would be best to come in.[Read More] Managing Allergies in Teens: Tips from an ENT Specialist
Understanding Throat Bleeding: Causes and Remedies for Relief
Throat bleeding? I recently caught a cold and have been coughing a lot without being able to bring up any phlegm. I thought I was getting better, but just now while washing my hair, I suddenly had a nosebleed, and my mouth was filled with thick, bright red blood. After rinsing my...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Dear Sir/Madam: It may just be mucosal inflammation. Please visit the ENT outpatient clinic for an examination. Dr. Yeh Da-Wei, Head of ENT Department, Hsinchu Hospital.[Read More] Understanding Throat Bleeding: Causes and Remedies for Relief
Understanding White Granules Coughing: Causes and Remedies
Coughing up white granular substances from the throat? Doctor, I have recently been coughing up small white and slightly grayish particles, and when I crush them, they emit a very unpleasant odor. Previously, I felt something stuck in my throat, and when I visited the clinic, the...
Dr. Chen Jianzhi Reply:
Dear Inquirer: Hello, based on your literal question, it may be chronic tonsillitis. You can purchase mouthwash and rinse four times a day after meals to see if it improves your symptoms. Sincerely, Dr. Chien-Chih Chen, Physician at Taoyuan Hospital, Department of Health, and Lec...[Read More] Understanding White Granules Coughing: Causes and Remedies
Understanding Throat Lymph Nodes and Their Impact on Mucus Sensation
Please provide the content you would like 1. Do you have any nasal symptoms? A: I have a bit of nasal discharge; I have allergic rhinitis. 2. Can you elaborate on the feeling of phlegm? A: Sometimes I feel phlegm in my throat, but I can't cough it up. I visited a clinic to...
Dr. Chen Jianzhi Reply:
Dear Inquirer: Hello, when there are many small lymph nodes in the throat, if they become inflamed, it can be likened to having many stones in a river, which can easily obstruct the flow of water and even cause stagnation of aquatic plants. Do you understand this? Therefore, expe...[Read More] Understanding Throat Lymph Nodes and Their Impact on Mucus Sensation
Does H1N1 Always Cause Fever? Understanding Symptoms and Concerns
Is fever always present with H1N1? I have a headache, runny nose, cough with phlegm, sore throat, and body aches, but I don't have a fever. Two days ago, I had diarrhea. I have allergic rhinitis and often have a runny nose. Does this mean I can rule out H1N1? I saw a doctor ...
Dr. Jian Huangqi Reply:
A rapid test for H1N1 can be performed using a nasopharyngeal swab. If symptoms are severe, Oseltamivir (75 mg per capsule) can be administered twice daily for a total of five days.[Read More] Does H1N1 Always Cause Fever? Understanding Symptoms and Concerns
Persistent Coughing: Understanding Throat and Sinus Issues
Coughing can be life-threatening? Since early July, I have occasionally experienced a scratchy throat that leads to coughing. By early August, I started having a runny nose. I have persistent phlegm in my throat, and my coughing has worsened; when I cough, my face turns red and m...
Dr. Hu Kexin Reply:
Hello: If a cough persists for an extended period, it is recommended to undergo a chest X-ray at the very least. If sinusitis is suspected, a detailed local examination by an otolaryngologist is necessary, and if needed, a sinus X-ray or CT scan should be performed for diagnosis....[Read More] Persistent Coughing: Understanding Throat and Sinus Issues
Understanding Post-Nasal Drip: Is It Allergies or Something Else?
Allergy? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing chronic post-nasal drip for over two years. I have seen multiple doctors without any improvement. I feel that there is a thick, clear, and slippery mucus constantly draining from a spot in my right nasal cavity, near the area below ...
Dr. Hu Kexin Reply:
Hello: The normal nasal cavity secretes mucus to maintain moisture, which drains into the throat, but a healthy person typically does not notice this. The sensation of postnasal drip or even severe coughing is most commonly caused by excessive secretion or the mucus being too thi...[Read More] Understanding Post-Nasal Drip: Is It Allergies or Something Else?
Understanding Nasal Drip: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Nasal cry (or rhinorrhea)? Hello Doctor: I have been struggling with post-nasal drip for over two years, and it has been persistent without any relief. I have seen many doctors and have tried antibiotics, antihistamines, and nasal sprays, but none have been effective. I have unde...
Dr. Chen Jianzhi Reply:
Dear Inquirer, Based on your literal question, you may not only have chronic rhinitis and sinusitis (allergic), but you might also be experiencing chronic pharyngitis. Would you consider visiting my clinic for assistance? My clinic hours at Taoyuan Hospital, Department of Health...[Read More] Understanding Nasal Drip: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Can Chronic Phlegm and Sinusitis Cause Heart Palpitations?
Chronic phlegm and sinusitis? Hello, Dr. Chen. I would like to ask if long-term phlegm and sinusitis can lead to palpitations? I'm not sure if I have sinusitis because some doctors say I have chronic rhinitis while others say I have sinusitis. My long-term phlegm causes me t...
Dr. Chen Jianzhi Reply:
Dear Inquirer: Based on your literal question and the opinions of various physicians, you are likely suffering from "chronic rhinitis and sinusitis." Chronic rhinitis and sinusitis can present with the symptoms you described; however, palpitations should not be associat...[Read More] Can Chronic Phlegm and Sinusitis Cause Heart Palpitations?
Understanding Coughing, Stomach Pain, and Flu Symptoms: A Guide
About the common cold? Hello, Doctor: I have been coughing for over a week, but I don't have the habit of wearing a mask. I also don't have a fever or any other symptoms, just a persistent cough. However, for the past two days, I have been experiencing abdominal pain. T...
Dr. Chen Jianzhi Reply:
Dear Inquirer, According to your literal question, a cold can indeed lead to abdominal pain and gastroenteritis. The symptoms of H1N1 are similar to those of a cold, which may include fever, runny nose, cough, and gastroenteritis. However, the human body lacks antibodies against...[Read More] Understanding Coughing, Stomach Pain, and Flu Symptoms: A Guide
Understanding Persistent Throat Mucus and Foul Odors: ENT Insights
Coughing Hello, doctor: Sometimes I feel like I have a lot of phlegm in my throat, so I cough it up, but when I do, I notice that it seems to be a white, transparent substance rather than phlegm. It feels like I can never completely clear it, and sometimes there are a few yellowi...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Dear Sir/Madam: It is chronic pharyngitis. Please visit the otolaryngology outpatient department for treatment. Dr. Yeh Da-Wei, Head of the Department of Otolaryngology, Hsinchu Hospital.[Read More] Understanding Persistent Throat Mucus and Foul Odors: ENT Insights
Chest Pain from Coughing: Understanding ENT Issues and Relief
Chest pain from coughing? I have been coughing for about a week, and it hurts in my chest area! My throat is itchy, I have a runny nose, and I'm experiencing nasal congestion. The main issue is the pain in my chest from coughing!
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Dear Sir/Madam: Please visit the Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) department or the Pulmonary Medicine department for consultation. Director Yeh Da-Wei of the ENT department at Hsinchu Hospital.[Read More] Chest Pain from Coughing: Understanding ENT Issues and Relief
Safe Medication Use During Pregnancy: ENT Issues and Guidance
Medications during pregnancy I am currently about two months pregnant, but I have been suffering from a cold for about a month. Initially, I only had a scratchy throat and hoarseness. Now, I am experiencing nasal pain and congestion, and even pain in my left eye and left side of ...
Dr. Chen Jianzhi Reply:
Dear Xiao Yu, Using medication during pregnancy is indeed a challenge. Ideally, it is best to avoid medication whenever possible, as everything is for the health of the baby. If medication is necessary, topical treatments may be sufficient. However, the actual diagnosis of the c...[Read More] Safe Medication Use During Pregnancy: ENT Issues and Guidance
Understanding Dizziness: Causes, Treatments, and Recovery Tips
Dizziness issues? On March 2nd, after waking up from a nap, I felt that objects in front of me were swaying up and down, making it difficult to get up. I also felt nauseous and had to use the restroom. After lying back down in bed, when I got up again, the swaying sensation persi...
Dr. Jian Huangqi Reply:
It will take about two weeks of medication to recover. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Dizziness: Causes, Treatments, and Recovery Tips
Understanding Nasal Voice Changes: When to Seek ENT Help
Nasal congestion? 1. Recently, I have occasionally experienced a change in my voice with nasal quality, and friends have also noticed this. However, I do not have any obvious cold symptoms or other issues. Should I seek medical attention? 2. I have a problem with chronic sinusi...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Dear Sir/Madam: 1. Please visit the outpatient clinic for examination. 2. Excessive nasal voice may not necessarily resolve. Understanding Sinusitis What are the sinuses and their functions: The sinuses are located within the skull and nasal cavity. There are four pairs of sin...[Read More] Understanding Nasal Voice Changes: When to Seek ENT Help