Lawrence Chow / ENT Doctor
Ruptured Eardrum Symptoms and Treatments
Ruptured Eardrum Symptoms and Treatments
A ruptured ear or perforated tympanic membrane occurs when a tear or hole appears in the eardrum, separating the middle ear and ear canal. If this occurs, your middle ear becomes susceptible to injury and hearing loss. While some ruptured eardrums heal quickly, others require treatment or surgery.
Symptoms
Ear pain is the most common symptom and may be accompanied by bloody, pus filled or clear drainage. You will also experience some degree of hearing loss, hear ringing sounds or feel vertigo, resulting in vomiting and/or nausea. It’s very important you see a doctor because the inner and middle ears are very delicate and susceptible to disease if not treated. Continue reading
Non Allergic Rhinitis Symptoms and Treatments
Non Allergic Rhinitis Symptoms and Treatments
Nonallergic rhinitis is a medical condition characterized by a drippy or congested nose. It is similar to hay fever in some respects, but unlike the latter there’s no allergic reaction here. Nonallergic rhinitis can affect adults and children, but the condition is more common among individuals over 20. Continue reading
Nasal Polyps Symptoms and Treatments
Nasal Polyps Symptoms and Treatments
Nasal polyps are growths that appear on the nasal passage lining or sinuses. Although they are noncancerous, they can still be painful at times and if left untreated could result in complications. Fortunately, there are many ways to treat the condition, and it’s easy to recognize the symptoms. Continue reading
Laryngitis Symptoms and Treatments
Laryngitis Symptoms and Treatments
Laryngitis is a medical condition characterized by the inflammation of the larynx due to infection, irritation or overuse. The larynx contains the vocal cords, and they usually close and open smoothly, producing vibrations that generate sound. But when the larynx is irritated, your voice becomes hoarse. Continue reading
How to Treat Swallowing Problems
How to Treat Swallowing Problems
Your body is composed of many systems that are working together. Since these systems are all encased in your body, if one system malfunctions, the other systems will also be affected.
Diagnosing Swallowing Problems
If you are continually experiencing swallowing problems, you need to determine the root cause. The right person to help you verify what really causes your condition is an ENT doctor. He has the education and training to properly diagnose and recommend the right treatment for all kinds of swallowing problems. Continue reading
How Can Ear Infection Cause Breathing Problems?
How Can Ear Infection Cause Breathing Problems?
If you have an untreated ear infection, you may eventually experience breathing problems. Your ear infection might not be bothering you but your difficulty in breathing will surely do. So, you need to learn how your ear infection can adversely affect your ability to breathe. Continue reading
Do Sleep Disorders Cause Ear Problems?
Do Sleep Disorders Cause Ear Problems?
You are likely to have ear problems if you are afflicted with sleep apnea. If you examine the anatomy of your ear, you will see why having a sleeping disorder will lead to a number of ear problems.
Ear Problems and Sleep Apnea are Inter-related
You cannot effectively get rid of your ear problems without treating your sleep apnea first because your ear and throat are inter-connected. Ear problems can be better managed by understanding the various kinds of ear inflammation caused by sleep apnea together with a clear understanding of how the mechanism of your ear works. Continue reading
Breathing Problems Due to Deviated Septum
Breathing Problems Due to Deviated Septum
There are ENT related problems that cause breathing difficulties. When your nostrils and your adenoids are enlarged, you are likely to have sleep apnea. Nasal polyps can also trigger breathing problems. One of the least known activator of breathing difficulties is deviated septum. Continue reading
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