PEDIATRIC SERVICES Just as adults, children, too, of all ages get affected, at some point or the other, with ear, nose and throat conditions. And going to the doctor can be scary for the children and their families. That is why we combine warm, compassionate and friendly ENT care to make our little patients as comfortable as possible. We provide…
Laryngitis Larynx is the ‘voice box’ and inflammation of the larynx is called laryngitis. Inside the larynx are the vocal cords that open and close smoothly, helping us speak or form sounds through their movement and vibration. Overuse, irritation or infection can cause the vocal chords to become inflamed resulting in a hoarse voice. Laryngitis may be short-lived (acute) or…
Vocal Nodules, Polyps and cysts Vocal cord lesions, also known as vocal fold lesions, are benign (noncancerous) growths that include nodules, polyps, and cysts. Vocal cord lesions are one of the most common causes of voice problems. These growths or lesions are found within or along the covering of the vocal cord. All these can cause hoarseness of voice and…
Thyroid The thyroid gland is an organ located at the front of the neck, just below the larynx or the voice box. It is wrapped around the windpipe, almost like a butterfly with wings spread. Thyroid makes hormones that are responsible for controlling the metabolism of our body. Hypothyroidism (less hormones) and Hyperthyroidism (excess of hormones) are the two main…
Tonsils and adenoids Tonsils are two round lumps located at the back of the throat. Tonsils can be seen by opening the mouth wide and sticking the tongue out. Adenoids are glands located above the roof of the mouth, behind the nose and cannot be easily seen. Tonsils and adenoids are part of everyone’s immune system and serve an important…
Obstructive Sleep Apnea In simple terms, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is when a person’s breathing stops during sleep because the airway collapses and prevents air from getting into the lungs. OSA is the most common sleep-related breathing disorder. It usually starts with snoring, when the air can’t flow easily through the mouth or nose. During OSA the muscles at the…
Sleep Study Sleep study is a comprehensive test used to diagnose sleep disorders. The medical term for sleep study is polysomnography. It is a non-invasive exam that records your brain waves, oxygen level in your blood, heart rate and breathing, as well as eye and leg movements during the study. A sleep study helps in the diagnosis of various sleep…
Vertigo Vertigo is the false sensation that you are spinning or that inside of your head is spinning. It is usually triggered by sudden head movements. Vertigo is not a disease but a symptom of an underlying health cause. It can make one feel dizzy and off-balance. The signs and symptoms of vertigo can come and go, lasting for varying…
Hearing Evaluation Hearing is the perception of sound through our ears and placing a meaning to that sound. Hearing loss is a condition that happens when any part of the ear doesn’t function the way it should. A hearing test or evaluation provides a measurement of the sensitivity of a person’s hearing across the full range of speech. Loss of…
Allergy Testing and Immunotherapy Allergy testing identifies allergens like dust, pollen or pet dander, bee stings or types of food – which may trigger allergic reactions among people with a weakened immune system. The preventive treatment that is administered to treat the allergies is called immunotherapy. Sneezing, coughing, nasal congestion, runny nose, headaches, scratchy throat, are some of the symptoms…