Understanding Tongue Fissures: Causes, Treatment, and Sleep Apnea Connection
There are "cracks" on the tongue..? Hello, doctor. I have a few questions to ask. Since childhood, I have noticed several cracks on the surface of my tongue, and in the past year or two, I have observed that these cracks have become larger. Could you please explain why ...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Based on the description of the issue, there are no signs of tumors or inflammation. For further confirmation, please consult the ENT outpatient department of our hospital.[Read More] Understanding Tongue Fissures: Causes, Treatment, and Sleep Apnea Connection
Why Does My Tongue Bleed After Eating Sour Foods?
Bleeding from the tongue? When I eat sour foods, my tongue starts to bleed, for example, when I eat ketchup or sour candies, I feel astringent in my mouth. What could be the problem? The bleeding lasts a long time and scares me! Eventually, it stops slowly. Should I see an ENT sp...
Dr. Chen Junliang Reply:
Hello, Miss Oui. Bleeding from the tongue can sometimes be caused by a deficiency in vitamin C, which makes the oral cavity more prone to inflammation and bleeding. However, it can also be due to other factors such as tumors. Therefore, it is recommended to visit an otolaryngolog...[Read More] Why Does My Tongue Bleed After Eating Sour Foods?
Understanding Sleep Apnea: Surgery vs. Laser Treatment for Nasal Issues
Sleep Apnea Dear Sir/Madam, I have been suffering from sleep apnea for three to four years. One doctor suggested that I should first undergo surgery for a deviated septum, while another said that the deviation is not severe and that I could proceed directly with laser treatment....
Dr. Chen Junliang Reply:
Hello Amin: First, let me explain nasal septum deviation: Symptoms of nasal septum deviation include nasal congestion and occasional nosebleeds. If there are no symptoms, no active treatment is necessary. Correction of nasal septum deviation requires surgery rather than laser tre...[Read More] Understanding Sleep Apnea: Surgery vs. Laser Treatment for Nasal Issues