Understanding Dry Throat: Allergies or Something Else?
My throat is very dry? Hello Doctor: I am currently in the United States, and accessing healthcare is not very convenient. I would like to request your assistance. For the past two or three days, I have been waking up with a very dry throat, feeling as if it is being constricted,...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: A dry throat may be related to mouth breathing during sleep, such as snoring, or gastroesophageal reflux. If there are no obvious symptoms like frequent sneezing or a runny nose, it may not necessarily be an allergic reaction. Taking antihistamines could potentially lead t...[Read More] Understanding Dry Throat: Allergies or Something Else?
Understanding Sleep Apnea and Snoring: Effective Solutions for Relief
Sleep apnea, snoring Hello, doctor. I've read online that exercising more and losing weight can help. I have been jogging 3 kilometers regularly for 2 years. My current body fat percentage is 23%, my weight is 66 kg, and my height is 165 cm. However, I occasionally experienc...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
In your opinion, losing 7 kilograms is necessary for effective weight loss, and it may take some time and effort to achieve this. Engaging in exercises that enhance muscle tone is also beneficial. Wishing you peace and well-being.[Read More] Understanding Sleep Apnea and Snoring: Effective Solutions for Relief
Understanding Post-Operative Complications After Laser Uvulopalatoplasty
Laser Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP) Hello, I have a question regarding snoring issues. I underwent laser uvulopalatoplasty over a year ago, but since then, I have experienced recurrent inflammation and frequent coughing. Initially, I thought it was a cold and have been seeing ...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: The surgical wound typically heals within 1-2 weeks, and recurrent colds or infections are likely not related to the surgery. If symptoms persist without improvement, it is advisable to continue follow-up visits for examination. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr...[Read More] Understanding Post-Operative Complications After Laser Uvulopalatoplasty
Why Do I Get Bronchitis Every Time I Catch a Cold?
Every time I catch a cold, I develop bronchitis? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about my health. I do not smoke or drink alcohol, but I am overweight and have a habit of snoring. I also experience post-nasal drip due to allergies. Fifteen years ago, I had bronchitis, and now ...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
It is usually an issue related to anatomical structures, but if you continue to have allergies, you are more susceptible to infections. It is recommended to go to the hospital for a bacterial culture so that you can receive targeted treatment in the future. Additionally, further ...[Read More] Why Do I Get Bronchitis Every Time I Catch a Cold?
Understanding Loud Breathing During Sleep: Causes and Solutions
Loud breathing during sleep? Recently, I often hear my own breathing sounds when I am about to wake up. It's not snoring, just my breathing. I searched online for information and found that it could be caused by excessive fatigue. However, I don't feel that I am overwor...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, based on your description: during the light sleep phase when you are about to wake up, "hearing your own breathing" makes it difficult to determine whether it is simple snoring or snoring associated with a medical condition. Generally, if it affects your daytime ...[Read More] Understanding Loud Breathing During Sleep: Causes and Solutions
Best Hospitals in Taipei for Treating Loud Snoring and Sleep Issues
Loud snoring can indicate that a person is not sleeping deeply? Could you recommend a hospital in Taipei that specializes in treating snoring? I have a very loud snoring issue and despite sleeping for long hours, I still feel very fatigued. I would like to explore potential curat...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
Taipei Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, offers sleep studies as well as surgical options for sleep disorders. Your symptoms require a physical examination and a sleep study to assess the severity of sleep apnea before proceeding with treatment. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Best Hospitals in Taipei for Treating Loud Snoring and Sleep Issues
Understanding Sleep Breathing Issues: When to Seek ENT Help
Sleep breathing disorders Hello, doctor! Recently, while I sleep, I have been inhaling through my nose and exhaling through my mouth. The exhalation is quite loud, different from snoring; it produces a significant sound. This occurs most often when I lie flat. The air pollution h...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, based on your description: it can be quite difficult to determine whether snoring is simply benign or indicative of a medical condition based solely on self-assessment. Generally, if it affects daytime activities such as work, learning, or even driving and performing house...[Read More] Understanding Sleep Breathing Issues: When to Seek ENT Help
Do You Need Treatment for Snoring? Understanding Risks and Solutions
Does snoring require treatment? If you snore while sleeping but do not experience the sensations associated with sleep apnea as described online, should you still go to the hospital for an examination? Is there a possibility of developing the condition in the future? How severe d...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: If you experience snoring, you can go to the hospital for a sleep study. If snoring is the only issue, it can be improved by sleeping on your side or losing weight. However, if there is moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea, it is recommended to take active measures. ...[Read More] Do You Need Treatment for Snoring? Understanding Risks and Solutions
Morning Phlegm: Understanding Post-Nasal Drip and Allergies
In the morning, there is a need to expectorate phlegm? Hello, I would like to ask about a symptom I experience every morning when I wake up. I feel like something is dripping down the back of my nose, followed by the need to clear my throat. The mucus is clear in color. I haven&#...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
It is recommended to visit an otolaryngology clinic to check for sinusitis. Wishing you well.[Read More] Morning Phlegm: Understanding Post-Nasal Drip and Allergies
Understanding Sleep Apnea, Nasal Congestion, and Headaches: A Patient's Journey
Recent issues with sleep apnea and nasal allergies have been causing headaches? Hello, doctor. I am 30 years old and currently weigh 93 kg. My nose has been persistently congested. I have suffered from sleep apnea for a long time (I have undergone two tests, and the most recent r...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
1. I would like to ask why my nose is stuffy even though I don't have much mucus. It is always congested when I sleep. Is this due to nasal allergies? A deviated septum or turbinate hypertrophy could be possible causes, and chronic allergies can lead to turbinate hypertrophy...[Read More] Understanding Sleep Apnea, Nasal Congestion, and Headaches: A Patient's Journey
Understanding Sleep-Related Breathing Difficulties: Causes and Solutions
Difficulty breathing during sleep? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you a question. Since high school, I have occasionally experienced symptoms of shortness of breath while sleeping. I can feel myself desperately trying to breathe in my sleep, but I can't get enough air, a...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
It is recommended to undergo multiple sleep physiological tests and endoscopic examinations, as sleep apnea or issues with sleep quality could be present. Given your age, there is also a possibility of adenoid hypertrophy. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Sleep-Related Breathing Difficulties: Causes and Solutions
Understanding My Dad's Symptoms: Neck Stiffness and Hand Tremors
請提供您爸爸的症狀內容，我將為您翻譯成英語。 These are my father's symptoms (59 years old). He visited the neurology department at Fengyuan Hospital yesterday, but the doctor only mentioned that it might be due to poor posture (didn't examine or touch him at all). As a result, we have very l...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, based on your description: 1. The neck movement is stiff and not smooth. 2. The right hand shakes while writing, and the lines are not straight. These two points usually require evaluation by a neurologist. As for 3. Snoring during sleep with a similar appearance of not br...[Read More] Understanding My Dad's Symptoms: Neck Stiffness and Hand Tremors
Understanding Snoring in Young Children: Causes and Solutions
Snoring? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask, my daughter is currently two and a half years old, almost three. She has been snoring continuously during her afternoon nap and at night! It doesn't matter whether she sleeps with a pillow or without one, or if she turns over or ge...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Common pediatric snoring is often associated with tonsillar hypertrophy or adenoid hypertrophy. If it persists without improvement, it is recommended to seek evaluation from an otolaryngologist at a hospital. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Dire...[Read More] Understanding Snoring in Young Children: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Recurring Sinusitis in Children: Allergies and Milk Sensitivity
Recurrent sinusitis? Hello, doctor... My child is over six years old and has been experiencing sinusitis symptoms for more than six months. The symptoms recur as soon as medication is stopped. Two doctors have said it is due to allergies. When my child was nearly four years old, ...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Sinusitis and allergic rhinitis are different conditions, and their treatments vary accordingly. It is advisable to seek medical evaluation to clearly differentiate between the two. If blood tests show no allergy to milk, there should be no need to restrict its intake. If ...[Read More] Understanding Recurring Sinusitis in Children: Allergies and Milk Sensitivity
Understanding Sleep Apnea: Symptoms, Concerns, and When to Seek Help
Sleep apnea? Hello doctor, my situation is that during sleep, it feels like I forget how to breathe when my breathing stops, and I also experience a buzzing sound in my head. Although I can resume breathing by turning over, my body feels very heavy and it's difficult to turn...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
You can first visit the otolaryngology outpatient clinic for a physical examination. If the structure is conducive to snoring, further sleep studies can be conducted. Wishing you well.[Read More] Understanding Sleep Apnea: Symptoms, Concerns, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Sleep Apnea: Symptoms, Causes, and Weight Loss Impact
Sleep Apnea Hello, doctor. Recently, for the past month, I often make sounds similar to snoring just before I fall asleep, which startles me awake. Sometimes I also suddenly gasp for air, and the same thing happens again, resulting in poor sleep quality. I have researched a lot a...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if you frequently wake up in the middle of the night or have poor sleep quality, it is recommended to schedule a polysomnography at a hospital to determine if there is an issue with sleep apnea. Wishing you peace and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Director of the Dep...[Read More] Understanding Sleep Apnea: Symptoms, Causes, and Weight Loss Impact
Understanding Loud Snoring and Breathing Issues During Sleep
Sleep apnea with loud snoring? Hello doctor, I often have difficulty breathing and snore loudly when I sleep on my stomach or lie down. I am 175 cm tall and weigh 62 kg, so it seems that these symptoms are not caused by obesity. I would like to ask what the issue might be and how...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
It is recommended to undergo a clinical examination at the outpatient department, as a sleep study may be necessary for a comprehensive assessment. Wishing you well.[Read More] Understanding Loud Snoring and Breathing Issues During Sleep
Understanding Snoring and Breathing Issues During Sleep
Nasal issues Hello Doctor: I snore while sleeping, and when I sleep on my back, I feel like there is an obstruction during exhalation, but inhalation is smooth. When I sleep on my side, I do not have any difficulty exhaling. What could be causing this situation?
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
Sleep apnea or simple snoring may warrant a recommendation for outpatient evaluation and the arrangement of a polysomnography. Wishing you good health![Read More] Understanding Snoring and Breathing Issues During Sleep
Understanding Enlarged Tonsils and Related Health Issues in Children
Pediatric tonsils Hello, Doctor: My child had poor sleep and often snored during infancy. We thought it was due to his flat nose, as he was born with a low nasal bridge. Now he is over 7 years old and in first grade. Recently, he has been experiencing frequent nosebleeds in the m...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
Nasal allergies can lead to thinner nasal mucosa and dark circles under the eyes. An endoscopic examination can be performed in the outpatient clinic. Children often have enlarged tonsils, adenoids, or a thicker chin, which can predispose them to obstructive sleep apnea. For mode...[Read More] Understanding Enlarged Tonsils and Related Health Issues in Children
Understanding Tonsillectomy: Can It Alleviate Your Symptoms?
Plan for Tonsillectomy Surgery Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask about the issue of tonsillitis. Here are the symptoms I currently have: 1. Dry and itchy throat during winter (usually lasts 24 hours a day and continues until the end of winter). 2. Sore throat after prolonged s...
Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
The likelihood of hospitalization due to tonsillitis decreases after a tonsillectomy. Whether snoring or throat pain improves depends on the underlying causes of these symptoms, particularly if they are due to enlarged tonsils. Please consult an otolaryngologist for a thorough ex...[Read More] Understanding Tonsillectomy: Can It Alleviate Your Symptoms?