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From Australia to Vietnam for laryngeal cancer treatment

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Mr. Binh, 70 years old, experienced hoarseness for more than ba months. After doctors in Australia diagnosed a suspected malignant vocal cord tumor, he returned to Vietnam for endoscopic laser surgery to remove the tumor.

Why does my throat itch and cough after drinking coffee?

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I often experience itching, a sore throat, and coughing after drinking coffee. Is it the coffee, or do I have a medical condition? (An Phan, 36, Ho Chi Minh City)

Should you put lemon juice in your itchy ear?

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I often have itchy ears. Will putting a few drops of lemon juice in my ear help? (Le Lam, 55, Can Tho)

5 things to avoid if you have nasal polyps

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Blowing your nose too hard can damage the nasal lining, while picking your nose can cause infections and irritate polyps, leading to recurring symptoms.

Dietary recommendations for sinusitis sufferers

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Individuals with sinusitis should consume foods rich in vitamin C and omega-3s, while avoiding histamine-rich foods that can trigger allergies and exacerbate symptoms.

Does weakened immunity cause allergic rhinitis?

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I suffer from recurring allergic rhinitis. Is it due to a weakened immune system, and who is at high risk? (Bao Bao, 28, TP HCM)

Vocal cord nodules cause hoarseness

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43-year-old Thuong experienced frequent hoarseness and a sore throat, leading to a diagnosis of bilateral vocal cord nodules.

Thought it was a sore throat, turned out to be tonsil cancer

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51-year-old Mr. Quyen, experiencing pain while swallowing which he thought was a sore throat, was diagnosed with advanced tonsil cancer.

6 ways to reduce laryngopharyngeal reflux recurrence

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Limiting spicy and acidic foods, avoiding overeating, and refraining from lying down immediately after meals can help reduce the risk of laryngopharyngeal reflux recurrence.

Causes of buzzing in the ear

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Buzzing in the ear often occurs due to pressure differences causing tinnitus, but it can also be a sign of a tumor or a brain aneurysm.