Dizziness, Otolaryngology FAQ

Understanding Meniere's Disease: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options

Meniere's disease Dr. Chen: Hello! A few days ago, when I woke up in the morning, I suddenly felt dizzy and was unable to get out of bed for the entire morning. After visiting a major hospital in the afternoon, the preliminary diagnosis was that I might have cervical spondyl...

Dr. Chen Junliang Reply:
Hello Miss Jie: This lady, you may have misunderstood. Cervical spondylosis causing vascular compression, leading to vertebrobasilar insufficiency and Meniere's disease are two completely different conditions. Vertebrobasilar insufficiency results in inadequate blood flow to...

Persistent Dry Cough: Understanding Causes and Solutions

Dry cough Hello. I have been coughing for the past two weeks, but there is no phlegm. The coughing is often very distressing, and I also feel pain throughout my chest and experience tightness in my chest. However, I do not have a cold, do not smoke, and have not been exposed to s...

Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Miss Star: Based on your symptoms, it is likely not a bacterial infection but rather an allergic cause. Here is some information for your reference: ┌─── 　■ Yeh Da-Wei ENT Clinic Medical Education ■　 ─── 2000/01/24 The leading dizziness physician in the Zhukiao area, a pionee...

Understanding Flu Complications: When to Seek Further Medical Help

Influenza At first, I had a fever, followed by a runny nose, cough, and sore throat. After seeing a doctor and taking medication, there was no improvement. I went to another doctor, and that same night, after taking a dose of medication, I felt weakness in my limbs, dizziness, an...

Dr. Cai Zhenggu Reply:
Hello, thank you: The symptoms you described, such as runny nose, cough, and sore throat, are symptoms of influenza, while bronchitis and pneumonia are considered complications. Response from ENT specialist Dr. Tsai Cheng-ku.

Understanding Dizziness After a Cold: Causes and Remedies

Is it vertigo? I have been experiencing a cold for over a week, during which I had a fever for about 3 to 4 days, but the fever has now subsided. My cough and nasal congestion symptoms have improved somewhat, but I have recently noticed persistent dizziness that has lasted for al...

Dr. Chen Junliang Reply:
Xiaolin: You mentioned that one to two weeks after your cold, you experienced symptoms of nausea and dizziness, which is most likely due to a respiratory infection causing a recurrence of vestibular neuritis. Generally, you will need to take B vitamins, mild sedatives, and medica...

Is Long-Term Use of Ginkgo Biloba Extract Safe for Dizziness Relief?

Is it harmful to the body to take ginkgo biloba extract for dizziness? Dear Dr. Chen: My mother has been suffering from persistent dizziness that has not improved despite various treatments (including numerous tests revealing issues such as neurological imbalance, poor blood circ...

Dr. Chen Junliang Reply:
Mr. You: There are many causes of dizziness, including poor blood circulation, vestibular dysfunction, Meniere's disease, benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, as well as central causes such as brain tumors and strokes. If life-threatening central causes can be ruled out, pe...

Understanding Persistent Nasal Symptoms: Causes and Solutions

Nose Hello, I have been experiencing headaches since October, followed by nasal congestion, sneezing, and a runny nose. Initially, it was quite severe, and I visited the doctor six times. It seemed to improve at first, but after a day or two, the symptoms would return, although t...

Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Hello, Xiaoya: Itchy nose, sneezing, runny nose, and nasal congestion are indeed typical symptoms of allergic rhinitis. These symptoms often lead to various secondary issues such as headaches, dizziness, and difficulty concentrating. Additionally, allergies can cause the nasal mu...

Understanding Chronic Nasal Congestion: Causes and Solutions

Chronic nasal congestion Since returning to Taipei from Pingtung after military service this July, I have frequently experienced nasal congestion, but I do not have any other cold symptoms. This has not happened to me before! I would appreciate any advice you could provide. Thank...

Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Sometimes it is like this. If medication continues to be ineffective and nasal congestion persists, surgical intervention should be considered. In the clinic of Dr. Da-Wei Yeh, an ENT specialist, common symptoms such as cough, headache, dizziness, and nasal congestion are frequ...

Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Symptoms, and Related Conditions

Tinnitus Hello Dr. Yeh: Since April and May of 1996, I have experienced a very faint tinnitus in my left ear, which later developed in both ears. I have seen doctors and undergone hearing tests, which were normal. I do not have a habit of using headphones or working in noisy envi...

Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
The doctor mentioned above is correct. As long as it does not affect hearing, it is unrelated to surgery. This article will be organized later on the 【Yeh Da-Wei ENT Clinic website/Health Education】. Everyone is welcome to cite this article, but please indicate the source. ---...

Understanding Nasal Polyps: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

A polyp has developed inside the nose? A polyp has developed inside the nose, occasionally causing dizziness and ear pain.

Dr. Chen Duliang Reply:
Hello, Aunt Thirteen: Please visit our hospital's Otolaryngology Department for a thorough examination and treatment. Wishing you health and happiness. Sincerely, Dr. Chen Du-Liang.

Understanding Dizziness: Is It Related to Mitral Valve Prolapse?

Dizziness issues Dear Dr. Chen: I have a problem with dizziness. Every time I feel dizzy, I just want to sleep. I'm not sure if this is related to my mitral valve prolapse, which might be causing this. Could you please let me know if that's the case? Thank you!

Dr. Chen Junliang Reply:
There are many causes of dizziness, including central nervous system disorders, peripheral nervous system issues, endocrine disorders, or cardiovascular diseases such as hypertension, mitral valve insufficiency, and arrhythmias. Therefore, further examinations are necessary to de...

Managing Meniere's Disease: Beyond Medication for Dizziness Relief

Ear Hello: I recently underwent an examination for my dizziness at a medical school, and the results indicated Meniere's disease (endolymphatic hydrops). I would like to know if there are other ways to address this issue besides medication to control the dizziness. Are there...

Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Xiao Yu: You mentioned that your test results indicate Meniere's disease, and during acute episodes (when dizziness is severe), it is necessary to take medication for control. As for daily management, literature suggests that reducing salt and fat intake in your diet can als...

Understanding Dizziness: Insights from an ENT Specialist

Could you please provide more details regarding Dr. Chen's issues related to dizziness? Hello Dr. Chen: Xiaoqian has been experiencing dizziness recently (starting in early October). She has visited an otolaryngologist and took medication for three days. The doctor advised t...

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