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...[Read More] Dealing with Food Aspiration: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Sneezing-Related Headaches: When to Seek Medical Attention
Sneezing headache? Last night, while lying down before sleep, I sneezed and suddenly felt a sharp pain from the back of my neck to my right brain, like a line, which lasted for a few seconds. After that, my right brain felt a bit numb. When I woke up and got out of bed, I blew my...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
If the thunderclap headache persists without improvement and is accompanied by symptoms such as facial numbness or drooping of the mouth and eyes, it is advised to seek immediate medical evaluation from a neurologist for confirmation.[Read More] Understanding Sneezing-Related Headaches: When to Seek Medical Attention
Managing Persistent Cough and Wheezing: Insights for Allergy Sufferers
Abnormal cough and wheezing? Hello Doctor, I have had a tendency to have a runny nose and nasal allergies since childhood, and I have an allergic constitution. Since the end of June this year, I have been experiencing a strange cough and wheezing sounds, along with a sensation of...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, elevated IgE levels and allergy testing indicate an allergy to dust and dust mites, while lung function tests are normal. This suggests current upper respiratory allergic symptoms. It is recommended to enhance the management of allergic rhinitis. In addition to environment...[Read More] Managing Persistent Cough and Wheezing: Insights for Allergy Sufferers
Right-Sided Tonsillitis: Symptoms, Causes, and Concerns Explained
Right-sided tonsillitis? I have had a sore throat for a week, and I just noticed that the right tonsil area is swollen with some scattered white spots on the surface. It hurts when I swallow, but I don't have any other symptoms. Recently, I've also had more phlegm in my...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, it could possibly be tonsillitis, tonsil ulcers, tonsil stones, or a tonsil tumor (benign or malignant, which requires examination). It is advisable to visit an otolaryngologist if symptoms persist. Wishing you peace and good health. Ministry of Health and Welfare Taichung...[Read More] Right-Sided Tonsillitis: Symptoms, Causes, and Concerns Explained
Understanding the Safe Interval Between OTC and Prescription Medications
The interval between over-the-counter medications and prescription medications? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing some cold symptoms over the past few days and took some medication to alleviate the symptoms. After taking a cough suppressant in the afternoon, I went to see a...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if it is only a one-time occurrence, it should not pose a risk of drug overdose. It is recommended to continue taking the medication prescribed by your physician.[Read More] Understanding the Safe Interval Between OTC and Prescription Medications
Choking on Food: Understanding Risks of Aspiration Pneumonia
Choking while eating? Hello, Doctor: Today, while eating, I choked and coughed a couple of times afterward. After coughing, I felt fine, but I’m unsure if I expelled the food particles that I choked on since there might still be food in my mouth. Now, I still feel a slight itch i...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, the likelihood is generally low. You may observe your condition first. If you experience persistent coughing or fever, it is advisable to seek medical evaluation for confirmation.[Read More] Choking on Food: Understanding Risks of Aspiration Pneumonia
Sudden Hearing Loss: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Sudden hearing loss in one ear? Hello, doctor. This morning, I suddenly experienced a significant reduction in hearing in both ears, feeling stuffy and uncomfortable, as if water had entered my ears, or like I was submerged in a swimming pool. After this incident, I tried yawning...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if there is no persistent hearing loss and hearing recovers in a short period, it is often related to Eustachian tube dysfunction. If there are no obvious symptoms, you may observe it for a while. However, if it occurs repeatedly or if you have concerns, you should visit a...[Read More] Sudden Hearing Loss: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Unilateral Tonsil Swelling: Causes and Concerns
Unilateral tonsillitis Hello, doctor. My left tonsil is very swollen; I can only see a little bit from the outside. While showering, I gently pushed on it with my hand, and I expelled about the size of a pinky finger, with a little bit of blood afterward. The next morning, my fir...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
The discharge is a sticky secretion that resembles post-nasal drip. If it is a white, comedonal secretion, it may indicate inflammation or cancer. The material expelled usually has a foul odor. It is recommended that you seek treatment at an otolaryngology clinic. Wishing you goo...[Read More] Understanding Unilateral Tonsil Swelling: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Blood-Streaked Phlegm: When to Seek Medical Attention
Coughing up phlegm with traces of blood? At the end of May, I had a cold and coughed up green phlegm with blood streaks. I saw a doctor and took medication, which helped, but afterwards, the phlegm continued to have blood streaks. I went to the hospital to see a pulmonologist, an...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
Bleeding can occur from the nasal cavity to the tracheal mucosa, and bronchoscopy should be considered. Wishing you safety and well-being.[Read More] Understanding Blood-Streaked Phlegm: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Post-Nasal Drip and Taste Smell Disorders: A Guide
Olfactory and gustatory abnormalities, post-nasal drip? Hello, Doctor. I suddenly started experiencing post-nasal drip about a year ago. I underwent turbinate surgery during this time, but the post-nasal drip has not improved, and I have also developed issues with smell and taste...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if abnormalities in smell and taste are examined by a physician and no obvious tumors or sinusitis are found, they are often related to viral infections or other unknown causes that lead to damage or degeneration of the olfactory nerves. If symptoms persist without improve...[Read More] Understanding Post-Nasal Drip and Taste Smell Disorders: A Guide
Understanding Right Vocal Cord Paralysis: Causes, Diagnosis, and Recovery
Right vocal cord paralysis? Hello Dr. Cheng, On January 13, 2023, I visited a regional hospital in Yunlin due to a cold and cough. During the examination, the physician inadvertently discovered that my right vocal cord exhibited signs of paralysis using a nasal endoscope (my voi...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, I agree with the second point regarding the clinical judgment of the two physicians. If there is improvement, outpatient follow-up observation can continue. Whether further examinations are needed should be determined by the clinical physician based on changes in symptoms.[Read More] Understanding Right Vocal Cord Paralysis: Causes, Diagnosis, and Recovery
Understanding Blood in Post-Nasal Drip: Causes and When to Seek Help
Postnasal drip with blood? Hello, doctor. Since I woke up the day before yesterday, I've been experiencing a bit of a sore throat and post-nasal drip, with some blood in the mucus I coughed up. Today, I woke up with the same sore throat and post-nasal drip, which is yellow. ...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, sinusitis generally presents with thick nasal mucus that does not contain blood. If you continue to have blood-streaked mucus, it is advisable to visit an otolaryngologist for further examination.[Read More] Understanding Blood in Post-Nasal Drip: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Blood in Post-Nasal Drip: Causes and When to Seek Help
Nasal mucus drainage with blood? Hello, doctor. Since I woke up the day before yesterday, I've been feeling a bit of a sore throat and experiencing post-nasal drip, which I have been coughing up with a little bit of blood. Today, I woke up with the same sore throat and still...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, sinusitis typically presents with thick nasal mucus that does not contain blood. If you continue to have blood-tinged mucus, it is advisable to visit an otolaryngologist for further examination.[Read More] Understanding Blood in Post-Nasal Drip: Causes and When to Seek Help
Can Sinusitis Cause Tinnitus? Understanding Ear Pressure and Symptoms
Unilateral tinnitus with a sudden drumming sound: Is it possible that it is caused by sinusitis? Recently, I visited a family medicine clinic due to a cold. After about 15 days of treatment, the yellow-green nasal discharge has resolved, and the family physician believes this was...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, the issues you mentioned could be due to: 1) Eustachian tube dysfunction: This is the most common cause and can occur not only during flying, climbing, or diving, but also when forcefully blowing your nose or bending over. 2) Sudden sensorineural hearing loss. 3) Otitis me...[Read More] Can Sinusitis Cause Tinnitus? Understanding Ear Pressure and Symptoms
Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Tinnitus issues Hello, doctor. Recently, I've been experiencing discomfort around my nasal bridge due to post-nasal drip, but I don't have nasal congestion or a cough, just a bit of phlegm. I visited an ENT specialist and received medication, and the pain around my nasa...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if there are no obvious abnormalities found during the examination and tinnitus is suspected to be caused by autonomic nervous system dysfunction, it can be managed through exercise and improving sleep. Additionally, using music or white noise to mask the tinnitus may help...[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
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.[Read More] Understanding Post-Cold Breathing Difficulties: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Post-COVID Symptoms: Dry Cough, Nasal Drip, and Throat Irritation
Post-nasal drip, throat dryness and itchiness, dry cough? Hello, doctor. Since I was diagnosed on June 28, I have seen significant improvement with medication. However, I am experiencing a dry cough and post-nasal drip. I had a laryngoscopy on July 16, and the doctor noted an inc...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if the symptoms persist without improvement, it is recommended to visit an otolaryngologist for evaluation to determine whether medication treatment is necessary or if observation is sufficient.[Read More] Understanding Post-COVID Symptoms: Dry Cough, Nasal Drip, and Throat Irritation
Understanding Complications of Peritonsillar Abscess Drainage
Perforated tonsillar abscess? Hello Doctor, I have unilateral tonsillitis with significant swelling and pus. After visiting the clinic, I started taking Curam 1000 antibiotics, and today is the second day of treatment. Suddenly, I noticed a lot of pus coming from my mouth, but I ...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
It is recommended to drink plenty of water and rinse your mouth with clean water frequently. Additionally, take your antibiotics as prescribed, as the typical treatment duration is about one week. It is advised to return for a follow-up appointment after finishing the medication ...[Read More] Understanding Complications of Peritonsillar Abscess Drainage
Understanding Post-Nasal Drip and Throat Irritation: Causes and Solutions
Post-nasal drip and throat itching? Hello, Doctor. I have been experiencing a deep throat itch and post-nasal drip for nearly a year, but I do not have a history of allergies. In my daily life, post-nasal drip occurs almost 24 hours a day, requiring me to constantly swallow mucus...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to continue with medication management from either the otolaryngology or gastroenterology department. Additionally, it is important to enhance lifestyle adjustments. You may consider purchasing a nasal irrigator to use with saline solution for nasal clean...[Read More] Understanding Post-Nasal Drip and Throat Irritation: Causes and Solutions
Chronic Headaches and Fungal Sinusitis: Seeking Relief After 20 Years
Fungal sinusitis / headache / tinnitus / impaired sense of smell / blood in saliva? Hello Doctor, I have been suffering from headaches for over 20 years and have seen many doctors. Recently, I found out that the cause is fungal sinusitis, specifically in the sphenoid sinus. After...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
Fungal sinusitis is prone to recurrence. During the surgery, the physician has already opened your sinus ostia, so you should be able to flush out the infectious material through nasal irrigation. If the mucus is initially thick, you can ask the physician to help you clean it out...[Read More] Chronic Headaches and Fungal Sinusitis: Seeking Relief After 20 Years