Saliva, Otolaryngology FAQ - Page 22

Throat issues Recently, I have noticed a pulsating sensation on the upper left side of my Adam's apple, around the area of the mandible, when I swallow saliva. It feels like it is pulsating when I touch it, and there is also a pulsating sensation when I press down, but it is...

Parotitis Hello, I have been experiencing pain near the junction of my neck just below my right ear for the past few days, particularly at the connection point, which is the most painful area. There is also pain extending along a pathway downwards, and it feels like my entire ear...

There are three granular lesions under the tongue? Hello doctor, I have three granular, slightly pointed growths on the back of my tongue. They are not painful or itchy (as shown in the photos below). They seem to have been there for a while and have not increased in size. Could ...

Five instances of salivary gland blockage from March to May? Hello, doctor. In March, I first noticed swelling near the upper right premolar area, which disappeared by the next morning. I visited an ENT clinic, and the doctor explained that it might be due to a blocked salivary g...

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 ...

Is it mumps? My last name is Deng. On the 5th, I discovered a lump below my right ear, connecting to my neck. On the 6th, I went to see a doctor who performed a nasal endoscopy. The doctor said there was no issue and did not prescribe any medication, but mentioned it could be par...

Ear congestion? During one summer vacation, I felt that my ears were hearing sounds strangely. After a while, when I blew my nose, I started to feel like there was something blocking my ears, and this sensation only occurred when I blew my nose. One time, after blowing my nose ve...

Excessive salivation with an inability to swallow? I recently caught the flu and initially had diarrhea and a high fever. After taking medication, I started to experience excessive watery saliva that tasted very bitter. I tried to swallow it, but it made me feel nauseous, so I en...

Oral examination Hello, doctor. Over two years ago, I had a large ulcer on the inner right side of my mouth that took a month to heal. After that, I went to see a doctor who performed a biopsy and said it was a viral infection, and that it was not a concern, attributing it to poo...

Hearing sounds in the ears when swallowing saliva or drinking beverages? Hello doctor, after taking a shower today, I noticed a sound in my ears when I drink water or swallow saliva. This just started happening; it wasn't an issue a few days ago. Is this normal?

Feeling of a foreign body in the throat? Recently, I took medication in capsule form and felt like the capsule was stuck in my throat. Despite drinking a lot of water, it didn't help. I have no issues swallowing water or food, but I feel a foreign body sensation when swallow...

Sore throat and ear pain? Hello doctor, recently I've been feeling a sensation of something stuck below my throat (Adam's apple) when swallowing saliva, and I have a lot of phlegm. At night when I sleep, I feel like I can't get enough air when inhaling, and my ears...

There are small, pimple-like bumps on the mucosa inside the lower lip? Hello! I would like to ask about small, pimple-like bumps on the inner mucosa of my lower lip. They are very small (less than 0.1mm) and feel a bit rough when I touch them with my tongue. I hadn't noticed...

Blister under the tongue? I have a blister under my tongue that frequently appears as a small bubble. It usually disappears in a day or two, but it may reappear after a few days or a week. Each time, there is only one blister, and it is somewhat painful. Could this be due to eati...

Salivary gland cyst I had a salivary gland cyst surgery in mid-March this year, and now, just over a month later, I have a small blister on my lip (I've been careful not to bite my lip...). Although it's not as large as the last one, I would like to know how to differen...

Sore throat Hello, doctor. I've been experiencing a sore throat lately, and it feels tight when I swallow saliva or eat and drink. Is this a common cold? What should I pay attention to? I'm a singer; can I sing under these conditions?

Pain in the back of the throat? I have a sharp pain in the back right side of my throat, as if there is a foreign object, and it hurts when I swallow saliva, but I don't feel it when eating. I've seen similar issues here, but I'm still unclear about which specialis...

Eustachian tube obstruction Isn't it true that eustachian tube obstruction not caused by a cold will heal on its own? I currently hear a popping sound when swallowing saliva.

There is a sensation of something stuck in the middle of the throat, and swallowing saliva feels uncomfortable? Hello, doctor! Recently, I've been feeling unwell and have been taking medication. However, after swallowing a gelatinous dietary supplement and a larger pill, I&#...

Secondary cold I recently had a cold, and not long after, I suddenly started coughing again yesterday. The coughing has been frequent and forceful, and I even noticed that my saliva had a light red color (blood) last night. I would like to know what might be happening.