Chronic Throat Pain: Exploring Causes and Treatment Options
Chronic throat pain? Hello Doctor, I am a 19-year-old male. About eleven months ago, I performed oral sex on another male. One to two days after that, I began experiencing symptoms of throat infection. The severe pain I felt improved within a week after seeing a doctor, but it di...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if multiple physicians have examined you and found no signs of infection or other tumors, and structurally there are no significant abnormalities, psychological factors may be affecting your physiology. If discomfort persists, you may consider consulting a psychiatrist for...[Read More] Chronic Throat Pain: Exploring Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Pulsatile Tinnitus: Causes and Next Steps for Diagnosis
Unilateral tinnitus with a sensation of fullness and then a pulsatile sound? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about a situation that began last Friday when I started experiencing a persistent ringing in my left ear. I have a history of allergic rhinitis, so I first visited a n...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, the issues you mentioned could be due to: 1) Eustachian tube dysfunction: This is the most common cause and can occur not only during flying, climbing, or diving, but also when forcefully blowing your nose or bending over. 2) Sudden sensorineural hearing loss. 3) Otitis me...[Read More] Understanding Pulsatile Tinnitus: Causes and Next Steps for Diagnosis
Persistent Post-Nasal Drip: Managing Symptoms and Seeking Relief
Postnasal drip for four months? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing post-nasal drip for over four months. In the past month, I have also been having issues with chest tightness and difficulty breathing. I often feel a tickling sensation deep in my throat and lungs, making it h...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
If symptoms persist without improvement, it is recommended to visit the hospital's otolaryngology and pulmonology departments to check for related issues such as sinusitis or asthma.[Read More] Persistent Post-Nasal Drip: Managing Symptoms and Seeking Relief
Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Treatments, and When to Seek Help
Hearing issues Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing tinnitus, which sounds like a constant "zzz" noise, for at least ten years. I can't pinpoint when it started, but I remember it got worse after a shooting exercise during my military service, lasting for two to...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, the issues you mentioned could be due to: 1) Eustachian tube dysfunction: This is the most common cause and can occur not only during flying, climbing, or diving, but also when forcefully blowing your nose or bending over. 2) Sudden sensorineural hearing loss. 3) Otitis me...[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Treatments, and When to Seek Help
Understanding the Connection Between Sinusitis and Bronchitis
Sinusitis and Bronchitis If you have concerns, please consult a doctor. Is it that bronchitis that wasn't properly treated led to sinusitis, or is it that sinusitis that wasn't properly treated led to bronchitis? Thank you.
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, structurally speaking, the likelihood of upper respiratory reflux affecting the lower respiratory tract is relatively high. Therefore, it is common for sinusitis that does not improve to lead to subsequent bronchitis.[Read More] Understanding the Connection Between Sinusitis and Bronchitis
Understanding Long-Term Dizziness: Causes and Concerns in ENT
Chronic dizziness I would like to ask the doctor, I have been experiencing dizziness for two years without any interruption, feeling dizzy every day. I have seen an otolaryngologist and a neurologist, but they have not found the cause. I do not have vertigo symptoms, only dizzine...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, dizziness can have numerous potential causes: 1) If accompanied by a dull pain at the back of the head, it may suggest poor blood circulation in the head and neck. 2) If there is also ear fullness, pressure, or hearing loss, it may indicate sudden sensorineural hearing los...[Read More] Understanding Long-Term Dizziness: Causes and Concerns in ENT
Understanding Middle Ear Effusion: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Middle ear effusion Hello Doctor, I had a fever of 39 degrees Celsius for three consecutive days starting on September 11. I took antipyretics, and after the fever subsided, I tested positive for COVID-19. My symptoms included severe nasal congestion (in the right nostril) and a ...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
If symptoms of suspected middle ear effusion do not improve, it is recommended to visit the ENT department of a hospital for evaluation to determine whether drainage of the middle ear effusion is necessary or if the placement of tympanostomy tubes is required. Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, D...[Read More] Understanding Middle Ear Effusion: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Treatment Options, and Sleep Impact
Hearing problems Hello, doctor. I keep hearing a sound that resembles "ee ee ee," which I believe is a phenomenon of tinnitus. I wonder if this condition is related to an incident during my military service when I experienced temporary hearing loss in both ears for 2-3 ...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, the issues you mentioned could be due to: 1) Eustachian tube dysfunction: This is the most common cause and can occur not only during flying, climbing, or diving, but also when forcefully blowing your nose or bending over. 2) A history of sudden sensorineural hearing loss....[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Treatment Options, and Sleep Impact
Is Your Ear Pain Linked to Sneezing? When to See a Doctor
Blowing the nose causes pain in the left ear? Hello Doctor: Today, I noticed a slight pain in my left ear while blowing my nose. The pain goes away after I'm done blowing my nose, but there is mild discomfort during the process. I later realized that my technique for blowing...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, the issues you mentioned could be due to: 1) Eustachian tube dysfunction: This is the most common cause and can occur not only during flying, climbing, or diving, but also when forcefully blowing your nose or bending over. 2) Otitis media: a) Acute otitis media: Often occu...[Read More] Is Your Ear Pain Linked to Sneezing? When to See a Doctor
Understanding Ear Pressure and Tinnitus: When to Seek Help
Ear problems When I press behind my right ear, I hear a sound similar to tinnitus, but there is no issue when I press behind my left ear. I would like to understand if this is a problem.
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, the issues you mentioned could be due to: 1) Eustachian tube dysfunction: This is the most common cause and can occur not only during flying, climbing, or diving, but also when forcefully blowing your nose or bending over. 2) Sudden sensorineural hearing loss. 3) Otitis me...[Read More] Understanding Ear Pressure and Tinnitus: When to Seek Help
Understanding Sudden Ear Pain: Causes and Solutions
Ear pain One night, I suddenly experienced sharp pain in my left ear. There are no obvious external injuries or redness, but the pain keeps recurring. I would like to know what could be the cause of this. Thank you.
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
The issues you mentioned may have two possible causes: 1) Otitis media: a) Acute otitis media: often occurs alongside upper respiratory infections (such as colds) and sinusitis, and in severe cases, there may be ear discharge or pus. b) Chronic otitis media with acute exacerbatio...[Read More] Understanding Sudden Ear Pain: Causes and Solutions
Why Can't I Sneeze? Understanding Nasal and Throat Discomfort
Inability to sneeze? Hello doctor, recently I've been unable to sneeze properly. Often, I feel the urge to sneeze but it disappears halfway, or it feels like it's stuck inside. This has been causing discomfort in my throat and nasal passages, and sometimes I even feel c...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, if you have indeed undergone relevant examinations confirming the absence of nasal tumors, sinusitis, nasal foreign bodies, or other diseases, and have also managed nasal allergies (through saline nasal irrigation, nasal sprays, medications, etc.), if all related disease s...[Read More] Why Can't I Sneeze? Understanding Nasal and Throat Discomfort
Understanding Chronic Nasal Congestion and Head Pressure Symptoms
Chronic nasal congestion and a sensation of head swelling? Hello, I would like to ask you about a long-term sensation of nasal congestion on my right side. However, I do not experience significant nasal discharge; it is more of a feeling of blockage. Sometimes, when it is severe,...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
If you have long-term unilateral nasal congestion, it is recommended to first consult an otolaryngologist for an endoscopic examination to rule out nasal cavity or nasopharyngeal tumors (although the likelihood is relatively low, they are important conditions). Most cases are due...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Nasal Congestion and Head Pressure Symptoms
Persistent Mucus in Right Nostril: Causes and Solutions Explained
There is constant mucus in the right nostril? Hello: This symptom started last year and improved for a while, but has recently persisted. There are mainly two situations with my nose: the right nostril consistently has mucus, which feels deeper and in small amounts, making it dif...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
It may be hypertrophic rhinitis or sinusitis; it is recommended to visit the outpatient clinic for endoscopic or imaging examinations. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Persistent Mucus in Right Nostril: Causes and Solutions Explained
Could Ear Water Cause Left-Side Headaches During Weight Training?
Is the sound of water in the left ear likely to cause a headache in the left temple during weight training? Doctor, may I ask: Recently, during weight training (when exerting myself), I experience severe pain on the left side of my head! It subsides after resting for a moment. Co...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, most of the issues you mentioned are "not" caused by water entering the left ear. The possible causes could be: 1) Eustachian tube dysfunction: This is the most common cause and can occur not only during flying, hiking, or diving, but also when forcefully blowing...[Read More] Could Ear Water Cause Left-Side Headaches During Weight Training?
Understanding Pulsatile Tinnitus: Causes, Symptoms, and Next Steps
Once, when I squatted down and stood up, I experienced a rapid popping sound in my left ear? I have been experiencing pulsatile tinnitus in my right ear every night for the past six months. It is a high-pitched tone that I can only hear when I am sleeping. I have undergone EEG an...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
Could you please tell me if there were any abnormalities found during the EEG MRI, hearing tests, or when the mouth was opened to palpate the neck? If not, it is usually suspected to be rhinitis or sinusitis, and for vascular ear nerve inflammation, it is recommended to proceed w...[Read More] Understanding Pulsatile Tinnitus: Causes, Symptoms, and Next Steps
Understanding Unilateral Ear Congestion: Causes and Solutions
Unilateral ear fullness? Hello Doctor, I have severe allergic rhinitis, which often causes nasal congestion, runny nose, and nosebleeds. My mother had nasopharyngeal cancer, and recently I've been feeling a sense of blockage in my left ear. It seems like there is no fluid or...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, the issues you mentioned could be due to: 1) Eustachian tube dysfunction: This is the most common cause and can occur not only during flying, climbing, or diving, but also when forcefully blowing your nose or bending over. 2) Sudden sensorineural hearing loss. 3) Otitis me...[Read More] Understanding Unilateral Ear Congestion: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Pulsatile Tinnitus: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Pulsatile tinnitus in the right ear? Right ear unilateral pulsatile tinnitus started with low-frequency swirling sounds, now it's high-frequency pain in the right ear, which has also spread to the left ear. I experience headaches that shift from side to side, and my left ear...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, the issues you mentioned could be due to: 1) Eustachian tube dysfunction: This is the most common cause and can occur not only during flying, climbing, or diving, but also when forcefully blowing your nose or bending over. 2) Vascular issues. 3) Otitis media: a) Acute otit...[Read More] Understanding Pulsatile Tinnitus: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Oral Burning Sensation and Associated Symptoms
Oral issues Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing a burning sensation in my mouth, and sometimes my saliva has blood streaks in it, accompanied by a salty and bitter taste. I noticed that the blood vessels in my oral mucosa appear more prominent. This has been ongoing for nearly...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
It is recommended to get an imaging study to check for sinusitis, and it is also advised to keep the throat moist, reduce the intake of hot and hard foods, and monitor for any persistent mucosal bleeding. Wishing you well.[Read More] Understanding Oral Burning Sensation and Associated Symptoms
Understanding Ear Congestion: When to Seek Medical Attention
Ear fullness sensation? Two weeks ago, I had acute sinusitis and have been treated with antibiotics. Now, I only have mild post-nasal drip. However, after taking a shower and listening to music tonight, I noticed a feeling of fullness in my ears, although I can still hear normall...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Commonly, this is due to Eustachian tube dysfunction. If the feeling of ear fullness persists without improvement, it is recommended to seek medical evaluation and treatment. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Director of the Department of Otolaryn...[Read More] Understanding Ear Congestion: When to Seek Medical Attention