The bone and cartilage that divides the inside of the nose in half is called the nasal septum. The bone and cartilage are covered by a special skin called a mucous membrane that has many blood vessels in it. Ideally, the left and right nasal passageways are equal in size. However, it is estimated thatContinue reading “Deviated Septum”
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Pediatric Sleep-disordered Breathing
Pediatric sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) is a general term for breathing difficulties during sleep. SDB can range from frequent loud snoring to obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a condition where part, or all, of the airway is blocked repeatedly during sleep. When a child’s breathing is disrupted during sleep, the body thinks the child is choking. TheContinue reading “Pediatric Sleep-disordered Breathing”
Nosebleeds
Nosebleeds (epistaxis) are caused when tiny blood vessels in the nose break. Nosebleeds are very common and affect many people at some point in their lives. In the United States, about 60 percent of people will experience a nosebleed in their lifetime. They can happen at any age but are most common in children aroundContinue reading “Nosebleeds”
Ankyloglossia (Tongue-tie)
Ankyloglossia, also called tongue-tie, is a condition where the tongue cannot move normally because it is attached to the floor of the mouth by the frenulum, which is too tight. The lingual frenulum is the band of tissue that attaches the undersurface of your tongue to the bottom part of the mouth. Adequate tongue movementContinue reading “Ankyloglossia (Tongue-tie)”
What Is Vestibular Testing & How Is It Done?
If you’re suffering from dizziness or imbalance, your doctor may recommend vestibular testing. Your response is probably, “What’s that?” Dr Sriharsha who performs vestibular testing at Sahasra ENT, Madhapur likens it somewhat to an X-ray. Though not as common, vestibular testing is a standard diagnostic tool that can help give your doctor a better ideaContinue reading “What Is Vestibular Testing & How Is It Done?”
What Causes Chronic Sinusitis?
Do you have congestion, tenderness around the eyes and cheeks, and a reduced sense of smell? You might be one of 37 million Americans living with chronic sinusitis. Chronic sinusitis is a common condition that causes the cavities around the nasal passages to become inflamed. Though it’s normal for sinuses to become inflamed from timeContinue reading “What Causes Chronic Sinusitis?”
Why Have I Lost My Sense of Smell?
The sense of smell isn’t something we typically take for granted, but it can affect everyday life when it’s gone. If you can’t smell, it may be more difficult to taste food, and may even lead to dangerous situations if you can’t detect smoke or a gas leak. While it is possible for someone toContinue reading “Why Have I Lost My Sense of Smell?”
How Do I Safely Clean My Ears?
Earwax, also known as cerumen, is a sticky substance secreted by glands in the ear canal of humans and other mammals. It plays an important role in your body by stopping foreign particles from entering the ears. Earwax actually serves as a natural self-cleaner, so it is typically unnecessary to safely clean your ears yourself.Continue reading “How Do I Safely Clean My Ears?”
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