Understanding Allergic Rhinitis: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Surgery Options
Regarding allergic rhinitis and nasal issues? Hello, Dr. Yeh. I am a college student suffering from allergic rhinitis, which causes me significant discomfort, especially during seasonal changes. I often experience nasal congestion, sneezing, and a runny nose. I have noticed that ...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Dear Sir, our hospital offers allergen testing, which is covered by health insurance. Regarding surgery for turbinate hypertrophy, it can be performed at any time, is covered by health insurance, and carries no risk. Attached is an article for your reference. ------------------...[Read More] Understanding Allergic Rhinitis: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Surgery Options
Understanding Chronic Dry Cough: Causes and Diagnosis in ENT Care
Throat issues Hello, Dr. Yeh. I have been experiencing a persistent dry cough for a month. It fluctuates between being better and worse, and at times, I cough so hard that I feel like I might vomit. Other times, it feels normal. I am still a student, so my environment hasn't...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Miss Hsiao-Yu, here is the translated content for your reference. Department of Otolaryngology, Hsinchu Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare Dr. Da-Wei Yeh "Doctor, I feel like there's something stuck in my throat. It's been like this for several months, an...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Dry Cough: Causes and Diagnosis in ENT Care
Understanding Sinusitis: Symptoms, Treatments, and When to Consider Surgery
Sinusitis Hello Doctor: I have a history of nasal allergies, and this year I've started experiencing thick, purulent nasal discharge and severe post-nasal drip. I visited a doctor who diagnosed me with acute rhinitis, hypertrophic sinusitis, and hypertrophic rhinitis. Howeve...
Dr. Cai Hongyan Reply:
Headache, purulent nasal discharge, and post-nasal drip can all be symptoms of sinusitis. It is advisable to visit a hospital for an examination. Currently, sinusitis surgery is performed using endoscopy, which does not involve any external incisions.[Read More] Understanding Sinusitis: Symptoms, Treatments, and When to Consider Surgery
Understanding Chronic Hypertrophic Rhinitis: Treatment Options and Questions to Ask Your Doctor
Chronic hypertrophic rhinitis Hello Doctor: I often experience nasal congestion, but I haven't paid much attention to it. At the end of February this year, I suddenly developed a high fever for unknown reasons and went to the emergency room twice in one day. The doctor order...
Dr. Cai Hongyan Reply:
1. It is recommended that you undergo laser surgery to improve your nasal congestion, which is covered by health insurance. 2. There are generally three types of surgical procedures: electrocautery, radiofrequency ablation, and minimally invasive reduction of the inferior turbina...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Hypertrophic Rhinitis: Treatment Options and Questions to Ask Your Doctor
Persistent Throat Discomfort: Seeking Solutions for Foreign Body Sensation
Foreign body sensation in the throat? About five years ago, while eating, I accidentally swallowed a small piece of squid without chewing it properly because I was eating too quickly. Unfortunately, the transparent cartilage inside the squid got stuck in my throat and esophagus. ...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Mr. The sensation of a foreign body has not disappeared, which may be due to psychological factors. You can visit either Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital or Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital. Here is an article for your reference. Dr. Yeh Da-Wei from the Hsinchu Hospi...[Read More] Persistent Throat Discomfort: Seeking Solutions for Foreign Body Sensation
Exploring Wireless Radio Wave Therapy in ENT: Hospitals and Benefits
New Therapy - Radio Waves Could you please tell me which hospital has introduced new therapy using radiofrequency equipment? What conditions can be treated with radiofrequency medical devices?
Dr. Cai Hongyan Reply:
1. The patient has chronic hypertrophic rhinitis and snoring.[Read More] Exploring Wireless Radio Wave Therapy in ENT: Hospitals and Benefits
Understanding Throat Issues: Managing Symptoms from Medications
Throat issues Hello, Dr. Yeh. I am currently taking medications from the urology department, specifically (1) Detrusitol 2mg, (2) Tofranil 25mg, and (3) Elmiron 100mg. I am aware that one of the side effects of (2) is dry mouth, but I often experience hoarseness and a noticeable ...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Ms. Elma, the sensation of a foreign body may be due to individual physiological issues. There are no specific medications to treat this condition. Here is an article for your reference from the Hsinchu Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare, authored by Dr. Yeh Da-Wei. ...[Read More] Understanding Throat Issues: Managing Symptoms from Medications
Effective Treatments for Chronic Sinusitis: Exploring Options Beyond Surgery
What other methods are available to treat chronic sinusitis? Hello Doctor, thank you for your response. I have also researched some information, and it is indeed true that sinusitis is not related to psychosomatic disorders. For patients with chronic illnesses who endure pain dai...
Dr. Cai Hongyan Reply:
1. No. 2. Only applicable for hypertrophic rhinitis with chronic nasal congestion. 3. You can go to a medical center and have another CT scan to determine if there are any issues.[Read More] Effective Treatments for Chronic Sinusitis: Exploring Options Beyond Surgery
Understanding Chronic Hypertrophic Rhinitis: Laser Treatment Insights
Chronic hypertrophic rhinitis Hello Doctor, a few days ago in Taichung, I was diagnosed with inferior turbinate hypertrophy by an outpatient physician, and it was confirmed through X-ray. Currently, I am undergoing medication treatment, but I have heard that if the medication is ...
Dr. Cai Zhenggu Reply:
Hello, Mr. Hero: The laser procedure takes approximately 3-5 minutes and may result in a small amount of bleeding. The recurrence depends on individual constitution and typically occurs within 3-6 months. If the results after the laser treatment are still unsatisfactory, surgical...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Hypertrophic Rhinitis: Laser Treatment Insights
Feeling of a Lump in Throat: Causes and When to Seek Further Help
Frequent sensation of a foreign body sensation in the throat? Hello: I often feel like there is a foreign body stuck in my throat when swallowing saliva, but I do not feel any pain. This has been going on for some time. After an examination, the doctor said there were no abnormal...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Mr. Xiang, regarding your question, I provide this article for your reference. Dr. Yeh Da-Wei from the Hsinchu Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare states, "Doctor, I feel like something is stuck in my throat. This has been going on for several months, and I'v...[Read More] Feeling of a Lump in Throat: Causes and When to Seek Further Help
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 Chronic Nasal Congestion: What You Need to Know
The doctor said my nose looks strange? I went to see an ENT specialist because I've been suffering from nasal congestion since childhood. The doctor said I have chronic nasal turbinate hypertrophy. What does this mean, and what should I do about it? (The doctor explained, bu...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Xiao Wei, since I cannot see your nose, I cannot make a definitive diagnosis. However, based on your description, it seems to be chronic nasal turbinate hypertrophy. Here is an article for your reference: In the otolaryngology clinic, symptoms such as cough, headache, dizziness...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Nasal Congestion: What You Need to Know
Understanding Your ENT Symptoms: When to Seek a Second Opinion
Can you help me with a preliminary diagnosis? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing frequent headaches and ear pain lately, along with continuous postnasal drip. Sometimes I can even taste a strange flavor. Additionally, I have pain at the back of my neck, specifically behind my...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Tony: Your issue is likely due to a deviated septum, which can also cause headaches. However, please come to the clinic for a detailed endoscopic examination to gain a clearer understanding of your condition. Attached is an article for your reference titled "The 'Cure-A...[Read More] Understanding Your ENT Symptoms: When to Seek a Second Opinion
Understanding Nasal Congestion: Treatment Options and Insurance Coverage
Nasal congestion I have had nasal congestion since childhood, and recently I need to use nasal spray to breathe. Is there a way to treat the root cause? Will health insurance cover the costs?
Dr. Chen Junliang Reply:
Some nasal spray medications are covered by health insurance, but they do not address the root causes of nasal congestion, which can include issues such as a deviated septum and hypertrophic rhinitis. Most of these conditions can be treated effectively with surgery and appropriat...[Read More] Understanding Nasal Congestion: Treatment Options and Insurance Coverage
Understanding Anosmia: Causes, Treatments, and Surgical Options
Please provide me with the content you would like translated? Hello Doctor: Last time you mentioned that having no sense of smell should be impossible unless it is due to a congenital deformity. However, I truly feel like I have never smelled anything. You mentioned that surgery ...
Dr. Hu Kexin Reply:
Dear Miss Hsiao-Mei, This is the second time I am responding to your inquiry. If you are truly concerned, I recommend that you visit our Otolaryngology (ENT) department for a thorough examination, after which all your issues should be resolved. Based on what you have described, ...[Read More] Understanding Anosmia: Causes, Treatments, and Surgical Options
Understanding Anosmia: Causes, Effects, and Treatment Options
The troubles of having no sense of smell? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask if there are people who are born without the sense of smell, and why that is? Before my surgery, I had severe nasal congestion and sinusitis, but after the surgery, these symptoms have improved. However, ...
Dr. Hu Kexin Reply:
Hello! Aside from congenital deformities, very few people are born without the sense of smell. Generally, the causes of anosmia can be categorized into three main reasons: 1. Nasal passage obstruction, such as chronic sinusitis, hypertrophic rhinitis, or a deviated septum, which ...[Read More] Understanding Anosmia: Causes, Effects, and Treatment Options
Concerns About Nasal Issues: Seeking Expert Advice on Symptoms
Could you please provide more details or specify your question? Around 1999, I experienced severe chronic nasal congestion that even affected my sleep. After an examination, the doctor diagnosed me with inferior turbinate hypertrophy and allergic rhinitis, and I underwent laser s...
Dr. Cai Zhenggu Reply:
Hello, sister: Based on your description, you may be suffering from hypertrophic rhinitis and allergic rhinitis. I recommend that you visit my clinic for a detailed examination so that I can provide you with a definitive answer.[Read More] Concerns About Nasal Issues: Seeking Expert Advice on Symptoms
Understanding Bitter Taste, Dry Mouth, and Throat Phlegm Issues
Bitter taste on the tongue, lack of flavor, dry mouth, and phlegm in the throat? Bad breath, dry mouth, and ineffective relief despite increased water intake.
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
In the ENT outpatient clinic at Hsinchu Hospital, the condition that takes up the most time and involves the most patients is what is referred to as "globus sensation." Many patients claim that they have heard from friends and family that Dr. Yeh from the ENT department...[Read More] Understanding Bitter Taste, Dry Mouth, and Throat Phlegm Issues
Post-Surgery Complications: Addressing Olfactory Loss After ENT Surgery
Postoperative sequelae? Hello Doctor: Since I underwent surgery for hypertrophic rhinitis at the Kaohsiung Armed Forces General Hospital over a year ago, I have gradually experienced a return of nasal congestion, and my sense of smell has diminished significantly. As I work in ai...
Dr. Chen Junliang Reply:
Mr. Rock: After surgery for hypertrophic rhinitis, most patients are quite satisfied with the results, as the procedure involves the removal of the hypertrophied nasal mucosa within the nasal cavity. However, you mentioned that you are gradually experiencing nasal congestion and ...[Read More] Post-Surgery Complications: Addressing Olfactory Loss After ENT Surgery
Understanding Your Child's Nightly Nasal Congestion: When to Seek Help
The child has nasal congestion every night while sleeping? Hello Dr. Chen, My 2-year-old son has nasal congestion every night while sleeping. Upon careful observation, I noticed he is breathing through his mouth, but he does not have a cold. Should I take him to see a doctor spe...
Dr. Chen Duliang Reply:
Hello Claire: Chronic hypertrophic rhinitis, sinusitis, nasal allergies, and deviated septum are common causes of nasal congestion. Please visit our ENT outpatient clinic for a detailed examination and treatment. Wishing you health and happiness. Sincerely, Dr. Chen Du-Liang.[Read More] Understanding Your Child's Nightly Nasal Congestion: When to Seek Help