Dealing with Persistent Tinnitus: Seeking Solutions for Ear Congestion
Hello, doctor. Regarding earplugs and tinnitus? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing ear congestion and tinnitus for a year. Last month, I took corticosteroids to treat sudden sensorineural hearing loss, but now my ears get congested whenever I catch a cold. The Western medici...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Tinnitus is a troubling issue, but from your letter, I cannot determine what examinations you have undergone. I can only make general inferences. The diagnosis of sudden sensorineural hearing loss has a very strict definition, and since you have been diagnosed with it, it theoret...[Read More] Dealing with Persistent Tinnitus: Seeking Solutions for Ear Congestion
Understanding Eustachian Tube Dysfunction: Treatment Options and Concerns
Eustachian tube treatment Hello, Doctor. A year ago, I visited the hospital due to unexplained ear pain and tinnitus. The doctor diagnosed me with "Eustachian tube dysfunction." I had not lost weight or taken any medications prior to this, and I had never experienced si...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
First of all, I apologize for the delay in responding to your message as I was abroad. I hope I can still assist you. The function of the Eustachian tube is primarily to equalize the pressure in the middle ear. Therefore, when there is an issue, the patient's ear pressure ma...[Read More] Understanding Eustachian Tube Dysfunction: Treatment Options and Concerns
Understanding Ear Pain During Hiccups: ENT Insights
Please ask your question? Experiencing pain in the right ear while hiccuping could be related to several factors. One possible explanation is that the hiccup reflex may cause a sudden contraction of the diaphragm, which can affect the Eustachian tube's function. This tube co...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Dear Sir/Madam: It is possible that this is a case of neuralgia. I recommend visiting the otolaryngology clinic for further examination. Sincerely, Dr. Yeh Da-Wei, Head of Otolaryngology, Hsinchu Hospital.[Read More] Understanding Ear Pain During Hiccups: ENT Insights
Understanding Right Cheek Tightness: Causes and Recommended Tests
Tightness in the right cheek? I have been experiencing tightness in my right cheek for the past month. The symptoms vary in intensity, and after examination, no tumors were found. The discomfort does not remain in the same area; sometimes it is behind my ear, at my temple, or in ...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
The structure of the human body is quite complex, and sometimes not all tests can provide us with answers. Your issue seems to have two possible causes. The first could be Eustachian tube dysfunction, which may present some symptoms as you described. This aspect can be further ev...[Read More] Understanding Right Cheek Tightness: Causes and Recommended Tests
Understanding Eustachian Tube Dysfunction: Symptoms, Impact, and Treatment Options
Eustachian tube dysfunction that has troubled me for over ten years? Hello, I have been experiencing Eustachian tube dysfunction since childhood, and I only learned this condition is called "Eustachian tube dysfunction" this year. For a long time, I have relied on pinch...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Dear Sir/Madam: The tracheostomy procedure is feasible and shows good results. The cost of this surgery will be covered by health insurance. Please first visit the ENT outpatient clinic for an examination. Sincerely, Dr. Yeh Da-Wei, Head of ENT Department, Hsinchu Hospital.[Read More] Understanding Eustachian Tube Dysfunction: Symptoms, Impact, and Treatment Options
Understanding Tinnitus: Is Your Ear Buzzing from Headphone Use?
Tinnitus Doctor Chen, I have been experiencing frequent ringing in my ears lately. Is it because I often use headphones, or do I need to go to Taoyuan Hospital for further examination? Thank you for your response, Doctor Chen.
Dr. Chen Jianzhi Reply:
Dear Inquirer, Based on your literal question, you may want to pause your habit of using headphones. If the tinnitus persists, you should visit a nearby clinic to rule out issues such as otitis media or Eustachian tube dysfunction. If the problem continues, you can seek consulta...[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus: Is Your Ear Buzzing from Headphone Use?
Understanding Eustachian Tube Dysfunction: Symptoms and Treatments
Eustachian tube aging Hello: My wife (42 years old, has been suffering from dizziness and tinnitus for 4 years) experienced the worst episode yesterday when she got up to go outside to collect the laundry. After just two steps, she became so dizzy that she fell back onto the bed ...
Dr. Chen Jianzhi Reply:
Dear Inquirer, Based solely on the literal description in your message, particularly the statement "she experiences severe dizziness when lying on her right side, but has no issues when lying on her left side," it raises the possibility of benign paroxysmal positional ...[Read More] Understanding Eustachian Tube Dysfunction: Symptoms and Treatments
Understanding Eustachian Tube Dysfunction: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Eustachian tube dysfunction Hello, over two years ago, I started experiencing a sensation of ear fullness in both ears, as if I could hear my own breathing and speaking. Gradually, this began to affect my daily life, and I occasionally felt dizzy. I consulted an otolaryngologist ...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Eustachian tube issues can indeed be very distressing for patients; they are not visible or tangible, yet they can significantly diminish quality of life. Generally, for Eustachian tube problems, the initial step should be to rule out other issues, which I believe previous specia...[Read More] Understanding Eustachian Tube Dysfunction: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Tinnitus? Degeneration and necrosis of the auditory nerve? I would like to consult a physician first? Hello Dr. Hu, Thank you for this platform to ask you about medical knowledge. I am 34 years old and live in Hsinchu City. Last year, I visited a clinic for medication due to diz...
Dr. Hu Kexin Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, as you mentioned, tinnitus can be caused by many factors. Your doctor indicated that the high-frequency sensorineural hearing loss identified in your hearing test is a result, not a cause. As you noted, tumors can also cause tinnitus, although...[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Neck Examination for Chronic Throat Issues: What Tests to Consider?
Neck examination Hello Dr. Chen, Since experiencing Eustachian tube dysfunction leading to chronic pharyngitis, I have had tightness and occasional pain in the nerves behind my ear and in my neck. After taking the prescriptions you provided, I have noticed improvements in most ...
Dr. Chen Jianzhi Reply:
Dear Inquirer: Hello, there is another examination that may be helpful for you. A cervical X-ray can rule out cervical bone spurs or other bony lesions. This examination can be done immediately in an outpatient setting, and you can view the report right away. What do you think? S...[Read More] Neck Examination for Chronic Throat Issues: What Tests to Consider?
Effective Remedies for Eustachian Tube Issues After Sinusitis
Ear problems? Hello Dr. Chen, I visited you on March 30th for sinusitis, and the mucus has been clogging my Eustachian tube. It has improved a bit since then, as I can now clear it by pinching my nose and blowing. Sometimes it opens up, but I would like to know if there are any m...
Dr. Chen Jianzhi Reply:
Dear Inquirer, I understand your condition and medical history. Your issue will only completely resolve once your chronic rhinitis improves. If you continue to experience Eustachian tube dysfunction, it indicates that your chronic rhinitis has not yet resolved. Chronic rhinitis ...[Read More] Effective Remedies for Eustachian Tube Issues After Sinusitis
Clarifying Prescription for Chronic Pharyngitis: A Patient's Inquiry
Reply to the doctor? Dr. Chen, you mentioned that the prescription you gave me includes special medications for treating chronic pharyngitis. Is this prescription correct? (Genesafe tablets, Mekin tablets, Wellpin gastrointestinal medication) I apologize for the confusion, but I ...
Dr. Chen Jianzhi Reply:
Dear Inquirer: Yes, that is correct. The prescription is based on your medical examination and condition. Eustachian tube dysfunction is just one of the many symptoms of chronic pharyngitis, similar to neck pain or salivary gland swelling. Sincerely, Dr. Chien-Chih Chen P...[Read More] Clarifying Prescription for Chronic Pharyngitis: A Patient's Inquiry
Why Do My Ears Feel Blocked After a Cold? Understanding Ear Symptoms
After recovering from a cold, the ears often feel blocked? Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask you about my recent hearing issues. A while ago, I had a mild cold (sore throat), and the doctor said I was still in the early stages of the cold. This cold triggered some allergic sympt...
Dr. Jian Huangqi Reply:
It is possible that the poor hearing is caused by inflammation and blockage of the Eustachian tube due to a cold. You should consult an otolaryngologist. Thank you.[Read More] Why Do My Ears Feel Blocked After a Cold? Understanding Ear Symptoms
Understanding Ear Issues: Could Sinusitis Be the Culprit?
Ear problems? Recently, I've been experiencing strange sounds in my ears, similar to the discomfort felt when taking an elevator to a high floor, like in Taipei 101. I find that yawning helps, but my ears still feel muffled, and no matter how much I yawn, it doesn't imp...
Dr. Chen Jianzhi Reply:
Dear Inquirer: Hello, your issue may be caused by thick mucus from sinusitis affecting the Eustachian tube during treatment. If you have a follow-up appointment, please let me know, and I will check your nasopharynx and tympanic membrane to see if this is the underlying problem. ...[Read More] Understanding Ear Issues: Could Sinusitis Be the Culprit?
Can Eardrum Healing Improve Ear Pressure and Tinnitus?
Is it possible to improve tinnitus? Hello Doctor: After a perforated eardrum heals, can abnormal middle ear pressure be improved? Does hearing loss or a previous eardrum perforation affect the function of the Eustachian tube? If the function has not changed, is there a way to imp...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Strictly speaking, after surgery for otitis media, the pressure in the middle ear does not necessarily return to normal, as the function of the Eustachian tube, which connects to the nasopharynx, may not be restored. Of course, some patients experience improvement in Eustachian t...[Read More] Can Eardrum Healing Improve Ear Pressure and Tinnitus?
Can Tinnitus Improve After Eardrum Repair? Expert Insights
Is it possible to improve tinnitus? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask about a situation where the eardrum has ruptured and has healed, but there is still persistent tinnitus that sounds like a heartbeat. The noise becomes louder during quiet or noisy environments to the point of ...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
After surgery for otitis media, some patients may still experience lingering effects from the previous inflammation, such as hearing impairment or tinnitus, which are quite common in outpatient settings. However, you mentioned being able to hear your own heartbeat and experiencin...[Read More] Can Tinnitus Improve After Eardrum Repair? Expert Insights
Does Sore Throat Affect Ear Health? Understanding ENT Connections
Sore throat issues? Hello, does a sore throat affect the ears? I have a sore throat, and sometimes my ears feel inexplicably itchy. Now, it hurts to swallow saliva. The doctor said my tonsils are larger, which makes treatment more complicated. Does having larger tonsils mean that...
Dr. Hu Kexin Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, a sore throat can affect the ears, potentially due to nerve involvement or issues with the Eustachian tube. If the tonsils are frequently inflamed, experiencing pain more than 4 to 6 times a year can be classified as chronic tonsillitis. Due t...[Read More] Does Sore Throat Affect Ear Health? Understanding ENT Connections
Understanding Eustachian Tube Dysfunction: Symptoms and Recovery Time
Eustachian tube dysfunction Hello, Dr. Chen. I visited your clinic last time and received medication twice. In situations like this, how long does it usually take to recover? What could be causing this condition? Sometimes I feel better, but the next day I experience some congest...
Dr. Chen Jianzhi Reply:
Dear Inquirer, If there is no improvement after taking the medication, I recommend that you return for a follow-up appointment to schedule a hearing test and tympanometry to determine whether the issue lies with the inner ear or middle ear. If the Eustachian tube function remain...[Read More] Understanding Eustachian Tube Dysfunction: Symptoms and Recovery Time
Understanding Eustachian Tube Dysfunction: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Eustachian tube obstruction The sound in the ears when swallowing saliva is likely due to Eustachian tube dysfunction. I have seen a doctor before and took medication, but after more than six months, the issue persists. Should I pay attention to it? If I see a doctor again, will ...
Dr. Chen Jianzhi Reply:
Dear Inquirer: Hello, based on your literal question, hearing sounds in the ear while swallowing saliva is likely a normal physiological response. The significance of the sound depends on its volume, which will help determine if there is any pathological condition. If there are n...[Read More] Understanding Eustachian Tube Dysfunction: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Understanding Ear Discomfort: Symptoms, Causes, and When to Seek Help
Ear problems Hello, Doctor. Since the beginning of the year, I've been experiencing discomfort behind my ear and down to my neck. A week later, my left ear started feeling uncomfortable (it feels blocked; usually, I can relieve tinnitus by swallowing, but it feels persistent...
Dr. Chen Jianzhi Reply:
Dear Inquirer: Hello, based on your literal question, it may be due to Eustachian tube dysfunction. May I ask if you have issues with nasal allergies or adenoid hypertrophy? Sincerely, Dr. Chien-Chih Chen, Physician at Taoyuan Hospital, Department of Health, and Lecturer at Fu Je...[Read More] Understanding Ear Discomfort: Symptoms, Causes, and When to Seek Help