Infection, Otolaryngology FAQ - Page 13

Lymphadenopathy Recently, I visited a doctor for treatment of otitis externa in my right ear. During the otitis externa, I noticed that the lymph nodes in my right neck were swollen, red, warm, and painful, although they were not tender to the touch. After taking medication, my o...

A strong jet of water from the showerhead accidentally entered the nasal cavity? Hello Doctor: Today, while using the showerhead (with a strong water stream), I accidentally sprayed water into my left nostril, possibly while inhaling. It caused an immediate sharp pain and a sensa...

Dry and itchy throat? Hello Doctor, my throat only feels itchy when it's dry, and I feel like there's mucus sticking to my throat. I want to cough, but when I do, my body reacts without any sensation in my throat. My throat feels a bit sore, and this condition has persi...

Postoperative headache after sinus surgery? Hello, two weeks after sinus surgery (including sinus surgery, septoplasty, and inferior turbinate reduction), I have not experienced any blood clots, but I have started to have a large amount of yellow nasal discharge. Is this a sign o...

Infection issues Using an unopened expired saline solution (with intact packaging) for nasal irrigation may pose a risk of bacterial or fungal infection. While the packaging may appear intact, the expiration date indicates that the product may no longer be sterile or effective. I...

Cervical lymph nodes Hello, doctor. About a month ago, I had a mouth ulcer and noticed a lymph node enlargement of approximately 2 centimeters in the lower jaw. I visited a nearby clinic, and the doctor said there was nothing to worry about. About two weeks later, the lymph node ...

The preauricular sinus has recurrent episodes despite multiple surgeries? The preauricular sinus was previously excised, but it recurred after six months. During the summer vacation, I underwent debridement at the hospital, but it recurred again during the winter vacation. I quic...

White protrusions on the tongue? Hello, I developed a white protrusion in the center of my tongue's surface over two years ago, approximately 1mm in size. Recently, the white protrusion has increased in height and doubled in size, and I have started to feel a slight foreign ...

Bleeding from the ear after digging with fingers? Hello, doctor. I noticed some itching in my ear while studying, and when I used my finger to dig in, I found what seemed to be earwax deeper inside. I tried to remove it, but I ended up with blood on my fingernail. What should I d...

Occasionally, there is a sensation of ear fullness in the right ear? The occurrence is infrequent, but upon waking up in the morning, there is a sensation of fullness in the right ear, which is accompanied by a feeling of blockage during inhalation, while exhalation restores norm...

Sore throat on one side? Two days ago, I noticed that my throat hurts when I swallow, but only on one side (the left side), and the pain radiates to my ear. I don't have any other symptoms, just occasional nasal congestion. Two months ago, I had a fungal infection in my ear,...

Lymphadenopathy I am 18 years old, and recently, after my gastroesophageal reflux improved, I noticed a round lump between my left jaw and neck. It has not disappeared after more than two weeks, although it has fluctuated in size, ranging within 1.5 centimeters. During these two ...

Oral transmission risk? Hello, doctor. My boyfriend was diagnosed with genital warts in March and underwent cryotherapy immediately. I went to the gynecologist and had no issues. I would like to ask, considering he has had cryotherapy and I have completed the second dose of the H...

Sinusitis with post-nasal drip Hello, Doctor. In April, I underwent an endoscopic examination for sinusitis, which revealed a staphylococcal infection through bacterial culture. I took Montelukast for two weeks and returned for a follow-up at the end of April. The doctor said I w...

Allergic symptoms Hello, yesterday I experienced an itchy throat and a sensation of needing to cough, with my temperature ranging between 37.3 and 37.7 degrees Celsius. I also felt a bit dizzy and lightheaded. Although I have no known exposure history, I am still concerned about ...

Persistent sore throat after a cold? Hello, Doctor. I have been experiencing a cold recently, and after taking over-the-counter medication, my cold-related symptoms (runny nose, nasal congestion, mild fever) have improved, but my sore throat has not. I have been taking the medica...

Itchy sensation on the right side of the tongue? I have a question. Since I was in my teens, the right side of my tongue has been itching for about a week every 3 to 12 months. Each time I look in the mirror, I can't see any abnormalities, and there are no lumps; it looks ju...

Oral mucosal desquamation and candidiasis? I have been experiencing oral candidiasis approximately every three to four months for the past two years. My mouth consistently has a white film that peels off, and there are white strands emerging from between my teeth. I have not unde...

A scratchy throat may lead to the urge to clear the throat? Hello, Doctor: I would like to ask a question. Two weeks ago, while working in the office, I may have been exposed to strong air conditioning, and I started to feel a chill in my back. Since that week, I have experienced...

Dry earwax with blood? Hello, Doctor. I usually have a habit of cleaning my ears with cotton swabs and my finger joints. Recently, I've been experiencing itchiness in my ears and an increase in earwax, cleaning them about twice a week. I have dry ears and just noticed two sm...