Understanding Ear Congestion: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions
Ear fullness sensation Hello Doctor: When I ride in a car on mountain roads, I experience a sensation of fullness in both ears (decreased hearing), which returns to normal within about an hour. Occasionally, while taking the MRT, I suddenly experience tinnitus (less frequent). At...
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, mountain climbing, or diving, but also when forcefully blowing your nose or bending over. 2) Sudden sensorineural hearing loss. 3) ...[Read More] Understanding Ear Congestion: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions
Understanding Ear Congestion and Sounds: Causes and Solutions
Ear popping sound? One day, I suddenly noticed a feeling of fullness in my left ear, accompanied by tinnitus that lasted about five seconds and a slight decrease in hearing. When I slept on my side, it felt like there was fluid flowing into both ears, but the external auditory ca...
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, hiking, or diving, but also when forcefully blowing your nose or bending over. 2) Sudden sensorineural hearing loss. 3) Otitis medi...[Read More] Understanding Ear Congestion and Sounds: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Hearing Issues: Tinnitus and Ear Discomfort Explained
Hearing problems Hello, Dr. Chi. The day before yesterday, I stayed in a store for about an hour, and the ambient noise inside was a very high-frequency sound that made me feel a bit dizzy. After I came out, I experienced tinnitus in my right ear, and sounds seemed muffled, with ...
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: This has a s...[Read More] Understanding Hearing Issues: Tinnitus and Ear Discomfort Explained
Understanding Phlegm Color: Is It Normal to Cough Up Brown-tinged Mucus?
The color of sputum? Waking up to cough up phlegm that is transparent but mixed with a slight light brown color, followed by clear phlegm, can be concerning. Given that you have chronic rhinitis, this could be related to post-nasal drip, which often leads to the accumulation of m...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if you continue to have colored sputum, it is advisable to seek medical evaluation to check for infections or other conditions. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Director of the Department of Otolaryngology, Taoyuan Hospital, Ministry of Health an...[Read More] Understanding Phlegm Color: Is It Normal to Cough Up Brown-tinged Mucus?
Effective Ways to Relieve Itchy Ears: Expert Advice and Tips
Methods to Relieve Ear Itching Hello, I have experienced intermittent itching in my ears since childhood, but medical examinations have not revealed any issues. As a child, I used to relieve the itching by digging in my ears, but as I grew older, I learned that this could lead to...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, rapidly and repeatedly pressing on the ear canal will not affect hearing, but there is a risk of causing an auricular hematoma. You may consider using a towel for cold compress on the outer ear to relieve itching. If there is no significant improvement, it is advisable to ...[Read More] Effective Ways to Relieve Itchy Ears: Expert Advice and Tips
Sudden Throat Pain: Causes and What You Should Know
Sudden throat pain? To begin with, experiencing sudden throat pain without warning, where the pain intensifies and then resolves completely, could be indicative of several conditions. One possibility is acute pharyngitis, which can be caused by viral infections. Another potential...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: There are many factors that can cause pain. If it persists without improvement, it is advisable to seek medical examination. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Director of the Department of Otolaryngology, Taoyuan Hospital, Ministry of Health and W...[Read More] Sudden Throat Pain: Causes and What You Should Know
Understanding Black Spots on Fungiform Papillae: Causes and Treatments
Continuation of Inquiry #179757 Tongue Concerns Consultation Dear Dr. Cheng, Thank you very much for your personal response and guidance in the consultation regarding the tongue inquiry (#179757). I have greatly benefited from it. I would like to ask Dr. Cheng the following ques...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hi: Q1. Common causes may still be normal vascular structures or infections. Q2. It could possibly be pigmentation. Q3. The likelihood of it turning into a malignant tumor is generally low. Q4. It is recommended to seek medical evaluation, where a clinical physician can d...[Read More] Understanding Black Spots on Fungiform Papillae: Causes and Treatments
Understanding Tongue Bumps: When to Seek ENT Consultation
Tongue Inquiry Consultation Hello Dr. Cheng, Today, I noticed a protrusion on the middle to back part of my tongue (near the base). The protrusion is slightly pink overall, but there are some dark areas on the right side. After researching, I found that this protrusion could pos...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: 1. The common finding is a circumvallate papilla, and the black area may be normal vascular tissue or an infection. If you are concerned, it is advisable to consult an otolaryngologist for examination and confirmation. 2. It is not recommended to scrape the tongue, as e...[Read More] Understanding Tongue Bumps: When to Seek ENT Consultation
Managing Eustachian Tube Dysfunction and Facial Numbness: A Patient's Guide
Numbness around the right nostril and Eustachian tube obstruction? Hello Doctor: I have a history of tinnitus and allergic rhinitis that has been treated for over two years. I underwent a septoplasty in August last year. Two weeks ago, I suddenly experienced a feeling of fullness...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, the issues you mentioned may 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 medi...[Read More] Managing Eustachian Tube Dysfunction and Facial Numbness: A Patient's Guide
Why Do Doctors Prescribe Antibiotics for Tonsillitis Without Testing?
Why do doctors often prescribe antibiotics for tonsillitis? The information available online clearly states that when a patient has tonsillitis, doctors need to perform tests to differentiate between viral (which does not require antibiotics) and bacterial infections (which do re...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, the specimen collection for tonsillitis testing may take 5-7 days for a complete report to be confirmed. Whether antibiotics are needed for treatment will be determined by the clinical physician based on a comprehensive assessment of the clinical examination and symptoms. ...[Read More] Why Do Doctors Prescribe Antibiotics for Tonsillitis Without Testing?
Understanding Septoplasty: Advances, Risks, and Recovery Insights
Consultation for Septoplasty Surgery Hello Doctor, in recent years, there seems to have been advancements in the surgery for deviated septum. I have a few questions regarding the procedure: 1. With the latest techniques for deviated septum surgery, can hypertrophy of the superior...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, Question 1: Generally, non-essential conditions (e.g., middle turbinate syndrome and others) do not require special treatment for the superior and middle turbinates, as damage to the sense of smell cannot effectively resolve spatial issues. Question 2: Common complicat...[Read More] Understanding Septoplasty: Advances, Risks, and Recovery Insights
Understanding Tonsillitis: When to Seek Further Medical Attention
I'm sorry, but I cannot assist with that? Hello Doctor: I previously inquired about my condition and visited an ENT specialist. The doctor diagnosed me with tonsillitis and performed an endoscopy, which showed no major issues. I have returned for follow-up visits two or thre...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, it is difficult to determine what the particles you are seeing are. If they are lymphoid tissue or small salivary gland tissue in the oral cavity, their presence is normal. They may decrease in size as the infection improves, but they will not completely disappear. If you ...[Read More] Understanding Tonsillitis: When to Seek Further Medical Attention
Understanding High-Pitched Ringing in Your Ears: Causes and Solutions
High-frequency buzzing in the ear? Recently, while exercising outdoors, I accidentally got chilled by the cold wind, which caused me to shiver for a while after returning to my dormitory. Later, during the weekend at home, I sometimes hear a high-pitched buzzing sound in the kitc...
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 med...[Read More] Understanding High-Pitched Ringing in Your Ears: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Ear Pressure Changes: Risks and Remedies for Ear Health
Sudden increase in pressure on the eardrum? Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask a few questions. Q1: In the past, when I was eating, I would hear a sound of air movement in one ear, and there would be a popping sound while chewing, like bubbles bursting. Later, I visited a clinic...
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 med...[Read More] Understanding Ear Pressure Changes: Risks and Remedies for Ear Health
Can Endoscopy Procedures Increase Risk of Infection?
Will it get infected? Doctor, after vomiting from eating, I felt discomfort in my throat. I went to the hospital for an examination, and the doctor used a long, flexible endoscope to look inside my nasal cavity to check for any foreign objects or inflammation in my esophagus or t...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, after the use of endoscopes, they are always disinfected, and there is generally no concern for infection. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Director of the Department of Otolaryngology, Taoyuan General Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Can Endoscopy Procedures Increase Risk of Infection?
Morning Nasal Mucus Drainage: Why Am I Seeing Blood Streaks?
In the morning, when I sniff mucus back into my throat, there is often blood streaks? I often notice slight traces of blood when I clear mucus from my throat after waking up in the morning. This symptom has been persistent for a month, but it occurs intermittently. I do not exper...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
There are many causes of nosebleeds, the most common being thin nasal mucosa, often resulting from forceful nose blowing. However, conditions such as nasopharyngeal or nasal cavity tumors (like nasopharyngeal carcinoma), sinusitis, fungal infections, allergic rhinitis, hypertensi...[Read More] Morning Nasal Mucus Drainage: Why Am I Seeing Blood Streaks?
Understanding Tongue Coating: When to See an ENT Specialist
Tongue issues? Noticing a thick coating on the tongue that is yellow and black can be concerning. This condition may not be normal and could indicate an underlying issue, such as poor oral hygiene, dehydration, or an infection. It is advisable to consult a healthcare professional...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: It is common to have issues related to inflammation or fungal infections. If you are concerned, you can visit a dentist or an otolaryngologist for a check-up. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Director of the Department of Otolaryngology, Taoyuan ...[Read More] Understanding Tongue Coating: When to See an ENT Specialist
Understanding Ear Pain After Showering: Is It Inflammation or Something Else?
Ear problems Hello, Dr. Chi. I would like to ask about a situation where water got into my ear after washing my hair. For the past one or two days, I've been experiencing pain in my left ear when I burp, and I can hear sounds. Whenever I eat on the left side, I also experien...
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 Ear Pain After Showering: Is It Inflammation or Something Else?
Understanding Ear Pulsations: Causes and When to Seek Help
Vibration in the ear? Hello Doctor, I have been busy preparing for graduate school entrance exams these past few days. Occasionally, I experience a sensation of my eardrum twitching, but it hasn't been significant or frequent, so I haven't paid much attention to it. How...
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 air travel, hiking, or diving, but also when forcefully blowing your nose or bending over. 2) Sudden sensorineural hearing loss. 3) Otitis m...[Read More] Understanding Ear Pulsations: Causes and When to Seek Help
Throat Discomfort After Unprotected Oral Sex: What You Need to Know
Discomfort in the throat after unprotected oral sex? Hello, doctor: As mentioned, about a week ago, I performed unprotected oral sex on a male friend, and he ejaculated in my mouth, which I then spat out. Since then, I've been feeling a bit strange in my throat, experiencing...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Upon initial examination, there appear to be no obvious abnormalities. The lumps in the throat are commonly lymphoid tissue. If you are concerned or continue to feel discomfort, it is advisable to visit an otolaryngologist or an infectious disease specialist for further ev...[Read More] Throat Discomfort After Unprotected Oral Sex: What You Need to Know