Question 1

I've had a sore and scratchy throat for the last four months. I've seen multiple ENT specialists, and each one gave me a different diagnosis one said acid reflux, but I don't feel any heartburn, another found ethmoid sinusitis on a CT scan and suggested post nasal drip as the cause. He prescribed meds for a month and mentioned sinus surgery if it didn't improve, but I didn't go back because I don't want surgery. The next ENT did another CT scan, which showed sinusitis and lymphadenitis, but he said everything was normal and it's just an infection. I don't feel normal though, and after searching online, I'm worried about long-term sore throat being linked to cancer. Could this just be an infection, or is there a chance it's something more serious?

Accepted Answer

A thorough ent check-up is advised to the patient,including endoscopy,and also a biopsy sample is taken to rule out malignancy .Ent opinion is advised.

Question 2

I'm in a bit of a situation here. While I was taking a bath, the soap slipped and a few small pieces ended up getting stuck in my left ear. Now its feeling pretty blocked, and I'm kind of worried. It's the middle of the night, so seeing a doctor right now isnt an option. Do you have any advice on what I could do at home to help clear it out?

Accepted Answer

It is important not to try to remove the soap yourself as it may push it further into the ear canal. You can try tilting your head to the side to see if gravity helps the soap pieces come out. You can also try using a bulb syringe filled with warm water to gently flush out the soap. If these methods do not work, you can use over-the-counter ear drops like Debrox to soften the soap and help it come out more easily. Use 2-3 drops in the affected ear and wait for a few minutes before tilting your head to allow the drops to drain out. If the blockage persists or if you experience pain, hearing loss, or drainage from the ear, it is important to see a doctor as soon as possible.

Question 3

I'm really struggling with sinus issues and just wanted some advice. For the past couple of months, I've been having this pain on the left side of my forehead that goes down to my nose. There's also this yellowish, smelly discharge that keeps coming from the left side of my nose. I just had a CTPNS done and it showed moderate mucosal thickening in my left maxillary sinus, causing about 70 to 80% of air space to opacify, and it's reaching into the middle meatus through the maxillary ostium. There's also some moderate thickening in the bilateral ethmoid air cells and mild thickening in the bilateral frontal sphenoid sinuses. I've got bilateral concha bullosa with secondary mucosal thickening too. I've been on medication for the past 15 days  things like Augmentin 625, Allegra M, Defza 6mg, Ezicas nasal spray, and Enzoflam. They help for a bit, but after 7 to 8 hours, the symptoms just come back. What do you suggest I do now?

Accepted Answer

Its essential to complete the prescribed medication course, as it can help reduce inflammation and infection and  if youre not experiencing lasting relief after 2 weeks of consistent medication.If medications are not resolving the issue, consult an ENT specialist for further evaluation.

I've noticed that whenever I sneeze, blood mixed with saliva comes out of my mouth. Plus, I often wake up at night with throat pain. It's really concerning me, and I'm curious to know what might be causing this. Any ideas on what's going on or what I should do about it?

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