Understanding Tongue Fissures: Causes, Treatment, and Sleep Apnea Connection
There are "cracks" on the tongue..? Hello, doctor. I have a few questions to ask. Since childhood, I have noticed several cracks on the surface of my tongue, and in the past year or two, I have observed that these cracks have become larger. Could you please explain why ...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Based on the description of the issue, there are no signs of tumors or inflammation. For further confirmation, please consult the ENT outpatient department of our hospital.[Read More] Understanding Tongue Fissures: Causes, Treatment, and Sleep Apnea Connection
Understanding Snoring: Causes and Solutions for Sleep Disruptions
Snoring during sleep? I have had a long-standing issue with headaches. Recently, I have been snoring while sleeping, and I wake up due to my own snoring. What could be the cause?
Dr. Chen Duliang Reply:
Mr. Wu: Snoring during sleep may be caused by nasal congestion, enlargement of the tissues in the throat, such as the soft palate, uvula, and tonsils. These factors can lead to airway obstruction during sleep due to body position, resulting in snoring. Different causes require di...[Read More] Understanding Snoring: Causes and Solutions for Sleep Disruptions
Understanding Snoring: Treatment Options and Costs Explained
Snoring Hello Doctor, I snore while sleeping. A few days ago, I visited a doctor for a cold and discussed this issue with him. He advised me to wait until my cold is resolved before undergoing an examination, as it would yield more accurate results. Regarding my issue, the doct...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Health insurance covers the procedure, and you can undergo surgery at a medical center. Hsinchu Hospital no longer has such equipment.[Read More] Understanding Snoring: Treatment Options and Costs Explained
Understanding Sleep Apnea: Surgery vs. Laser Treatment for Nasal Issues
Sleep Apnea Dear Sir/Madam, I have been suffering from sleep apnea for three to four years. One doctor suggested that I should first undergo surgery for a deviated septum, while another said that the deviation is not severe and that I could proceed directly with laser treatment....
Dr. Chen Junliang Reply:
Hello Amin: First, let me explain nasal septum deviation: Symptoms of nasal septum deviation include nasal congestion and occasional nosebleeds. If there are no symptoms, no active treatment is necessary. Correction of nasal septum deviation requires surgery rather than laser tre...[Read More] Understanding Sleep Apnea: Surgery vs. Laser Treatment for Nasal Issues
Dealing with Nighttime Drooling and Snoring: ENT Insights
Salivating during sleep can lead to an unpleasant odor, and sometimes I can hear myself snoring while I sleep? I do not have cavities, my bowel movements are not very regular, and my oral hygiene is good. However, I tend to drool while sleeping, and my breath is often foul. I als...
Dr. Chen Duliang Reply:
Hello Ms. A.B. Ling: There are many causes of halitosis, including sinusitis, oral hygiene issues, gastrointestinal discomfort, liver disease, etc. Please visit our ENT department for a thorough examination. Wishing you health and happiness. Dr. Chen Du-Liang, ENT Specialist.[Read More] Dealing with Nighttime Drooling and Snoring: ENT Insights
Understanding Chronic Nasal Congestion: Causes and Solutions
Chronic nasal congestion Since returning to Taipei from Pingtung after military service this July, I have frequently experienced nasal congestion, but I do not have any other cold symptoms. This has not happened to me before! I would appreciate any advice you could provide. Thank...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Sometimes it is like this. If medication continues to be ineffective and nasal congestion persists, surgical intervention should be considered. In the clinic of Dr. Da-Wei Yeh, an ENT specialist, common symptoms such as cough, headache, dizziness, and nasal congestion are frequ...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Nasal Congestion: Causes and Solutions
Can Sinusitis Be Cured with Western and Traditional Medicine?
Sinusitis I have been prone to snoring for many years, and my mouth and nose often emit an unpleasant odor. A few days ago, a traditional Chinese medicine doctor diagnosed me with sinusitis. I am wondering if taking both traditional and Western medicine can cure it completely?
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Delia Lin: The main symptoms of sinusitis include purulent nasal discharge, facial swelling and pain, headaches, nasal congestion, and tenderness around the eyes. There may also be a foul odor from the nasal passages, and nasal congestion can lead to snoring. Sinusitis is typical...[Read More] Can Sinusitis Be Cured with Western and Traditional Medicine?
Exploring New Treatments for Loud Snoring: ENT Insights
Snoring Loud snoring can be bothersome, and there are several newer treatment options available. Please let me know if you would like more information. Thank you!
Dr. Chen Duliang Reply:
Hello, Xiaoyu: There are many reasons that can lead to loud snoring, such as relaxation of the pharyngeal constrictor muscles, mandibular deformities, retrognathia, macroglossia, nasal obstruction, hypertrophy of the pharyngeal tonsils, adenoid hypertrophy, and obesity. The treat...[Read More] Exploring New Treatments for Loud Snoring: ENT Insights