Understanding Tinnitus: Causes and Concerns After Ear Surgery
Annoying tinnitus Hello, four years ago I had surgery on my right ear due to a cholesteatoma, and now my hearing is almost zero. Over the past year, my previously normal left ear has been experiencing intermittent tinnitus, which lasts for several weeks each time and is very both...
Dr. Chen Duliang Reply:
There are many causes of tinnitus. Please visit our ENT department for a detailed examination and treatment. Wishing you health and happiness. Sincerely, Dr. Chen Du-Liang.[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus: Causes and Concerns After Ear Surgery
Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Effects, and Relief Strategies
Tinnitus... Request for clarification? Dear Sir/Madam, I experience tinnitus every morning upon waking, which sometimes persists throughout the day. A physician previously diagnosed my right ear with sensorineural degeneration leading to severe hearing loss. I am currently 50 ye...
Dr. Chen Duliang Reply:
Hello Mr. Qin Gang: Tinnitus can be alleviated with sedatives, but some patients may not respond to this treatment. When feeling troubled, listening to relaxing music may help reduce the distress caused by tinnitus. Please visit our ENT department for a thorough examination and t...[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Effects, and Relief Strategies
Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Symptoms, and Related Conditions
Tinnitus Hello Dr. Yeh: Since April and May of 1996, I have experienced a very faint tinnitus in my left ear, which later developed in both ears. I have seen doctors and undergone hearing tests, which were normal. I do not have a habit of using headphones or working in noisy envi...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
The doctor mentioned above is correct. As long as it does not affect hearing, it is unrelated to surgery. This article will be organized later on the 【Yeh Da-Wei ENT Clinic website/Health Education】. Everyone is welcome to cite this article, but please indicate the source. ---...[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Symptoms, and Related Conditions
Managing Lipomas: Treatment Options and Tinnitus Concerns
Lipoma I have a long lump behind my right ear, which has been confirmed as a lipoma after various examinations. How should I manage this? Is surgical removal necessary? I have been experiencing tinnitus in both ears for over five years, and the sound has been getting louder. Desp...
Dr. Chen Junliang Reply:
Dan: A lipoma is a benign tumor that can be surgically removed if it grows larger and causes cosmetic concerns. Tinnitus, or ringing in the ears, can have many causes, such as neurodegeneration, otitis media, or middle ear effusion, and it is necessary to conduct relevant examina...[Read More] Managing Lipomas: Treatment Options and Tinnitus Concerns
How to Handle Water Trapped in Your Ear After Showering
After water gets trapped in the ear? After water from a showerhead directly entered my ear, I have been feeling like there is still water trapped inside. Even after using a cotton swab, the situation hasn't improved. Currently, I feel very dizzy, and I can sense the water mo...
Dr. Hong Yiming Reply:
Based on the symptoms you described, it appears to be middle ear effusion. It requires medication and time to resolve. If necessary, drainage may also be needed. Please visit our outpatient clinic for examination and treatment. Thank you.[Read More] How to Handle Water Trapped in Your Ear After Showering
Managing Tinnitus and Insomnia: ENT Consultation Tips
Tinnitus, insomnia? I often experience tinnitus at night while sleeping, accompanied by insomnia. When lying in bed, I also have an itchy throat, which leads to coughing and difficulty swallowing. Additionally, I have hypertension that is being managed with medication. I kindly r...
Dr. Hong Yiming Reply:
There are many causes of tinnitus, including infections, otitis media, middle ear effusion, degeneration, neuritis, and even tumors. It is recommended that you undergo some examinations in the relevant department, after which treatment options can be suggested. Thank you![Read More] Managing Tinnitus and Insomnia: ENT Consultation Tips
Effective Treatments for Tinnitus After Viral Hearing Loss
Tinnitus I have had hearing loss in my left ear since the beginning of this year. After being diagnosed by a physician, it was determined to be caused by a viral infection, but I continue to experience tinnitus. Is there any definitive treatment for this condition?
Dr. Hong Yiming Reply:
Hello, there are many causes of tinnitus, including inflammation, degeneration, toxicity, medication side effects, and even lack of sleep. Approximately 60% of cases can be treated with medication. It is recommended that you first undergo a detailed examination by a specialist be...[Read More] Effective Treatments for Tinnitus After Viral Hearing Loss