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
Struggling with Snoring: Seeking ENT Solutions for Better Sleep
A long-standing issue... snoring? Hello, Dr. Yeh. I have been experiencing snoring for a long time, which has negatively affected my sleep quality and overall mental state. My nose is usually congested on one side, while the other side is blocked. I previously visited a doctor at...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Mr. Steven, please come to the outpatient clinic for an examination to clearly understand the cause and treatment options. If the issue is due to nasal congestion, a nasal laser surgery may be performed. If a uvulopalatopharyngoplasty is required, I recommend visiting Chang Gung ...[Read More] Struggling with Snoring: Seeking ENT Solutions for Better Sleep
Understanding Laser Surgery for Allergic Rhinitis: Effectiveness and Considerations
Could you please provide the content you would like me to translate? Hello Dr. Hu, I have allergic rhinitis with a history of about 2 years. I have had pets for 10 years. I don't usually experience nasal congestion, but I often have post-nasal drip and continuous sneezing. ...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Hello: In response to your question... Allergic rhinitis is currently managed symptomatically and cannot be completely cured. If long-term medication is inconvenient, you may consider laser surgery. Department of Health, Keelung Hospital, Hsu Chia-Chen.[Read More] Understanding Laser Surgery for Allergic Rhinitis: Effectiveness and Considerations
Understanding Severe Nasal Congestion: Treatment Options and Laser Surgery
Nasal congestion! Hello, Doctor: Recently, I have been experiencing severe nasal congestion, making it almost impossible for me to breathe, but I do not have a runny nose. After visiting the hospital today, the doctor mentioned that there is some thickening of tissue inside my no...
Dr. Cai Hongyan Reply:
1. If there is persistent nasal congestion, laser treatment can be performed, and it is covered by health insurance. 2. The laser procedure takes about 15 minutes to complete, and it is generally not painful. Our hospital also offers a new minimally invasive technique for inferio...[Read More] Understanding Severe Nasal Congestion: Treatment Options and Laser 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
Understanding Surgery Options for Deviated Septum and Chronic Nasal Congestion
Regarding surgery for a deviated septum? If I have a deviated septum and frequently experience nasal congestion, waking up every morning with sneezing and a runny nose, what kind of surgery should I consider? I have heard about laser treatments. If surgery is necessary, how many ...
Dr. Cai Hongyan Reply:
1. First, take medication and use a nasal spray; if ineffective, consider surgery. 2. Laser surgery will recover within 1-2 years, with the benefit of being quick and not requiring hospitalization. 3. For complete improvement, an inpatient surgery for septoplasty along with infer...[Read More] Understanding Surgery Options for Deviated Septum and Chronic Nasal Congestion
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
Understanding Nasal Congestion: Surgery for Turbinate Hypertrophy and Septal Deviation
Nasal congestion Hello~ I recently underwent laser surgery for nasal obstruction due to turbinate hypertrophy, but the doctor mentioned that I also have a deviated septum. How long does the surgery for septoplasty take? Will I need to be hospitalized? After the correction, will t...
Dr. Cai Zhenggu Reply:
Hello, Rong: 1. The surgery will take approximately one hour. 2. A hospital stay of four days is required. 3. If the inferior turbinate is not hypertrophied, nasal congestion will not recur.[Read More] Understanding Nasal Congestion: Surgery for Turbinate Hypertrophy and Septal Deviation
Understanding Laser Surgery for Snoring: Uvulopalatoplasty and Tonsil Removal
May I ask if your hospital uses laser cutting for uvulopalatopharyngoplasty and uvulopalatopharyngeal surgery? Could you please tell me what treatments your hospital offers for snoring? If it is caused by enlarged tonsils or an elongated uvula leading to a narrowed oropharynx, wo...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Hello: In response to your inquiry, based on your symptoms, a traditional uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP) should be performed. This is a conventional surgical procedure, not a laser surgery, and you will need to stay in the hospital for about a week postoperatively. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Laser Surgery for Snoring: Uvulopalatoplasty and Tonsil Removal
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 Laser Surgery Costs for Allergic Rhinitis Treatment
The price of laser treatments? Hello, Dr. Hsu. I am a patient with allergic rhinitis and I would like to undergo laser surgery to alleviate my discomfort. Although this procedure is covered by health insurance, I am concerned that private clinics and general hospitals may have di...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Hello: In response to your inquiry, our hospital currently offers laser surgery for the treatment of allergic rhinitis, and it is still covered by health insurance. You will only need to bear one-tenth of the total cost. For detailed information regarding the charges, we recommen...[Read More] Understanding Laser Surgery Costs for Allergic Rhinitis Treatment
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: Causes and Solutions for Computer Users
Nasal congestion Hello, doctor: I have a nasal condition, and every time I use the computer, my nasal congestion worsens. Is this normal?
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Hello, Mr. Hsiao. You experience nasal congestion while using the computer, but these two issues are not related. Your nasal condition can be treated with medication. If you wish to pursue more aggressive treatment, you may consider laser surgery. Please schedule an appointment f...[Read More] Understanding Nasal Congestion: Causes and Solutions for Computer Users
Understanding Nosebleeds and Coughing Blood: When to Seek Help
Hemoptysis, epistaxis, and blood-streaked nasal discharge? Doctor: Hello, after experiencing my first nosebleed last year, I have been having frequent nosebleeds without warning. I later consulted a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner who diagnosed me with nasal polyps and ...
Dr. Cai Zhenggu Reply:
Hello Yuly: There are many causes of coughing up blood. Both upper and lower respiratory tract conditions can lead to hemoptysis. Prolonged coughing can cause small blood vessel rupture or damage to the mucous membranes of the upper respiratory tract, resulting in coughing up blo...[Read More] Understanding Nosebleeds and Coughing Blood: When to Seek Help
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 Deviated Septum and Enlarged Turbinate: Treatment Options
Deviated septum with hypertrophy of the right inferior turbinate? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask a few questions. I am in my thirties and had a septoplasty three years ago at the ENT department of Tri-Service General Hospital due to a deviated septum. However, I still frequent...
Dr. Chen Junliang Reply:
Hello Mr. Hsu: Several otolaryngology specialists, such as Dr. Liu Chia-Ming from National Taiwan University, Dr. Chang Ke-Chang from Mackay Memorial Hospital, and Dr. Jiang Rong-Shan from Taichung Veterans General Hospital, have suggested that if necessary, further treatment for...[Read More] Understanding Deviated Septum and Enlarged Turbinate: Treatment Options
Understanding Laser Treatment Costs for Allergic Rhinitis Surgery
Regarding the surgical costs of laser treatment? Hello: I have seen many doctors responding to questions from individuals with allergic rhinitis in online Q&A sessions. Many of the replies mention that laser treatment surgery can improve the condition. I would like to inquire...
Dr. Chen Junliang Reply:
Joey: Allergic rhinitis can indeed be treated with laser surgery, which is quick, safe, and painless, and does not require hospitalization. Post-operative symptom improvement can be about eighty percent, making it a good option, with effects lasting approximately one to two years...[Read More] Understanding Laser Treatment Costs for Allergic Rhinitis Surgery
Understanding Allergic Rhinitis: Symptoms, Triggers, and Treatments
Allergic rhinitis Hello Dr. Chen, I would like to ask you about my nose, which often itches, and I frequently sneeze with clear nasal discharge. I also experience nasal congestion. Based on these symptoms, could this be allergic rhinitis? Should I pay attention to my diet? I of...
Dr. Chen Junliang Reply:
From your symptoms of frequent itching in the nose, frequent sneezing, clear nasal discharge, and nasal congestion, it indeed appears that you have allergic rhinitis. Allergic rhinitis is typically managed with antihistamines, supplemented by nasal sprays for effective treatment,...[Read More] Understanding Allergic Rhinitis: Symptoms, Triggers, and Treatments