Sore throat, Otolaryngology FAQ

Understanding Ear Infections: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment for Kids

Otitis media Hello Dr. Chen: I would like to ask about a child who has a sore throat and a fever reaching 40 degrees Celsius. Could this be due to tonsillitis or tonsil hypertrophy, or are there other conditions to consider? How should we prevent and treat this? Thank you for you...

Dr. Chen Junliang Reply:
Hello, Miss: Sore throat and a fever reaching 40 degrees Celsius may indicate acute tonsillitis, as well as acute laryngitis or acute otitis media. To prevent colds, in addition to maintaining a regular lifestyle and consuming vitamin C-rich fruits, it is advisable to avoid crowd...

Recurring Sore Throat: Understanding Persistent Cold Symptoms

Frequent colds? Recently, I'm not sure if it's due to the weather changes, but I've been experiencing a sore and itchy throat. Since I have a performance coming up, I hurriedly went to see a doctor. After taking some medication, it seemed to improve. However, a cou...

Dr. Cai Zhenggu Reply:
Hello Miss Hsiao-Hua: Based on your description, it seems you have an upper respiratory infection. Currently, due to the rapid increase in cars and motorcycles, there is a significant amount of exhaust emissions leading to severe air pollution. Individuals with more sensitive con...

Persistent Dry Cough: Understanding Causes and Solutions

Dry cough Hello. I have been coughing for the past two weeks, but there is no phlegm. The coughing is often very distressing, and I also feel pain throughout my chest and experience tightness in my chest. However, I do not have a cold, do not smoke, and have not been exposed to s...

Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Miss Star: Based on your symptoms, it is likely not a bacterial infection but rather an allergic cause. Here is some information for your reference: ┌─── 　■ Yeh Da-Wei ENT Clinic Medical Education ■　 ─── 2000/01/24 The leading dizziness physician in the Zhukiao area, a pionee...

Understanding Flu Complications: When to Seek Further Medical Help

Influenza At first, I had a fever, followed by a runny nose, cough, and sore throat. After seeing a doctor and taking medication, there was no improvement. I went to another doctor, and that same night, after taking a dose of medication, I felt weakness in my limbs, dizziness, an...

Dr. Cai Zhenggu Reply:
Hello, thank you: The symptoms you described, such as runny nose, cough, and sore throat, are symptoms of influenza, while bronchitis and pneumonia are considered complications. Response from ENT specialist Dr. Tsai Cheng-ku.

Understanding Persistent Throat Discomfort: Causes and Solutions

Sore throat? I usually experience symptoms of a cold that start with a sore throat, where I feel like there's something stuck when swallowing. The discomfort worsens day by day, making it uncomfortable even when I'm not swallowing. After that, I begin to have nasal cong...

Dr. Chen Duliang Reply:
Hello Sophia: Basically, upper respiratory infections can be aided by a balanced and adequate diet, as well as proper rest, to help the body recover more quickly. Please visit our ENT department for a detailed examination and treatment. Wishing you health and happiness, Dr. Chen.

Understanding Throat Inflammation and Its Connection to Ear Infections

Common cold Doctor, I would like to ask: every time I feel like I'm getting a cold, I always experience throat inflammation and pain, along with a bit of overall weakness and a migraine that is located in my forehead. However, after a few days, I develop a high fever. Does t...

Dr. Hong Yiming Reply:
Hello, a sore throat, headache, and high fever are common symptoms of influenza. However, if these symptoms persist for a long time and are severe, it may indicate other complications. Given your situation, it is likely that you have recurrent tonsillitis. I recommend that you se...

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