Saliva, Otolaryngology FAQ - Page 23

Sore throat with a protrusion? I went to see a doctor, and he said I have a gastroenteritis. My symptoms have improved a lot, except my throat hurts a lot when I swallow saliva, and I constantly feel like something is stuck. Out of curiosity, I used a flashlight and a popsicle st...

Experiencing pain on the side of the neck when swallowing saliva? Hello! Since last year, I have occasionally experienced a painful sensation on the left side of my neck when swallowing saliva. The location is not in the throat but on the side, sometimes feeling closer to the col...

Persistent phlegm in the throat? Hello Doctor, I have recently been experiencing a sensation of phlegm in my throat for about two weeks. I'm not sure if it's post-nasal drip, but I feel the need to clear my throat or spit it out to feel more comfortable. It often feels ...

Sore throat? I've been feeling discomfort in my throat lately. When I swallow saliva, I feel pain in the upper right side of my throat, and I have a sensation of mucus. I often feel the urge to swallow, but eating and drinking do not cause discomfort. What could be the issue...

Parotid lymph nodes A few months ago, a small round lump suddenly appeared under my right earlobe. At first, I thought it was due to an unclean razor causing a wound, which later became red and swollen at times (it was painful to touch). However, it eventually disappeared. This t...

Sublingual gland stone? Hello, doctor. I have noticed a small white spot in the area of my submandibular gland over the past couple of days, and it hurts, especially when I eat. What could be the reason for this? Could it be something like tongue cancer? Thank you.

There is an unusual growth in the throat? On February 10th of this year, I performed unprotected oral sex on a stranger who was quite rough. There was no ejaculation in my mouth. The next day, February 11th, I developed a fever and had tonsillitis, which took about two weeks to r...

Suspected salivary gland cyst? I have a large blister on the inside of my lower lip near my teeth that has been present for three weeks. Sometimes it shrinks but never fully disappears, and then it enlarges again. After researching online, I suspect it might be a salivary gland c...

Dizziness and lightheadedness? Today, when I took the MRT, I experienced a rapid heartbeat and discomfort in my chest before getting on. Once the train started moving, I felt pale, dizzy, nauseous, and sweaty, with excessive salivation. Then I started to have tinnitus and my visi...

Throat The sore throat that started the day before yesterday and has now progressed to a sharp pain when swallowing saliva could be caused by several factors. Common causes include viral infections such as the common cold or influenza, bacterial infections like streptococcal phar...

Growth under the tongue? Hello, I previously had a sore under my tongue, and to heal it quickly, I avoided touching it for a long time. However, it grew a lump that hurts when touched and cannot be removed. When it gets larger, I endure the pain and bite it, which causes a saliva...

It's not just a typical sore throat; this is the first time I've experienced this situation? Hello Dr. Cheng: I initially went to see an ENT specialist yesterday because I was experiencing pain on the right side of my nose, but the examination showed no issues with my n...

Suspected salivary gland issues? Hello Dr. Zheng, I have pain in my right cheek, but there is no swelling. I am very sensitive to noisy environments or sounds. (It started with tinnitus, and then I began to experience pain in my right cheek, as well as pain in front of and below ...

Please ask your question? I would like to consult a physician. There is a hard lump behind my left ear, just below the jaw, approximately 1.5 cm in size. Due to its location in the recessed area behind the ear, it is difficult to determine if it is movable. It does not appear to ...

Eustachian tube obstruction Recently, after catching a cold, I have been experiencing a popping sound when swallowing saliva, along with a feeling of blockage. After consulting a doctor, I was informed that it is due to Eustachian tube dysfunction. Are there any methods to allevi...

Sublingual protrusion of a small mass? I recently discovered two protruding lumps under my tongue that resemble V-shaped growths, and the inside of my lips feels dry. I am currently abroad and it's inconvenient for me to return to my home country for a consultation. I would ...

Throat issues Hello doctor, I have small white bumps in my throat that feel like they are about to rot. Sometimes when I swallow saliva, I can hear a grinding sound. What is happening to my throat?

Triangular protrusion appears under the tongue? Hello, I have suddenly noticed a three-dimensional triangular protrusion on the right side of my sublingual taste buds (approximately 0.4 cm high, slightly white). It is not painful or itchy, but I feel a sense of foreign body prese...

Salivary gland cyst How many days after the removal of a salivary gland cyst can the stitches be taken out?

Could you please provide more context or specify what information you are seeking regarding the area under the tongue? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about an issue I've been experiencing. The area under my tongue where saliva is secreted used to be smooth, but recently...