Nose, Otolaryngology FAQ

Understanding Ear Congestion and Popping Sounds: Causes and Treatments

Ear fullness with a popping sound? One day in October, after taking a shower, I noticed my ears felt clogged. The next day, I went to a clinic for an examination. The doctor looked into my ears and nose and said it was due to Eustachian tube dysfunction. They prescribed medicatio...

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) ...

Understanding Wind Sounds in the Ear: Possible Causes and Solutions

There is a ringing or buzzing sound in the ear? Hello Doctor: Recently, when I touch my left ear or speak loudly, I hear a wind-like sound. What could be the possible causes of this?

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...

Understanding Tinnitus: Causes and Solutions for Ear Issues

Hearing issues Hello, doctor: Recently, I've been feeling a cool sensation on the top of my head, and I've also been experiencing a buzzing sound in my ears. What could be the cause of this?

Pain and Popping Sound in Right Ear When Yawning: Causes and Concerns

When yawning, there is a painful sound in the right ear that resembles the noise of digging for earwax? Hello Doctor: Last night after washing my face, I suddenly started experiencing a painful sensation in my right ear accompanied by a popping sound whenever I yawn. I haven'...

Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, the issue 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...

Can Eustachian Tube Dysfunction Cause Dizziness and Ear Noises?

Dizziness due to Eustachian tube obstruction? Could long-term obstruction of the Eustachian tube cause dizziness? Currently, I hear a thumping sound in my ear when I hear loud or sharp noises, and occasionally when I swallow. My nose is clear, but I have a persistent feeling of t...

Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: There are many causes of dizziness, and issues related to the Eustachian tube are one of them. If the dizziness persists without improvement, it is advisable to continue follow-up visits or consult a neurologist or cardiologist for further evaluations related to dizziness....

Understanding Eustachian Tube Dysfunction: Symptoms and Treatment Options

Eustachian tube obstruction I have been experiencing dizziness for five months due to sinusitis and have consulted many ENT specialists. Recently, I have been hearing a popping sound in my ears, and the doctor diagnosed me with Eustachian tube dysfunction. What are the possible w...

Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if the symptoms persist without improvement, it is recommended to return for an evaluation to determine if a tympanostomy tube is necessary. Additionally, if there are allergy symptoms affecting the nose, it is advised to manage those symptoms as well. Wishing you safety a...

Understanding Nasal Symptoms: Chronic Sinusitis or Nasopharyngeal Cancer?

Nasopharyngeal carcinoma, chronic sinusitis? Hello Dr. Chi, I am currently working abroad, and it's not very convenient for me to see a doctor. I have been experiencing post-nasal drip symptoms for a while. A few months ago, I had acute sinusitis and was treated with antibio...

Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, there are many causes of nosebleeds, the most common being thin nasal mucosa, which can occur from forceful nose blowing. However, conditions such as nasopharyngeal or nasal cavity tumors (like nasopharyngeal carcinoma), sinusitis, fungal infections, allergic rhinitis, hyp...

Managing Nasal Mucosal Bleeding: Causes and Solutions

Nasal mucosal bleeding? In the past week or two, I've noticed that the nasal mucosa tends to bleed slightly, especially when I blow my nose. Using tissue to wipe it seems to exacerbate the issue. I visited an ear, nose, and throat specialist who performed a nasal endoscopy. ...

Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, there are many causes of nosebleeds, the most common being thin nasal mucosa, which can result from forceful nose blowing. However, conditions such as nasopharyngeal or nasal cavity tumors (like nasopharyngeal carcinoma), sinusitis, fungal infections, allergic rhinitis, hy...

Understanding Thyroglossal Duct Cysts: Surgery, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Thyroglossal duct cyst Last month, I went to see a doctor and was diagnosed with a thyroglossal duct cyst. The doctor prescribed medication, and it gradually decreased in size. There was no mention of surgery, and I just finished a week of antibiotics (on December 5). However, I ...

Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: If there is no obvious pain, recurrent infections, or impact on appearance, a thyroglossal duct cyst, which is mostly a benign tumor, can be monitored with self-observation. However, without surgical treatment, it is unlikely to completely disappear. If it frequently enlar...

Understanding Lymph Nodes: When to Worry About Swelling

Hello, doctor? About two months ago, I discovered two lumps on the side of my neck (near the lymph nodes on the right side) that I can feel when I touch it. They are not painful and can move slightly. I later visited a military hospital and saw an ENT specialist. After examining ...

Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: If there are no obvious abnormalities found during the physician's examination, it is common to have benign lymph nodes. There are many lymph nodes normally present in the neck. It is not recommended to continuously massage them. If you are concerned, you may arrange ...

Understanding Air Sensation in the Ear After Inner Ear Injection

After the intratympanic injection, I have been feeling a sensation of air? Hello Doctor, I have been diagnosed with sudden sensorineural hearing loss in my left ear. I underwent intratympanic injection on the same day, and my hearing has since recovered. However, it has been two ...

Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: The middle ear is normally filled with air. If you do not feel any ear fullness or discomfort, it is generally advisable to self-monitor. You can also equalize pressure by swallowing saliva. It is not recommended to repeatedly pinch your nose and blow, as this may force se...

Understanding Pain in the Left Neck Lymph Nodes: Causes and Treatments

Pain in the left lower cervical lymph nodes? Hello Doctor, I experienced a tearing pain in my neck lymph nodes a couple of days ago. Initially, it was just pain in the lymph nodes, but it gradually spread to my ear canal, causing difficulty in breathing and severe pain while swal...

Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, 1. If there is improvement after taking antibiotics, the general discomfort from inflammation will gradually subside. 2. If there is improvement after using antibiotics, it is mostly a benign change, and observation is generally sufficient without the need for surgical ...

Understanding Salivary Gland Swelling: Mumps or Stones?

Issues related to mumps? Hello Doctor: On Monday, my parotid gland suddenly swelled up, and I have not experienced any symptoms of fever, fatigue, or loss of appetite since then. I later visited a clinic where the doctor diagnosed me with parotitis and prescribed antibiotics (I h...

Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, 1. Saliva secretion increases during meals. If the ducts are obstructed or inflamed, it may cause swelling of the parotid gland, which can then gradually reduce as saliva flows out. 2. Parotid gland stones can indeed cause similar symptoms. If the symptoms persist witho...

Could It Be Nasopharyngeal Cancer? Understanding Symptoms and Concerns

Could it be nasopharyngeal carcinoma? I have experienced multiple episodes of nosebleeds and noticed a lump under my left ear. Initially, I thought it was due to lack of sleep, so I went to bed earlier for a few days, which seemed to help a bit. However, after staying up late aga...

Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, frequent nosebleeds are often related to the rupture of microvessels in the nasal septum. If an endoscopic examination has already been performed and there are abnormalities in the nasopharynx, it is generally recommended to conduct a nasopharyngeal biopsy. If nosebleeds c...

Understanding Chronic Tonsillitis: Concerns and Treatment Options

Tonsil and oral cavity issues? Hello Dr. Lee, I am the mother who brought her child in. Since my last visit for a check-up, I have been feeling discomfort in either my tonsils or throat. Today, I went to the clinic to see an ENT specialist, who diagnosed me with chronic tonsillit...

Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
Recommendation for advanced imaging studies. Thank you.

Chronic Nasal Drip: Seeking Solutions for Persistent Symptoms

Post-nasal drip for many years? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing post-nasal drip since childhood, for over ten years now. I previously underwent surgery for turbinate hypertrophy and a deviated septum. However, I still have a constant runny nose every day, which severely a...

Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, nasal drip may be related to nasal allergies. It is recommended to use oral antihistamines or add a nasal corticosteroid spray for treatment, which generally works well. Nasal corticosteroid sprays are quite safe for long-term use and do not have systemic side effects. As ...

Understanding Nasopharyngeal Cancer Symptoms and Ear Issues

Questions about nasopharyngeal cancer symptoms? Hello Doctor: After a severe cold at the end of September, I experienced a sharp pain in my eardrum when forcefully blowing my nose. Since then, I have had a feeling of fullness in my right ear, and I hear a popping sound when I ope...

Persistent Foreign Body Sensation in Right Tonsil: Causes and Solutions

Foreign body sensation in the right tonsil? Hello doctor, three months ago after eating spicy hot pot, I started experiencing a sensation of something stuck or prickly near my right tonsil and the base of my tongue. The next day, I woke up with severe pain in my left tonsil that ...

Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: If no abnormalities have been found upon examination, it is commonly diagnosed as chronic tonsillitis. It is recommended to start by improving your lifestyle habits, such as drinking plenty of water and avoiding smoking. If you experience gastroesophageal reflux, you shoul...

Is It Safe to Continue Nasal Irrigation After Salt Mishap?

I forgot to shake the salt evenly before rinsing my nose? Before rinsing my nose, I forgot to shake the salt evenly, which caused the salt at the bottom to rush directly into my nose. At that moment, I experienced severe pain in my nose and face. Later, I continued to rinse with ...

Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: The presence of blood streaks may be related to injury of the nasal mucosa. If there is no significant persistent bleeding or pain, you may continue to perform nasal irrigation. Most injuries will gradually improve within a week. However, if discomfort persists or does not...

Can You Hike with Ear Pain and Tinnitus? Expert Advice on Ear Health

Abnormal ear sensations during hiccups and issues related to going out? Hello, Doctor. At the end of September, I experienced pain in my right ear for about 1 to 2 days after forcefully blowing my nose. Since the pain improved, I did not seek medical attention. However, around Oc...

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