Understanding Your ENT Symptoms: When to Seek a Second Opinion
Can you help me with a preliminary diagnosis? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing frequent headaches and ear pain lately, along with continuous postnasal drip. Sometimes I can even taste a strange flavor. Additionally, I have pain at the back of my neck, specifically behind my...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Tony: Your issue is likely due to a deviated septum, which can also cause headaches. However, please come to the clinic for a detailed endoscopic examination to gain a clearer understanding of your condition. Attached is an article for your reference titled "The 'Cure-A...[Read More] Understanding Your ENT Symptoms: When to Seek a Second Opinion
Understanding Chronic Migraines with Facial and Jaw Pain: Causes and Solutions
Migraine associated with facial and mandibular pain? Dear Dr. Hsu, I have been suffering from migraines of unknown origin for about ten years. In the past two to three years, I have experienced more frequent symptoms such as dry eyes, swelling around the eyebrows and eyes, right...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Hello: In response to your question. 1. The main symptoms of sinusitis include facial pain, a feeling of pressure or swelling, nasal congestion, rhinorrhea, and loss of smell. Secondary symptoms may include headache, fever, halitosis, fatigue, toothache, and cough. Given that you...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Migraines with Facial and Jaw Pain: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Chin Lumps: Possible Sinus Issues and Symptoms Explained
There is a hard lump on the chin? I have a hard lump about two centimeters on my chin that has been there for a year. Additionally, I often experience pain between my eyebrows on my forehead. At one point, I suspected it might be sinusitis, but after getting an X-ray at the hospi...
Dr. Cai Zhenggu Reply:
Hello, Xiao Cheng: Based on your description, you likely have sinusitis. I recommend that you undergo a computed tomography (CT) scan, as the accuracy of a CT scan is higher.[Read More] Understanding Chin Lumps: Possible Sinus Issues and Symptoms Explained
Chronic Laryngitis: Causes, Complications, and Treatment Options
Chronic laryngitis Having phlegm in the throat with an unusual odor can indeed contribute to bad breath. If left untreated, it may lead to other complications such as chronic sinusitis, respiratory infections, or worsening of underlying conditions. To improve this condition, it i...
Dr. Chen Junliang Reply:
Hello Jack: Having phlegm in your throat can easily lead to bad breath. Since you have asked several questions about chronic pharyngitis, it seems to be bothering you. Chronic pharyngitis can have many causes, and it is important to address the underlying issue. I recommend that ...[Read More] Chronic Laryngitis: Causes, Complications, and Treatment Options
Understanding Sinus Surgery: Endoscopic Procedure, Anesthesia, and Risks
I'm sorry, but I need specific content to translate Hello, Dr. Tsai. Based on your previous response, I learned that sinusitis can be cured. May I ask if the sinus surgery you mentioned is endoscopic sinus surgery? Is general anesthesia required for this type of surgery? Are...
Dr. Cai Zhenggu Reply:
Gentleman: The sinus surgery I am referring to is endoscopic sinus surgery. This procedure can be performed under local anesthesia or general anesthesia. After the surgery, there may be slight bleeding and pain at the surgical site, but it is not dangerous. The symptoms of sinusi...[Read More] Understanding Sinus Surgery: Endoscopic Procedure, Anesthesia, and Risks
Understanding Persistent Forehead Pressure: Allergies or Aftereffects?
My forehead feels very heavy? Hello Dr. Hu, For the past six months, my headaches have significantly affected my sleep quality. However, my pain is not intermittent; it feels very heavy and is localized to a specific area, persisting 24 hours a day. When I sleep with the air con...
Dr. Hu Kexin Reply:
Hello, Xiaowanzi: Based on your description, it seems that you are experiencing symptoms of "nasal allergies," specifically "vasomotor rhinitis." This means you are particularly sensitive to changes in temperature, which is a result of an "overreaction&q...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Forehead Pressure: Allergies or Aftereffects?
Managing Chronic Sinusitis: Effective Strategies for Symptom Relief
excuse me? Hello, doctor. I have a question. I have had sinusitis for a long time, for several years, and I didn't even realize it until I went to see an ENT specialist after catching a cold. Recently, I've been feeling like I have a lot of phlegm, so much that it feels...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Hello, sir. You can first try medication for your issue. If the effect is not significant, you may consider trying a puncture and irrigation. If that does not yield satisfactory results, an endoscopic sinus surgery may be recommended. For your reference, the most common cause of ...[Read More] Managing Chronic Sinusitis: Effective Strategies for Symptom Relief
Can Treating Sinusitis Restore My Taste and Smell?
excuse me? Hello, doctor. I have a question. I have been suffering from sinusitis for a long time. I received treatment when I was first diagnosed, but later I heard that sinusitis doesn't really go away, so I sought treatment less frequently, only when the pain became sever...
Dr. Cai Zhenggu Reply:
Hello, Gentleman: First, I would like to correct your misconception. Sinusitis can be treated, and with continued treatment, your sense of taste may recover. I recommend that you come to my clinic for an examination to confirm your condition and develop a treatment plan.[Read More] Can Treating Sinusitis Restore My Taste and Smell?
Understanding Congenital Anosmia: Causes and Treatment Options
Can you help me with my question? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask why I was born without the sense of smell. I feel quite sad about it. Why can't I perceive odors, and is there any way to treat my condition?
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Hello: In response to your inquiry, based on your symptoms, it appears that there may be a degeneration of the olfactory nerve. This could be due to chronic sinusitis or nasal polyps, or it may be a result of a previous injury. I recommend that you visit an otolaryngology clinic ...[Read More] Understanding Congenital Anosmia: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Tinnitus: Can Young Adults Find Relief?
I'm sorry, but I need content to translate? Hello Doctor, I have a few questions to ask. I have been experiencing tinnitus for a while. Initially, I visited the ENT department at Mackay Memorial Hospital. After some examinations and hearing tests, my hearing was found to be ...
Dr. Chen Junliang Reply:
Dear Sir: The tinnitus you mentioned requires long-term follow-up treatment. Some cases of tinnitus can be a persistent issue. It is recommended that you avoid noise, ensure adequate sleep, reduce life stress, and adhere to medication treatment in order to achieve therapeutic goa...[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus: Can Young Adults Find Relief?
Why Do I Have Excessive Nasal Mucus Even After Showering?
Nasal mucus Why do I have a lot of nasal mucus, even after taking a shower? Is this a problem?
Dr. Hu Kexin Reply:
Dear Ellen, There are many causes for the formation of nasal mucus, such as atrophic rhinitis, vestibulitis, acute or chronic rhinitis, or sinusitis, all of which can lead to an increase in nasal mucus. Different causes can result in different types of nasal mucus, so it would b...[Read More] Why Do I Have Excessive Nasal Mucus Even After Showering?
Understanding Anosmia: Causes, Treatments, and Surgical Options
Please provide me with the content you would like translated? Hello Doctor: Last time you mentioned that having no sense of smell should be impossible unless it is due to a congenital deformity. However, I truly feel like I have never smelled anything. You mentioned that surgery ...
Dr. Hu Kexin Reply:
Dear Miss Hsiao-Mei, This is the second time I am responding to your inquiry. If you are truly concerned, I recommend that you visit our Otolaryngology (ENT) department for a thorough examination, after which all your issues should be resolved. Based on what you have described, ...[Read More] Understanding Anosmia: Causes, Treatments, and Surgical Options
Why Does Acute Sinusitis Recur After Stopping Medication?
Why does acute sinusitis relapse two to three days after stopping medication? Hello Dr. Hu: My daughter is three and a half years old and has been attending preschool. Since she started school, she has been experiencing frequent colds. We have switched from pediatrics to otolaryn...
Dr. Hu Kexin Reply:
To Cloudia: Bacterial sinusitis in children is a common condition that can easily be confused with viral upper respiratory infections and allergic rhinitis, as the initial symptoms are similar and nonspecific. However, if symptoms persist for more than 7 days, there is a high sus...[Read More] Why Does Acute Sinusitis Recur After Stopping Medication?
Understanding Anosmia: Causes, Effects, and Treatment Options
The troubles of having no sense of smell? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask if there are people who are born without the sense of smell, and why that is? Before my surgery, I had severe nasal congestion and sinusitis, but after the surgery, these symptoms have improved. However, ...
Dr. Hu Kexin Reply:
Hello! Aside from congenital deformities, very few people are born without the sense of smell. Generally, the causes of anosmia can be categorized into three main reasons: 1. Nasal passage obstruction, such as chronic sinusitis, hypertrophic rhinitis, or a deviated septum, which ...[Read More] Understanding Anosmia: Causes, Effects, and Treatment Options
Understanding Yellow Nasal Discharge When Bending Over: Causes and Concerns
What does it mean to have "yellow" nasal discharge? If bending over at more than a 90-degree angle causes yellow nasal discharge to flow from your nose, it may indicate a condition such as sinusitis or a nasal obstruction. The fact that there are no symptoms like nasal ...
Dr. Chen Junliang Reply:
If bending over at an angle greater than 90 degrees causes a yellow nasal discharge to flow from the nose, while there are no abnormalities in a normal sitting or standing position, and there is no nasal congestion, with the discharge only occurring from the right nostril, it is ...[Read More] Understanding Yellow Nasal Discharge When Bending Over: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Speech Disruptions: Allergies, Medications, and Throat Issues
Speech disfluency? Hello Doctor, I have had allergies and asthma since childhood. I have been suffering from nasal congestion caused by allergies for several years. Before the Lunar New Year, I possibly caught a cold and experienced a sore throat and very itchy ears. I couldn...
Dr. Cai Zhenggu Reply:
Hello Miss Belle: Based on your description, your condition is due to nasal congestion leading to mouth breathing, which causes chronic pharyngitis, resulting in frequent coughing. I recommend that you first address the nasal congestion issue and then breathe through your nose; t...[Read More] Understanding Speech Disruptions: Allergies, Medications, and Throat Issues
Why Does My Nose Hurt When Touched? Possible Causes Explained
The nose hurts even with a light touch? I would like to ask the doctor... why does the left side of my nose and the side of my nose hurt slightly when touched? There are no injuries or abnormalities inside my nose. I have a history of allergies, so I often experience a runny nose...
Dr. Hu Kexin Reply:
Hello! We often experience nasal congestion and runny nose due to allergies, leading us to frequently blow or wipe our noses. These actions can cause injury to the skin or mucous membranes of the nasal area, resulting in nasal pain. However, this pain typically resolves within 5 ...[Read More] Why Does My Nose Hurt When Touched? Possible Causes Explained
Understanding Snoring and Nasal Issues in Children: Causes and Solutions
Regarding nasal issues? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about my son, who is currently in the first grade. Ever since he started school, he has been snoring loudly every night, which he never did before. He had a mild cold with a little cough previously and was on medication,...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Hello: In response to your question: Your son is experiencing mouth breathing due to the enlargement of the lymphatic tissue in the nasopharynx, which we refer to as adenoids. This enlargement obstructs the choanae, leading to snoring during sleep, especially when he has a cold, ...[Read More] Understanding Snoring and Nasal Issues in Children: Causes and Solutions
Why Does My Nose Smell a Bad Odor After a Fever?
Why does the nose detect unpleasant odors? A couple of days ago, I had a fever, and since then, I've been smelling a foul odor coming from my right nostril. I don't have a runny nose, but when I swallow saliva, I feel post-nasal drip, which I end up swallowing. However,...
Dr. Cai Zhenggu Reply:
Dear Fish, based on your description, you may be suffering from acute sinusitis. You should visit an ENT specialist for examination and treatment.[Read More] Why Does My Nose Smell a Bad Odor After a Fever?
Understanding Long-Term Nasal Congestion: Causes and Treatment Options
excuse me? Regarding your question: persistent nasal congestion in the right nostril, postnasal drip, and normal X-ray findings with no improvement from medication—what could be the cause and how should it be treated? Dr. Yeh Da-Wei from the ENT department suggests: Mr. Qiu, si...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Mr. Chiu: It is possible that an X-ray may not detect the condition, and a computed tomography (CT) scan may be needed for better imaging to confirm the diagnosis.[Read More] Understanding Long-Term Nasal Congestion: Causes and Treatment Options