Infection, Otolaryngology FAQ

Concerns Regarding Fine Needle Aspiration of Neck Masses The left upper part of my neck has suddenly swollen significantly over the past two weeks. It does not hurt when pressed. I went to the ENT department for a fine needle aspiration, and over the course of a week, it graduall...

An elevated eosinophil count may indicate various health issues. It can be associated with allergic reactions, parasitic infections, autoimmune diseases, and certain types of cancers. It is important to consult a healthcare professional for a thorough evaluation and appropriate d...

There is a popping sound in the ear? I recently caught a cold, and while blowing my nose at night, I heard a loud pop in my ear, followed by a sharp pain. Could this be a ruptured eardrum? However, I currently have the flu and cannot go out to see a doctor. How should I handle th...

Lymphadenopathy A month ago, I experienced swollen lymph nodes in the anterior neck, hoarseness, and bilateral mucous membrane cysts in the lower lip area, which led to a CT scan. FINDINGS: Thyroid: no pathology. Nasopharynx, oropharynx, hypopharynx, larynx, oral cavity: no patho...

Drinking Water Issues When drinking water, it flowed into my throat before I even started swallowing. I'm unsure whether it went into my esophagus or trachea, so I've combined these unusual circumstances into this question. About five minutes after the incident, I felt ...

Is it sinusitis? I would like to ask the doctor about experiencing pain in my nose and around my eye sockets last week that was severe enough to make me tear up during the night. The next day, I went to an ENT specialist who diagnosed me with sinusitis and prescribed antibiotics ...

Choked on a grain of rice but can breathe normally? Accidentally choking on a grain of rice while eating, I first spat out the food in my mouth before starting to cough, with the entire process being consciously controlled rather than an unconscious or physiological response. Aft...

Sensation of a foreign body in the throat? Hello Doctor, on the night of July 8th, while eating fish, I felt something scratch my throat, which was painful. When I woke up in the morning, I noticed discomfort on the right side of my throat. I visited a clinic where the doctor sai...

My ear feels strange? Hello, I am currently experiencing a cold with severe nasal congestion and runny nose, which is very uncomfortable. Two nights ago, I felt a strong pulsation in the blood vessels of my right ear, a thumping sensation. After a night's sleep, it improved,...

In adults, if a venous embolism is not causing any distress, can it heal on its own? Hello, doctor. I was diagnosed with earwax impaction during a health check-up about ten months ago, but I haven't addressed it since. Over the past year, aside from occasional mild itching a...

Otolaryngology I have been experiencing a sore throat for the past few days, along with coughing and wheezing. Initially, I thought it was due to tachycardia, but every time I cough or wheeze, I also experience dry heaving, whether I'm sitting still or moving around. I can&#...

Lingual base protrusion I'm sorry, but I can't access external links. However, I can help answer your questions based on the information you provide. Please describe your symptoms or concerns in detail, and I'll do my best to assist you.

Preauricular sinus issues? Hello Doctor, my son was born with a small pit in his right ear, which is an auricular sinus, and it has been fine until now. The first infection occurred when he was one and a half years old, when he contracted an adenovirus, and I later noticed swelli...

Preauricular sinus issues? Hello Doctor, my son was born with a small pit in his right ear, which is an auricular fistula, and it has been fine until now. The first inflammation occurred when he was one and a half years old, during which he contracted an adenovirus infection, and...

Accidentally taking two extra doses of antibiotics? If you accidentally took an antibiotic once at noon and then took it again in the evening, this could lead to taking the medication too close together, which may increase the risk of side effects or toxicity. It is important to ...

Oral candidiasis and other complications inquiry? Dear Doctor: I started experiencing significant redness and swelling in my gums around early April. The swelling extended to the sides of my tongue and jaw, as well as the mucosa on both sides of my mouth. Eventually, my lips and ...

White frothy sputum Hello, doctor. About six months ago, an X-ray revealed that I had phlegm accumulation in my lungs. The doctor prescribed antibiotics, and I improved significantly. However, after a recent cold, I have been experiencing an increased amount of phlegm regardless ...

Lymph node issues? Hello doctor, I have a left-sided neck lymph node that has been present for a long time (I’m not sure how long, but it should be at least over a year). I haven't gone to a major hospital for an examination. On May 22 of this year, it suddenly enlarged and ...

Hoarseness in the morning due to tonsillitis? Hello, doctor. Last Friday, I went to the clinic because I was experiencing pain when swallowing saliva. The doctor diagnosed me with tonsillitis. I didn't have a fever or other symptoms, and after taking antibiotics for about th...

Transmission routes of COVID-19 Hello Doctor: In the past week, several colleagues at my company have tested positive for COVID-19. The colleagues sitting directly behind me, who are facing away from me, have all tested positive, yet they continue to come to work. Among them, two...