Understanding Nasal Issues: Causes and Solutions for Common Problems
Nasal issues? Hello Dr. Tsai, Recently, I experienced a nosebleed while clearing my nose, and a few days later, I noticed a strange smell coming from my right nostril. When I carefully used a cotton swab, I ended up with another nosebleed (I've been having frequent noseblee...
Dr. Cai Hongyan Reply:
Nosebleeds are often anterior and usually not serious. Post-nasal drip occurs in everyone, averaging around 700cc; however, if it seems excessive, it may indicate allergies or an inflammatory response, in which case a visit to an otolaryngologist is recommended. Dark circles unde...[Read More] Understanding Nasal Issues: Causes and Solutions for Common Problems
Understanding Post-Sinus Surgery Nasal Congestion and Dizziness
Sinusitis & Dizziness I previously underwent sinus surgery at your hospital, but it seems that my nasal congestion issue still persists. Every time I catch a cold, the first symptom I experience is nasal congestion, and recently, it has been accompanied by nosebleeds whenever...
Dr. Cai Zhenggu Reply:
Hello Chen: Sinus surgery is intended to address the issue of yellow nasal discharge, but it does not resolve nasal congestion. You may have other nasal conditions contributing to your congestion, so I recommend that you come to my clinic for an examination. After I assess your c...[Read More] Understanding Post-Sinus Surgery Nasal Congestion and Dizziness
Understanding Nasopharyngeal Cancer: Symptoms, Treatment, and Causes
Could you please clarify your question, doctor? What are the symptoms of nasopharyngeal carcinoma? How is it treated? Can it be completely cured? I have heard that there are several symptoms of nasopharyngeal carcinoma, and I have some of them. I have a hard lump below the back o...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, the main symptoms of nasopharyngeal carcinoma typically include swollen lymph nodes in the neck, unexplained nosebleeds, and symptoms such as ear fullness or tinnitus. These symptoms are often associated with a relevant family medical history....[Read More] Understanding Nasopharyngeal Cancer: Symptoms, Treatment, and Causes
Understanding the Connection Between Sinusitis and Psychosomatic Disorders
Sinusitis and psychosomatic disorders? Hello, doctor! One of my friends has been suffering from sinusitis for three years. He has tried many treatments, including both traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine, and has undergone surgery twice—once for the frontal sinus an...
Dr. Cai Hongyan Reply:
(1) There should be no correlation between sinusitis and psychosomatic disorders. (2) If the condition persists, it is recommended to perform a follow-up with a computed tomography (CT) scan.[Read More] Understanding the Connection Between Sinusitis and Psychosomatic Disorders
Managing Severe Allergic Rhinitis: Tips for High School Students
Allergic rhinitis Hello Doctor, I am a high school student. I have had allergic rhinitis since I was very young, and it is quite severe. My mother also has it, so it seems to be hereditary. I have seen countless doctors, both traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine. The...
Dr. Jian Huangqi Reply:
Hello Yuan Yuan: Your description is insufficient to make a diagnosis. Please seek assistance from an otolaryngologist nearby.[Read More] Managing Severe Allergic Rhinitis: Tips for High School Students
Understanding Blood Clots in the Nose: Causes and Solutions
I have blood in my nose? I have a blood clot in my right nostril that feels like a booger. Whenever I try to pick at it, it starts to bleed, and after a while, it hardens again. I usually don't have nosebleeds, so I'm not sure why this is happening. This has been going ...
Dr. Cai Zhenggu Reply:
Hello Miss Helen: Based on your description, you may have a deviated septum or allergic rhinitis, which can cause nasal itching. This often leads to nose picking or sneezing, resulting in nosebleeds. I recommend that you visit my clinic for an examination so I can provide you wit...[Read More] Understanding Blood Clots in the Nose: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Blood-Streaked Nasal Discharge: Causes and Concerns
I have a question I would like to ask..? I have been experiencing a runny nose frequently since middle school, especially during weather changes or cold fronts, so blowing my nose has become a common occurrence for me. The doctor diagnosed me with nasal allergies. Last October, w...
Dr. Jian Huangqi Reply:
Please visit the outpatient clinic for a consultation.[Read More] Understanding Blood-Streaked Nasal Discharge: Causes and Concerns
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
Persistent Nosebleeds: When to Seek Deeper Medical Treatment
Frequent nosebleeds that do not stop? Frequent nosebleeds often occur when washing my face in the morning, resulting in a significant amount of blood flowing down without my awareness. If I tilt my head forward, the bleeding continues, but if I tilt my head backward, the blood co...
Dr. Chen Junliang Reply:
Ms. Zhao: Based on your description, it would be best to pursue further treatment and management, such as checking for any blood-related issues. Is there a deviation of the nasal septum that may require surgical intervention? Is there a need for allergy medications or sprays?[Read More] Persistent Nosebleeds: When to Seek Deeper Medical Treatment
Understanding Morning Nosebleeds: Causes and Treatment Options
Nasal bleeding Hello Doctor: I have a question to ask you. My mother has been experiencing nosebleeds every morning upon waking up for an unknown period of time. She visited a clinic, but the ENT specialist did not find any signs of broken capillaries in her nasal cavity. A CT sc...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Hello, in response to your inquiry regarding coughing up blood-tinged sputum, this may indicate a pulmonary issue. Please visit a pulmonologist for further evaluation. As for the nasal bleeding, please follow up at the outpatient clinic to rule out any nasal tumors or other conce...[Read More] Understanding Morning Nosebleeds: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Unpredictable Nosebleeds: Causes and Solutions
I don't know when the next drop of nosebleed will occur? Hello, doctor. I have a history of nosebleeds that occur unexpectedly, regardless of time or place. I have seen doctors, but no specific cause has been identified. This morning, while bending down to brush my teeth, my...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Miss Zhang: The most concerning issue with nosebleeds is nasopharyngeal carcinoma; however, it does not typically present as a continuous flow of blood like a leaky faucet. Your medical history suggests that it is more likely a case of bleeding from the microvasculature of the na...[Read More] Understanding Unpredictable Nosebleeds: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Nosebleeds: Causes and Treatment Options
Nosebleed In April of this year, I traveled to California, USA, and due to the dry weather, I started experiencing nosebleeds. After returning to Taiwan, my symptoms have been fluctuating; I, who have never had nosebleeds before, now experience them occasionally, and recently the...
Dr. Hu Kexin Reply:
Hello: Taiwan has a humid maritime climate, so when our citizens travel to countries with a dry continental climate, the nasal mucosa often becomes dry and may crust over or even bleed due to the lack of adaptation to the dry weather. Upon returning home, if the nasal mucosa rema...[Read More] Understanding Nosebleeds: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Sinus Issues: Mucus Color and Nosebleeds Explained
I'm sorry, but I need specific content to translate Hello, Doctor! 1. My nose has been running since I had a cold in the past, but the mucus is always very thick and close to yellow-green in color. This symptom appears every time I catch a cold. Could this be sinusitis? Wi...
Dr. Cai Zhenggu Reply:
Hello, Miss Haha: Based on your description, the thick nasal discharge is a symptom of sinusitis. Treatment for sinusitis does not necessarily require surgery; you can first try medical therapy, and if the results are unsatisfactory, then consider surgery. There are many causes o...[Read More] Understanding Sinus Issues: Mucus Color and Nosebleeds Explained
Which Specialist Should My Dad See for His ENT Symptoms?
Which specialty outpatient department should I visit? My father is 51 years old and often experiences nasal congestion, headaches, fatigue, a burning sensation in his esophagus, and a feeling of something stuck in his throat. He heard from elders that he had an unknown incurable ...
Dr. Cai Zhenggu Reply:
Hello Ms. Joice: A deviated septum can lead to nasal congestion and headaches. Symptoms of nasopharyngeal carcinoma include nosebleeds and hard lumps in the neck. A deviated septum can be corrected surgically and is not hereditary. Nasopharyngeal carcinoma requires radiation ther...[Read More] Which Specialist Should My Dad See for His ENT Symptoms?
Understanding Nosebleeds: Causes and When to Seek Help
Nosebleed Hello, my boyfriend had a little bit of nosebleed about two weeks ago, but it stopped afterward and was only a small amount. Now he hasn't had any more. Can you tell me why he might have had a nosebleed?
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Hello, Miss Mimi: The causes of nosebleeds may include traumatic nasal bleeding, which can occur after nose rubbing, sometimes bleeding from the right nostril and other times from the left. Another possible cause is suspected maxillary cancer, which typically presents with unilat...[Read More] Understanding Nosebleeds: Causes and When to Seek Help
Unexpected Nosebleeds: Should You Worry About Nasopharyngeal Cancer?
Nosebleed Hello Dr. Chen: I would like to ask, if I suddenly have a nosebleed while walking for no apparent reason, and it is quite significant, could this be a symptom of nasopharyngeal cancer? It was winter at the time, could it be due to the dryness? I learned about this from ...
Dr. Chen Junliang Reply:
Miss May: The symptoms of nasopharyngeal carcinoma indeed include nosebleeds, as well as unilateral serous otitis media and cervical lymphadenopathy. Additionally, dry weather often leads to nosebleeds, primarily due to the dryness of the nasal mucosa, which makes the blood vesse...[Read More] Unexpected Nosebleeds: Should You Worry About Nasopharyngeal Cancer?
Understanding Frequent Nosebleeds: Causes and Concerns for Your Health
Habitual nosebleeds Hello, doctor! I have been experiencing habitual nosebleeds for a while now. The nosebleeds occur at no specific time, and the blood is mostly bright red. I do not have any noticeable discomfort in my body. I'm wondering if these nosebleeds could affect m...
Dr. Chen Duliang Reply:
Hello, young girl: A small amount of nosebleed will not affect the brain. Please visit our ENT outpatient department for a detailed examination and treatment. Wishing you health and happiness. Sincerely, Dr. Chen Du-Liang.[Read More] Understanding Frequent Nosebleeds: Causes and Concerns for Your Health
Understanding Sleep Apnea: Surgery vs. Laser Treatment for Nasal Issues
Sleep Apnea Dear Sir/Madam, I have been suffering from sleep apnea for three to four years. One doctor suggested that I should first undergo surgery for a deviated septum, while another said that the deviation is not severe and that I could proceed directly with laser treatment....
Dr. Chen Junliang Reply:
Hello Amin: First, let me explain nasal septum deviation: Symptoms of nasal septum deviation include nasal congestion and occasional nosebleeds. If there are no symptoms, no active treatment is necessary. Correction of nasal septum deviation requires surgery rather than laser tre...[Read More] Understanding Sleep Apnea: Surgery vs. Laser Treatment for Nasal Issues
Understanding Nosebleeds in Children: Causes and Concerns for Parents
Nosebleed My child is four years old and suddenly had a nosebleed around 3 AM on November 14th, with blood all over their face, which was truly alarming. I would like to ask the doctor why they would have a nosebleed without any trauma. Does this situation indicate anything conce...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
There should be no issues. If it's an adult, then the possibility of nasopharyngeal carcinoma should be considered. In children, it is usually just nasal mucosa bleeding.[Read More] Understanding Nosebleeds in Children: Causes and Concerns for Parents
Understanding Occasional Morning Nosebleeds: Causes and Solutions
Nose Hello, I sometimes notice dried blood in my nasal mucus when I blow my nose in the morning. This doesn't happen often, maybe once every 3-4 weeks or once or twice a month. Why could this be happening? Thank you!
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Lydia Ho: The causes of nosebleeds can include trauma, a deviated septum, nasopharyngeal cancer, or dry air. A direct examination of the nasal area is necessary to confirm the diagnosis, as the severity of the aforementioned conditions varies greatly. It is recommended to conduct...[Read More] Understanding Occasional Morning Nosebleeds: Causes and Solutions