Understanding Right Ear Issues: Possible Sudden Hearing Loss Causes
Right ear issues? Hello Doctor, Since April 9th, I have been experiencing a feeling of fullness and pressure in my right ear upon waking up. I went to the hospital for a hearing test, and the results indicated hearing loss in my right ear, with the ability to hear only at 40-50...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Dear Wen, Hello, it is possible that you are experiencing sudden sensorineural hearing loss. You can start with medication treatment in conjunction with your physician. Most cases show improvement in hearing, but if there is no improvement, you may consult with a clinical physic...[Read More] Understanding Right Ear Issues: Possible Sudden Hearing Loss Causes
Understanding Nasal Congestion and Tinnitus: Causes and Solutions
Nasal congestion and tinnitus? Ten years ago, during a severe cold, I experienced significant nasal congestion. After forcefully blowing my nose, I heard a sound in my ears similar to a popping noise, and subsequently, I noticed the presence of tinnitus. The tinnitus fluctuates i...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Dear Yoyo: If there is no improvement, it is recommended to visit the ENT department at the hospital for a detailed examination and to arrange for a hearing test to determine whether the issue is related to the Eustachian tube or the middle ear. Wishing you safety and health. Sin...[Read More] Understanding Nasal Congestion and Tinnitus: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Eustachian Tube Dysfunction: Symptoms and Diagnosis
Eustachian tube dysfunction Bilateral tinnitus (high frequency), a sensation of ear fullness, occasional ear pain, auditory sensitivity, and occasional dizziness. I have undergone hearing tests and MRI at a major hospital, both of which showed no issues. Doctor, I would like to a...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, regarding your question, here is the response: 1. MRI cannot assess Eustachian tube dysfunction. 2. It is possible, but the clinical symptoms are less indicative. 3. Generally, it is less likely to cause auditory sensitivity. Wishing you peace and health. Sincerely, Dr. Ju...[Read More] Understanding Eustachian Tube Dysfunction: Symptoms and Diagnosis
Can I Use Headphones After Ear Injury and Hearing Loss?
Ear trauma resulting in hearing issues? I was hit in the ear a few days ago, and now sounds seem very quiet. I went to see a doctor the next day, but the appointment for a hearing test is still a long wait. I’m not sure if I should wait for the hearing test appointment to wear he...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to wait for the results of the hearing test before determining the next steps for management. Wishing you peace and good health. Sincerely, Dr. Jue-Yi Cheng, Director of the Department of Otolaryngology, Taoyuan General Hospital, Ministry of Health and We...[Read More] Can I Use Headphones After Ear Injury and Hearing Loss?
Seeking Help for Persistent Tinnitus: What to Do Next?
Tinnitus issue seeking help..? Hello, doctor. About 20 days ago, I started experiencing persistent ringing in both ears in quieter environments. Sometimes, I even hear a sharp, high-pitched sound similar to a bicycle brake squeaking. This is particularly noticeable when I lie on ...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if all tests are normal and the medications have not improved your condition, it is recommended to return for a follow-up appointment with your physician to discuss whether there are other medications or treatments that may provide improvement. Wishing you safety and healt...[Read More] Seeking Help for Persistent Tinnitus: What to Do Next?
Understanding Long-Term Eustachian Tube Dysfunction and Its Treatments
Treatment for Long-term Eustachian Tube Dysfunction Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing continuous tinnitus (in both ears) with a roaring sound for nearly ten years. It is especially loud during the quiet of the night. Recently, my left ear has also developed a pulsatile sound...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Dear Lan, 1. Generally, hearing loss does not worsen due to tinnitus; rather, it is often the case that hearing degradation or decline exacerbates the condition of tinnitus. 2. Pulsatile tinnitus typically prompts consideration of vascular issues, such as problems with the blood...[Read More] Understanding Long-Term Eustachian Tube Dysfunction and Its Treatments
Tinnitus and Hearing Loss: Understanding Causes and Solutions
Tinnitus and Hearing Loss Hello Doctor! I've been troubled by tinnitus for a while now. Although it hasn't affected my daily routine, I recently had a health check-up that included a hearing test, which showed slight hearing loss in my right ear. I'm unsure what to...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Dear John, There are many factors that can trigger tinnitus, most of which are related to age-related hearing loss. If it does not affect your daily activities, it is advisable to avoid focusing too much on it to prevent exacerbating the tinnitus. You can also try to alleviate i...[Read More] Tinnitus and Hearing Loss: Understanding Causes and Solutions
Using MRI to Diagnose Inner Ear Conditions and Meniere's Disease
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) for Diagnosing Ear Disorders Can an MRI be used to check for fluid in the inner ear and to diagnose Meniere's disease?
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Generally, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) cannot detect inner ear fluid accumulation or Meniere's disease; diagnosis still relies on clinical symptoms and hearing tests. Wishing you peace and good health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Director of the Department of Ot...[Read More] Using MRI to Diagnose Inner Ear Conditions and Meniere's Disease
Understanding Tinnitus and Unusual Ear Sensations: Causes and Solutions
Tinnitus and unusual phenomena? Hello, doctor. At the beginning of last month, I started experiencing a slight feeling of fullness in my left ear, which resolved after a few days. Later, after using headphones for a day, I suddenly felt dizzy and developed mild tinnitus in both e...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: If you have already undergone a hearing test and confirmed that there is no change in your hearing, tinnitus may be related to Eustachian tube dysfunction. You can monitor the situation for a while, but if the tinnitus persists continuously or even worsens, you should seek...[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus and Unusual Ear Sensations: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Pure Tone Audiometry Results: Do You Need Hearing Aids?
Pure tone audiometry Dr. Zheng, I would like to ask about my company's health check, specifically regarding the pure tone audiometry results. For the right ear, the thresholds are as follows: 250 Hz at 20 dB, 500 Hz at 45 dB, 1 kHz at 50 dB, 2 kHz at 50 dB, 4 kHz at 60 dB, a...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Dear Mr. Yuan, Hello, the average values for hearing tests are generally calculated based on 500 Hz, 1 kHz, and 2 kHz frequencies. The average for your right ear is 48 decibels, and for your left ear, it is 45 decibels. Both ears are classified as having sensorineural hearing lo...[Read More] Understanding Pure Tone Audiometry Results: Do You Need Hearing Aids?
Understanding Dizziness: Insights from Traditional and Modern Medicine
Question: Is there really dizziness? (After examinations by Traditional Chinese Medicine, Neurology, and Otolaryngology) After examinations by Traditional Chinese Medicine, Neurology, and Otolaryngology, the findings are as follows: 1. Traditional Chinese Medicine: (1) Excess...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hi Rick, There are many causes of dizziness. After numerous examinations, no serious issues have been found. The cause may be as you have assessed, possibly due to a lack of exercise and increased stress leading to nerve tension or anxiety. Additionally, it is important to monit...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness: Insights from Traditional and Modern Medicine
Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Tinnitus Questionnaire Hello, Doctor. Recently, I've been experiencing tinnitus in my left ear (a ringing sound that disappears in the morning but reappears around noon or gets louder when I'm too tired). Sometimes, I also feel a bit of ear fullness. When I speak, my vo...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, there are many causes of tinnitus. Based on your described symptoms, it may be related to Eustachian tube dysfunction or sensorineural hearing loss. If you have already undergone a nasopharyngoscopy, the possibility of nasopharyngeal cancer should be ruled out. However, Eu...[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Nasal Endoscopy: Insights on Ear Ringing and Throat Health
Nasal Endoscopy Examination Hello Doctor, Recently I've been experiencing tinnitus, so I went to a large hospital to see a doctor and had a hearing test done. The tinnitus is at a high frequency, and the doctor mentioned that my left ear shows some signs of aging. During m...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hi Ah Bin: The nasopharynx is primarily composed of lymphoid tissue, and viral infections can lead to inflammation and redness in this area. It is advisable to wait until the infection improves before conducting a follow-up examination. Wishing you peace and health. Sincerely, Dr...[Read More] Understanding Nasal Endoscopy: Insights on Ear Ringing and Throat Health
Understanding Hearing Test Results: What Do 75dB and 70dB Mean?
Hearing problems I had a hearing test at my company's health check, and my results were 75 dB for the left ear and 70 dB for the right ear. I would like to ask the doctor what these numbers represent. Thank you.
Dr. Hu Kexin Reply:
This data indicates hearing abnormalities, and it is recommended to consult an otolaryngologist for further diagnosis and management.[Read More] Understanding Hearing Test Results: What Do 75dB and 70dB Mean?
Understanding Hearing Loss: Do You Need Hearing Aids?
Hearing problems Last month, the company's health check included a hearing test. The results showed a general hearing level of 75 dB in the left ear and 70 dB in the right ear. I would like to ask the doctor if these values indicate poor hearing. Is it necessary to use a hea...
Dr. Xu Yingzhuo Reply:
Hello Mr. Wei, this value indicates moderate hearing loss. However, since the hearing examination equipment used in health screenings is generally of lower quality, further evaluation at a hospital is necessary to confirm this. If this value is accurate, assistance from a hearing...[Read More] Understanding Hearing Loss: Do You Need Hearing Aids?
Understanding Hearing Test Results: What Do 75dB and 70dB Mean?
Hearing concerns? Doctor, I had a hearing test and my left ear showed 75 dB and my right ear showed 70 dB. Additionally, the results were marked in red. What does this mean? Do I need further examination? Thank you.
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Dear Wei-Ge, Hello. If the average hearing levels are 75 dB and 70 dB, it may indicate hearing impairment, as the normal range is within 25 dB. Higher values suggest that louder sounds are needed to be heard. It is recommended to visit a hospital for a detailed hearing examinat...[Read More] Understanding Hearing Test Results: What Do 75dB and 70dB Mean?
Understanding Ear Damage from Fireworks: Symptoms and Recovery
The sound of fireworks explosions can cause discomfort in the ears? Hello: Five days ago, I watched the New Year's fireworks from about 7 to 8 meters away from the launch site. The explosion sounds made my ears feel uncomfortable. I went to the hospital for several tests, an...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Dear Ryan: If the hearing tests are normal, temporary damage to the inner ear auditory nerve cells can often recover on their own. If recovery does not occur, it may lead to sensorineural hearing loss or persistent tinnitus. It is recommended to continue monitoring. Wishing you p...[Read More] Understanding Ear Damage from Fireworks: Symptoms and Recovery
Understanding Eustachian Tube Dysfunction: Causes and Treatments
Eustachian tube dysfunction? Six months ago, I experienced discomfort in my ears and went to a large hospital for a hearing test and auditory reflex test. The report indicated that the function of the Eustachian tubes in both ears was above average, and I was prescribed one table...
Dr. Hu Kexin Reply:
Eustachian tube dysfunction generally includes Eustachian tube overclosure and Eustachian tube overopening. Whether traditional Chinese medicine can treat this condition depends on the underlying causes and mechanisms. There are many reasons that can lead to Eustachian tube dysfu...[Read More] Understanding Eustachian Tube Dysfunction: Causes and Treatments
Understanding Hearing Test Results: Normal Ranges and Ear Differences
Hearing assessment Hello: I had a hearing test today, and the results showed a hearing threshold of 11 dB in my right ear and 14 dB in my left ear. The doctor said my hearing is normal. I would like to ask: 1. What is the unit of the hearing test values mentioned above? 2. What a...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Dear Charles, 1. The unit should be decibels (dB). 2. The normal value is generally set at 25 dB or below. 3. Typical hearing values are based on the average decibel levels at 500, 1000, and 2000 Hz, so there may be slight variations in the averaged numbers; a difference of 5-10...[Read More] Understanding Hearing Test Results: Normal Ranges and Ear Differences
Understanding Adult Otitis Media with Effusion: Key Questions Answered
Adult otitis media with effusion Dr. Hsu: Hello! A while ago, my mother experienced repeated colds for about a month. During the later stages of her cold, she reported that she seemed to have some hearing impairment in one ear (we also noticed that we needed to speak louder than ...
Dr. Xu Yingzhuo Reply:
Hello, Little Black Pig: Middle ear effusion can be classified into acute and chronic types. Acute otitis media leading to middle ear effusion is caused by bacterial infection, with symptoms including ear pain and even discharge. Antibiotics can be effective in this case. Howev...[Read More] Understanding Adult Otitis Media with Effusion: Key Questions Answered