Persistent Cough and Nasal Symptoms: Understanding ENT Issues
Coughing Hello Doctor: I have been coughing for three weeks without improvement, and my nose has been continuously running (with yellow-green mucus). Occasionally, I also blow my nose and notice some blood. Additionally, my ears hurt when I sneeze or cough. Could you please expla...
Dr. Chen Jianzhi Reply:
Dear Hsiao-Wen, Based on your description, you may be suffering from acute sinusitis. Prolonged coughing can cause vibrations in the eardrum, leading to tympanitis. Additionally, excessive post-nasal drip can obstruct the Eustachian tube, potentially resulting in otitis media. I...[Read More] Persistent Cough and Nasal Symptoms: Understanding ENT Issues
Understanding Coughing: Causes and Breathing Difficulties Explained
Coughing Shortness of breath during coughing, thank you.
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Hello, Ms. Lu: In the context of medication treatment or X-ray examinations, there are local sayings that resonate with the challenges faced by physicians, such as "Building a house is afraid of leaks, and doctors are afraid of treating coughs." Coughing patients make...[Read More] Understanding Coughing: Causes and Breathing Difficulties Explained
Managing Post-Nasal Drip and Nasal Voice Issues: Effective Solutions
Post-nasal drip causing nasal voice? Hello Dr. Chen, When I was about 16 years old, I had a severe cold, and since then, I have experienced symptoms of nasal discharge at night while sleeping, along with post-nasal drip. In the mornings, I wake up coughing and expel a lot of phl...
Dr. Chen Jianzhi Reply:
Dear Inquirer: Based on your description, you may be suffering from chronic rhinitis and sinusitis, which can lead to nasal speech, morning cough, or other symptoms. Adequate sleep can improve the symptoms of rhinitis and sinusitis. There are various treatment approaches for rhin...[Read More] Managing Post-Nasal Drip and Nasal Voice Issues: Effective Solutions
Understanding ENT Medications: Effectiveness and Common Concerns
Medication issues Hello, Doctor: I have been experiencing symptoms of a cold, including headache, phlegm in my throat, cough, and nasal congestion. After seeing a doctor, I was prescribed the following medications, but after taking several doses, I feel no improvement. Are these ...
Dr. Hong Guangliang Reply:
Hello, the medication you have is commonly used for colds and should be effective. However, medications for colds are generally considered adjunctive treatments. If it is not effective, you can certainly ask your physician for adjustments. Adequate rest is also very important! Pa...[Read More] Understanding ENT Medications: Effectiveness and Common Concerns
Understanding Sore Throat and Lymph Node Infections: Causes and Remedies
My throat is very itchy? Two nights ago, I turned on the air conditioning, and the next morning I woke up with a slight sore throat. I didn't think much of it, but the following morning I felt very dry, and when I coughed, I produced thick phlegm. My throat was very painful,...
Dr. Hong Guangliang Reply:
Hello, the swelling you mentioned is likely due to enlarged tonsils or tonsillitis. It is recommended that you see a doctor for a thorough examination. Additionally, medication usually takes about a week to show improvement![Read More] Understanding Sore Throat and Lymph Node Infections: Causes and Remedies
Sinusitis: Foods to Avoid and Tips for Improvement
Sinusitis What should be avoided in sinusitis, such as foods to avoid, and how can it be improved?
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Hello, Li Zuopeng: Understanding Sinusitis What are the sinuses and their functions: The sinuses are located within the skull and nasal cavity. There are four pairs of sinuses: the maxillary sinuses on either side of the nose, the ethmoid sinuses above, the frontal sinuses in th...[Read More] Sinusitis: Foods to Avoid and Tips for Improvement
Understanding Nasal Pain and Congestion: Insights from an ENT Specialist
Consultation for nasal pain and nasal congestion? Hello Dr. Hong, I read your article about nasal congestion in the Health and Medical section of the Liberty Times, and it resonated with me. Five months ago, I visited an otolaryngologist due to a cold and cough. During the examin...
Dr. Hong Guangliang Reply:
Hello Mrs. Chen, thank you for your encouragement. Simply sniffing should not cause a significant injury, and the likelihood of a bacterial infection is low. However, it is still best to have a direct examination for a more accurate assessment! My clinic hours are Monday, Wednesd...[Read More] Understanding Nasal Pain and Congestion: Insights from an ENT Specialist
Understanding Oral Symptoms: Could It Be Salivary Gland Stones?
Oral issues On both sides of the oral cavity, when I use my tongue to feel, there are several small raised spots. When I open my mouth to look at the inside of my cheeks, I see several small white spots on both sides. Recently, I often feel dry mouth and have phlegm in my throat,...
Dr. Hong Guangliang Reply:
Hello, based on your description, I recommend that you consult a specialized otolaryngologist or oral surgeon for a direct examination to obtain a more accurate diagnosis![Read More] Understanding Oral Symptoms: Could It Be Salivary Gland Stones?
Blood in Phlegm: Understanding Causes and When to See an ENT
Coughing up blood? Hello, Doctor. I often experience nasal allergies, and after blowing my nose, I have a habit of rolling up tissue and inserting it into my nostrils to clean them thoroughly. Recently, when I pulled the tissue out, there was always blood on it, but I didn't...
Dr. Hu Kexin Reply:
Hello: There are many causes for mucus or phlegm containing blood, including injury to the nasal mucosa, nasopharyngeal cancer, or other reasons. It is recommended that you see an otolaryngologist as soon as possible for an examination. Wishing you good health, Dr. Hu Ksin, Depar...[Read More] Blood in Phlegm: Understanding Causes and When to See an ENT
Swallowed a Mosquito: Ear, Nose, and Throat Concerns Explained
A mosquito flew into the throat? Hello, Dr. Hu. I would like to ask you a question. While in an elevator, I inhaled a fairly large mosquito due to breathing too forcefully, and it got stuck at the junction of my nasal cavity and throat, causing pain in the back of my nasal cavity...
Dr. Hu Kexin Reply:
Hello: If you are still experiencing pain, it may be necessary to consult an otolaryngologist to check for inflammation or infection. Hooke's sign.[Read More] Swallowed a Mosquito: Ear, Nose, and Throat Concerns Explained
Managing Allergic Rhinitis in Infants and Toddlers: Treatment Options and Care
Allergic rhinitis in infants and young children? Hello, Doctor! I have two sons, one just turned one year old and the other just turned four. Both of them have been diagnosed with allergic rhinitis. They experience nasal congestion at night, and the younger one especially has tro...
Dr. Hu Kexin Reply:
Hello: Allergic rhinitis is a chronic condition that can significantly impact quality of life, especially since both of your sons have this condition; I can understand your anxious feelings. If it is a simple case of allergic rhinitis, doctors typically prescribe antihistamines o...[Read More] Managing Allergic Rhinitis in Infants and Toddlers: Treatment Options and Care
Understanding Sinusitis and Cold Complications: A Patient's Journey
Sinusitis with a cold... multiple infections? Hello, Doctor. I have been suffering from a cold since February 11th (today is February 27th), which has lasted for more than two weeks. Initially, I only had a sore throat and fever, but later I developed a cough, runny nose, headach...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
1. Please visit the outpatient clinic. 2. Endoscopic surgery may be necessary to resolve the symptoms. 3. Due to the obstruction of the Eustachian tube. Dr. Yeh Da-Wei, Head of the Otolaryngology Department, Hsinchu Hospital.[Read More] Understanding Sinusitis and Cold Complications: A Patient's Journey
Understanding Prolonged Cold Symptoms: Sinusitis and Treatment Options
Severe cold Hello, doctor. I have been suffering from a cold since February 11th (now February 27th), which has lasted for over two weeks. Initially, I only had a sore throat and fever, but later I developed a cough, runny nose, headache, and dizziness. I have seen four doctors a...
Dr. Hong Guangliang Reply:
Hello, acute sinusitis is mostly caused by a bacterial infection and typically requires 1-2 weeks of treatment with effective antibiotics. Based on your description, it does seem to align with acute sinusitis. I recommend that you closely monitor your condition and inform your ph...[Read More] Understanding Prolonged Cold Symptoms: Sinusitis and Treatment Options
Understanding Nasal Congestion: Causes and Solutions for Better Breathing
Nasal issues? Hello, I am currently experiencing frequent nasal congestion. Sometimes at night when I go to sleep, the congestion becomes so severe that I have difficulty breathing and cannot sleep. I have to inhale very forcefully to breathe, which causes headaches. I would like...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
The causes of nasal congestion can be attributed to "infection," "structural abnormalities of the nose," "allergic rhinitis," and "vasomotor rhinitis," each with its own pathogenic mechanisms and treatment approaches. Of course, each condit...[Read More] Understanding Nasal Congestion: Causes and Solutions for Better Breathing
Persistent Throat Discomfort: Understanding Symptoms and Seeking Help
Persistent throat discomfort? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing discomfort in my throat for a long time (at least 1 to 2 months). I haven't had a cough, but the symptoms are not very severe; it usually feels dry and itchy with some mild pain, and occasionally it can be...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
1. Chronic pharyngitis 2. None 3. Laryngoscopy 4. The sensation of a foreign body in the throat can only be treated symptomatically in chronic pharyngitis: For those experiencing long-term discomfort in the throat, with a feeling of something stuck during swallowing and som...[Read More] Persistent Throat Discomfort: Understanding Symptoms and Seeking Help
Understanding Chronic Nasal Congestion: Allergy or ENT Issues?
Is it an allergy or a nasal issue? Symptoms: I experience nasal congestion when lying down, and I am prone to catching colds around my menstrual cycle. Once I get sick, I have to see many doctors and take a lot of medication before I slowly improve. However, since November of thi...
Dr. Jian Huangqi Reply:
1. Nasal congestion and coughing while lying down may be due to inferior turbinate hypertrophy. You can come to my clinic for a detailed examination and treatment. 2. It is covered by health insurance.[Read More] Understanding Chronic Nasal Congestion: Allergy or ENT Issues?
Understanding Throat Pain and Cough: Cancer Risk Factors Explained
Sore throat with cough? Hello Doctor: My father has been experiencing throat discomfort for the past three months, with severe coughing. He visited a small clinic, but he refuses to share his condition with us and has only been taking cough medicine. My father smokes, drinks alco...
Dr. Jian Huangqi Reply:
The probability of being diagnosed with cancer is not certain. It takes about 10 minutes to undergo an examination at the outpatient clinic. Thank you. You can come to my clinic for a consultation.[Read More] Understanding Throat Pain and Cough: Cancer Risk Factors Explained
Understanding Throat Discomfort and Lymph Node Pain: When to Seek Help
My throat feels strange? Hello, doctor. Recently, I noticed that there seems to be a lymph node area above my left clavicle that feels painful and uncomfortable when pressed lightly. I also often feel a sensation of something stuck in my throat, and sometimes I experience slight ...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, it may require an actual examination for a proper diagnosis. It is recommended to consult an otolaryngologist for evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Throat Discomfort and Lymph Node Pain: When to Seek Help
Understanding Unpleasant Odors from the Nose: Causes and Solutions
It is common to occasionally notice a foul odor coming from the nose? Hello, doctor: Recently, I have occasionally noticed a slight foul odor in my nose for about two months, but I don't smell it every day (I haven't had a cold). Could you please tell me what might be h...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
It may be sinusitis; let's try medication for treatment. Understanding sinusitis: What are the sinuses and their functions? The sinuses are located within the skull and nasal cavity. There are four types of sinuses, paired on both sides: the maxillary sinuses are located on ...[Read More] Understanding Unpleasant Odors from the Nose: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Persistent Nasal Congestion in Children: Causes and Solutions
Parents troubled by nasal disorders? Hello Dr. Jian: My 5-year-old child has been experiencing nasal congestion since last month. When blowing his nose, the mucus is thick, sticky, and white. He often has a cough accompanying the nasal symptoms. We have seen an ENT specialist who...
Dr. Jian Huangqi Reply:
Hello, Xiao Ou: Your child may have acute rhinitis accompanied by post-nasal drip causing coughing symptoms. You can bring him to my clinic for a consultation. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Persistent Nasal Congestion in Children: Causes and Solutions