Tongue, Otolaryngology FAQ - Page 7

Tongue Inquiry Consultation Hello Dr. Cheng, Today, I noticed a protrusion on the middle to back part of my tongue (near the base). The protrusion is slightly pink overall, but there are some dark areas on the right side. After researching, I found that this protrusion could pos...

Oral mucosal issues Hello Doctor: I do not have a habit of smoking, drinking, or chewing betel nut. About three weeks ago, I noticed some abnormalities on the left side of my oral cavity (as shown in the image). It feels rough when I touch it with my tongue, but it is not painful...

Tonsillitis and pharyngitis? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing recurrent inflammation of my tonsils, which sometimes improves but then flares up again. Additionally, I have had persistent throat inflammation for a long time. I previously consulted a traditional Chinese medic...

How long does it take for taste buds to recover? Hello Dr. Zheng, I am the one who inquired about excessive cleaning of the tongue yesterday. Should I see an oral surgeon for this condition, or would it be more appropriate to consult an otolaryngologist or a neurologist? I'm...

How long does it take for taste buds to recover? Hello, in February I had a cold and after taking medication for several days, I suddenly noticed that food tasted bland. Initially, I thought it was due to the cold medication affecting my sense of taste, so I stopped taking the me...

Tongue issues? Noticing a thick coating on the tongue that is yellow and black can be concerning. This condition may not be normal and could indicate an underlying issue, such as poor oral hygiene, dehydration, or an infection. It is advisable to consult a healthcare professional...

Tongue issues? Recently, I have developed small bumps on the left side of my tongue, quite a few of them, located in the middle part of the tongue and along the sides. It has been two weeks and they still haven't healed, but two days ago, they stopped hurting. However, there...

A chicken bone has been lodged in the throat for about two weeks? Hello doctor, about two weeks ago, I accidentally swallowed a small chicken bone that was approximately 2 to 3 centimeters long while eating, and it got stuck in my left throat. Despite trying various methods, I ha...

Respiratory issues Hello Doctor: Since around January of this year, I have been experiencing episodes of breathlessness, sometimes feeling like I am about to suffocate. For instance, when I walk for a while and then stop, I suddenly feel like my airway is blocked for a second or ...

A polyp resembling pus growing under the tongue can be painful? As mentioned in the title, I started developing a polyp under my tongue a couple of days ago. It hurts when I eat or accidentally touch it while swallowing saliva, and it seems to be getting progressively more painfu...

A white, painless lesion under the tongue? There is a white, round bump about 0.5 cm in size under my tongue that is not painful, and there is a little white area next to it. It has been present for over a year. Should I see a doctor?

Nasal, cervical, and ear-related issues? Hello, doctor. I have some questions I would like to ask for clarification. 1. About 1.2 months ago, a nasal endoscopy revealed some swelling, but the doctor did not think it was a tumor. After performing a neck ultrasound, a 1.5 cm lymp...

When swallowing, there is always a concern about choking, which leads to swallowing forcefully? Hello doctor, I am currently 20 years old and have never had any swallowing issues before. However, last month I choked on some noodles, and since then, I have been worried about choki...

Throat issues Hello Doctor, I would like to consult you. I have been experiencing sharp pain on the left side of my throat wall extending to the base of my tongue for six months, accompanied by a sensation of a foreign body. The symptoms persist throughout the day; swallowing sal...

Granulomatous inflammation Recently, I developed what appears to be a granuloma under my tongue. Initially, it was red with a slightly white tip, and it hurts when touched. After applying a bit of vinegar, it changed to a normal flesh color. When I saw a doctor, they mentioned th...

What are the solutions for an enlarged base of the tongue? Hello, doctor. Last year, I underwent an examination and found that I have a level 2 obstruction in the retrolingual space during sleep, while the rest were rated 0. I often have poor sleep and experience light sleep. My ...

There are three white nodules on the tip of the tongue? It has been present for three days and continues to be painful. Just moving my tongue slightly to touch my teeth or drinking cold or hot beverages causes pain. Additionally, there is a noticeable hard ring around the white g...

There is a red patch on the tongue? Last Saturday, I noticed a red patch on my tongue, but I don't recall eating anything hot the day before that could have caused a burn. As of now, it hasn't improved, and it seems like there are small bumps on my tongue as well. What ...

Swollen lymph nodes after tooth extraction? Hello Dr. Zheng, I would like to ask you a question. After having my right wisdom tooth extracted on the 11th of this month, I noticed swelling around the wound about a week later, along with some pus. I also developed several sores on...

Tongue pain A month ago, I started experiencing pain in my tongue, initially just at the tip, but later it spread to the sides and the middle of the tongue, resembling a burning sensation. I also have similar burning pain in the hard palate. Additionally, the gums on both sides a...