Understanding Eustachian Tube Issues and the Role of Anxiety Medication
Eustachian tube dysfunction Hello doctor, I went to see an ENT specialist because my left ear feels blocked. The doctor mentioned that it could be an issue with the Eustachian tube and prescribed one of the medications: SECORIN CAPSULES. I would like to know why an anxiety medica...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
There are many causes of Eustachian tube dysfunction, including anxiety and insomnia, which may also trigger the condition. If you have concerns about medication use or if symptoms do not improve, it is advisable to schedule an earlier follow-up appointment with your healthcare p...[Read More] Understanding Eustachian Tube Issues and the Role of Anxiety Medication
Understanding Tongue Issues: Causes, Symptoms, and Remedies
Tongue issues? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about a crack in the middle of my tongue, with a white coating and indentations along the edges. My tongue hurts when I speak, and these symptoms occur occasionally, with the last episode in March 2021. I didn't see a doctor t...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, a common issue is tongue inflammation. It is recommended to drink plenty of water, maintain a regular daily routine, and avoid staying up late. In terms of diet, it is advisable to reduce the intake of spicy, overly salty, or overly sweet foods. If pain or discomfort persi...[Read More] Understanding Tongue Issues: Causes, Symptoms, and Remedies
Understanding Nasal Growths: Common Questions About Nasal Anatomy
Nasal Cavity Inquiry Consultation Dear Dr. Cheng, Today, while examining my nasal cavity with a flashlight, I noticed a "fleshy" tissue in my left nostril that is reddish in color. It feels slightly firm and can be moved a bit when touched with my finger. It is not pai...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, it is difficult to make a judgment without a clinical examination. If there are any concerns, it is recommended to visit an otolaryngology hospital or clinic for a definitive evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Nasal Growths: Common Questions About Nasal Anatomy
Understanding Pulsatile Tinnitus: Causes and When to Seek Help
Unilateral pulsatile tinnitus Hello Doctor: During my pregnancy this year, I occasionally experienced a pulsatile tinnitus in my left ear, which sounded like my heartbeat (not constant, just occasionally). I thought it would resolve after giving birth, and now that it has been a ...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if the tinnitus is not persistent pulsatile or accompanied by hearing loss, it is mostly benign tinnitus. It may be related to the pulsation of blood vessels in the ear that can be transmitted to the ear in certain positions, so you may observe it on your own. However, if ...[Read More] Understanding Pulsatile Tinnitus: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Nasal Water Leakage: Causes and Concerns
Nasal discharge Recently, while lying flat on the bed with my head hanging lower than the bed surface, I experienced a sensation of water in my nose four times. I'm unsure of the cause or if it could be a precursor to any medical condition. Is it serious? My overall health i...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if you are unable to determine the issue and the symptoms persist, it is recommended to visit an otolaryngology clinic for a medical examination.[Read More] Understanding Nasal Water Leakage: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Nasal Valve Collapse: Causes, Healing, and Treatment Options
Please provide the content you would like me to translate into English? Dear Dr. Cheng, Regarding "external nasal valve collapse," in your previous response to the inquiry in article #187348, you mentioned: "Repeated inflammation can lead to the destruction of car...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if there is no recurrent inflammation, most cases will gradually return to their original strength and will not continue to collapse; additionally, a deviated septum usually does not lead to external nasal valve collapse.[Read More] Understanding Nasal Valve Collapse: Causes, Healing, and Treatment Options
Understanding Unilateral Tinnitus: Causes and Treatment Options
Unilateral tinnitus in the right ear? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing tinnitus in my right ear for over two months without any dizziness. It is a high-pitched sound that occasionally changes to a sensation in my scalp. I visited an otolaryngology clinic the day after the ...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if the brainstem auditory evoked potential test is normal, it indicates that the likelihood of a tumor on the auditory nerve is low. As for the factors causing tinnitus, there are many, and rhinitis can also lead to tinnitus. If no other potentially related factors are cur...[Read More] Understanding Unilateral Tinnitus: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Swollen Lymph Nodes Below the Ear: When to Seek Medical Attention
Swelling under the ear? Hello Doctor, I noticed that the lymph nodes below my ear became enlarged around June of this year. They are not painful, approximately 1.5 to 2 centimeters in size, smooth and round to the touch, soft when pressed, and movable. As of now, at the end of Oc...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, it is common to encounter salivary gland tumors or lymphadenopathy. Since the size has exceeded 1 centimeter, it is recommended to visit the ENT department at a hospital for examination.[Read More] Understanding Swollen Lymph Nodes Below the Ear: When to Seek Medical Attention
Post-Nasopharyngoscopy: Persistent Unilateral Nasal Discharge Concerns
After the nasopharyngoscopy examination, unilateral nasal discharge began? Hello, doctor. Yesterday, I went to the hospital for a health check-up, which included a nasopharyngoscopy. During the examination, I felt that the endoscope was inserted quite deeply. When I left the hosp...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if there is no obvious bleeding, it is commonly due to nasal examination causing irritation and resulting in a runny nose, which can be observed at home. However, if it persists without improvement, it is advisable to visit an otolaryngology clinic for evaluation.[Read More] Post-Nasopharyngoscopy: Persistent Unilateral Nasal Discharge Concerns
Understanding Pulsatile Tinnitus: Causes and Next Steps for Diagnosis
Unilateral tinnitus with a sensation of fullness and then a pulsatile sound? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about a situation that began last Friday when I started experiencing a persistent ringing in my left ear. I have a history of allergic rhinitis, so I first visited a n...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, 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. 3) Otitis me...[Read More] Understanding Pulsatile Tinnitus: Causes and Next Steps for Diagnosis
Post-COVID Dizziness and Insomnia: When to Seek ENT Help?
Dizziness and insomnia? It has been two weeks since I tested negative for COVID-19, but I experience dizziness every day. When the dizziness feels intense, it's like being on a wave, making it difficult to think. When the dizziness is mild, it's more manageable. Additio...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, dizziness can have 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 s...[Read More] Post-COVID Dizziness and Insomnia: When to Seek ENT Help?
Understanding Tinnitus: Is Increased Sound Normal After Medication?
Medication consultation Hello doctor, I started experiencing persistent tinnitus in one ear at the end of July. I have been to the hospital for examinations and had a CT scan, but the cause could not be determined. Two weeks ago, a neurosurgeon prescribed me a medication called H...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if the physician recommends continued use of the medication, you may return for a follow-up appointment after one week to assess whether symptoms have improved. However, if symptoms continue to worsen, it is advised to discontinue the medication and return to the physician...[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus: Is Increased Sound Normal After Medication?
Understanding Tongue Issues: Causes, Symptoms, and Remedies
Tongue issues? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about a crack in the middle of my tongue, with a white coating and indentations along the edges. My tongue hurts when I speak, and these symptoms occur occasionally, with the last episode in March 2021. I didn't see a doctor t...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Common symptoms associated with tongue inflammation include discomfort and swelling. The best approach is to maintain a regular routine and reduce irritants, such as drinking plenty of water and rinsing your mouth frequently. Avoid staying up late and limit the intake of spicy, o...[Read More] Understanding Tongue Issues: Causes, Symptoms, and Remedies
Understanding Nasal Anatomy: Questions About Nasal Cartilage Asymmetry
Questions about the nose? Dear Dr. Chi, I noticed in your specialty introduction that you have expertise in "nasal reshaping and correction," so I would like to seek your clarification. In my left nasal cavity, there is a slightly protruding area in the anterior segmen...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, regarding the above questions: Q1, Q2 -> Asymmetry in the nasal structure is quite common and is not limited to cartilage. Q3 -> If it is indeed diagnosed as a simple visible external nasal valve collapse, the relationship with the medial crura of the lower lateral c...[Read More] Understanding Nasal Anatomy: Questions About Nasal Cartilage Asymmetry
Chronic Ear Itching: Understanding and Treating Ear Fungus Infections
Ear fungus? The ear is very itchy, and it took a long time to seek medical attention? I apologize for the lengthy message, and I appreciate your time in reading it. For at least the past four years, I have experienced persistent itching in my ears. I often used cotton swabs to cl...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if the physician finds no obvious signs of otitis media, tympanic membrane perforation, or fungal infection, the common itching may be related to chronic inflammation of the external auditory canal caused by excessive cleaning. In addition to using ointment, it is advised ...[Read More] Chronic Ear Itching: Understanding and Treating Ear Fungus Infections
Understanding Unilateral Tonsil Enlargement: Symptoms and Concerns
Unilateral tonsillar enlargement? Hello, doctor. I started experiencing a sore throat yesterday and upon checking, I noticed that the tonsils outlined in green do not hurt, which I assume is normal (my personal layman's judgment). The tonsils outlined in orange are inflamed,...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, it initially appears to be tonsillitis, with no obvious pus formation. If you are concerned about a possible COVID-19 connection, you may perform a self-administered rapid test. The need for antibiotics should be determined by a clinical physician. It is recommended to tak...[Read More] Understanding Unilateral Tonsil Enlargement: Symptoms and Concerns
Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Treatments, and When to Seek Help
Hearing issues Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing tinnitus, which sounds like a constant "zzz" noise, for at least ten years. I can't pinpoint when it started, but I remember it got worse after a shooting exercise during my military service, lasting for two to...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, 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. 3) Otitis me...[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Treatments, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Chronic Tinnitus: Causes, Treatment Options, and Specialist Care
Tinnitus for many years? Hello, I have been experiencing tinnitus for about 20 years, with a continuous high-pitched sound occurring 24 hours a day. I have been able to endure it for so long because it tends to fade or be forgotten when I am busy in a noisy environment. The cause...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if tinnitus has persisted for over 20 years, the chances of it completely disappearing are low. Currently, there are no definitive surgical or pharmacological treatments that are effective. If you are concerned or continue to be troubled by it, it is advisable to visit an ...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Tinnitus: Causes, Treatment Options, and Specialist Care
Understanding Nasal Cartilage Asymmetry: Insights from ENT Experts
Inquiry Consultation Dear Dr. Cheng, Hello. Last month on September 14th, I asked you a question. One of my inquiries was: "I observed a slightly protruding area in the anterior part of my left nasal cavity, which I just discovered today (September 14th) and am unsure how l...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
For detailed information regarding the specific structures and surgical techniques, it is recommended to consult with an otolaryngologist or a plastic surgeon who specializes in rhinoplasty for examination and advice.[Read More] Understanding Nasal Cartilage Asymmetry: Insights from ENT Experts
Understanding Geographic Tongue: When to Seek Medical Advice
Questions related to geographic tongue? I have a problem with geographic tongue that has been ongoing for about a year. I visited a clinic, and the doctor told me not to worry about it since there is no treatment available. A year has passed, and the geographic tongue continues t...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if there are no obvious ulcers or pain, you can start with self-observation. However, if the pain persists or there is significant redness and swelling, it is advisable to visit an otolaryngologist for an examination. If the symptoms continue to recur, they may be related ...[Read More] Understanding Geographic Tongue: When to Seek Medical Advice