Infection, Otolaryngology FAQ - Page 25

Tonsillar abscess enlargement Hello, I would like to ask about the recurring white spots on my tonsils. I have visited a general ENT clinic three times and also consulted a physician at a large hospital, who prescribed antibiotics (Norfloxacin) for a week, but there hasn't b...

What is "subacute thyroiditis"? Hello Dr. Cheng: Last time, I asked about <a href="https://adoctor.tw/article/142318">#142318</a>, and later the doctor from National Taiwan University mentioned that it is "subacute thyroiditis." However, ...

Nasopharyngeal issues? I started to have a bit of a cold with a runny nose last week. I had yellow nasal discharge and sought medical attention, taking medication, which has significantly improved my symptoms over the past few days. However, occasionally when I blow my nose force...

Sore throat for nearly two months? Hello Doctor: I had oral sex with a male partner around November 1st of this year, which was my first experience. I had not engaged in any such activity before. A couple of days later, I started feeling uncomfortable, often experiencing a sensat...

Ear problems Recently, while washing my hair, I accidentally got water in my left ear and forgot to dry it immediately. After nearly a week, I started to feel some discomfort, so I went to see an otolaryngologist. However, since I had a cold at the time, the doctor determined tha...

Nasal endoscopy I have no history of smoking, drinking, or betel nut use. For over a week, I have had symptoms of a cold with runny nose and yellow nasal discharge, which have improved significantly. However, I still feel the urge to blow my nose or use tissues or cotton swabs to...

Benign tonsil issues Hello Dr. Cheng: One of the elderly family members has issues with inflamed and enlarged tonsils. A few days ago, they underwent a biopsy at National Taiwan University Hospital, and the results were benign. However, they frequently experience difficulty swall...

Peritonsillar abscess Hello Doctor: I had a peritonsillar abscess that did not improve after taking medication for three days at a small clinic. On December 1, I went to a large hospital where they incised and drained the abscess, and I have been on antibiotics for seven days. Th...

Sinusitis treatment issues? Hello, I have been suffering from sinusitis for over a month, almost two months. Initially, I didn't realize it was sinusitis and visited a small clinic twice, but there was no improvement. I then went to a larger hospital where the doctor diagnos...

Lump issues Hello: Recently, I noticed a small lump in my neck. Could it be related to a sore on my tongue? Should I continue to monitor it, and if it gets larger, seek medical attention? If it doesn't grow but doesn't go away, should I still get it checked? Additionall...

Elevated levels of nasopharyngeal carcinoma markers? Hello, thank you for your previous response. I have another question to ask you. I have been reading about others with similar situations, specifically those who have no symptoms and normal nasal endoscopy results, but their EB...

Nasal symptoms The symptoms of sneezing began on Sunday, and by Monday and Tuesday, there was a runny nose with yellow discharge from the left nostril. On Tuesday, I sought medical attention and took medication, which improved the symptoms somewhat. On Tuesday and Wednesday, my t...

Elevated EBV index in nasopharyngeal carcinoma? Hello, during my recent health check-up, my EBV (IgA) level was 17.31, with a reference value of (<6.0). The nasopharyngoscopy showed no abnormalities. I have not experienced any of the early symptoms such as neck lumps, blood-st...

Will swallowing a coin (coin) have an impact on the oral cavity? If a child accidentally swallows a coin, it can usually pass through the digestive system and be expelled through a bowel movement. However, there may be concerns regarding the oral cavity. The coin has been touched...

Unilateral high-frequency continuous and pulsatile tinnitus (two types of sounds)? Dear Doctor: I previously didn't realize that excessive ear cleaning might have caused some injury or fungal infection, and I have been experiencing persistent tinnitus in one ear for nearly a...

After three weeks of lymphadenopathy in the neck, a painful lump has appeared on the shoulder. Is there a connection? Hello, doctor. I am currently taking antibiotics because I have had lymphadenopathy in the left occipital region for three weeks without resolution. After a CT sc...

My ear feels strange? Hello, doctor. When I woke up today, I felt something strange in my ear. When I swallow, my right ear makes a popping sound, and I also experience some tinnitus in a quiet environment. What could be the issue? Oh, and I had a similar problem before, and afte...

After finishing a week of medication, the swelling returned after stopping the treatment? Hello, I am the patient who previously asked about <a href="https://adoctor.tw/article/140989">#140989</a>. After taking a week of antibiotics (amo/cla 125mg), steroids...

Is it a deep neck infection, lymphadenopathy, or mumps? Hello, doctor. Recently, I experienced tightness on the left side of my neck, which I initially thought was due to a stiff neck. However, after two or three days, my left neck became swollen, with the most painful area locat...

May I ask the doctor? Hello Doctor, about five or six years ago, I had tonsil stones and would often use my fingers to poke at my tonsils. I accidentally discovered that there seems to be a small hard spot in my left tonsil. At the end of last year, I remembered this and went to ...