Nose, Otolaryngology FAQ - Page 61

About the nose? Hello, last November and December, I experienced nosebleeds almost once or twice a week. However, over the past two months, I suddenly noticed a significant increase in nasal mucus, sometimes to the point of causing nasal congestion. By January, the frequency of n...

Can persistent Eustachian tube dysfunction lead to tinnitus? Hello, Doctor. I have been experiencing unilateral tinnitus in my left ear for over six months, characterized by a high-frequency E sound. In early August 2015, I had a wound in the external auditory canal of my left ea...

Cold with nosebleed? Hello, doctor! I have been experiencing a severe cold for the past five days, and I've been coughing continuously. For the last three days, I've suddenly been having frequent nosebleeds, sometimes twice a day, and I haven't touched my nose. Is ...

Is the Eustachian tube blocked? Or is mucus running into the middle ear? In the morning, I had a runny nose, and my right nostril was blocked. As a result, when I forcefully blew my nose, it felt like something was stuck in my right ear. Can it be determined whether my Eustachian...

Please consult a doctor? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing hoarseness and a low voice for a long time. I visited the ENT department at Changhua Hospital, where I was diagnosed with vocal cord nodules. Although I have been prescribed medication, I still feel that my voice is...

Suspected symptoms of nasopharyngeal carcinoma? Hello Doctor: Recently, when I wake up in the morning and blow my nose, there is a bit of blood in the mucus, but not much, and the mucus is clear. Last week, I experienced some fluid accumulation in my middle ear, but it resolved i...

Difficulty breathing? I have been experiencing nasal congestion lately and have seen a doctor who diagnosed me with nasal allergies. However, even after taking medication, I still find it difficult to breathe. I don't have any nasal discharge, but my nose feels blocked, and ...

There is a buzzing sound in the ear whenever I swallow? Once, I blew my nose too hard, and since then, I've had a crackling sound every time I swallow saliva. It's been 4 years. What should I do?

Regarding the issue of noise, pain, and a feeling of fullness in the ear? Hello, about a week ago, I experienced unexplained swelling and pain in my left ear along with tinnitus. I visited a clinic, and the doctor said it was caused by nasal inflammation and prescribed medication...

Noise in the ear, tinnitus, pain, and a feeling of fullness? Hello, about 7 days ago, I started experiencing pain in my left ear along with tinnitus. After visiting a clinic, I was told it was due to nasal inflammation. Two days later, I began to hear a buzzing sound in my right ...

Allergic rhinitis 1. I would like to ask why the medications and treatment methods prescribed by the nearby small clinic were completely ineffective in controlling my nasal congestion and runny nose, and I had to go to a more distant regional hospital to manage my symptoms. Is th...

Nasal issues with blood-tinged phlegm? Hello Doctor, my condition started in mid-December when I noticed blood-streaked mucus in my first morning phlegm. I visited a clinic where the doctor initially prescribed antibiotics and allergy medications for my nose. After finishing the ...

Frequent nosebleeds? Hello doctor, I often experience nosebleeds. Sometimes they occur when I pick my nose, but they can also happen without any provocation. Additionally, I sometimes get nosebleeds in the morning when I get up too quickly.

Abnormality of the right tonsil (no abnormality on the left side)? Recently, the doctor diagnosed an abnormality in the right tonsil, and after a biopsy, they recommended removal. However, the left tonsil appears normal. Is there a need to remove it as well?

Unexplained sensation of breathlessness? Hello, Doctor: I often experience nasal congestion, with very little nasal discharge or sneezing. Recently, I sought medical attention after being awakened from sleep due to a feeling of breathlessness. I visited a teaching hospital and un...

Post-nasal drip Hello doctor, in February, I had a cold and experienced a runny nose, sometimes with blood clots or streaks of blood. I visited a clinic, and they said it might be due to broken capillaries, so they prescribed me an ointment. Now, in the mornings, I have a lot of ...

Ear pain may be accompanied by a sound similar to a crackling or popping noise? Hello Doctor, I started experiencing ear problems around June or July of last year while learning to fly in the United States. Initially, I had pain in my right ear, and the doctor diagnosed it as oti...

Upper respiratory tract infection I have been experiencing recurrent colds since the Lunar New Year. Every time I visit the doctor, new symptoms appear shortly after. For example, last time I had a scratchy throat, and the next day I developed a high fever. This time, I feel a so...

I would like to inquire about oral infections related to HPV? Dear Dr. Cheng, About a month ago, I performed oral sex on a friend. Although his genitalia appeared normal, I later read various articles and discovered that even without visible abnormalities, there is still a risk ...

Picking your nose can lead to nasal redness and swelling? Hello, doctor. I've been frequently picking my nose and eating fried foods lately. Could this cause redness and swelling in my nose? Will the redness and swelling resolve on its own?