Rhinitis, Otolaryngology FAQ - Page 28

Chronic hypertrophic rhinitis Hello Doctor, a few days ago in Taichung, I was diagnosed with inferior turbinate hypertrophy by an outpatient physician, and it was confirmed through X-ray. Currently, I am undergoing medication treatment, but I have heard that if the medication is ...

I'm really worried? Hello, Doctor. I have nasal allergies. Whenever the weather changes or it gets cold, especially in winter, I tend to catch colds easily. When I have a cold, my nose runs, but the mucus is very thick. Even after I clean it, it comes back shortly after—it&#...

Allergy or cold? Dr. Hu: Hello, I started experiencing cold symptoms about three weeks ago, including continuous sneezing, nasal congestion, and a runny nose. I took my usual cold medication (which has previously worked well for me), and for a while, it seemed to help. However, o...

The symptoms distinguishing sinusitis from allergic rhinitis? Dear Doctor, My five-year-old child, who has been attending kindergarten, was diagnosed with acute pharyngitis over a month ago. The main symptoms included thick nasal discharge and coughing. The doctor explained that...

Frequent sensation of a foreign body sensation in the throat? Hello: I often feel like there is a foreign body stuck in my throat when swallowing saliva, but I do not feel any pain. This has been going on for some time. After an examination, the doctor said there were no abnormal...

How to cure nasal congestion? Hello, Dr. Tsai! I often experience nasal congestion during seasonal changes, especially in the winter when it gets very severe. This not only affects my sleep quality but also impacts my academic performance. The congestion tends to lessen when the ...

Regarding nasopharyngeal tumors? Hello Doctor: Six months ago, I experienced a decline in hearing in my left ear (it felt like there was something blocking it), along with dizziness and migraines. I went to the hospital for an examination, and after a biopsy, the doctor informed ...

Nasal congestion Dr. Tsai, regarding your suggestion that it might be a deviated septum, I have already undergone surgery for that, yet the issue persists. You mentioned that for allergic rhinitis, nasal sprays can be used for treatment. However, if nasal sprays are used for an e...

Chronic pharyngitis Hello, doctor. I have allergic rhinitis, and I often experience phlegm after sneezing. Additionally, I frequently burp and have bad breath. Could these be symptoms of chronic pharyngitis? If it is chronic pharyngitis, what effects could it have on my body? Tha...

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...

Nasal congestion Dr. Tsai, why do I sometimes experience nasal congestion in both nostrils, with the right side being more severe? Even though I am already congested, why do I still have a runny nose? What methods are available to improve or treat this condition?

Allergic rhinitis Dear Doctor, my son is 11 years old and has allergic rhinitis (with possible hypertrophy). He often experiences nasal congestion and thick nasal discharge. We have been using saline nasal spray (main ingredient is sodium chloride) for several days, which has hel...

Constant nasal discharge? I have had nasal allergies since childhood, but in the past few months, I have been experiencing increased nasal discharge. Previously, it would only occur in the morning, but now it flows continuously throughout the day. What is the most effective treat...

Please ask your question? Hello, doctor. I have a few questions I would like to ask. 1. I started experiencing tinnitus a while ago, but I'm not sure what triggered it. It has been continuous since then. I visited a major hospital where a physician examined me and conducte...

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 ...

Allergy shots for nasal allergies? Hello Dr. Jian, I suffer from allergic rhinitis. I previously visited a nearby clinic for treatment, where the doctor administered a subcutaneous injection that was very effective. After the first injection, I experienced almost six months with...

The doctor said my nose looks strange? I went to see an ENT specialist because I've been suffering from nasal congestion since childhood. The doctor said I have chronic nasal turbinate hypertrophy. What does this mean, and what should I do about it? (The doctor explained, bu...

Regarding the nose? Recently, my nose has been making a strange sound like wind, and it lasts for quite a while while I'm awake. I also have nasal allergies. Additionally, I would like to ask if there are any long-term consequences of having to breathe through my mouth due t...

Nasal issues in infants? Hello Dr. Tsai, My daughter is currently 11 months old. I feel that she tends to have clear nasal discharge (slightly sticky) due to changes in weather or prolonged exposure to the electric fan, and she does not have a fever. The first time we visited an...

The price of laser treatments? Hello, Dr. Hsu. I am a patient with allergic rhinitis and I would like to undergo laser surgery to alleviate my discomfort. Although this procedure is covered by health insurance, I am concerned that private clinics and general hospitals may have di...