Can Vocal Cord Damage from Thyroid Surgery Be Reversed?
Vocal cords Hello Doctor: If a patient undergoes surgery on the thyroid and the recurrent laryngeal nerve is affected, and the vocal cords do not recover on their own after six months, will they never recover permanently? Is it necessary to undergo another surgery to correct the ...
Dr. Chen Junliang Reply:
If the recurrent laryngeal nerve is injured during thyroid surgery, and after six months of observation and treatment there is still no recovery, the chances of recovery are quite low. Surgical intervention by a neurosurgeon may only be considered in cases of severe injury, and e...[Read More] Can Vocal Cord Damage from Thyroid Surgery Be Reversed?
Understanding Thyroid Cysts: Treatment Options and Risks Explained
What should be done about a thyroid cyst? Doctor: Hello, my father was found to have a thyroid cyst during his health check-up. The family medicine physician suggested surgery. I would like to know the necessity of the surgery or other possible solutions. Some relatives and frien...
Dr. Chen Junliang Reply:
Ms. Lin: The management of thyroid cysts is related to their size, location, whether they cause compression, and thyroid function. In some hospitals, general surgery is responsible for the procedure, while in others, it is handled by otolaryngology. I recommend that you undergo f...[Read More] Understanding Thyroid Cysts: Treatment Options and Risks Explained
Treatment Options for Unilateral Vocal Cord Paralysis After Thyroid Surgery
Unilateral vocal cord paralysis Hello Dr. Hsu, I underwent thyroid surgery in July 2001, and after the surgery, I discovered that I have left vocal cord paralysis, which has caused difficulty in speaking and choking while eating and drinking. Are there any treatment options avail...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, your issue may be caused by damage to the left recurrent laryngeal nerve. Further examination and evaluation may be necessary in an outpatient setting.[Read More] Treatment Options for Unilateral Vocal Cord Paralysis After Thyroid Surgery
Should You Consider Surgery for Thyroglossal Duct Cyst?
Do I need surgery for a lingual thyroid cyst? Hello, I am 28 years old and female. During the period of January to February, I noticed what seems to be a "thyroid prominence," but since I am a woman, it shouldn't be present. This lump is somewhat protruding, which ...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Ms. Lin, based on the proposed description, that object is likely a thyroglossal duct cyst. The physician's recommendation is correct; surgical removal is necessary.[Read More] Should You Consider Surgery for Thyroglossal Duct Cyst?
Seeking Help for Unexplained Dizziness and Weakness in Legs
I have a medical condition I would like to inquire about? I have a health issue that I would like to inquire about. Since March, I have noticed that whenever I stand and do anything, my calves and the soles of my feet feel unsteady and weak. If I experience sleep deprivation, I a...
Dr. Jian Huangqi Reply:
Hello Junliang: The sensation of your calves and feet feeling wobbly and weak when standing suggests that you should consult an orthopedic or neurologist. If you are sleep-deprived, it is natural to experience the symptoms you mentioned; improving your sleep will likely resolve t...[Read More] Seeking Help for Unexplained Dizziness and Weakness in Legs
Understanding Low T3 Levels: Implications and What to Watch For
Regarding thyroid blood values? Hello, doctor: I would like to ask about my low T3 levels, while T4 is unknown and TSH is normal. The ultrasound of my thyroid was reported as normal. What does this signify? Should I not be concerned, or is there something I need to pay attention ...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Miss Candy: Your issue should be benign; the ultrasound is normal, and if there are no symptoms of hyperthyroidism, observation is sufficient.[Read More] Understanding Low T3 Levels: Implications and What to Watch For
Unexplained Neck Lumps: When to Seek Medical Attention?
There is an unknown lump on the left side of the neck? Hello: A few years ago, I discovered two or three lumps on the left side of my neck that feel like tumors. There is no such phenomenon on the corresponding area on the right side. They are movable when pressed. The location i...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Hello Miss Fang Yi: 1. Neck tumors are generally classified into two main categories: benign and malignant. If we exclude thyroid tumors located in the anterior lower neck, approximately 50% to 80% of neck tumors are malignant. About 80% of these malignant tumors are metastatic...[Read More] Unexplained Neck Lumps: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Understanding Bitter Taste, Dry Mouth, and Throat Phlegm Issues
Bitter taste on the tongue, lack of flavor, dry mouth, and phlegm in the throat? Bad breath, dry mouth, and ineffective relief despite increased water intake.
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
In the ENT outpatient clinic at Hsinchu Hospital, the condition that takes up the most time and involves the most patients is what is referred to as "globus sensation." Many patients claim that they have heard from friends and family that Dr. Yeh from the ENT department...[Read More] Understanding Bitter Taste, Dry Mouth, and Throat Phlegm Issues
Do You Really Need Surgery for Thyroid Enlargement?
Is surgery always necessary for thyroid enlargement? Hello! I recently visited the hospital due to a swollen area in my neck. The doctor assessed it as a thyroid enlargement. However, my blood tests for T3, T4, and TSH levels were all normal, and only the ultrasound showed the en...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Miss Star: If your blood test results are normal and the ultrasound examination does not raise suspicion of a malignant tumor, you may also choose to opt for observation and follow-up.[Read More] Do You Really Need Surgery for Thyroid Enlargement?