How to Retrieve Your ENT Medical Records for Hearing Tests
Case Inquiry Hello Director Jian: A few years ago, I had my hearing test checked by you. I would like to retrieve that medical record to review it. However, I forgot the date... How can I inquire about it?
Dr. Jian Huangqi Reply:
You can register at the hospital and retrieve your medical records to view your hearing test report. Thank you![Read More] How to Retrieve Your ENT Medical Records for Hearing Tests
How to Address Ear Bleeding and Blockage After Cotton Swab Use?
excuse me? Previously, when I was cleaning my ears with a cotton swab, I accidentally inserted it too deeply, which caused bleeding in my ear and resulted in a faint sound. Now, there is some yellow discharge that is blocking my ear. Is there a way to resolve this?
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Stephen Zhou, please come to the clinic for an examination, including a hearing test. My clinic hours are Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday mornings.[Read More] How to Address Ear Bleeding and Blockage After Cotton Swab Use?
Understanding Eustachian Tube Dysfunction and Tinnitus: What You Need to Know
Eustachian tube dysfunction (tinnitus) Hello, Doctor. About two months ago, I experienced internal ear pain, but I didn't pay much attention to it. After a few days, the pain subsided. However, a month ago, I started experiencing high-frequency tinnitus in my right ear, alon...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Hello: In response to your question... Eustachian tube dysfunction can be a persistent issue for patients and is prone to recurrence. It is recommended to seek long-term follow-up with a specialist. Keelung Hospital, Department of Health, Executive Yuan, Hsu Chia-Chen.[Read More] Understanding Eustachian Tube Dysfunction and Tinnitus: What You Need to Know
Understanding Tinnitus: Insights from an ENT Specialist
Please ask again? Hello Dr. Yeh: Since I live in Kaohsiung, after consulting you online last time, I went to a large hospital in the city for an examination. The report showed that my hearing is normal and my ear pressure is also normal. I have a history of migraines (which usual...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Miss Huihui, most cases of pulsatile tinnitus are benign. Only a very small number may be caused by arteriovenous malformations in the brain, which can be detected through a CT scan or MRI. Attached is an article for your reference. ---------------------------------------------...[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus: Insights from an ENT Specialist
Understanding Tinnitus: Insights on Symptoms and Relief Strategies
Tinnitus Hello Dr. Hsu, I have never experienced tinnitus before, but since a migraine started two weeks ago, I have been hearing a humming sound in my left ear while sleeping at night (the headache usually begins at the occipital region and is mostly on the left side). During t...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Hello: In response to your question... It is quite common for changes in body posture to cause variations in internal pressure balance. Given your issue, it is advisable to further investigate the vestibular inner ear system. Please seek further assistance at a major hospital. De...[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus: Insights on Symptoms and Relief Strategies
Understanding Tinnitus: Causes and Solutions for Nighttime Symptoms
Tinnitus? Dear Dr. Yeh, I have never experienced tinnitus before and have no related medical history, but I have been feeling discomfort for the past week. I remember that I took pain medication due to a migraine, and during a restless night, I suddenly became aware of a roaring...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Dear Miss Huihui, please come to the clinic for a detailed examination to determine the underlying issue. My clinic hours are Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday mornings. Here is a reference document for you. ┌─── ■ Yeh Da-Wei ENT Clinic Medical Education ■ ─── 2000/03/2...[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus: Causes and Solutions for Nighttime Symptoms
Understanding Tinnitus and Hearing Loss: Insights from a Recent Case
Tinnitus and hearing loss I am 38 years old and about two weeks ago, I clearly noticed persistent tinnitus in my right ear along with a decrease in hearing. Therefore, I went to the outpatient clinic at Zhongxiao Hospital for a hearing test. The results showed right ear A (10 dB)...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Hello: In response to your questions... 1. Hearing loss generally consists of two components: one may be the inability to hear (which you do not have), and the other is poor sound discrimination, which is usually more difficult to diagnose and can lead to uncertainty for the pati...[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus and Hearing Loss: Insights from a Recent Case
Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Diagnosis, and When to Seek Further Testing
Tinnitus Hello Dr. Hsu, I have no prior history of ear diseases, but I have been experiencing tinnitus in my left ear for the past two months. About a month ago, I had tinnitus approximately once every two weeks, but in the last month, it has occurred almost daily, although not ...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Hello: In response to your question... please consult an otolaryngologist specializing in neurotology for further evaluation and treatment... Keelung Hospital, Department of Health, Executive Yuan, Hsu Chia-Chen.[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Diagnosis, and When to Seek Further Testing
Understanding White Spots on Tonsils: Causes and Treatments
White spots on the tonsils? Hello doctor, I have been experiencing high-pitched tinnitus in both ears for the past two months. After undergoing a hearing test, the results were normal. However, the clinic doctor noticed a white spot on my tonsils and prescribed a course of antibi...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Mr. K, 1. Regarding the issue of tinnitus, I have provided an article for your reference. 2. As for the tonsils, if there is no pain, it may be due to the natural secretions of the tonsils, which is a normal phenomenon. 3. For the issue of nasal congestion, I have also provid...[Read More] Understanding White Spots on Tonsils: Causes and Treatments
Can I Apply for a Disability Certificate with Hearing Loss in One Ear?
Application for Disability Handbook Doctor, I have a question! One of my ears has a hearing loss of over 55 decibels, while the other ear is normal. Can I apply for a disability certificate? Is it true that as long as I have difficulty communicating normally, I can apply for it? ...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Mr. Hong, please come to our hospital for a hearing test to determine the extent of your hearing loss. Please schedule your appointment in the ENT clinic on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday morning.[Read More] Can I Apply for a Disability Certificate with Hearing Loss in One Ear?
Understanding Tinnitus and Dizziness: Causes and Treatment Options
Tinnitus and dizziness? Hello, I would like to ask about some symptoms I've been experiencing over the past few days. I've been having tinnitus and dizziness. Yesterday, I visited the ENT department at National Taiwan University Hospital, where I underwent a hearing tes...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, there are many different manifestations of inner ear diseases, and Meniere's disease is just one of many conditions. If you are experiencing persistent tinnitus, it is advisable to undergo further examination, as some symptoms of tinnitus...[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus and Dizziness: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Recurrent Ear Fluid: Causes and Treatment Options
Recurrent fluid accumulation in the inner ear? Hello Dr. Tsai, For several months, I have been receiving treatment at various hospitals in Taichung for fluid accumulation (bubbles) in both ears, which has been difficult to resolve and is quite distressing. 1. Sometimes I have ...
Dr. Cai Hongyan Reply:
If there is bilateral middle ear effusion and continuous antibiotic treatment is ineffective, it is recommended to perform a tympanostomy tube insertion. Since your nasopharyngeal biopsy is okay, it is likely not nasopharyngeal carcinoma, so I think you can proceed with the tube ...[Read More] Understanding Recurrent Ear Fluid: Causes and Treatment Options
Why Does My Nose Suddenly Drip Excessively During Exercise?
Why does the nose suddenly produce a large amount of watery discharge? Hello, ENT specialist. I would like to ask you a question: Why does my nose suddenly produce a large amount of watery discharge? The situation is as follows: Last night, while I was attending an aerobic class,...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Hello: In response to your inquiry, based on your chief complaint, you should visit an outpatient clinic for further physical examination and hearing tests. In Tainan, you can go to Chi Mei Medical Center or Cheng Kung University Hospital for your examination.[Read More] Why Does My Nose Suddenly Drip Excessively During Exercise?
Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Treatments, and Concerns for Patients
Tinnitus Hello Dr. Hsu, I have been experiencing tinnitus for nearly two months, and I would like to describe my symptoms as follows: 1. This has never occurred before. 2. It only occurs in my left ear, with no dizziness or discharge as complications. 3. The symptom is a high-pit...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, the main symptom of Eustachian tube dysfunction is a sensation of ear fullness, occasionally accompanied by tinnitus. If there is a mass in the nasopharynx, it is recommended to undergo a nasopharyngeal biopsy to rule out the possibility of na...[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Treatments, and Concerns for Patients
Understanding Post-Sinus Surgery Nasal Congestion and Dizziness
Sinusitis & Dizziness I previously underwent sinus surgery at your hospital, but it seems that my nasal congestion issue still persists. Every time I catch a cold, the first symptom I experience is nasal congestion, and recently, it has been accompanied by nosebleeds whenever...
Dr. Cai Zhenggu Reply:
Hello Chen: Sinus surgery is intended to address the issue of yellow nasal discharge, but it does not resolve nasal congestion. You may have other nasal conditions contributing to your congestion, so I recommend that you come to my clinic for an examination. After I assess your c...[Read More] Understanding Post-Sinus Surgery Nasal Congestion and Dizziness
Understanding Hearing Loss: Treatment Options and Recovery Strategies
Hearing problems My boyfriend has had hearing issues since high school; he is completely deaf in his left ear and has hearing loss in his right ear. He has seen a doctor and undergone examinations. What can be done to help restore his hearing? Should he start with an outpatient v...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, it is necessary to review the audiogram. If it is sensorineural hearing loss, the only option may be to use a hearing aid. If it is conductive hearing loss, surgery might resolve some of the issues. Therefore, I recommend that you visit a near...[Read More] Understanding Hearing Loss: Treatment Options and Recovery Strategies
Is My Dizziness Due to Positional Vertigo? Understanding Ear Symptoms
Are my symptoms indicative of positional vertigo? Hello Dr. Tsai, My name is Keith, and I am from Canada, currently studying electrical engineering at university. Since last summer, I have been experiencing intermittent mild dizziness, which varies in intensity. The dizziness I...
Dr. Cai Zhenggu Reply:
Hello Keith, based on your description, you are indeed experiencing positional vertigo. This is a symptom caused by otoliths floating in the lymphatic fluid and coming into contact with the posterior semicircular canal. Adjusting your head position and taking oral medication can ...[Read More] Is My Dizziness Due to Positional Vertigo? Understanding Ear Symptoms
Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Tinnitus Hello Dr. Yeh, I have a question that has been bothering me for a long time, and I would like to ask for your advice. My ears often have a "buzzing" sound, usually in the left ear, but sometimes in both ears. I have hepatitis B and I sleep on my side, and I w...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Xiao Xun, your tinnitus issue is not significantly related to hepatitis B or sleeping on your side. Here is the information for your reference: ----------------------------------------------------------- 【"Local Surrounding the Central" – Correct Concepts for Treating ...[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Tinnitus and Nasal Issues: Seeking ENT Guidance
Please ask your question? Hello, doctor. I have a few questions I would like to ask. 1. I started experiencing tinnitus a while ago, but I'm not sure what triggered it. It has been continuous since then. I visited a major hospital where a physician examined me and conducte...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Mr. Wenzi, 1. A detailed examination is necessary to determine the cause. For your reference, "Local Surrounding the Central" – The Correct Concept of Treating Tinnitus. Mr. Chang Junhong from the Democratic Progressive Party wrote a small book years ago titled "...[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus and Nasal Issues: Seeking ENT Guidance
Understanding Dizziness and Tinnitus: Causes and Treatment Options
Dizziness and tinnitus? In the past two to three years, I have been experiencing dizziness and tinnitus, occasionally accompanied by mild headaches. The symptoms are as follows: 1. I often feel lightheaded, and even slight movements can make me feel dizzy. My legs feel weak, an...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Dear Xiao He, Although you have described your issue clearly, I still hope you can come to my clinic for a detailed examination. The clinic hours are Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday mornings. I have attached an article titled "A Casual Talk on Dizziness" for y...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness and Tinnitus: Causes and Treatment Options