Understanding Tongue Issues and Cold Symptoms: When to Seek Medical Help
Tongue issues and colds? On the 18th, I seemed to have a lot of heat in my body, and I developed multiple sores on the sides of my tongue. The next day, while sleeping, I felt sensitivity in my nose when breathing. Upon waking, I started to experience pain in my trachea, frequent...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is most likely that you are experiencing pharyngitis and oral ulcers, which are often treated with medications, and antibiotics may be used if necessary. It seems that there are multiple small lesions in your mouth, which could be ulcers. Most...[Read More] Understanding Tongue Issues and Cold Symptoms: When to Seek Medical Help
Managing Dizziness Linked to Sleep Apnea: A Patient's Journey
Dizziness caused by sleep apnea? Hello doctor, I have been experiencing dizziness for over two years. In 2016 and 2017, I underwent numerous tests including brain MRI, CT scans of the brain and neck, EEG, intracranial blood flow studies, eye movement tests, ECG, 24-hour Holter mo...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if you have already undergone many tests to rule out more serious issues and are still experiencing dizziness, it is currently recommended that you continue using a positive pressure ventilator to improve sleep apnea. Additionally, dietary control and exercise may be neces...[Read More] Managing Dizziness Linked to Sleep Apnea: A Patient's Journey
Understanding Sudden Hearing Loss and Dizziness: Causes and Treatments
Sudden sensorineural hearing loss and vertigo? Hello, I experienced sudden hearing loss with accompanying dizziness in early January of this year. It has been over four months now, and my hearing has not fully recovered. I am currently undergoing acupuncture treatment, during whi...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Sudden sensorineural hearing loss may cause dizziness, which often improves gradually over time. Whether it is associated with other conditions causing dizziness can only be confirmed through further medical examination. If the inner ear cells are damaged and the duration ...[Read More] Understanding Sudden Hearing Loss and Dizziness: Causes and Treatments
Understanding the Connection Between Nasal Congestion and Dizziness
Nasal congestion, dizziness? Hello doctor, I experienced cold symptoms around early March and after seeing the doctor three times, my cold symptoms have mostly improved (around March 15). However, I still have nasal congestion and dizziness. I consulted a doctor who prescribed ci...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Dizziness and nasal congestion are not necessarily directly related. It is not recommended to self-medicate with Panadol for nasal inflammation. If nasal congestion persists, it is advisable to visit a clinic or hospital to check for issues such as allergic rhinitis or chronic rh...[Read More] Understanding the Connection Between Nasal Congestion and Dizziness
Understanding Ear Ringing and Throat Pain: Possible Causes and Solutions
Ear problems The left ear experiences a constant ringing sensation, accompanied by throat pain and occasional dizziness. There is also weakness in the limbs. Blood tests at the hospital came back normal, and there is no cold. This has been ongoing for four to five days. Could you...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: There are many causes for symptoms such as tinnitus and dizziness. It is recommended that if these symptoms persist without improvement, a medical examination is necessary for proper diagnosis. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Jue-Yi Cheng, Director of the Dep...[Read More] Understanding Ear Ringing and Throat Pain: Possible Causes and Solutions
Understanding Tinnitus and Dizziness: Causes and Solutions
Tinnitus and dizziness? Ear piercing inflammation, experiencing sudden dizziness accompanied by tinnitus while cleaning with alcohol, lasting for 2 to 3 minutes.
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: If the dizziness is temporary, you may observe it for a while. However, if it persists without improvement, it is advisable to seek medical evaluation. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Director of the Department of Otolaryngology, Taoyuan Hospita...[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus and Dizziness: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Eustachian Tube Dysfunction and Hearing Issues in Teens
Eustachian tube, ossicular ligament, hearing issues? Hello, doctor. I am currently a senior in high school and recently took the university entrance exam. I often stay up late studying until past midnight. Occasionally, I experience allergic reactions, which cause me to sneeze fr...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if the issue occurs only at high volumes and both hearing tests and external examinations are normal, it is commonly considered a normal physiological phenomenon. To protect the inner ear nerves, exposure to loud sounds can trigger the contraction of the stapedius muscle t...[Read More] Understanding Eustachian Tube Dysfunction and Hearing Issues in Teens
Dizziness When Lying Down or Getting Up: Is It Inner Ear Imbalance?
Experiencing dizziness when lying down or getting up? Hello, my mother is 80 years old. Previously, she experienced dizziness where the ceiling would spin, and it was severe enough to cause vomiting. After visiting an otolaryngologist, she was diagnosed with age-related changes i...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: The symptoms appear to be consistent with benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), commonly known as canalithiasis. If there is no improvement, you may visit a clinic or hospital for further evaluation. If it is confirmed to be canalithiasis, it can be treated with can...[Read More] Dizziness When Lying Down or Getting Up: Is It Inner Ear Imbalance?
Understanding Pulsatile Tinnitus: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Bilateral tinnitus Hello doctor, four years ago I had surgery for scoliosis, and a year later, for unknown reasons, I started experiencing muscle twitching, which has become more severe over the past three years. I underwent examinations at Taichung Veterans General Hospital and ...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if most of the tests are normal, tinnitus is often associated with anxiety, insomnia, or high stress levels. It is recommended to improve these aspects first. If there is still no improvement, it is advisable to continue follow-up visits with an otolaryngologist for treatm...[Read More] Understanding Pulsatile Tinnitus: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Chronic Throat Inflammation: When Does It Lead to Throat Cancer?
Chronic pharyngitis caused by gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)? Hello Doctor: This is my second inquiry. I would like to know under what circumstances chronic pharyngitis can progress to pharyngeal cancer. Currently, I have recurrent throat inflammation that fluctuates, acc...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Throat cancer is often related to long-term chronic irritation, with chronic pharyngitis being one of the factors. Smoking, air pollution, and other related issues can contribute as well. If gastroesophageal reflux persists without improvement, it is recommended to continu...[Read More] Chronic Throat Inflammation: When Does It Lead to Throat Cancer?
Understanding Persistent Tinnitus: Causes and Connections to Neck Issues
Tinnitus in the right ear for an extended period? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing tinnitus for 4 weeks now, but my hearing test is still pending. I would like to ask about my situation. During this time, I have frequently cleaned my ears (using a bamboo ear scoop and cotto...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: If the hearing test shows no significant abnormalities, common tinnitus is often related to anxiety, insomnia, and high stress levels. It is advisable to avoid excessive focus on the tinnitus phenomenon or to gradually adapt by using music or external sounds to mask it. Mo...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Tinnitus: Causes and Connections to Neck Issues
Understanding Ear Warts: Symptoms and Their Possible Connection to Ear Issues
Warts on the ear? Hello doctor, I would like to ask what symptoms may arise from a wart-like growth in the ear. Recently, I have been experiencing dizziness, tinnitus, ear pain, pulsating pain in the head that progresses to sharp pain and drilling pain, and my hearing is sometime...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, the symptoms of a wart-like growth in the ear can vary significantly depending on the type of growth and its location. It is strongly recommended to consult an otolaryngologist for a thorough examination. As for the dizziness, tinnitus, ear pain, and the varying types of p...[Read More] Understanding Ear Warts: Symptoms and Their Possible Connection to Ear Issues
Understanding Ear Blockage and Tinnitus: Common ENT Concerns
Earplugs, tinnitus issues? Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask you some questions: 1. Occasionally, my ears feel blocked, and when I blow air into them, it causes sharp pain. It often takes a while to subside. Which part might be problematic? 2. In a quiet environment, I consisten...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello Ms. Li, The issues you mentioned may 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) Ot...[Read More] Understanding Ear Blockage and Tinnitus: Common ENT Concerns
Understanding Unilateral Tinnitus: Causes, Treatments, and Concerns
Unilateral tinnitus Hello: On the evening of November 20th, I suddenly experienced tinnitus in my left ear, a low-frequency buzzing sound, which was particularly noticeable before sleep and indoors, but I did not have any dizziness. On November 27th, I went to the hospital for an...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, the examination results indicate inner ear edema. If there are no significant symptoms of dizziness or anxiety-related insomnia, some medications can be discussed with your physician regarding the need for continued use. Regarding tinnitus, it is related to inner ear edema...[Read More] Understanding Unilateral Tinnitus: Causes, Treatments, and Concerns
Managing Ear Fluid and Dizziness After Nasopharyngeal Cancer Treatment
Ear effusion, dizziness? Hello, Doctor! A friend was diagnosed with nasopharyngeal carcinoma five years ago and has undergone chemotherapy and radiation therapy since then. Recently, he has been experiencing recurrent ear effusion and dizziness. Each treatment involves hospitaliz...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Dear Mr. Wei, Regarding the issue of ear effusion in patients after chemoradiation for nasopharyngeal carcinoma, this condition is quite common. It is recommended to regularly use a nasal irrigator to reduce nasopharyngeal secretions, wear a mask to avoid temperature and humidit...[Read More] Managing Ear Fluid and Dizziness After Nasopharyngeal Cancer Treatment
Understanding Dizziness and Lymph Node Issues: A Comprehensive Guide
Dizziness and lymphadenopathy? Hello doctor, I would like to ask two questions. I have been experiencing dizziness for a year and a half, feeling dizzy every day, with a tightness and pressure in the back of my head, sometimes accompanied by numbness. The dizziness feels like a s...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if you have already undergone many examinations for dizziness, it may indeed be related to autonomic nervous system dysfunction. As for the neck, if an ultrasound has ruled out tumors, the symptoms may be associated with a mild infection. If there is no improvement, it is ...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness and Lymph Node Issues: A Comprehensive Guide
Understanding Headaches and Nausea: When to Seek Specialist Care
Headache and vomiting? Hello Doctor: Yesterday I experienced dizziness, headache, vomiting, a feeling of warmth in my body but also felt cold with cold sweats. I visited a family medicine clinic, and the doctor said it didn't seem like a cold or gastroenteritis, and the cond...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if you frequently experience choking and dizziness, it is recommended to first visit the Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) department and the Neurosurgery department at the hospital for evaluation. Wishing you safety and good health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Director of the ...[Read More] Understanding Headaches and Nausea: When to Seek Specialist Care
Understanding High-Frequency Tinnitus: Causes and Treatment Options
High-frequency tinnitus Hello Doctor, I experienced dizziness and went to sleep, and when I woke up, my right eustachian tube felt blocked. I have been visiting the clinic for over two weeks, but recently, due to the holiday, the doctor was unavailable, so I stopped taking my med...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Allergic rhinitis is often accompanied by symptoms such as runny nose and sneezing, but some individuals may experience milder symptoms without significant discomfort. Additionally, tinnitus does not always require medication, and there are no specific drugs proven to be e...[Read More] Understanding High-Frequency Tinnitus: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Vocal Cord Growth: Causes and Concerns in ENT Health
Nodules or lesions on the vocal cords? Hello Doctor: Recently, I have been very anxious about my health. I would like to describe my situation in detail. About two months ago, I experienced a severe case of tonsillitis (I consulted an ENT specialist at that time). After recoverin...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Currently, it is difficult to make a determination. It is recommended to discuss with the clinical physician after completing the CT scan. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Director of the Department of Otolaryngology, Taoyuan Hospital, Ministry o...[Read More] Understanding Vocal Cord Growth: Causes and Concerns in ENT Health
Understanding Hearing Loss: Symptoms, Causes, and When to Seek Help
Hearing impairment issues This afternoon, I felt a bit dizzy, but since I have a history of heart disease, I often experience dizziness, so I didn't pay much attention to it. I also occasionally have tinnitus (sometimes it coincidentally occurs before a major earthquake). To...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if there are changes in hearing or persistent tinnitus that does not improve, it is recommended to visit a hospital for a hearing examination and differential diagnosis. Wishing you safety and health. Director of the Department of Otolaryngology, Taoyuan Hospital, Ministry...[Read More] Understanding Hearing Loss: Symptoms, Causes, and When to Seek Help