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[vc_row][vc_column margin=”margin_bottom_grid”][vc_empty_space][vc_toggle title=”Emergency information” open=”true” el_id=”1447064341323-f6ee47d8-32bf”]If you are an emergency case, please call +91 89818 55578. We will give you instructions and directions. If you know the clinic’ s address, please come as quick as possible. Alternatively you may call 033 2530 4557<\/span>[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What can I expect at an appointment?” el_id=”1447064412741-3e356338-032d”]When you arrive at the clinic, the staff will greet you and seat you at the waiting room. We will examine you as quick as possible – average waiting time is 15 minutes.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What happens if I am a new patient?” el_id=”1447064451796-0645cbf1-8947″]You may have referred yourself or have been referred by another specialist. We will discuss your problem and ask about your medical history. A thorough examination will then follow. We may request examinations and tests to assist and support our diagnosis.<\/p>\n

We will discuss with you the results of your examinations and we will recommend the proper treatment. Some conditions may be faced immediately by conservative, medical or OPD based surgical treatment.<\/p>\n

Otherwise, depending on the results of your examinations, the nature of the medical problem, we will rebook you for follow up appointment. If need be you will be referred elsewhere or we will discuss the option of surgical treatment.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What are the conditions associated with ear, nose and throat?” el_id=”1447064507869-5e4ee3bd-a327″]Below mentioned are few conditions:
\n– Nose & Mouth conditions
\n\u2022 Sinusitis
\n\u2022 Sinus Infection
\n\u2022 Deviated Septum
\n\u2022 Allergic Rhinitis
\n\u2022 Nasal Fracture<\/p>\n

– Ear & Hearing Conditions
\n\u2022 Ear Drainage
\n\u2022 Age related hearing loss
\n\u2022 Deafness
\n\u2022 Tinnitus
\n\u2022 Sudden Hearing Loss<\/p>\n

– Throat Conditions
\n\u2022 Tonsils and Adenoids
\n\u2022 Neck Cancer
\n\u2022 GERD
\n\u2022 Thyroid Nodules[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What are the causes of nose bleeds?” el_id=”1447064555113-315c72fb-176e”]Nosebleeds can occur due to many reasons; the most common being changes in weather. Normally nose bleeds occur in hot, dry climates or bitter cold environments. Some of the other causes for nosebleeds are:
\n\u2022 Infection
\n\u2022 Self-induced nose picking
\n\u2022 Use of blood thinning medications
\n\u2022 Excessive intake of Alcohol
\n\u2022 Hypertension<\/p>\n

[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What are the different audiological tests?” el_id=”1447065558213-dca24fc1-47a1″]The different tests that are conducted to assess the problem are:
\n\u2022 Auditory brain stemimplant (ABR) or electrocochleography (ECochG).
\n\u2022 Behavioral testing \u2013 using tests such as visual response audiometry.
\n\u2022 Older children with post lingual deafness, standard pure tone and aided free field tests are performed along with speech discrimination.
\n\u2022 An aided audiogram.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What are the different procedures in ENT?” el_id=”1447065583979-54e0b9c1-ae47″]Surgical and non-surgical treatments are performed based on the severity of the case. Below mentioned are few procedures that are performed by an\u00a0ENT specialist.
\n\u2022 Adenoidectomy and Tonsillectomy \u2013 These are the two most common procedures performed especially in children. Adenoidectomy is the procedure to remove the adenoids (small lumps of lymphoid tissue located close to the nasal cavity where the nose blends with the throat). Tonsillectomy is the procedure when the tonsils are removed. Tonsillectomy may be performed for reasons when the upper airway is partially or completely blocked by the tonsils.
\n\u2022 Myringotomy tube insertion \u2013 It is the one of the most common ear surgery. In this a tube is inserted to prevent recurrent infections of inner ear. In case any fluid is accumulated inside the ear, the insertions are made inside the ear to drain out the fluid from the middle ear to avoid hearing imbalance.
\n\u2022 Septoplasty \u2013 This is a procedure used to straighten the nasal septum (a separating structure in the nasal cavity). The abnormality or crookedness of the septum could impair one\u2019s ability to breathe. This procedure is done through the nasal openings and does not require any external incision.
\n\u2022 Sinus surgery \u2013 Sinus surgery is done to remove and blockage in the sinus area or to enlarge the sinus openings for easier drainage.
\n\u2022 Tracheotomy \u2013 This procedure is used in cases where patients\u2019 respiratory ability is seriously impaired and air cannot reach the lungs. A small opening in made in the trachea to allow air to reach the lungs.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What causes sinusitis?” el_id=”1447065607650-fbb48814-35d7″]Sinusitis\u00a0is a common condition where cavities around the nasal passage become inflamed and swollen. There are several causes for sinusitis. Some of the causes are mentioned below.
\n\u2022 Nasal obstruction causing difficulty in breathing
\n\u2022 Pain, tenderness around eyes, cheeks, nose.
\n\u2022 Reduced sense of smell and taste
\n\u2022 Cough that might worsen in the night
\n\u2022 Sore throat[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Can the ENT surgeries affect voice?” el_id=”1447065636406-978b4ed0-e711″]There are surgeries performed which have an unexpected effect on the voice. Almost all surgical will have a direct or indirect on the voice. Thus it is important to consider voice related side effects before undergoing any surgical procedure. Some surgeries which affect the voice are.
\n\u2022 Sinusitis
\n\u2022 Thyroid surgery
\n\u2022 Cervical spine surgery[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What will be the lifestyle changes post- surgery?” el_id=”1447065710387-d413605d-104e”]Lifestyle changes post sg depends upon the surgery u r undergoing but in general:
\n– taking food on time
\n-drinking lot of water
\n-avoid spicy food
\n– steam inhalation after nose surgery
\n– reducing weight[\/vc_toggle][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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