Understanding Tonsillitis: Symptoms, Risks, and Treatment Options
Regarding the tonsils? Hello Dr. Yeh, I have been prone to colds since I was young, and every time I catch a cold, my tonsils always become inflamed. Sometimes, even without a cold, my tonsils still easily become inflamed. Yesterday, when I visited the doctor, he mentioned that ...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Mr. Hsiao-Chuan, the tonsils are part of the human immune system. They should not be removed unless absolutely necessary. It is important to treat tonsillitis as soon as possible.[Read More] Understanding Tonsillitis: Symptoms, Risks, and Treatment Options
Persistent Throat Mucus: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Frequent phlegm in the throat? I have persistent phlegm in my throat that I can't seem to cough up, and it doesn't feel like cold symptoms. I previously visited a doctor who mentioned that my tonsils are enlarged, which makes me more susceptible to colds. Older generati...
Dr. Cai Hongyan Reply:
1. This is chronic pharyngitis, generally caused by gastroesophageal reflux. 2. If it is chronic throat pain, the tonsils may also be involved; it is recommended to consult an otolaryngologist for evaluation.[Read More] Persistent Throat Mucus: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Persistent Throat Discomfort: Seeking Solutions for Foreign Body Sensation
Foreign body sensation in the throat? About five years ago, while eating, I accidentally swallowed a small piece of squid without chewing it properly because I was eating too quickly. Unfortunately, the transparent cartilage inside the squid got stuck in my throat and esophagus. ...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Mr. The sensation of a foreign body has not disappeared, which may be due to psychological factors. You can visit either Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital or Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital. Here is an article for your reference. Dr. Yeh Da-Wei from the Hsinchu Hospi...[Read More] Persistent Throat Discomfort: Seeking Solutions for Foreign Body Sensation
Understanding Throat Noises: Causes and Solutions for Vocal Issues
Is there noise when speaking? I have been experiencing continuous colds since February of this year for about a month. After recovering, I noticed that whenever I sing or speak, it feels like there is something phlegmy stuck in my throat, accompanied by a rattling sound when I sp...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Ms. Wenwen, you have chronic pharyngitis. It is also possible that you are experiencing excessive phlegm. To improve your voice, the principle is to avoid overusing your vocal cords. Here is an article for your reference, and please visit my website at http://dryeh.vclxx.org to r...[Read More] Understanding Throat Noises: Causes and Solutions for Vocal Issues
Understanding Throat Issues: Managing Symptoms from Medications
Throat issues Hello, Dr. Yeh. I am currently taking medications from the urology department, specifically (1) Detrusitol 2mg, (2) Tofranil 25mg, and (3) Elmiron 100mg. I am aware that one of the side effects of (2) is dry mouth, but I often experience hoarseness and a noticeable ...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Ms. Elma, the sensation of a foreign body may be due to individual physiological issues. There are no specific medications to treat this condition. Here is an article for your reference from the Hsinchu Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare, authored by Dr. Yeh Da-Wei. ...[Read More] Understanding Throat Issues: Managing Symptoms from Medications
Impact of Tonsillectomy on Health and Vocal Cords: What You Need to Know
Does tonsillectomy have any effects on the body? Does it affect the vocal cords? Hello, Dr. Tsai: I often experience colds, sore throat, cough, and enlarged tonsils. Would it be better to have my tonsils removed? Which specialty clinic should I visit for a tonsillectomy?
Dr. Cai Zhenggu Reply:
Hello Mr. Chia-Ming: If you experience recurrent tonsillitis more than five times a year, it is advisable to consider a tonsillectomy. You should consult an otolaryngologist for the procedure.[Read More] Impact of Tonsillectomy on Health and Vocal Cords: What You Need to Know
Uneven Tonsil Enlargement: Should You Worry About Cancer?
Asymmetrical enlargement of the tonsils? The tonsils are asymmetrically enlarged, with one side appearing to have a slight bruise, but there is no pain in the throat or tonsils, only redness and swelling without heat or pain. Swallowing is normal, and there is a frequent occurren...
Dr. Cai Zhenggu Reply:
Hello Popo~~ Based on your description, it doesn't seem like tonsil cancer, but rather chronic pharyngitis caused by post-nasal drip.[Read More] Uneven Tonsil Enlargement: Should You Worry About Cancer?
Understanding Tonsil Crypts: Causes and Solutions for Foul Odors
Tonsillar crypts often contain foul-smelling yellowish-white substances? Dear Dr. Tsai, I have been experiencing issues for over two years since an episode of tonsillitis. I have been finding white, foul-smelling substances in the crypts of my tonsils. Initially, I could cough t...
Dr. Cai Zhenggu Reply:
Hello Ms. CC: Using saline solution for gargling is less effective; it is recommended to switch to mouthwashes like Day and Night for better results. After tonsillectomy, this issue will not occur.[Read More] Understanding Tonsil Crypts: Causes and Solutions for Foul Odors
Understanding Throat Issues: Causes and Solutions for Persistent Symptoms
Throat issues!! Hello Doctor, four years ago I had surgery for a deviated septum. In recent years, I have felt quite well, but I occasionally experience an unpleasant odor in my mouth. Sometimes, I also notice small white particles coming from my throat that have a very foul smel...
Dr. Cai Zhenggu Reply:
Hello, Guo: The white particles in the mouth are not nasal secretions; they are formed by a mixture of epithelial cells from the tonsils and food debris. Changes in weather can lead to throat inflammation, which is related to nasal issues. It is essential to treat both the nose a...[Read More] Understanding Throat Issues: Causes and Solutions for Persistent Symptoms
Understanding Laser Surgery for Snoring: Uvulopalatoplasty and Tonsil Removal
May I ask if your hospital uses laser cutting for uvulopalatopharyngoplasty and uvulopalatopharyngeal surgery? Could you please tell me what treatments your hospital offers for snoring? If it is caused by enlarged tonsils or an elongated uvula leading to a narrowed oropharynx, wo...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Hello: In response to your inquiry, based on your symptoms, a traditional uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP) should be performed. This is a conventional surgical procedure, not a laser surgery, and you will need to stay in the hospital for about a week postoperatively. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Laser Surgery for Snoring: Uvulopalatoplasty and Tonsil Removal
Feeling of a Lump in Throat: Causes and When to Seek Further Help
Frequent sensation of a foreign body sensation in the throat? Hello: I often feel like there is a foreign body stuck in my throat when swallowing saliva, but I do not feel any pain. This has been going on for some time. After an examination, the doctor said there were no abnormal...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Mr. Xiang, regarding your question, I provide this article for your reference. Dr. Yeh Da-Wei from the Hsinchu Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare states, "Doctor, I feel like something is stuck in my throat. This has been going on for several months, and I'v...[Read More] Feeling of a Lump in Throat: Causes and When to Seek Further Help
Understanding Ear Popping Sounds: Causes and Remedies for Throat Issues
The popping sound in the ears? Hello, Doctor. Sometimes when I swallow saliva, I hear a popping sound in my ears, especially when my throat feels uncomfortable or when my tonsils are swollen. Could this be caused by the discomfort in my throat? Additionally, my tonsils often swel...
Dr. Cai Zhenggu Reply:
Hello, A-Cheng: 1. It is possible. 2. There may be adverse effects; antibiotics can help control inflammation.[Read More] Understanding Ear Popping Sounds: Causes and Remedies for Throat Issues
Understanding Tonsillitis: Symptoms, Causes, and Diagnostic Tests
I have a question regarding tonsillitis... Please respond quickly, doctor? Hello, doctor... I have been experiencing tonsillitis for over a week now. I took medication and felt a bit better, but it has relapsed. The pain has been unbearable these past few days; even eating, drink...
Dr. Jian Huangqi Reply:
Hello Ajie: Treatment for tonsillitis with medication requires more than two weeks. You should consult an otolaryngologist. Thank you. Sincerely, Dr. Jian Huangqi, Head of Otolaryngology.[Read More] Understanding Tonsillitis: Symptoms, Causes, and Diagnostic Tests
Can Tonsil Removal Improve Chronic Infections and Bad Breath?
Tonsils Due to repeated infections of the tonsils, multiple "crypts" have formed on the tonsils, and I often feel like there are light yellow foreign bodies trapped in these crypts. This causes me to experience bad breath and a sensation of difficulty swallowing. Someti...
Dr. Hu Kexin Reply:
Hello: The surface of the tonsils has many "crypts," which can trap food debris or epithelial cell secretions, leading to the presence of light yellow or white foreign bodies. This is more likely to occur in patients with tonsillar hypertrophy. If this causes discomfort...[Read More] Can Tonsil Removal Improve Chronic Infections and Bad Breath?
Unusual Throat Sensation: What Could That Strange Taste Be?
There is something strange in my throat? For about a month now, I've been feeling something strange in my throat! It's not difficulty swallowing, but when I eat, there's an unusual taste. Sometimes I can cough it out, but it's difficult, so I still experience ...
Dr. Cai Zhenggu Reply:
Hello, A-Qi: That is a substance formed by the shedding of cells from the surface of the tonsils mixed with food debris.[Read More] Unusual Throat Sensation: What Could That Strange Taste Be?
Understanding Snoring and Nasal Issues in Children: Causes and Solutions
Regarding nasal issues? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about my son, who is currently in the first grade. Ever since he started school, he has been snoring loudly every night, which he never did before. He had a mild cold with a little cough previously and was on medication,...
Dr. Xu Jiazhen Reply:
Hello: In response to your question: Your son is experiencing mouth breathing due to the enlargement of the lymphatic tissue in the nasopharynx, which we refer to as adenoids. This enlargement obstructs the choanae, leading to snoring during sleep, especially when he has a cold, ...[Read More] Understanding Snoring and Nasal Issues in Children: Causes and Solutions
Does Tonsillectomy Lead to Hair Loss and Other Health Issues?
Does tonsillectomy have any adverse effects on the body in the future? I have noticed an increase in my daily hair loss since I had my tonsils removed three years ago. Could this hair loss issue be caused by the tonsillectomy? Additionally, I recently heard from a traditional Chi...
Dr. Ye Dawei Reply:
Mr. Eric: The removal of the tonsils is not related to hair loss and will not decrease your immunity. It has no adverse effects on the body. As for maintaining your health, you can follow general wellness practices.[Read More] Does Tonsillectomy Lead to Hair Loss and Other Health Issues?
Does Tonsil Removal Cause Increased Hair Loss? Expert Insights
Questions about the tonsils? Hello, doctor. I have heard that removing the tonsils after reaching adulthood can actually be beneficial for the body and that there are no side effects. Is this true? However, I had my tonsils removed three years ago, and since then, I have noticed ...
Dr. Chen Junliang Reply:
Hello Mr. A-Chen: 1. Tonsillectomy has its indications and should only be performed when necessary. 2. The tonsils are part of the lymphatic system, and their removal is not related to hair loss.[Read More] Does Tonsil Removal Cause Increased Hair Loss? Expert Insights
Understanding Snoring: Causes, Risks, and Treatment Options
Snoring can be alarming? My boyfriend's snoring is truly thunderous when he sleeps. It sounds like he can't catch his breath. Not only does it scare me and keep me awake, but I'm also genuinely worried that he might actually struggle to breathe. Why does this happe...
Dr. Cai Zhenggu Reply:
Hello, regarding snoring: The cause of snoring is often due to enlarged tonsils or an elongated uvula, which leads to a narrowing of the oropharyngeal cavity. When air passes through this constricted space, its velocity increases (according to the principles of fluid dynamics), c...[Read More] Understanding Snoring: Causes, Risks, and Treatment Options
Uneven Tonsils and Persistent Mucus: What You Need to Know
The tonsils are asymmetrical in size and may expel semi-solid substances? Hello Doctor: For the past two years, I have noticed that my tonsils are asymmetrical, with one side being larger than the other. Occasionally, the larger tonsil expels small, semi-solid particles, which I ...
Dr. Hu Kexin Reply:
The structure of the tonsils (medically referred to as "palatine tonsils") is quite unique; their surface is not smooth but rather has numerous crypts. The semi-solid material you mentioned is likely the secretions from the epithelial cells covering the surface of the t...[Read More] Uneven Tonsils and Persistent Mucus: What You Need to Know