Difficulty Swallowing Saliva with Tinnitus and Voice Issues: What to Do?
Difficulty swallowing saliva accompanied by tinnitus and voice problems? Hello Doctor, I often experience occasional difficulty swallowing saliva without having a cold or any discomfort in my throat or nose. During these episodes, I also experience symptoms similar to tinnitus, w...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: If the symptoms persist without improvement, it is recommended to first consult an otolaryngologist and a gastroenterologist for examination. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Director of the Department of Otolaryngology, Taoyuan Hospital, Ministr...[Read More] Difficulty Swallowing Saliva with Tinnitus and Voice Issues: What to Do?
Understanding Cholesteatoma Surgery: Risks, Recovery, and Hearing Outcomes
Cholesteatoma surgery Hello Doctor, a few years ago my brother was diagnosed with a cholesteatoma at the hospital. The doctor mentioned that surgery would be needed to remove the cholesteatoma through an incision behind the ear, followed by reconstruction. He is afraid of losing ...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Whether hearing will be affected after surgery and whether it is appropriate to perform hearing reconstruction simultaneously depends on the clinical judgment based on the condition at the time of surgery. Generally, it is recommended that cholesteatoma should still be sur...[Read More] Understanding Cholesteatoma Surgery: Risks, Recovery, and Hearing Outcomes
Persistent Throat Tightness After Choking: Causes and Solutions
After choking, forcefully swallowing can lead to a persistent sensation of a foreign body in the throat? Hello Doctor: Earlier this year, I choked on peanuts and experienced severe coughing. While I was still coughing, I swallowed again, and since then, I have had a persistent ti...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, the symptoms still resemble chronic pharyngitis caused by gastroesophageal reflux. It is recommended to continue medication treatment and make lifestyle adjustments. Improvement in chronic pharyngitis typically requires more than three months. If there is no significant im...[Read More] Persistent Throat Tightness After Choking: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Neck Lymph Node Issues: Seeking Effective ENT Care
Cervical lymphatic issues Hello Dr. Cheng, two years ago, the right side of my neck suddenly swelled up. I consulted an ENT specialist who said that this type of sudden enlargement of a movable lymph node is not a cause for concern. After taking medication for about a month, the ...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: If the lymph nodes do not show significant enlargement or are not easily palpable, it is generally a benign indication. If you have concerns, you may seek a second opinion at another clinic or hospital, or return for a follow-up appointment in three months for regular moni...[Read More] Understanding Neck Lymph Node Issues: Seeking Effective ENT Care
Understanding High EB Antibody Levels and Diplopia: What You Need to Know
High EB antibody index? Dear Dr. Zheng, I have been experiencing double vision for the past three weeks. At its worst, the angle of separation between the images from my two eyes was over thirty degrees. It has since improved, but I can only look straight ahead. I had a blood te...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if both the MRI and endoscopy show no abnormalities, nasopharyngeal cancer can be preliminarily ruled out. For the issue of diplopia, it is recommended to continue follow-up treatment with ophthalmology and neurology. Wishing you peace and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-...[Read More] Understanding High EB Antibody Levels and Diplopia: What You Need to Know
Managing Ear Pain After Sinus Pressure: Tips for Relief Before Your Appointment
Ear congestion with water buildup can cause pain when pinching the nose and blowing air? Hello Doctor, for the past two weeks, my ear has been inflamed due to an infection. During my follow-up appointment this week, the doctor mentioned that I have fluid in my right ear. He perfo...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to stop the action of pinching your nose and blowing air, and to continue managing the symptoms of allergic rhinitis. If discomfort persists, it is advisable to visit a clinic for examination. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Di...[Read More] Managing Ear Pain After Sinus Pressure: Tips for Relief Before Your Appointment
Understanding Nasal Peeling and Itching After CO2 Laser Surgery
Peeling and itching of the nose? Hello, I currently have allergic rhinitis. I previously underwent carbon dioxide laser surgery at an otolaryngology clinic. After the first procedure, I initially didn't feel any changes, but later I noticed a reduction in my allergy symptoms...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, 1. The issue of peeling and itching of the nose is likely unrelated to the surgery. 2. It is primarily associated with allergic rhinitis or skin allergies. 3. If symptoms persist, it is recommended to take oral antihistamines or use nasal sprays to alleviate allergy sy...[Read More] Understanding Nasal Peeling and Itching After CO2 Laser Surgery
Understanding Popping Sounds in the Ear: Possible Causes and Concerns
When speaking, there is a popping sound coming from my left ear? Recently, I've been hearing a popping sound in my left ear when I speak, and the frequency has increased. I've also noticed a small round lump (about 0.5 cm and movable) located near the hairline in front ...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello Flora, The issues you mentioned could possibly be attributed 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) Auditory nerve degenera...[Read More] Understanding Popping Sounds in the Ear: Possible Causes and Concerns
Can Medication Effectively Treat Nasal Septum Deviation?
Can a deviated septum be treated with medication? Hello, doctor. Recently, I noticed that I don't have any cold symptoms, but I experience nasal congestion that shifts depending on my position, although it's not completely blocked. Is there a way to treat this with medi...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, Xiao Wu. The issue you raised may be related to allergic rhinitis. Here are some relevant points: The primary triggers are individual predisposition and environmental allergens. If one parent has allergic rhinitis, the likelihood of their child developing it is four times ...[Read More] Can Medication Effectively Treat Nasal Septum Deviation?
Unexplained Burning Smell: Understanding Nasal Symptoms and ENT Issues
Smelling a non-existent burning odor? Hello Doctor, in the past, whenever I caught a cold, I would experience a continuous runny nose, and after a while, I would smell a moderate burning odor (the doctor diagnosed it as acute rhinitis). Each time I swim, after water enters my nos...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if there is no improvement, it is recommended to seek further examination from the Department of Otolaryngology and Neurology. Wishing you peace and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Director of the Department of Otolaryngology, Taoyuan Hospital, Ministry of Health and ...[Read More] Unexplained Burning Smell: Understanding Nasal Symptoms and ENT Issues
Understanding Dizziness: Meniere's Disease and Calcium Channel Blockers
Dizziness issues I have been experiencing tinnitus for over a year, and a hearing test revealed severe hearing loss in my left ear. In the past six months, I have frequently experienced dizziness, which can be severe enough to feel like the world is spinning, accompanied by nause...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, Ah-Hsien. Dizziness can have numerous potential causes: 1) If accompanied by a dull pain in the left posterior part of the head, it may suggest poor blood circulation in the head and neck. 2) If there are symptoms of ear fullness, ear pressure, or hearing loss, it may indi...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness: Meniere's Disease and Calcium Channel Blockers
Understanding Horizontal Canal BPPV: Symptoms, Treatment, and Pregnancy Concerns
Dislodgement of otoliths in the horizontal semicircular canal? Hello, one night I was suddenly awakened and experienced severe dizziness whenever I turned my head side to side while lying flat. I also felt cold sweats and nausea. After an examination, an ENT specialist diagnosed ...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello Ms. Fan, Dizziness can have numerous potential causes: 1) If accompanied by a dull pain in the left posterior part of the head, it may suggest poor blood circulation in the head and neck. 2) If there is also ear fullness, pressure, or hearing loss, it may indicate sudde...[Read More] Understanding Horizontal Canal BPPV: Symptoms, Treatment, and Pregnancy Concerns
Understanding Persistent Dizziness: When to See an ENT Specialist
Heavy head and light feet? I have been experiencing a sensation of heaviness in my head and lightness in my legs for a month now! Especially when I look up or down, it feels like the floor is floating. Previously, I sometimes felt a pressure in my ears and a heaviness in my head!...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello Rex, dizziness has numerous potential causes: 1) If there is a dull pain in the left posterior part of the head, it may suggest poor blood circulation in the head and neck. 2) If accompanied by ear fullness, ear pressure, or hearing loss, it may indicate sudden sensorineura...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Dizziness: When to See an ENT Specialist
Post-Surgery Headaches After Septoplasty: Causes and Solutions
Post-operative headache after septoplasty? Hello doctor, my boyfriend recently underwent surgery for a deviated septum, and it has been 2 weeks since the procedure. He has had his stitches removed and has been returning for weekly nasal cleaning. Currently, his nose is not very p...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Generally, postoperative headaches are related to scabs, blood clots, or infections in the nasal cavity. However, by two weeks post-surgery, most wounds should have healed. If headaches persist, it is advisable to return to the original surgeon for an evaluation to determi...[Read More] Post-Surgery Headaches After Septoplasty: Causes and Solutions
Understanding the Sensation of a Foreign Body in the Throat
Feeling of a foreign body in the throat? Hello Doctor, I've been experiencing discomfort in my nose for the past month, accompanied by discomfort in my ears and head. I have visited clinics and hospitals, and I underwent a nasal endoscopy at the hospital. The doctors all sai...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
If symptoms do not improve, it is recommended to return to the otolaryngology clinic for a follow-up. A nasal endoscopy can visualize one side of the larynx near the oral cavity, but for the sensation of a foreign body below the Adam's apple, a consultation with a gastroente...[Read More] Understanding the Sensation of a Foreign Body in the Throat
Understanding Dizziness from Sleep Apnea: Causes and Solutions
Dizziness caused by sleep apnea? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing dizziness for over a year since February of last year. Initially, I thought it was due to a cold, but after more than a month, I realized something was wrong and went to see a doctor. At first, the doctor be...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
Dizziness can have many other causes such as inner ear imbalance, vascular constriction, or heart problems. It is recommended to consult an otolaryngologist, neurologist, and cardiologist to rule out other causes of dizziness before proceeding with treatment. Wishing you good hea...[Read More] Understanding Dizziness from Sleep Apnea: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Eustachian Tube Dysfunction: Symptoms and Solutions
Eustachian tube obstruction Last July, I experienced Eustachian tube blockage and visited a clinic. The doctor couldn't identify any issues and suggested it might be related to the Eustachian tube, prescribing some medication that didn't help. However, the symptoms disa...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Currently, there are no effective pharmacological treatments for Eustachian tube dysfunction. Since the opening of the Eustachian tube is located behind the nose, medications are often used to reduce nasal secretions, which can indirectly improve Eustachian tube function. ...[Read More] Understanding Eustachian Tube Dysfunction: Symptoms and Solutions
Understanding Nasopharyngeal Cancer: Symptoms, Concerns, and Next Steps
Nasopharyngeal cancer-related issues? Hello, Doctor. I will be turning 25 this year and have some questions I would like to ask you. Recently, I have seen numerous reports and heard from friends that there is a trend of increasing cases of nasopharyngeal carcinoma among younger p...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Nasopharyngeal carcinoma, in addition to genetic factors, results from multiple other factors. If you are concerned about nasopharyngeal carcinoma, you can visit a hospital for a detailed examination of the nasopharynx by a physician. Whether a mirror or a nasopharyngoscop...[Read More] Understanding Nasopharyngeal Cancer: Symptoms, Concerns, and Next Steps
Persistent Sneezing and Blood Taste in Nose: When to Seek ENT Help?
There is a metallic smell in the nose? In the past couple of months, I haven't had a cold, but I've been experiencing persistent sneezing, runny nose, and headaches. There is a sensation of a metallic taste in my nasal passages, but I haven't had any nosebleeds. Sh...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if there is no improvement, it is recommended to seek medical attention immediately for an examination. 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] Persistent Sneezing and Blood Taste in Nose: When to Seek ENT Help?
Post-Nasal Surgery: Understanding Yellow-Green Mucus and Sinus Issues
After nasal surgery, there may be some yellow-green nasal discharge? In the past two to three years, every time I catch a cold, I experience nasal congestion, facial swelling, post-nasal drip, and thick, dark nasal mucus (located in the nasopharynx). Each episode lasts about one ...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if there is no improvement, it is recommended to return to the original surgeon for further examination. As for the lymph nodes in the face, they may not necessarily be directly related to the nose. Wishing you peace and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Director of the...[Read More] Post-Nasal Surgery: Understanding Yellow-Green Mucus and Sinus Issues