Sinusitis, Otolaryngology FAQ - Page 32

Nasal mucus issues I previously had surgery for sinusitis, and since then, I often have mucus stuck between my nose and esophagus that I can't cough or clear out, which is very uncomfortable. Seeing a doctor hasn't helped. Additionally, my tinnitus has not improved. Cou...

Submandibular swelling Hello, Dr. Hsu. Last week, I felt a lump about one centimeter in size under my left ear. It hurts when pressed, and the surface feels somewhat smooth. There are no visible signs of a lump from the outside. I went to Chang Gung Memorial Hospital for a consul...

Rhinitis and Tinnitus Hello, my current symptoms include tinnitus, a foul smell from my nose (without yellow discharge), and loss of smell (which has persisted for too long and is now gone). I started treatment for left ear tinnitus at the clinic in early July, and later I notice...

What is the relationship between nasal congestion and the brain? Hello, Doctor: I have a question I would like to ask you. I have been experiencing chronic nasal congestion, specifically on the left side of my nose, and I often feel a tightness in the left side of my brain. Is th...

The process of eating can easily lead to the expulsion of air? Hello Doctor: Since I was in the third year of middle school, I have experienced a feeling of bloating in my stomach while eating. At that moment, I usually stand up, take deep breaths, and contract my abdomen, then e...

Sinusitis I have sinusitis and experience nasal congestion both in the morning and evening. Are there any treatments available? Besides taking medication, should I exercise?

Deviated septum I went to the hospital for an examination, and the doctor diagnosed me with "chronic hypertrophic rhinitis with a deviated septum." My allergy history includes: allergies -> acute rhinitis -> chronic rhinitis -> acute hypertrophic rhinitis ->...

Unilateral throat foreign body sensation? I have been feeling a sensation of something stuck in my left throat when swallowing saliva for almost a month. It doesn't hurt, but it feels like there is something there. I went to see a doctor, and some said it could be pharyngiti...

Chronic hypertrophic rhinitis 1. Is chronic hypertrophic rhinitis considered irreversible? Some websites state this, which implies that once it transitions from acute to chronic, surgical treatment is necessary. A doctor told me that nasal sprays are ineffective if the nose is co...

Is it difficult for nasal polyps to heal when they become swollen? Hello Doctor: I sometimes feel a dull pain in the bridge of my nose, near the area between my eyes. I have seen two doctors; one said it is due to nasal turbinate hypertrophy, while the other suggested it might be...

Loud breathing sounds? Hello Doctor: My breathing is quite loud, which often disturbs others when I study in the library, and it bothers me a lot. I usually breathe through my mouth unconsciously, but the sound is still loud (breathing through my nose is even louder). I have alle...

Glossopharyngeal neuralgia Doctor, I sometimes experience pain in one side of my oropharynx, throat, tonsils, ear root, and the area behind my jaw. Occasionally, the pain is concentrated in the ear root. The episodes last for several seconds to a few tens of seconds, generally no...

No content? Hello, Dr. Yeh. I apologize for bothering you again. You mentioned that currently very few otolaryngologists are willing to perform cochlear balloon dilation for patients. Is this because the technique has only been introduced to Taiwan for a short time and is not yet...

What is the cost of sinusitis surgery? I have been suffering from sinusitis for 10 years. I am considering surgery for treatment, but what are the costs involved? Thank you.

Throat..? Hello Doctor: I often experience a scratchy and painful sensation in my throat, and I almost feel dizzy at regular intervals every day. Sometimes taking pain relievers and anti-inflammatory medication helps, but other times it seems ineffective for my throat discomfort....

Motion sickness I have experienced motion sickness since birth. I usually feel nauseous while riding in a car, and sometimes I even feel dizzy when I drive myself. Watching others on rides like carousels or coffee cups also makes me feel uncertain about what to do. I'm seeki...

What causes sinusitis? How does it develop? What is the most accurate method to diagnose sinusitis? (1) What causes sinusitis? How does it develop? (2) What methods are most accurate for diagnosing sinusitis (such as location and severity)? (3) How can sinusitis be prevented?...

Military service issues? Hello, doctor. I have a question I would like to ask you. I have a deviated septum and have undergone corrective surgery. Currently, I experience less frequent nosebleeds, but there hasn't been significant improvement in nasal congestion and post-nas...

Feeling a lump in the throat? Due to participating in a singing competition, I sang for an extended period of time. Recently, I have felt a tightness in my throat. When I reach into my mouth and touch the back of my tongue, it seems like there is a growth, but it doesn't hur...

Could you please specify the throat issue you are experiencing? Hello doctor, my throat has not been very good since I was a child, but recently it has felt even more uncomfortable. It feels like there is a thin layer covering my throat, and it feels blocked. If I don't coug...