Tinnitus, Otolaryngology FAQ

Understanding Pulsatile Tinnitus: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Pulsatile tinnitus in the right ear? Right ear unilateral pulsatile tinnitus started with low-frequency swirling sounds, now it's high-frequency pain in the right ear, which has also spread to the left ear. I experience headaches that shift from side to side, and my left ear...

Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, the issues you mentioned could be due to: 1) Eustachian tube dysfunction: This is the most common cause and can occur not only during flying, climbing, or diving, but also when forcefully blowing your nose or bending over. 2) Vascular issues. 3) Otitis media: a) Acute otit...

Persistent Right Ear Pain and Pulsatile Tinnitus: Seeking Solutions

I have had pain in my right ear for a month? I am 166.5 cm tall and weigh 72 kg. I experience pulsatile tinnitus in my right ear every night. Initially, it was a low-frequency whirl, but now it has become a high-frequency single tone. My right ear hurts daily, and sometimes I fee...

Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: It is difficult to determine. If the symptoms persist without improvement, it is recommended to return for a medical examination and evaluation. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Director of the Department of Otolaryngology, Taoyuan General Hospit...

Understanding Nasal and Ear Symptoms: When to Seek Further Evaluation

Nasopharyngeal-related issues? Hello Dr. Chi, I have been experiencing issues with allergic rhinitis and post-nasal drip, with my nasal discharge being clear. About three months ago, I noticed blood streaks when I coughed up mucus after waking up one morning (this happened only...

Managing Ear Infections: Medication Concerns and Side Effects

Medication issues for otitis media? The physician diagnosed otitis media and prescribed Curam 625mg (Clavulanic acid 125mg + Amoxicillin 500mg), Loratadine 5mg + Pseudoephedrine 120mg, expectorant effervescent tablets, and Acetaminophen 500mg. Currently, there are no symptoms of ...

Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: If you are experiencing difficulty urinating, you may discontinue Loratadine 5mg + Pseudoephedrine 120mg. If there is no pain or fever, you may consider stopping Acetaminophen 500mg. If symptoms persist without improvement, it is recommended to continue follow-up visits fo...

Understanding Pulsatile Tinnitus: Concerns After Vaccination

There is a whooshing sound in the ear? I would like to ask the doctor about a ringing sound in my ear that seems to have started after receiving a vaccine. Initially, it only occurred in certain positions, but now it happens 24 hours a day. After researching online, I feel it mig...

Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Generally, if there are no obvious other neurological symptoms, there should be no immediate risk. It is recommended to wait until the examination is completed before returning for a follow-up check. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Director of t...

Understanding Tinnitus: Can Sleep Patterns and Anxiety Affect Your Ears?

Tinnitus has been a concern for one year? Hello, I have visited the ENT department at Taipei Hospital multiple times for tinnitus. I underwent detailed hearing tests, including a pressure test in a soundproof room, and the results showed normal hearing without any damage. However...

Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
When the cause of tinnitus cannot be identified, it is most likely due to the degeneration of the auditory nerve, similar to the aging phenomenon of presbyopia. It is recommended to maintain nerve health and ensure adequate rest. Wishing you peace and well-being.

Understanding Steroid Injections for Ear Congestion: Recovery Insights

Recovery speed after intratympanic steroid injection for unexplained ear fullness? In mid-January, I received a phone call and noticed that I couldn't hear clearly in my left ear. However, after a hearing test, the results were normal. Starting in February, I began experienc...

Understanding Ear Issues: Symptoms, Causes, and Hearing Health Tips

Ear problems Hello Doctor, three days ago I started feeling some discomfort and slight pain in my left ear. When I woke up yesterday, I even felt my eardrum pulsating three times, especially while listening to the radio. Although I wasn't using headphones and was playing it ...

Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if you continue to feel discomfort in your ears or experience hearing difficulties, it is recommended to visit an otolaryngologist for examination and confirmation. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Head of the Department of Otolaryngology, Taoyua...

Understanding Tinnitus, Throat Discomfort, and Lymph Node Swelling

Tinnitus followed by a sensation of a lump in the throat and swollen lymph nodes in the chest? Hello, doctor! A month ago, I experienced severe tinnitus (which I have never had before) and was later diagnosed by a doctor with nasal allergies (which I have also never had before). ...

Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, these issues may indeed be related to each other; however, some conditions should be evaluated to rule them out. 1. Severe tinnitus one month ago (which you have never experienced before) could be due to: 1) Eustachian tube dysfunction: This is the most common cause ...

Understanding Tinnitus: Causes, Treatments, and Impact on Sleep

Tinnitus issues? Recently, I have been experiencing tinnitus in my right ear, especially at night when I hear a buzzing sound that disrupts my sleep. Sometimes, I also feel drowsy during the day. I later visited the hospital, where the doctor prescribed medication and arranged fo...

Understanding Ear Congestion, Tinnitus, and Possible Meniere's Disease

Ear congestion, ear fullness, and tinnitus? Hello, Doctor! Initially, I experienced a sensation of ear fullness. I consulted two doctors at clinics, and they both said it was just an imbalance between the inner and outer ear. They also performed an endoscopic examination and rule...

Understanding Ear Congestion: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions

Ear fullness sensation Hello Doctor: When I ride in a car on mountain roads, I experience a sensation of fullness in both ears (decreased hearing), which returns to normal within about an hour. Occasionally, while taking the MRT, I suddenly experience tinnitus (less frequent). At...

Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, the issues you mentioned could be due to: 1) Eustachian tube dysfunction: This is the most common cause and can occur not only during flying, mountain climbing, or diving, but also when forcefully blowing your nose or bending over. 2) Sudden sensorineural hearing loss. 3) ...

Understanding Ear Congestion and Sounds: Causes and Solutions

Ear popping sound? One day, I suddenly noticed a feeling of fullness in my left ear, accompanied by tinnitus that lasted about five seconds and a slight decrease in hearing. When I slept on my side, it felt like there was fluid flowing into both ears, but the external auditory ca...

Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, the issues you mentioned could be due to: 1) Eustachian tube dysfunction: This is the most common cause and can occur not only during flying, hiking, or diving, but also when forcefully blowing your nose or bending over. 2) Sudden sensorineural hearing loss. 3) Otitis medi...

Understanding Ear Congestion and Eustachian Tube Issues: Causes and Solutions

Ear fullness and Eustachian tube dysfunction? Hello, Doctor: When I was a child, I sometimes experienced sudden ear congestion (with reduced hearing) while traveling on mountain roads, which could take several minutes to recover. When taking the bus or MRT, I occasionally experie...

Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, common issues related to Eustachian tube dysfunction may arise. If the hearing test and tympanometry from the ENT examination are normal, it may be advisable to consult a neurologist to check for other neurological function-related problems. Wishing you safety and health. ...

Understanding Post-Repair Ear Drum Discomfort and Pain Management

After a ruptured eardrum has healed? About a year ago, I had a ruptured eardrum. After it healed, I still often feel discomfort, pressure, or intermittent pain. Different doctors have examined me and said that it has healed, and occasional discomfort is normal. However, recently ...

Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
Healing takes about one to two months for the eardrum to become thicker and more resilient. During this period, it is advised to avoid excessive stimulation of the eardrum. Wishing you well.

Understanding High-Pitched Sounds and Sensitivity in Your Ears

Is sensitivity to higher-pitched sounds and an increased sensitivity to louder noises indicative of hearing problems? Hello, Doctor. I have some questions regarding my ears. 1. About two years ago, I started hearing some faint, high-pitched sounds at night. These sounds do not ...

Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
Physiological tinnitus often occurs in young individuals with insufficient sleep or in the elderly population. Based on your description, you may be experiencing auditory sensitivity or Eustachian tube dysfunction. However, there is also a significant proportion of pathological t...

Understanding Auditory Hallucinations and Hearing Issues in Seniors

Auditory abnormalities, hearing issues, hallucinations? Dr. Lee, This post is regarding a consultation for a family elder. The elder is a 76-year-old female. Six months ago, she reported that she could always hear a pleasant sound resembling wind chimes, which sometimes lasts f...

Dr. Li Jiaxuan Reply:
It is likely a form of tinnitus or pulsatile tinnitus, which is mostly a normal physiological degeneration but may also have pathological possibilities. It is recommended to visit an otolaryngology clinic for hearing and EEG examinations. Wishing you good health.

Understanding Hearing Issues: Tinnitus and Ear Discomfort Explained

Hearing problems Hello, Dr. Chi. The day before yesterday, I stayed in a store for about an hour, and the ambient noise inside was a very high-frequency sound that made me feel a bit dizzy. After I came out, I experienced tinnitus in my right ear, and sounds seemed muffled, with ...

Treatment Options for Hearing Loss Due to Acoustic Trauma

Auditory nerve damage Hello doctor, my father experienced tinnitus when he was young due to a gunshot fired by another soldier near his ear during target practice. He has been hearing a cicada-like sound ever since, and his hearing in that ear is also poor; he uses the other ear ...

Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, if it is sensorineural hearing loss, there are no medications that can significantly improve hearing. You may consider using hearing aids for assistance. For more detailed information, please visit the ENT department at a hospital or clinic for a hearing assessment and fur...

Treatment Options for Hearing Loss and Tinnitus from Ear Trauma

Auditory nerve damage Hello doctor, my father experienced tinnitus when he was young due to a gunshot fired by another soldier near his ear during target practice. He has been hearing a ringing sound ever since, similar to cicadas, and his hearing in that ear is also poor; he use...

Previous｜Page ｜Next