Private Clinics for Inner Ear Exams: Options for Dizziness Disorders
Find a specialized clinic for dizziness disorders? Dear Dr., There is an 80-year-old patient who would like to check for inner ear problems, but he prefers not to go to a hospital due to the crowds and multiple departments. Do you know of any private clinics, similar to the Amer...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Hello, Lin: Just as you described, not many clinics in Taiwan operate in the same way as the American system. Perhaps you can consult an otoneurologist at the outpatient department and inquire about private services if your 80-year-old friend can afford it. Whether the patient sh...[Read More] Private Clinics for Inner Ear Exams: Options for Dizziness Disorders
Understanding Ear and Throat Issues: Symptoms of Ear Infections and Nasopharyngeal Cancer
Question! I have recently noticed that my ears are often moist and have an unpleasant odor, and the earwax has turned grayish-black. Could this be middle ear infection? Additionally, does nasopharyngeal cancer have symptoms? (My father passed away from nasopharyngeal cancer, and ...
Dr. Jian Huangqi Reply:
It could be otitis media or otomycosis. Nasopharyngeal carcinoma may present with tinnitus, diplopia, nasal discharge or phlegm with blood, and in advanced stages, there may be cervical lymphadenopathy, dizziness, and headaches. You should consult an otolaryngologist. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Ear and Throat Issues: Symptoms of Ear Infections and Nasopharyngeal Cancer
Next Steps for Managing Tinnitus: Seeking Relief from Ear Noise
What should be the next step? Dear Doctor, I have been working in a textile factory for nearly 20 years in a supervisory role, but I still need to stay for several hours each day. I usually wear earplugs, and I have recently been transferred to an office. At the end of April thi...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, hearing loss caused by noise or underlying blood flow issues is not uncommon. What is concerning is that it may be accompanied by persistent tinnitus and vertigo. The general approach should still be based on sudden sensorineural hearing loss,...[Read More] Next Steps for Managing Tinnitus: Seeking Relief from Ear Noise
Understanding Yellow Nasal Discharge: Causes and When to Seek Help
Yellow discharge from the nasal cavity? Hello, for the past six months, I have been experiencing yellow mucus and some pinpoint bleeding from my right nostril. There is also a foul smell when I inhale forcefully, and I have yellow nasal discharge both in the morning and evening. ...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Miss, your issue may be sinusitis. Here is an article for your reference. ----------------------------------------------------------- **"Nasal Disease Package Cure" That Makes One's Nose Tingle** In the outpatient clinic of an otolaryngologist, symptoms such as ...[Read More] Understanding Yellow Nasal Discharge: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Meniere's Disease: Symptoms, Treatment, and Management Options
Meniere's syndrome I visited a neurologist yesterday, and the doctor prescribed two medications: diphenidol 25 mg (pink coated tablet) and flunarizine 5 mg. I researched some information about these medications, and I found that one of them is used to treat Ménière's di...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, patients with Meniere's disease, if not treated regularly, may not only continue to experience dizziness but also face hearing impairment issues. It is advisable to discuss the outcomes of medication with your attending physician, as this...[Read More] Understanding Meniere's Disease: Symptoms, Treatment, and Management Options
Understanding Ear Problems: When to See an ENT Specialist
Ear problems Hello, I have been troubled by my ear issues for over a year now. Recently, I have been feeling very uncomfortable, often experiencing headaches and dizziness, and sometimes my eyes feel uncomfortable as well. I have seen several doctors who all said it was due to a ...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, for issues related to dizziness, you may seek assistance from an otolaryngologist and a neurologist, as there may be a need for instrumental examinations. If treatment in a general outpatient clinic does not lead to recovery, please seek help ...[Read More] Understanding Ear Problems: When to See an ENT Specialist
Understanding Tinnitus: Noise-Induced Ear Ringing Without Dizziness
Tinnitus caused by noise without dizziness (high-frequency tinnitus sound)? I have been experiencing tinnitus for a month! I went to karaoke before, and the music was too loud. Even after adjusting the volume, it was still the same, and the sound system was terrible, causing the ...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, your condition is classified as atypical noise-induced injury. It is recommended that you seek a specialist for further treatment, as there is a critical window for effective intervention in this situation. Please pay close attention to this m...[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus: Noise-Induced Ear Ringing Without Dizziness
Understanding Stapedial Otosclerosis: Symptoms, Surgery, and Treatment Options
I would like to inquire about detailed information regarding otosclerosis? Dear Dr. Hsu, I have been experiencing tinnitus in my right ear for about eight years. Initially, it was mild, so I ignored it, but it has since become disruptive even during the day. I have consulted man...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, otosclerosis is relatively rare among Eastern populations, which is why physicians in Eastern countries perform fewer surgeries for this condition compared to those in Western countries, due to racial differences. Based on your hospital visit,...[Read More] Understanding Stapedial Otosclerosis: Symptoms, Surgery, and Treatment Options
Understanding Dizziness: Causes, Management, and Prevention Tips
Dizziness syndrome My mother experiences dizziness; it happened once last year as well. When she feels dizzy, she describes it as very severe, with her head feeling completely heavy and unsteady while walking. However, she does not experience tinnitus. Additionally, she sometimes...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, there are many causes of vertigo. If your mother has been experiencing this issue for a long time, it is advisable to consult an otoneurologist for a thorough examination to identify the underlying cause, as some serious central nervous system...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness: Causes, Management, and Prevention Tips
Understanding Dizziness and Nausea: Seeking Clarity in ENT Issues
Dizziness and vomiting? Hello Dr. Hsu, I experienced a sore throat in mid-March of this year. Initially, I consulted an otolaryngologist, but after five days with no improvement (I saw other doctors in between), the pain intensified to the point where I could hardly eat. During ...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, there are many causes of sore throat, and a thorough differential diagnosis by a clinician is necessary. I recommend that you follow up with the same physician for continuity of care, as this will make it easier to understand your medication s...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness and Nausea: Seeking Clarity in ENT Issues
Understanding Chronic Nasal Congestion: Is Surgery the Solution?
Nasal congestion issues? I have been experiencing chronic nasal congestion since childhood, for about six years now. I heard that if I undergo surgery to remove the tissue in my nasal cavity, it could resolve the issue. Would this mean I won't have to deal with nasal congest...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Mr. No more nasal congestion troubles. Here is an article for your reference. ┌─── ■ Yeh Da-Wei ENT Clinic Medical Education ■ ─── 2000/02/20 ┐ The leading dizziness specialist in the Zhuliang-Miaoli area, a pioneer in online medicine in Taiwan. └─ Yeh Da-Wei ENT Clinic webs...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Nasal Congestion: Is Surgery the Solution?
Understanding Dizziness and Tinnitus: Insights on Auditory Sensitivity
Dizziness and tinnitus? Hello Dr. Hsu, I have some questions on behalf of my mother. Ever since she started taking traditional Chinese medicine and receiving ear acupuncture, she has been experiencing dizziness. It’s not a spinning sensation, but rather a horizontal dizziness. W...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, there are many conditions that can cause dizziness, and the treatment methods vary accordingly. For your mother's situation, a detailed examination of the vestibular system is necessary to arrive at a more definitive diagnosis. These test...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness and Tinnitus: Insights on Auditory Sensitivity
Understanding Persistent Head Heaviness and Dizziness: Causes and Solutions
Feeling heavy-headed? Hello, Doctor: For the past two to three months, I have been frequently experiencing a heavy sensation in my head, and sometimes I feel dizzy. I feel better in the morning after waking up, but as the day progresses, I gradually start to feel heaviness or diz...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Sir, please schedule an appointment with the neurology department. It may be necessary to perform an electroencephalogram (EEG), computed tomography (CT) scan, or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to assist the neurologist in making a differential diagnosis.[Read More] Understanding Persistent Head Heaviness and Dizziness: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Severe Tinnitus and Dizziness: Possible Causes and Solutions
Tinnitus Hello, doctor. For the past few days (3 to 4 days), I have been experiencing severe tinnitus in my left ear, accompanied by slight dizziness. I feel as though I am relying on my right ear for hearing, and this has started to affect my daily life. In the past (9 years ago...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, the definition of Meniere's disease includes recurrent symptoms such as hearing loss, vertigo, and tinnitus, so repeated episodes are understandable. It is generally believed to be caused by issues within the inner ear's lymphatic sy...[Read More] Understanding Severe Tinnitus and Dizziness: Possible Causes and Solutions
Understanding Ear Pressure and Headaches: Causes and Solutions
Question! Hello Dr. Yeh: Recently, I have experienced a sensation of blood rushing to my head accompanied by a roaring sound when I squat down and then stand up. Afterward, it usually resolves, but sometimes I also feel a dull headache in the back of my head along with a sensatio...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Miss, your issue may be related to Eustachian tube obstruction and tinnitus. Here is a reference article. ----------------------------------------------------------- **"Local Surrounding the Central" – Correct Concepts for Treating Tinnitus** Mr. Chang Jun-Hong from t...[Read More] Understanding Ear Pressure and Headaches: Causes and Solutions
Dizziness When Turning in Bed: Possible Causes and Solutions
I've been feeling dizzy whenever I lie down and turn over? I have recently been experiencing dizziness whenever I lie down and turn over, as if things are moving repeatedly, which makes me feel nauseous. However, I do not experience this when I am standing or sitting. What c...
Dr. Jian Huangqi Reply:
You may have benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV). It is primarily caused by the displacement of otoliths from the utricle into the posterior semicircular canal of the inner ear.[Read More] Dizziness When Turning in Bed: Possible Causes and Solutions
Dizziness and Vision Problems: Understanding Inner Ear Issues
Dizziness and Vision Hello Dr. Yeh, In November 2004, I experienced ear fullness, tinnitus, and headaches (on the right side and posterior). An ophthalmological examination revealed elevated intraocular pressure due to glaucoma (approximately 23-24 mmHg). After treatment with ey...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Mr. The eye symptoms can cause dizziness. Are there any other conditions that require a clinic visit for examination? Only then can we know. My clinic hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings.[Read More] Dizziness and Vision Problems: Understanding Inner Ear Issues
Effective Treatments and Exercises for Sinusitis Relief
Sinusitis I have sinusitis and experience nasal congestion both in the morning and evening. Are there any treatments available? Besides taking medication, should I exercise?
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
**Mr. Yeh Da-Wei's ENT Clinic Medical Education** **Date: 2000/02/20** **Leading Vertigo Specialist in the Zhuliu Area, Pioneer in Internet Medicine in Taiwan** **Website: http://www.csie.nctu.edu.tw/~yehdawei** This article will be organized in the future under the ...[Read More] Effective Treatments and Exercises for Sinusitis Relief
Understanding the Use of Benzodiazepines for Treating Dizziness
The issue of dizziness? Hello! I am a pharmacist. I came across your article on vertigo online, which was very beneficial to me. However, I have searched through many literatures and have not found any references to the use of oxazepam and fludiazepam, which are benzodiazepines, ...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
The purpose of using this type of sedative is to alleviate the patient's anxiety and to relieve symptoms of dizziness.[Read More] Understanding the Use of Benzodiazepines for Treating Dizziness
Understanding Severe Cold Symptoms: When to Seek ENT Help
I have been sick for the past two days! I'm in a lot of pain! Please, doctor... help me!! I've been feeling unwell lately with a cold, so I went to see a doctor. I asked if they could prescribe a stronger medication, and the doctor said "yes," but warned that ...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Student Chen, taking cold medicine may make you feel drowsy, likely because it contains antihistamines. Your symptoms could be indicative of a cold. I recommend that you drink plenty of water, replenish with rich nutrients, and get more sleep and rest. You may also visit my clini...[Read More] Understanding Severe Cold Symptoms: When to Seek ENT Help