Understanding High-Frequency Tinnitus: Causes and Solutions
High-frequency tinnitus? I have been experiencing high-frequency sounds in my right ear recently. What could be the issue?
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
It is recommended to visit a hospital for a hearing test to check for possible hearing loss or Eustachian tube dysfunction. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding High-Frequency Tinnitus: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Ear Congestion: Causes, Tests, and Relief Options
Ear fullness sensation Hello Doctor, I started experiencing a feeling of fullness in my right ear at the end of last year. I went to the hospital for an examination, and the doctor said to monitor it. However, it felt more blocked, so I went to a clinic. The doctor prescribed me ...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
Eustachian tube obstruction or inner ear lymphatic issues can be diagnosed through hearing tests, and auditory brainstem response (ABR) tests or imaging studies can be performed to check for conditions such as acoustic neuroma. These potential diagnoses need to be established bef...[Read More] Understanding Ear Congestion: Causes, Tests, and Relief Options
Can You Be Re-Hospitalized for Sudden Hearing Loss Treatment?
Can a patient be hospitalized again after 10 days of treatment for sudden hearing loss? Sudden sensorineural hearing loss occurred about 10 days ago. Steroid treatment was started on the third day and continued for 5 days, with one day off medication. Before treatment, the left e...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
A week is the golden treatment period. If the patient is relatively young, aggressive treatment should still be considered, such as intratympanic injections, similar to getting a shot. Some slight bleeding is normal, so it's important to rest well! Wishing you safety and hea...[Read More] Can You Be Re-Hospitalized for Sudden Hearing Loss Treatment?
Understanding Persistent Throat Pain After Tonsillectomy: Causes and Solutions
Throat issues Hello Doctor, I have been suffering from chronic inflammation of the left tonsil and underwent a bilateral tonsillectomy on April 1st. It has been over a month and a half since the surgery, but I still experience pain in the area where the left tonsil used to be. Ad...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, 1. Currently, there are no significant abnormal findings in the photographs. 2. There are many factors that can cause a sensation of a foreign body in the throat, including postoperative effects, post-nasal drip, gastroesophageal reflux, or sensitivity to air pollution....[Read More] Understanding Persistent Throat Pain After Tonsillectomy: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Concerns, and Treatment Options
Tinnitus issues Hello, doctor. I would like to correct my previous message. On a certain day in February, I suddenly experienced severe pain in my left ear. The next day, I sought medical attention and was diagnosed with temporomandibular joint inflammation. After taking medicati...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: There are many factors that can cause tinnitus. If hearing tests and neurological functions show no significant abnormalities, it is often more related to stress symptoms such as anxiety and insomnia. It is advisable to start by improving sleep and reducing anxiety, or usi...[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Concerns, and Treatment Options
Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Concerns, and Treatment Options
Tinnitus issues? Hello Doctor, On a certain day in February, I suddenly experienced severe pain in my left ear. The next day, I visited a doctor who diagnosed me with temporomandibular joint inflammation. After taking medication, the pain subsided, but since that day, I have ha...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: There are many factors that can cause tinnitus. If hearing tests and neurological functions show no significant abnormalities, it is often associated with stress symptoms such as anxiety and insomnia. It is advisable to start by improving sleep and reducing anxiety, or usi...[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Concerns, and Treatment Options
Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Sudden tinnitus, with no history of ear injury, accompanied by a persistent buzzing sound? Hello Doctor, I am currently abroad and feel quite helpless, so I hope you can provide some advice. Thank you. On April 7th, I started experiencing tinnitus in my left ear. I initially th...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
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: The primar...[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
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
Understanding Irregular Pulsations in the Right Ear: Causes and Solutions
There is an irregular pulsating sensation in the right ear? Hello, Doctor. Here’s the situation: I have a noticeable pulsating sensation in my right ear, as if some structure is beating. I’ve researched online and found that this is different from tinnitus, as it’s not a sound of...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Currently, the cause cannot be determined. If you continue to experience a sensation of pulsation in your ear, it is recommended that you visit an otolaryngology department at a medical center for further examination, or consult a neurologist to check if the muscle twitchi...[Read More] Understanding Irregular Pulsations in the Right Ear: Causes and Solutions
Coping with Tinnitus: When Doctors Say There's No Cure
Tinnitus is disturbing my sleep, but the doctor said there is no medication to treat it and advised me to adapt to the tinnitus? Hello, I have been experiencing pulsatile tinnitus and previously consulted Dr. Yeh at the National Taiwan University Hospital Hsinchu Branch. I underw...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Common tinnitus examinations have been completed, and if no significant abnormalities are found, the best current advice is indeed to coexist peacefully with the tinnitus. However, if symptoms continue to change, you may consult other hospitals or return to the original ho...[Read More] Coping with Tinnitus: When Doctors Say There's No Cure
Concussion and Hearing Loss: Understanding Neurological Damage After an Accident
Concussion, hearing impairment, nerve damage? Six months ago, I was riding my motorcycle when a car ran a red light and collided with me, causing me to be thrown upwards and hit the car's hood. I rolled several dozen meters and experienced a concussion, tinnitus, headache, d...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if you are hospitalized for surgery, it is recommended to consult with the ENT specialist at the hospital for an evaluation. They can arrange for a hearing test or related examinations to confirm if there are any hearing-related issues. Wishing you safety and good health. ...[Read More] Concussion and Hearing Loss: Understanding Neurological Damage After an Accident
Understanding Eustachian Tube Dysfunction: Causes and Solutions
Eustachian tube issues (blockage and echo sensation) Hello Doctor, I started experiencing a feeling of fullness in my right ear about the beginning of last month, along with echoing while speaking and hearing sounds. My left ear feels similarly blocked but without echo. Both ears...
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 Eustachian Tube Dysfunction: Causes and Solutions
Long-Term Eustachian Tube Dysfunction: Impact on Hearing and Symptoms
Will a eustachian tube obstruction that has persisted for several years affect hearing? Several years ago, I went to the hospital for a hearing test, and the doctor diagnosed me with Eustachian tube dysfunction. After taking the prescribed medication, there was no improvement. Th...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
It is recommended to visit an otolaryngology clinic to measure ear pressure and hearing. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Long-Term Eustachian Tube Dysfunction: Impact on Hearing and Symptoms
Understanding Unilateral Tinnitus: Causes, Risks, and Next Steps
Unilateral tinnitus Hello, doctor. I am the person who previously experienced discomfort in my ear due to accidentally activating the speakerphone during a call. I have undergone hearing tests (tympanometry and audiometry), and the results show that my left ear has a hearing leve...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: According to the current hearing test results, both ears are within the normal range, and there is no evidence of permanent damage. As for the occasional tinnitus experienced in quiet environments, if the hearing test is normal, the tinnitus may be related to factors such ...[Read More] Understanding Unilateral Tinnitus: Causes, Risks, and Next Steps
Understanding Noise-Induced Hearing Damage and Its Long-Term Effects
Noise-induced hearing loss Hello Dr. Cheng, on December 4th, while talking on the phone with my left ear, my face accidentally activated the speakerphone at maximum volume, resulting in noise-induced damage. After some time (and taking oral steroids), the feeling of ear fullness ...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, due to symptoms of ear fullness, hearing loss, and associated dizziness, in addition to noise exposure, it may be related to inner ear edema or Meniere's disease. If there is no improvement, it is recommended to return to the hospital for a detailed hearing examinatio...[Read More] Understanding Noise-Induced Hearing Damage and Its Long-Term Effects
Understanding One-Sided Ear Noise After Exposure to Loud Environments
Loud unilateral ear noise in a specific location? Hello Doctor: Since last year and into this year, whenever I go to a loud place (like KTV), I experience a noise in one ear that sounds like static from a television. The noise only disappears when I press on my ear firmly, but it...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if there is no obvious hearing loss or persistent tinnitus, it may be a normal physiological response. The noise you hear when exposed to loud sounds could be due to the reflexive contraction of the middle ear muscles. You can monitor the situation yourself and avoid prolo...[Read More] Understanding One-Sided Ear Noise After Exposure to Loud Environments
Understanding Unilateral High-Frequency Tinnitus: Causes and Tests
Is there any recommended testing for unilateral high-frequency tinnitus? Hello Doctor: About six months ago, after catching a cold, I developed right ear otitis media (ear fullness, pain, and hearing loss) along with chronic sinusitis symptoms. Initially, the doctor only prescrib...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, 1. Tinnitus may be related to poor Eustachian tube function, but the recovery time for Eustachian tube function can vary, ranging from several days to several weeks. 2. The occurrence of tinnitus due to ibuprofen is very rare, and it is not associated with long-term use...[Read More] Understanding Unilateral High-Frequency Tinnitus: Causes and Tests
Understanding Ear Vibrations: Causes and Treatments for Unusual Sounds
The sound that the ear hears causes vibrations in the ear canal? Hello Dr. Zheng, last Friday night while I was sleeping, I accidentally hit my head with my hand, and since then I've been hearing a "buzzing" sound in my ears, similar to a mosquito. The symptoms wor...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, hearing a loud sound that produces a sensation similar to ear vibrations may be a normal physiological protective mechanism. This occurs due to the contraction of the stapedius muscle in the middle ear, which helps prevent excessive sound levels from entering the inner ear...[Read More] Understanding Ear Vibrations: Causes and Treatments for Unusual Sounds
Living with Tinnitus: My 10-Year Journey After Ear Infections
I have been experiencing tinnitus for over ten years? Hello, I had an episode of acute otitis media in elementary school, and I first visited a clinic for treatment. Later, I was referred to the ENT department at a hospital, where they confirmed that the otitis media had resolved...
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) Sequelae of sudden sensorineural hearing loss o...[Read More] Living with Tinnitus: My 10-Year Journey After Ear Infections
Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Tinnitus issues Hello Doctor, around August 2nd to 3rd, I experienced a rhythmic thumping sound in my right ear. The first noticeable occurrence was when I stood up from a seated position, lasting for about 5 seconds without interruption. Initially, I didn't think much of it...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Based on the current examination results, the tinnitus may be related to high-frequency hearing loss or Eustachian tube dysfunction. If there are concerns about other contributing factors, it is recommended to continue follow-up visits with an otolaryngologist for further ...[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options