Ear, Otolaryngology FAQ - Page 41

Lump behind the earlobe? Hello, doctor. A few days ago, I had a massage behind my ear, and the next day it became swollen. It feels very hard and does not move. I'm not sure if the swelling is due to the massage.

Accidental ingestion of a fish bone? When a small fish bone gets stuck, there may be a sharp pain in the throat and deep in the ear when swallowing. If after some time, such as going to the bathroom, the pain and foreign body sensation disappear, does this mean that the fish bone...

Hearing a baby wailing and crying up close? Hello, I helped take care of an 11-month-old child for a few minutes on Sunday evening around 6 PM due to a family emergency. After a few seconds of crying, she started to wail loudly. I thought I would comfort her by holding her closer...

Hello, I would like to ask if there is a relationship between high-frequency tinnitus and the temporomandibular joint? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing tinnitus for several years. I have a high-frequency ringing in my right ear that sometimes gets a bit quieter, while the h...

Will the nasolabial nerve block affect lacrimal gland secretion? How long does it take to recover? Hello, Master. I had a right-sided maxillary nerve block procedure on November 2nd. Now, I occasionally notice a small amount of dark red blood in my phlegm, and my eye feels sore a...

Will the nasolabial nerve block affect lacrimal gland secretion? How long does recovery take? Hello, Master. I had a right-sided maxillary nerve block procedure on November 2nd. Now, I occasionally notice a small amount of dark red blood in my phlegm, and my eye feels sore and dr...

Thyroid follicular tracking issues? Hello, doctor: About a year ago, during a health check-up, an ultrasound examination revealed a follicular issue near the thyroid that requires regular monitoring. I would like to inquire about the follow-up process. Should I directly schedule ...

Neck issues? Hello, I'm sorry to bother you! I'm an 18-year-old girl and I want to ask about something. In the past, when I touched my neck, I could feel a subtle Adam's apple (which my mom also has, so it's hereditary). However, recently when I touch my neck,...

Consultation for Nasal Polyps Issues Dear Dr. Cheng, I have noticed some blood on tissue when I use it to clean my left nostril over the past couple of days. When I insert my finger, I can feel a lump inside. Initially, I thought it was just dried mucus, but I later realized it ...

Nasal cavity inquiry consultation? Dear Dr. Cheng, I previously asked you about feeling a mass in my left nasal cavity. Last Saturday (11/13), while I was digging in my left nostril, I noticed quite a bit of bleeding, so I went to a local ENT clinic. The doctor performed an endo...

Trimming nasal hair When trimming nasal hair, if you accidentally inhale too forcefully, it may feel like you've inhaled some of the cut hair. Generally, this is not harmful, as nasal hair is typically small and can be cleared from the respiratory tract without issue. Howeve...

Allergic rhinitis can often lead to an increased heart rate? I have a long-standing issue with allergic rhinitis, but recently during allergy attacks, I feel my heart racing and experience some shortness of breath, requiring significant effort to breathe comfortably. Is this rela...

Sinusitis and Allergic Rhinitis Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing significant nasal congestion and swelling over the past week. I have previously been diagnosed with allergic rhinitis, but I have never felt such pronounced discomfort before. I researched that sinusitis can a...

Ear degeneration Hello Doctor: My mother has been experiencing tinnitus, and after a diagnosis, the doctor determined that it is due to age-related changes in her ears. The doctor prescribed a medication called "Rujia Mai" for peripheral circulation. Can she take it tog...

Inquiry Consultation Dear Dr. Cheng, I am unsure which medical specialty my question pertains to. If it is not within your area of expertise, I kindly ask for your guidance on which specialty I should consult. Here is my concern: when I turn my eyes to the right (and occasionall...

Persistent discomfort in the throat with a slight sensation of a foreign body? Hello, Doctor: Since around May of this year, I have been experiencing a sensation of a foreign body in my throat, along with alternating nasal congestion. I tend to get congested in cooler environment...

I feel like there's a strange taste coming from my throat? Recently, I sometimes feel a strange odor coming from my throat, especially noticeable when I yawn. After paying attention for a few days, I noticed the smell is particularly strong during yawning. I visited an ENT c...

Left ear pain? I previously experienced itching and discomfort in my ears. After visiting an otolaryngologist on Wednesday, the doctor discovered that I had a lot of earwax pushed back close to the eardrum in both ears, so they cleaned it out for me. However, since the appointmen...

Hello, doctor. My ear is making strange sounds? Hello Doctor, I have recently experienced a popping sound in my left ear when I hold my phone close to it while talking. The sound seems to get louder when the other person speaks more loudly, resembling a static or buzzing noise. I...

Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Report Issues Hello, Dr. Li. I have been experiencing a sensation of a foreign body and sharp pain in my oral and pharyngeal walls, which becomes particularly noticeable when swallowing saliva. There is also sharp pain and a foreign body sensati...