Understanding Throat Pain and Tongue Ulcers: Insights from an ENT Specialist
Left-sided throat pain and a sore on the tongue? Hello Dr. Zheng, I sometimes experience excessive nasal discharge and a slight pain in the left side of my throat after staying up late. I visited an ENT specialist in the morning, initially thinking that my left tonsil might be in...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello! A hole on the side of the tongue may potentially cause pain in the throat on the same side, as they are innervated by the same sensory nerve. You can start with medication and monitor the situation. As for allergic rhinitis, long-term use of corticosteroid nasal sprays is ...[Read More] Understanding Throat Pain and Tongue Ulcers: Insights from an ENT Specialist
Understanding Tongue Issues: What Do These Spots Mean?
Tongue issues? Hello, doctor. Could you please tell me what the small dots in the area I circled in blue are? Is it normal? Thank you, doctor.
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, I cannot see the image. If you are concerned, you may visit the ENT department for an examination. Wishing you peace and good health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Director of the ENT Department, Taoyuan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Understanding Tongue Issues: What Do These Spots Mean?
Understanding Tongue Issues: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Tongue issues? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing discomfort from small bumps on my tongue for the past week. My entire tongue feels tingling, and I have a yellow coating on it. Sometimes my tongue swells, and the edges have indentations from my teeth. I would like to know if...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: It is common to experience inflammation of the tongue. You can start by drinking plenty of water and using anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving medications. If the symptoms persist or worsen, you should seek medical attention for examination and treatment. Wishing you safe...[Read More] Understanding Tongue Issues: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Understanding Tongue Bumps: Could It Be a Viral Wart?
There is a growth on the tongue? Hello doctor, I would like to ask about a raised lesion at the back of my tongue. I feel a strange sensation when swallowing saliva, as if there is something there. Could this be a viral wart? (I am currently undergoing treatment for genital warts...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, there are many reasons for a protruding lump on the tongue, including benign and malignant tumors, viral lesions, small salivary gland cysts, lymphoid hyperplasia, and more. It is advisable to consult an otolaryngologist for an actual examination. Wishing you safety and go...[Read More] Understanding Tongue Bumps: Could It Be a Viral Wart?
Understanding Tongue Coating and Pain: Causes and Remedies
Is there pain when there is a coating on the tongue? Hello doctor, I have recently noticed that there is a coating on both sides of my tongue and on the roof of my mouth. There is also a crack in the middle of my tongue. Sometimes, when I swallow saliva, it feels painful, and it ...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Tongue inflammation is common. It is recommended to reduce the intake of spicy foods, drink plenty of water, and maintain a regular routine. If there is no improvement, please seek medical examination and treatment. Wishing you peace and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi...[Read More] Understanding Tongue Coating and Pain: Causes and Remedies
Understanding Burns from Hot Food: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Food intake burn issues? Hello, doctor. I apologize for having many questions. Recently, due to time constraints, I consumed very hot porridge shortly after it was cooked, which resulted in a burn on a large area of my tongue. I did not spit it out; instead, I kept swallowing. Th...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: It is common for burns to cause inflammation of the throat or esophagus, and prescribing medication is reasonable. As for headaches, heaviness in the head, and body heat, these are generally not related to medication side effects. If discomfort persists, you may consult a ...[Read More] Understanding Burns from Hot Food: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Understanding Tongue Imprints and White-Yellow Coating: Symptoms and Remedies
Tongue with scalloped edges and a white-yellow coating? Hello doctor, I am currently in the United States. Recently, I have suddenly developed teeth marks on the edges of my tongue along with a white-yellow coating on the tongue. I also feel a bit fatigued, and my hands are occas...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: If there are no obvious discomforts, you can start by drinking more water and maintaining a regular routine; it is not necessary to use anti-inflammatory medications. Wishing you safety and health. Director of the Department of Otolaryngology, Taoyuan General Hospital, Min...[Read More] Understanding Tongue Imprints and White-Yellow Coating: Symptoms and Remedies
Feeling of Foreign Body in Throat: Causes and Concerns Explained
Foreign body sensation in the throat? Hello, Dr. Zheng. I was eating pasta too quickly, and it felt like a piece got stuck in my esophagus. I initially wanted to spit it out, but all that came out were chewed pieces, so I gave up. However, when I swallow saliva afterward, my thro...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: If you have a sensation of a foreign body in your throat without significant pain or difficulty swallowing, you can start with self-observation. If there is no severe coughing while eating, it is unlikely to cause aspiration pneumonia. As for the ulcer on your tongue, you ...[Read More] Feeling of Foreign Body in Throat: Causes and Concerns Explained
Understanding Oral Ulcers: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Oral ulceration Hello, doctor! I suddenly have several small sores in my mouth, including on my tongue and the roof of my mouth, and the number is increasing. I usually don't smoke or drink alcohol. Why is this happening? What should I do?
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: It is common to experience a decrease in immunity and viral infections. It is recommended to drink plenty of water and maintain a regular routine. If discomfort persists, it is advisable to seek medical treatment. Wishing you peace and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, ...[Read More] Understanding Oral Ulcers: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding White Bumps Under the Tongue: Causes and Concerns
There are many white bumps under the tongue? Hello doctor, I have noticed many white bumps under the surface of my tongue. I can clearly feel hard protrusions with my fingers, and they have not diminished for over two months. I would like to know if this could be genital warts. A...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: The lesion appears to be a small salivary gland tissue on the tongue, not resembling cauliflower. If you are concerned, you may visit an otolaryngology clinic for confirmation. Wishing you peace and good health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Director of the Department of Ot...[Read More] Understanding White Bumps Under the Tongue: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Sublingual Veins: Normal Anatomy or Cause for Concern?
There are two small short structures on each side of the sublingual vein? Hello Dr. Zheng, I accidentally bit my tongue, and although it has healed, I noticed something unusual while applying oral ointment with a cotton swab. I found two small structures on either side of what I ...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Currently, it is not possible to determine what the small object is. If there are no obvious discomforts, you may observe it yourself for now. If you are concerned, you can visit an otolaryngologist for an examination. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Ju...[Read More] Understanding Sublingual Veins: Normal Anatomy or Cause for Concern?
Understanding Painless Bumps Under the Tongue: ENT Insights
Under the tongue Small, painless, and non-itchy nodules that do not bleed when pressed firmly with a finger.
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, the situation you described may be due to chronic inflammation, viral infection, ulcers, papillomas, malignant lesions, or other pathologies. It is recommended to seek medical evaluation. If necessary, an outpatient biopsy can be performed for pathological examination. Dai...[Read More] Understanding Painless Bumps Under the Tongue: ENT Insights
Understanding Nocturnal Tongue Movements: When to See an ENT Specialist
Tongue thrusting? Hello, doctor: At night while I sleep, my tongue rapidly moves up and down, making a quick sound, and this lasts for about 4 to 5 seconds before stopping. It only occurs during sleep, and once when I went to bed later, my daughter heard it too. This has been hap...
Dr. Ji Zhaoyun Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is recommended to seek medical evaluation through procedures such as nasopharyngoscopy and polysomnography to first confirm: 1) whether there are any abnormal tongue movements or other neurological issues, and 2) if there is any hypoxia associ...[Read More] Understanding Nocturnal Tongue Movements: When to See an ENT Specialist
Understanding Tongue Swelling: Causes and When to Seek Help
Issues with the tongue? Hello Doctor, since I was a child, the left side of my tongue occasionally swells and turns purple, with some red spots appearing. Sometimes it reduces in size to almost match the right side and does not appear purple (more normal), but when swollen, it ca...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Commonly, it may be a hemangioma of the tongue. It is recommended to visit an otolaryngologist for examination. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Director of the Department of Otolaryngology, Taoyuan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Understanding Tongue Swelling: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Persistent Red Bumps on the Tongue: When to Seek Help
A red spot has appeared on the tongue? It has been ongoing for a long time, with mild pain, and it feels like it has gotten a bit larger. Is this normal, doctor?
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: If there is an increase in size, it is recommended to seek medical examination. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Director of the Department of Otolaryngology, Taoyuan General Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Understanding Persistent Red Bumps on the Tongue: When to Seek Help
Red Bump on Tongue: Causes, Symptoms, and When to See a Doctor
A red spot has appeared on the tongue? It has been ongoing for a long time, with mild pain, and it feels like it has gotten a bit larger. Is this normal, doctor?
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: If it continues to grow, it is recommended to seek medical examination for confirmation. Wishing you safety and health! Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Director of the Department of Otolaryngology, Taoyuan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Red Bump on Tongue: Causes, Symptoms, and When to See a Doctor
Understanding Left-Sided Tongue Weakness: Causes and Concerns
Weakness on the left side of the tongue? Hello Doctor, a few days ago I noticed that my tongue tends to tilt slightly to the left when I curl it. I was worried it might be a sign of a stroke, so I kept observing whether my tongue was crooked. I have been stretching and curling my...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: Indeed, discomfort may be related to excessive use of the tongue. However, if the tongue protrudes with asymmetry on both sides or tilts to one side, it is advisable to consult a neurologist or an otolaryngologist for examination. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, ...[Read More] Understanding Left-Sided Tongue Weakness: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Tongue Bites: Laser Treatment, Costs, and Recovery
Biting the tongue? Hello Doctor, I bit my tongue two weeks ago, and it hasn't healed. Now a granulation tissue has formed. I've heard that it can be treated with laser. Could you please advise me on the cost and pain level of the procedure, whether stitches are needed, ...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: If a granuloma is removed through conventional surgery, the wound will be sutured. If it is removed using laser, whether sutures are needed depends on the size of the wound. The recovery period is approximately 1-2 weeks, and pain can be managed with oral medications. As f...[Read More] Understanding Tongue Bites: Laser Treatment, Costs, and Recovery
Understanding White Patches in the Mouth: Causes and Concerns
White patches on the oral mucosa? I have a small white patch on the inner lining of my mouth that is flat and not raised or swollen. It feels rough when I touch it with my tongue. Recently, I have been experiencing sleep deprivation and some stress. I am wondering if these factor...
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello: It is difficult to determine a diagnosis. If you are concerned, you may visit a clinic for an examination. Wishing you peace and good health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Director of the Department of Otolaryngology, Taoyuan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Understanding White Patches in the Mouth: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Small Bumps on the Tongue: ENT Insights
Lingual papillae The area circled in red shows a small bump at the base of the tongue. Is this a sexually transmitted infection?
Dr. Zheng Jueyi Reply:
Hello, it initially appears to be circumvallate papillae at the base of the tongue. If you are concerned, you may seek medical examination for confirmation. Wishing you peace and good health. Sincerely, Dr. Cheng Jue-Yi, Director of the Department of Otolaryngology, Taoyuan Hospi...[Read More] Understanding Small Bumps on the Tongue: ENT Insights