Left Ear Pain Linked to Throat: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Pain in the throat connected to the left ear? Hello Dr. Cheng: I have been experiencing pain in the internal part of my left ear connected to my throat (the eardrum) for the past 2-3 days. Swallowing saliva makes the pain in my ear more pronounced, but the throat does not feel li...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: If the pain persists without significant improvement, it is recommended to seek medical evaluation for confirmation. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Director of the Department of Otolaryngology, Taoyuan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Left Ear Pain Linked to Throat: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Understanding Nasal and Ear Symptoms: When to Seek Further Evaluation
Nasopharyngeal-related issues? Hello Dr. Chi, I have been experiencing issues with allergic rhinitis and post-nasal drip, with my nasal discharge being clear. About three months ago, I noticed blood streaks when I coughed up mucus after waking up one morning (this happened only...
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 Nasal and Ear Symptoms: When to Seek Further Evaluation
Persistent Cold After Ear Surgery: Understanding Complications and Next Steps
Otitis media has been surgically treated, but the cold has not improved for a long time? My mother-in-law had surgery for otitis media with pus on February 25 of this year, but now it is June and her cold has not improved, and her hearing has not gotten better either. The doctor ...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to first return to the original surgeon's clinic for consultation and ask the surgeon to recommend the appropriate specialty for further evaluation.[Read More] Persistent Cold After Ear Surgery: Understanding Complications and Next Steps
Understanding Steroid Injections for Ear Congestion: Recovery Insights
Recovery speed after intratympanic steroid injection for unexplained ear fullness? In mid-January, I received a phone call and noticed that I couldn't hear clearly in my left ear. However, after a hearing test, the results were normal. Starting in February, I began experienc...
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 Steroid Injections for Ear Congestion: Recovery Insights
Neck Muscle Tension Linked to Hearing Disturbances After Cold Exposure
Neck muscle stiffness causing abnormal amplification of hearing? Recently, while exercising outdoors, I accidentally got chilled by the cold wind, which caused me to shiver for a while after returning to my dormitory. Later, during the weekend at home, I sometimes hear a high-fre...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, theoretically, "stiffness in the neck muscles causing abnormal amplification of hearing" is unlikely to occur as they are likely different conditions. It is recommended to consult an otolaryngologist if the symptoms persist.[Read More] Neck Muscle Tension Linked to Hearing Disturbances After Cold Exposure
Understanding Ear Issues: Symptoms, Causes, and Hearing Health Tips
Ear problems Hello Doctor, three days ago I started feeling some discomfort and slight pain in my left ear. When I woke up yesterday, I even felt my eardrum pulsating three times, especially while listening to the radio. Although I wasn't using headphones and was playing it ...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if you continue to feel discomfort in your ears or experience hearing difficulties, it is recommended to visit an otolaryngologist for examination and confirmation. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Head of the Department of Otolaryngology, Taoyua...[Read More] Understanding Ear Issues: Symptoms, Causes, and Hearing Health Tips
Understanding Tinnitus, Throat Discomfort, and Lymph Node Swelling
Tinnitus followed by a sensation of a lump in the throat and swollen lymph nodes in the chest? Hello, doctor! A month ago, I experienced severe tinnitus (which I have never had before) and was later diagnosed by a doctor with nasal allergies (which I have also never had before). ...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, these issues may indeed be related to each other; however, some conditions should be evaluated to rule them out. 1. Severe tinnitus one month ago (which you have never experienced before) could be due to: 1) Eustachian tube dysfunction: This is the most common cause ...[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus, Throat Discomfort, and Lymph Node Swelling
Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Treatments, and Impact on Sleep
Tinnitus issues? Recently, I have been experiencing tinnitus in my right ear, especially at night when I hear a buzzing sound that disrupts my sleep. Sometimes, I also feel drowsy during the day. I later visited the hospital, where the doctor prescribed medication and arranged fo...
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 Impact on Sleep
Understanding Ear Congestion, Tinnitus, and Possible Meniere's Disease
Ear congestion, ear fullness, and tinnitus? Hello, Doctor! Initially, I experienced a sensation of ear fullness. I consulted two doctors at clinics, and they both said it was just an imbalance between the inner and outer ear. They also performed an endoscopic examination and rule...
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 Ear Congestion, Tinnitus, and Possible Meniere's Disease
Understanding Ear Congestion: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions
Ear fullness sensation Hello Doctor: When I ride in a car on mountain roads, I experience a sensation of fullness in both ears (decreased hearing), which returns to normal within about an hour. Occasionally, while taking the MRT, I suddenly experience tinnitus (less frequent). At...
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, mountain climbing, or diving, but also when forcefully blowing your nose or bending over. 2) Sudden sensorineural hearing loss. 3) ...[Read More] Understanding Ear Congestion: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions
Understanding Ear Congestion and Sounds: Causes and Solutions
Ear popping sound? One day, I suddenly noticed a feeling of fullness in my left ear, accompanied by tinnitus that lasted about five seconds and a slight decrease in hearing. When I slept on my side, it felt like there was fluid flowing into both ears, but the external auditory ca...
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, hiking, or diving, but also when forcefully blowing your nose or bending over. 2) Sudden sensorineural hearing loss. 3) Otitis medi...[Read More] Understanding Ear Congestion and Sounds: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Post-Repair Ear Drum Discomfort and Pain Management
After a ruptured eardrum has healed? About a year ago, I had a ruptured eardrum. After it healed, I still often feel discomfort, pressure, or intermittent pain. Different doctors have examined me and said that it has healed, and occasional discomfort is normal. However, recently ...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
Healing takes about one to two months for the eardrum to become thicker and more resilient. During this period, it is advised to avoid excessive stimulation of the eardrum. Wishing you well.[Read More] Understanding Post-Repair Ear Drum Discomfort and Pain Management
Understanding High-Pitched Sounds and Sensitivity in Your Ears
Is sensitivity to higher-pitched sounds and an increased sensitivity to louder noises indicative of hearing problems? Hello, Doctor. I have some questions regarding my ears. 1. About two years ago, I started hearing some faint, high-pitched sounds at night. These sounds do not ...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
Physiological tinnitus often occurs in young individuals with insufficient sleep or in the elderly population. Based on your description, you may be experiencing auditory sensitivity or Eustachian tube dysfunction. However, there is also a significant proportion of pathological t...[Read More] Understanding High-Pitched Sounds and Sensitivity in Your Ears
Understanding Hearing Issues: Tinnitus and Ear Discomfort Explained
Hearing problems Hello, Dr. Chi. The day before yesterday, I stayed in a store for about an hour, and the ambient noise inside was a very high-frequency sound that made me feel a bit dizzy. After I came out, I experienced tinnitus in my right ear, and sounds seemed muffled, with ...
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: This has a s...[Read More] Understanding Hearing Issues: Tinnitus and Ear Discomfort Explained
Managing Ear Wax: Tips for Safe Treatment and Relief
Medication Consultation Two days ago, I noticed a sound in my ear when I moved, so I went to see a doctor. The doctor said there were small pieces of earwax stuck to my eardrum, and prescribed some drops to prevent the wax from adhering. After using the drops for the first day, m...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if you are unable to let the medication flow out after lying on your side or continue to feel a sense of blockage, it is recommended to return for a follow-up appointment for examination. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Director of the Departmen...[Read More] Managing Ear Wax: Tips for Safe Treatment and Relief
Managing Eustachian Tube Dysfunction and Facial Numbness: A Patient's Guide
Numbness around the right nostril and Eustachian tube obstruction? Hello Doctor: I have a history of tinnitus and allergic rhinitis that has been treated for over two years. I underwent a septoplasty in August last year. Two weeks ago, I suddenly experienced a feeling of fullness...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, 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) Otitis medi...[Read More] Managing Eustachian Tube Dysfunction and Facial Numbness: A Patient's Guide
Understanding High-Pitched Ringing in Your Ears: Causes and Solutions
High-frequency buzzing in the ear? Recently, while exercising outdoors, I accidentally got chilled by the cold wind, which caused me to shiver for a while after returning to my dormitory. Later, during the weekend at home, I sometimes hear a high-pitched buzzing sound in the kitc...
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 med...[Read More] Understanding High-Pitched Ringing in Your Ears: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Ear Pressure Changes: Risks and Remedies for Ear Health
Sudden increase in pressure on the eardrum? Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask a few questions. Q1: In the past, when I was eating, I would hear a sound of air movement in one ear, and there would be a popping sound while chewing, like bubbles bursting. Later, I visited a clinic...
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 med...[Read More] Understanding Ear Pressure Changes: Risks and Remedies for Ear Health
Understanding Ear Pain After Showering: Is It Inflammation or Something Else?
Ear problems Hello, Dr. Chi. I would like to ask about a situation where water got into my ear after washing my hair. For the past one or two days, I've been experiencing pain in my left ear when I burp, and I can hear sounds. Whenever I eat on the left side, I also experien...
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 Ear Pain After Showering: Is It Inflammation or Something Else?
Living with Tinnitus for Over 30 Years: A Personal Journey
Tinnitus for over thirty years? Hello, Doctor. In my thirties, I participated in a five-day shooting event, and because no one reminded me to wear ear protection, I developed persistent tinnitus. A few weeks later, I went to the ENT department at Taipei Veterans General Hospital,...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if tinnitus has persisted for over 30 years, the chances of it disappearing are low. It is advisable to find a way to coexist peacefully with it. As for dizziness, it may be related to the inner ear or various other factors. If the dizziness is accompanied by worsening tin...[Read More] Living with Tinnitus for Over 30 Years: A Personal Journey