Others, Otolaryngology FAQ - Page 9

There are several possible reasons why your throat feels fatigued after speaking for a short period of time. These may include: 1. **Vocal Strain**: Overuse or improper use of the vocal cords can lead to strain and fatigue. 2. **Dehydration**: Insufficient hydration can cause dr...

Ear problems I experienced vertigo for the first time, and when I consulted a doctor, he diagnosed me with inner ear edema. He prescribed medication for a typical three-day course, but it hasn't been effective, and I'm still feeling dizzy all day. What medications or ot...

Tinnitus due to fungal infection in the ear? Hello, recently I have been experiencing occasional itching and tinnitus in my ears. Sometimes sounds are unclear, and I can hear an echo of my own voice (it feels like there is a slight pressure in my ears). I have a history of fungal...

Ear problems Is it normal to feel a bit dizzy after seeing a doctor who confirmed that there is nothing in the ear, even though it felt like something had entered?

Holding breath while speaking Hello, doctor. I have been searching online for a long time and have not found any similar cases, so I am taking the liberty to ask here. The following is a bit lengthy, and I kindly ask you to read it patiently. Medical History: This morning, I wok...

Experiencing abnormal soreness in the throat, making it difficult to speak normally? Due to work-related reasons, I often speak a lot. Six months ago, after overusing my voice, I woke up one day and felt a pain in my throat as if I had strained a muscle. It was extremely painful,...

A persistent bloody smell in the nose? Hello, Dr. Chi. I previously underwent an endoscopy, but it has been a month, and I occasionally notice a bloody taste when I breathe through my nose, and sometimes there are blood streaks in my phlegm. This month, I consulted several clinic...

Tinnitus issue - there is a sound like wind when tilting the head back? Hello, doctor :) In the evening, while I was in my room (which has no windows), I noticed that when I sat on a chair and leaned back against the backrest, I could hear a wind-like sound in my ears. The volume...

Discomfort in the throat after oral sex? Hello doctor, a week ago I performed unprotected oral sex on a male friend, and now I feel a sensation of something stuck in my throat. My tongue and uvula keep touching, and I suspect it might be related to an enlarged soft palate. Could ...

The nose has an unpleasant odor? Hello, Doctor. Recently, someone told me that the air I exhale through my nose has an unpleasant odor. I haven't noticed any smell myself, and I have a history of nasal allergies. My nasal discharge is clear, and I don't have a cough or ...

Stress and tension can cause ear fullness and tinnitus? Hello doctor, recently I've been experiencing ear fullness and tinnitus due to work-related stress. I have difficulty hearing when others speak softly. I visited an otolaryngologist, and they said my ears appear normal....

Under the tongue I want to ask about the small bumps under my tongue that have been there for almost six months. What could they be? If I have received the cervical cancer vaccine, does that mean I won't get genital warts? Thank you.

Eustachian tube mucosal swelling (congestion) Hello! My unilateral (right ear) eustachian tube opening mucosa has been persistently swollen without any ear fullness or nasal congestion. However, taking Mometasone furoate nasal spray (Mometasone 24-hour extended-release) improves ...

Tinnitus issues? Dear Doctor: A few days ago, I experienced difficulty opening my mouth on the left side, accompanied by pain, and I suspected a cavity. I visited a dental clinic, where the dentist informed me that there were no cavities on the left side. I also mentioned the pai...

Lymphadenopathy There are three lymph nodes, approximately 1 cm in size, located in the area of the throat and the recessed area under the chin. This has been present for about three years. I have seen a doctor who noted that one of the lymph nodes has decreased in size, but the ...

Hearing loss after ear cleaning? I previously dug into my ear with my hand and ended up with some fluid coming out. Then I used a cotton swab, and afterward, I couldn't hear well from that ear; it feels muffled. When I wear headphones, the sound in that ear is much quieter t...

Sore throat with yellow-green phlegm containing blood streaks? Last winter, I went to the clinic for an injection due to a cold, and most of my symptoms improved. However, I've been troubled by persistent phlegm. Recently, I might have caught something from a classmate; two ...

Ear problems Hello Doctor, since last week, my left ear has been experiencing strange sensations when I hear sounds, almost like the sound of wind passing through my eardrum. This only happens when I hear sounds, and I can still sleep well at night; it’s not tinnitus. It is parti...

Blocked ears with strange sounds? I started feeling a sensation of fullness in my ear yesterday. I went to the clinic, and the doctor told me that my eardrum looks normal and there are no foreign objects inside. I was advised to take medication for one day, but today I still don&...

Ear problems Hello everyone, I have been experiencing some strange issues with my ear. A few years ago, it seemed like my left ear had an echo, and I couldn't tolerate loud noises, often experiencing tinnitus. After a few years, the tinnitus still occurs frequently, and with...