Understanding the Link Between Allergic Rhinitis and Dizziness
Allergic rhinitis and dizziness? Hello: Yesterday, I suddenly experienced dizziness that felt like the room was spinning. The only position that provided slight relief was lying on my right side (lying on my back, left side, sitting, and standing all caused significant dizziness)...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello Ms. Jiang, dizziness can have numerous potential causes: 1) If accompanied by a dull pain in the back of the head, it may suggest poor blood circulation in the head and neck. 2) If there are symptoms of ear fullness, pressure, or hearing loss, it may indicate sudden sensori...[Read More] Understanding the Link Between Allergic Rhinitis and Dizziness
Understanding Ear Congestion: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Ear congestion sensation? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing a feeling of fullness and pressure in my ears for the past three months, occasionally accompanied by dizziness and headaches. I visited a clinic where I was informed that I had excessive earwax. After having it clea...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if the hearing test is normal, a feeling of ear fullness is often related to dysfunction of the Eustachian tube. It is advisable to manage any nasal allergies first. If the condition persists without improvement, further medical evaluation and treatment are necessary. Than...[Read More] Understanding Ear Congestion: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Understanding Ear Congestion After Diving: Causes and Remedies
Ear congestion caused by diving? Hello Doctor: I participated in a diving activity at the beginning of August (at a depth of about 20 meters). At that time, I had difficulty equalizing ear pressure, but after making appropriate adjustments, I was able to successfully equalize and...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: It is common for dysfunction of the Eustachian tube to occur due to diving. Currently, there are no effective medications specifically targeting this condition, and recovery of function may take several weeks to months. It is recommended to continue follow-up visits for mo...[Read More] Understanding Ear Congestion After Diving: Causes and Remedies
Understanding Dizziness and Inner Ear Imbalance: Causes and Concerns
Dizziness and inner ear imbalance? Hello Doctor: About a month ago, I had tonsillitis, which also caused pain in my right ear. After taking medication, the pain subsided after a few days, but I started experiencing dizziness that has persisted for a month. The dizziness feels lik...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to continue using the medication. Dizziness should be assessed in conjunction with other clinical symptoms for a comprehensive evaluation. If symptoms do not improve, it is important to continue follow-up visits. For further details, it is advisable to di...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness and Inner Ear Imbalance: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Right Ear Tinnitus: When to See an ENT or Neurologist
Tinnitus in the right ear? Hello Doctor: About a month ago, I suddenly experienced symptoms of ear echo, ear fullness, and tinnitus. After about three days, I had a severe episode of dizziness. Before the dizziness occurred, the tinnitus would intensify, and while I didn't f...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, based on your description, if the symptoms have appeared within the last month, it is important to rule out the possibility of sudden sensorineural hearing loss (commonly referred to as sudden deafness). I recommend visiting an otolaryngology clinic that offers hearing tes...[Read More] Understanding Right Ear Tinnitus: When to See an ENT or Neurologist
Understanding Dizziness and Sensory Changes After Tonsillitis
Dizziness and feelings of faintness? Hello Doctor: Three weeks ago, I had inflammation of the right tonsil, accompanied by pain in my right ear. After an examination by an otolaryngologist, it was determined that there was no middle ear infection. After taking medication for thre...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Vestibular neuritis or benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) typically improves within three weeks. If symptoms persist without improvement, it is recommended to return for a follow-up consultation with an otolaryngologist or neurologist for ongoing outpatient treatm...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness and Sensory Changes After Tonsillitis
Dizziness After Tonsillitis: Is It Related to Ear Pain?
Dizziness and lightheadedness? Hello Doctor: About two weeks ago, I had severe throat pain that made swallowing very painful. I then visited an otolaryngologist who diagnosed me with right-sided tonsillitis, and at that time, I also experienced pain in my right ear. I mentioned t...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: It may be related to inner ear imbalance caused by a viral infection. If it persists for more than a week without improvement, it is recommended to consult an otolaryngologist or neurologist. Wishing you safety and health. Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Director of the Department of Ot...[Read More] Dizziness After Tonsillitis: Is It Related to Ear Pain?
Understanding Inner Ear Imbalance: Causes and Treatment for Dizziness
It may be caused by inner ear imbalance, leading to feelings of heaviness and pressure in the head? Hello, Doctor: About a week ago, I suddenly experienced dizziness while sitting, feeling unable to lift my head. After resting my head down for a while, I recovered, but it happene...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Generally, dizziness that is not related to a cold improves within 1-2 weeks. Medication may take several weeks to months to show effects, and adjustments should be made based on the individual's dizziness condition. It is recommended to continue follow-up visits for ...[Read More] Understanding Inner Ear Imbalance: Causes and Treatment for Dizziness
Understanding Sleep Apnea: Its Impact on Daily Dizziness and Health
Sleep Apnea Hello, doctor. I previously inquired about my sleep apnea condition. I didn't initially think it was sleep apnea. I underwent several tests including liver and kidney ultrasound, electrocardiogram (ECG), 24-hour Holter monitoring, exercise stress test, echocardio...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
Have you undergone a sleep study? There are many reasons that can cause dizziness, and dizziness during sleep interruptions is often due to poor sleep quality. Therefore, your description does suggest that it is possible. Clinically, when dizziness symptoms are so pronounced, it ...[Read More] Understanding Sleep Apnea: Its Impact on Daily Dizziness and Health
Understanding Dizziness: Meniere's Disease and Calcium Channel Blockers
Dizziness issues I have been experiencing tinnitus for over a year, and a hearing test revealed severe hearing loss in my left ear. In the past six months, I have frequently experienced dizziness, which can be severe enough to feel like the world is spinning, accompanied by nause...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, Ah-Hsien. Dizziness can have numerous potential causes: 1) If accompanied by a dull pain in the left posterior part of the head, it may suggest poor blood circulation in the head and neck. 2) If there are symptoms of ear fullness, ear pressure, or hearing loss, it may indi...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness: Meniere's Disease and Calcium Channel Blockers
Understanding Horizontal Canal BPPV: Symptoms, Treatment, and Pregnancy Concerns
Dislodgement of otoliths in the horizontal semicircular canal? Hello, one night I was suddenly awakened and experienced severe dizziness whenever I turned my head side to side while lying flat. I also felt cold sweats and nausea. After an examination, an ENT specialist diagnosed ...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello Ms. Fan, Dizziness can have numerous potential causes: 1) If accompanied by a dull pain in the left posterior part of the head, it may suggest poor blood circulation in the head and neck. 2) If there is also ear fullness, pressure, or hearing loss, it may indicate sudde...[Read More] Understanding Horizontal Canal BPPV: Symptoms, Treatment, and Pregnancy Concerns
Understanding Persistent Dizziness: When to See an ENT Specialist
Heavy head and light feet? I have been experiencing a sensation of heaviness in my head and lightness in my legs for a month now! Especially when I look up or down, it feels like the floor is floating. Previously, I sometimes felt a pressure in my ears and a heaviness in my head!...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello Rex, dizziness has numerous potential causes: 1) If there is a dull pain in the left posterior part of the head, it may suggest poor blood circulation in the head and neck. 2) If accompanied by ear fullness, ear pressure, or hearing loss, it may indicate sudden sensorineura...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Dizziness: When to See an ENT Specialist
Understanding Dizziness from Sleep Apnea: Causes and Solutions
Dizziness caused by sleep apnea? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing dizziness for over a year since February of last year. Initially, I thought it was due to a cold, but after more than a month, I realized something was wrong and went to see a doctor. At first, the doctor be...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
Dizziness can have many other causes such as inner ear imbalance, vascular constriction, or heart problems. It is recommended to consult an otolaryngologist, neurologist, and cardiologist to rule out other causes of dizziness before proceeding with treatment. Wishing you good hea...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness from Sleep Apnea: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Eustachian Tube Dysfunction: Symptoms and When to Seek Help
Eustachian tube dysfunction (ETD) Hello Doctor, about a year ago, I experienced persistent tinnitus (mainly in my right ear) and dizziness, so I went to a major hospital's ENT department to have my Eustachian tubes checked. At that time, the doctor informed me that my left E...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello Annie, 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 or de...[Read More] Understanding Eustachian Tube Dysfunction: Symptoms and When to Seek Help
Persistent Pain in Right Outer Ear: Possible Causes and Next Steps
Ear issue, persistent sharp pain in the right auricle? Hello, Doctor. My symptoms include intermittent sharp pain in the upper back area of my right external ear, near what seems to be a vein. It feels hard to the touch, and there is no visible abnormality except for a fine blood...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
Otitis externa can easily cause pain, while otitis interna can lead to dizziness. A thorough assessment of other detailed conditions is necessary for evaluation. It is recommended to consult an otolaryngologist for assessment and treatment. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Persistent Pain in Right Outer Ear: Possible Causes and Next Steps
Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Tinnitus issues? Hello Doctor: On March 15, 2017, while working in a noisy environment, I suddenly experienced a sharp pain in my ear. After three visits to a general otolaryngologist, my tinnitus (in my right ear) did not improve. I then went to a major hospital for further exam...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello Ms. Hsu, The issues you mentioned could possibly be due to: 1) Eustachian tube dysfunction: This is the most common cause and can occur not only during activities like flying, climbing, or diving, but also when forcefully blowing your nose or bending over. 2) Vestibular n...[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Understanding Middle Ear Effusion and Its Connection to Dizziness
Middle ear effusion Hello Doctor: I previously discovered fluid in my middle ear and a tumor in the nasopharynx! However, the doctor believes it is not cancer because the lymph nodes in my neck have been swollen for a long time, so it was not taken seriously. Recently, I have bee...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: There are many causes of dizziness. Middle ear effusion primarily leads to hearing loss and generally rarely causes dizziness. If dizziness persists, it is recommended to visit the ENT department or neurology department for further evaluation. Wishing you safety and health...[Read More] Understanding Middle Ear Effusion and Its Connection to Dizziness
Understanding Dizziness, Nausea, and Breathing Difficulties: ENT Insights
Dizziness, nausea, and difficulty breathing? Hello doctor, this morning when I woke up, I felt extremely fatigued. After that, I went to the bathroom to brush my teeth and wash my face. While washing my face, I suddenly felt unable to focus my vision and experienced weakness thro...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: There are many causes of dizziness. If it occurs frequently, it is recommended to visit the ENT department, neurology department, and cardiology department at a hospital for evaluation. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Director of the ENT Departm...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness, Nausea, and Breathing Difficulties: ENT Insights
Understanding Meniere's Disease: Diagnosis and Treatment Options
Diagnosis of Meniere's Disease Hello Doctor, last week I experienced sudden and frequent episodes of dizziness, tinnitus, and a sensation of fullness in my ears. After visiting a clinic, the doctor suspected it was a cold and suggested I take cold medication and monitor my s...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
1. The diagnosis of Meniere's disease typically requires clinical symptoms, audiometric testing, and physical examination. 2. Brainstem examination is performed to rule out the possibility of dizziness caused by other conditions. 3. Medication is usually used for managemen...[Read More] Understanding Meniere's Disease: Diagnosis and Treatment Options
Feeling Dizzy When Moving Eyes? Possible Causes Explained
Do you feel dizzy when your eyes move? Hello Doctor, in the past few days, I have noticed that when I move my eyes, I experience a sensation of dizziness with a feeling of friction or vibration in my eyeballs. It's hard to describe this sensation, but it is not painful, and ...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to visit an ophthalmologist or an otolaryngologist for relevant examinations. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Director of the Department of Otolaryngology, Taoyuan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Feeling Dizzy When Moving Eyes? Possible Causes Explained