Understanding Lymph Node Swelling and Its Connection to Sinusitis
Cervical lymphadenitis Hello, doctor... I have undergone a bacterial culture that identified Staphylococcus as the cause of my sinusitis, and I am currently being treated with Moxifloxacin. On Monday, I noticed swelling near my parotid gland, which is painful when pressed. Additi...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Common lymphadenopathy with pain is often related to infections, which may be associated with sinusitis or parotitis. In most cases, lymphadenopathy will decrease or resolve after the infection improves. It is recommended to complete the course of medication before returni...[Read More] Understanding Lymph Node Swelling and Its Connection to Sinusitis
Understanding Throat Discomfort: Causes and Solutions for Persistent Symptoms
Foreign body sensation in the throat? Doctor, I have had a persistent sensation of something stuck in my right throat for several years. I'm not sure if it's related to my tonsils, as I previously visited a doctor who helped me express tonsil stones, which provided some...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Currently, it is difficult to make a determination. If you are concerned, it is advisable to return for a follow-up appointment with your physician for further examination or to undergo an ultrasound for additional evaluation. Wishing you safety and good health. Sincerely,...[Read More] Understanding Throat Discomfort: Causes and Solutions for Persistent Symptoms
Understanding Ear Sounds During Yawning and Hiccups: Causes and Concerns
Hearing a wind-like sound in the ears while yawning or hiccupping? Hello, doctor. Recently, I've experienced a strange condition in my left ear, as described in the title. When I yawn or when I burp, I hear a sound like wind or airflow in my left ear (while my right ear is c...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Common issues related to Eustachian tube dysfunction can often be improved by increasing water intake and adjusting lifestyle habits to reduce gastroesophageal reflux. Most cases will gradually improve. However, if discomfort persists or there are significant changes in he...[Read More] Understanding Ear Sounds During Yawning and Hiccups: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Tongue Grooves: Causes and Concerns for Your Health
There are ridges or grooves on the sides of the tongue? I recently noticed that the sides of my tongue have indentations that resemble shark gills. It doesn't look like fissured tongue or scalloped tongue, and I couldn't find much information online. I found one photo t...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: If there are no obvious ulcers or pain, it is commonly a benign condition. It is recommended to drink plenty of water, rinse your mouth frequently, avoid spicy foods, and refrain from using a toothbrush to clean your tongue. If the condition persists without improvement, i...[Read More] Understanding Tongue Grooves: Causes and Concerns for Your Health
Understanding Sudden Ear Vibrations: Causes and Concerns
Vibration in the ear Hello doctor, this afternoon around 2 PM, I suddenly felt a brief vibration in my ear that lasted about 1 to 2 seconds. After that, I didn't feel any discomfort (I was wearing a medical mask in the classroom), but I am still worried. What could be the po...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: If there are no obvious discomfort or changes in hearing, it is mostly a benign condition, and you may observe it for now. Wishing you peace and good health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Director of the Department of Otolaryngology, Taoyuan General Hospital, Ministry of He...[Read More] Understanding Sudden Ear Vibrations: Causes and Concerns
Effective Solutions for Managing Allergic Cough Symptoms
How to effectively treat allergic cough symptoms? Hello Doctor, I have had small red itchy rashes on my skin since childhood. In recent years, I have started to experience phlegm in my throat, persistent coughing, and runny nose in the morning and evening. Recently, the coughing ...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if there is significant improvement in symptoms with the use of antihistamines, it is indeed possible that the cough is allergy-related. If symptoms continue to be poorly controlled, you may consider undergoing allergy testing to identify the allergens and reduce exposure,...[Read More] Effective Solutions for Managing Allergic Cough Symptoms
Managing Allergic Rhinitis: Seeking Effective Treatment and Specialist Guidance
Allergic rhinitis It cannot be completely cured; I can only use a nasal spray. After using it, do I need to continue returning to the clinic to get more nasal spray? I frequently visit the doctor due to conditions like tonsillitis, bronchitis, sinusitis, gastroenteritis, gastroes...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Regarding allergic rhinitis, there are several important concepts: The individual's constitution and environmental allergens and irritants are the primary triggers. If one parent has allergic rhinitis, the likelihood of their child developing it is four times higher. The mos...[Read More] Managing Allergic Rhinitis: Seeking Effective Treatment and Specialist Guidance
Managing Prednisolone 5mg for Post-Surgery ENT Issues: Dosage Guidance
PREDNISOLONE 5 mg Hello, Director Chi; I am experiencing hoarseness, tinnitus, dizziness, and occasional ear pain after heart surgery. After an endoscopic examination by the physician, I was informed that I have nasal polyps, poor vocal cord movement, otitis media, and damage to ...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, the general treatment for the aforementioned condition is to take the medication approximately three times a day. If you experience any discomfort after taking the medication, it is advisable to discontinue it and promptly return to your original physician for further eval...[Read More] Managing Prednisolone 5mg for Post-Surgery ENT Issues: Dosage Guidance
Post-Surgery Complications: Managing Pain and Discharge Concerns After Tonsillectomy
Postoperative issues Hello Doctor, I previously discussed my issues in detail. I had my bilateral tonsils removed on the 1st and was discharged on the 3rd. On the 7th, due to severe pain, I went to the emergency department of the surgery hospital, where the resident physician exa...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if you have yellow-green discharge, you may first visit a nearby otolaryngology clinic to check for other infection issues. If there is no improvement or if further evaluation is needed, you can ask the clinic physician for a referral to a nearby hospital for further manag...[Read More] Post-Surgery Complications: Managing Pain and Discharge Concerns After Tonsillectomy
Persistent Sore Throat After Cold: When to See a Doctor?
Even after recovering from a cold, my throat still hurts? I have been coughing due to a cold, and during the worst days, I was coughing so much that I couldn't sleep well. I think I coughed too hard, and later my throat started to hurt. Even though I am no longer coughing an...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: If your sore throat persists for more than a week without improvement, it is advisable to seek medical attention for further evaluation. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Director of the Department of Otolaryngology, Taoyuan Hospital, Ministry of ...[Read More] Persistent Sore Throat After Cold: When to See a Doctor?
Understanding High-Pitched Sounds: Ear Health Concerns Explained
Ear problems Why do I hear sounds at a higher pitch? Thank you.
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Currently, it is not possible to make a determination. If the changes in your hearing persist, it is recommended to visit a hospital for examination. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Director of the Department of Otolaryngology, Taoyuan Hospital,...[Read More] Understanding High-Pitched Sounds: Ear Health Concerns Explained
Understanding Left Ear Pain: Causes and Solutions for Ear Issues
Left ear pain? Hello doctor, I have been experiencing severe insomnia since last month, which has led to persistent tinnitus in my right ear. However, in the past few days, I have been having significant pain in my left ear, but there is no tinnitus. Occasionally, I feel a sensat...
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 air travel, mountain climbing, or diving, but also when forcefully blowing your nose or bending over. 2) Sudden sensorineural hearing loss....[Read More] Understanding Left Ear Pain: Causes and Solutions for Ear Issues
Understanding Ear Pain After Tonsillectomy: Causes and Solutions
Tonsillitis with ear pain? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing a long-term sensation of foreign body in my tonsils along with chronic inflammation. Recently, on the 1st, I underwent surgery to remove both sides of my tonsils. Before the surgery, there was a white area where th...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, it is difficult to determine the causes of tinnitus, ear fullness, and ear pain, as there are many potential reasons for ear pain. In addition to the possibility that the surgical site from a tonsillectomy has not fully healed, chronic throat inflammation, temporomandibula...[Read More] Understanding Ear Pain After Tonsillectomy: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Throat Foreign Body Sensation and Pain: Causes and Solutions
Sensation of a foreign body and pain in the throat? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing a sensation of a foreign body in my throat (just a bit above the middle of my clavicle) for the past few years. It feels like there is something that I cannot swallow. Two years ago, I unde...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, if you have a persistent sensation of something stuck in your throat and had an endoscopy two years ago where the doctor did not find anything in the area of concern, it is advisable to consider undergoing another endoscopy to rule out esophageal diseases. The symptoms you...[Read More] Understanding Throat Foreign Body Sensation and Pain: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Swallowing Difficulties in Seniors: Causes and Solutions
Swallowing difficulties I would like to consult a physician: My mother is 71 years old, and recently she has been having difficulty swallowing harder meats or fibrous vegetables. She is afraid to swallow and worries about choking, so she has to take small bites to get them down. ...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Difficulty swallowing, commonly associated with neurodegeneration, is often observed. It is recommended to seek evaluation from a neurologist or a rehabilitation specialist. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Director of the Department of Otolaryng...[Read More] Understanding Swallowing Difficulties in Seniors: Causes and Solutions
Managing Recurrent Preauricular Sinus Infections: Alternatives to Surgery
Recurrent preauricular sinus? Hello, doctor. About two years ago, I underwent surgery to remove a preauricular sinus. A year later, I still experience recurrent inflammation with pus and blood. Since the opening has been sutured, the pus and blood flow out through a thin area of ...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, if a recurrent infection is confirmed, a more extensive resection is usually required to reduce the likelihood of future recurrences. It is advisable to consult an otolaryngologist or head and neck surgeon regarding the surgery. Wishing you a speedy recovery.[Read More] Managing Recurrent Preauricular Sinus Infections: Alternatives to Surgery
Understanding Thick Nasal Mucus and Congestion: Causes and Solutions
Purulent nasal discharge and nasal congestion? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing white nasal discharge and nasal congestion for over a month. Last Wednesday, I visited a clinic where the doctor suggested it might be an infection, as I had a significant amount of white nasal...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: The presence of common purulent nasal discharge may be associated with chronic sinusitis or chronic rhinitis. If there has been no significant improvement after using antibiotics, or if symptoms persist, it is advisable to visit a clinic for further evaluation to determine...[Read More] Understanding Thick Nasal Mucus and Congestion: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Ear Congestion: Causes and Solutions for Ear Pain
The ears feel full and congested? Hello Doctor, on the afternoon of March 21, I experienced ear pain and used the ear drops "Mei Kang" that I had previously received for otitis media caused by swimming. I applied the drops to my left ear, and after lying down for 10 min...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Currently, it is difficult to determine the cause of the ear fullness. If you have already sought medical attention, issues such as earwax blockage or Eustachian tube obstruction should be ruled out. If the sensation of fullness occurred after using the ear drops, it may b...[Read More] Understanding Ear Congestion: Causes and Solutions for Ear Pain
Managing Chronic Pharyngitis: Effective Remedies and Treatments
Chronic pharyngitis I have been coughing for over a year. Each time I visit a Western medicine doctor, I am diagnosed with an upper respiratory tract infection, and when it gets more severe, it's bronchitis. Additionally, there is some swelling in my nasal cavity, leading th...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, the situation you described may be chronic pharyngitis or another condition. It is recommended to seek medical attention for a laryngoscopy to confirm the diagnosis (to rule out any masses) and for medication treatment. In addition to medication (such as expectorants and a...[Read More] Managing Chronic Pharyngitis: Effective Remedies and Treatments
Understanding Ear Pain and Tinnitus: When to Seek Further Evaluation
Tinnitus and mild ear pain? At the beginning of March, I felt a painful sensation in my ear, accompanied by slight tinnitus (a cicada-like sound at night when going to bed, and a high-pitched ringing when I exert pressure on my ears or block them during the day). I visited Mackay...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Based on the current symptoms, it is not possible to determine a definitive cause. If the symptoms do not improve, it is recommended to continue follow-up visits for medical examination. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Director of the Department...[Read More] Understanding Ear Pain and Tinnitus: When to Seek Further Evaluation