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What are the causes for eustachian tube catarrh?
Query: Hi doctor, I hear a whistling sound and a silent sound in the left ear since yesterday. I consulted an ENT, she prescribed some medicines to kill any infection, and gave me a nasal spray for the cold. There is no improvement yet. Also, I feel that it is starting in the right ear, but I am not sure.... Read Full »
Dr. Bhadragiri Vageesh Padiyar
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Do not worry about anything as this is a prevalent treatable entity we come across. You have developed a eustachian tube catarrh which has developed secondary to nasal allergy or inflammation. The eustachian tube basically ventilates the nose and the ear. In a situation w... Read Full »
Can eustachian tube blockage be diagnosed using a sinus x-ray?
Query: Hi doctor, I have a couple of questions. I have sinus infections and nasal drip. My ears are clogged. I consulted a doctor. He told me that I have fluid and an ear infection and advised me to consult an ENT surgeon. He examined my ears and told me that I do not have any fluid. Why my ear looks clog... Read Full »
Dr. Bhadragiri Vageesh Padiyar
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Eustachian tube ventilates nose and ears. When it does not function, a negative pressure is developed inside the ears causing a feeling of vacuum, ringing sounds, or feeling of fluid in ears and sometimes decreased hearing. The common causes are allergy or sinusitis. It c... Read Full »
Why am I having dryness in nose with headache and pain in right ear?
Query: Hi doctor, I have a problem in the sinus with burning. It causes headaches. The nose is very dry and I have pain in my right ear. Read Full »
Dr. Bhadragiri Vageesh Padiyar
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have severe allergic rhinitis with associated sinusitis. Before going to the treatment, I explain the cascade of events in a simple manner. Exposure to dust can initiate the reflex such as sneezing to remove the offending agent out. If this fails, the mucosal cells pr... Read Full »
Why does allergic rhinitis cause a ringing sensation in the ears?
Query: Hello doctor, I have allergy issues for the last 15 to 16 years that started from allergic rhinitis and bronchial asthma. Currently, I am on medications for asthma and sacroiliitis. For the previous two months, I was having some issues and flare-ups. I had blood tests today to check whether I was a... Read Full »
Dr. Bhadragiri Vageesh Padiyar
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The most common reason for the symptoms you are having is severe allergic rhinitis with associated sinusitis. Before we go to the treatment, I will try to explain the cascade of events in a simple manner below, even though it is not as simple as it looks. Exposure to dust... Read Full »
What are these strange bumps on the back of my throat?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 38 years old female. I have had a chronic sore throat for a while now, and I have noticed a few strange lumps on the back of my throat. I am not sick. I just wanted to know what they could be? I had allergies, chronic sinusitis, and snoring due to deviated septum. I used to smoke ci... Read Full »
Dr. Bhadragiri Vageesh Padiyar
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for providing a quick brief history. I had a detailed look at the picture you have sent as well. The small bumps you are mentioning are lymphoid follicles diffusely present in the throat and represent the first line of defense for the body. One of the larger aggreg... Read Full »
I have noseblocks, sinus pain, and ear whistling. What to do?
Query: Hello doctor,My nose is blocked most of the time, and it gets cleared if I put Otrivin drops. However, I do not prefer to use it as I am afraid I will get dependent on it. My sinus also hurts especially if I bite hard. On a side note, I have been experiencing ear whistles for the past two years. My ... Read Full »
Dr. Bhadragiri Vageesh Padiyar
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Any nasal obstruction is mainly due to two reasons. First, it can be the anatomical and functional causes. The anatomical cause could be a nasal septal deviation or turbinate hypertrophy, which has to be examined in person by an ENT specialist. Functional reasons inclu... Read Full »
Why do I get repeated sinus allergies along with facial and ear pain?
Query: Hi doctor,I am a 51-year-old male, and I am a diabetic. I have been experiencing sinus allergies for some time now. Every year, I have the same problem during the winter to the spring season, but this year has been different because I also have had facial and ear pain. When I start feeling the pain ... Read Full »
Dr. Bhadragiri Vageesh Padiyar
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. The most common reason for your symptoms is severe allergic rhinitis with associated sinusitis. I have tried to explain the cascade of events in a simple manner below: Exposure to dust or any irritative substance will initiate reflexes such ... Read Full »
Are sinusitis patients more prone for Coronavirus infection?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a sinusitis patient. But I do not face any breathing problems. And I am just 21 years old. Is Corona dangerous for sinusitis patients? Please tell me I really want to know. Read Full »
Dr. Bhadragiri Vageesh Padiyar
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Corona is dangerous for each and everyone one of us. However, there are few conditions where the patient's body immunity is on the lower side. One such condition is recurrent allergy associated sinusitis. You may be completely asymptomatic, but in general patients probe... Read Full »
Can Sinucon help with my nasal congestion?
Query: Hello doctor, I have nasal congestion and it gets worse at night. I have not slept in two days. I have been taking Sinucon but I am afraid of overtaking of medication. Read Full »
Dr. Bhadragiri Vageesh Padiyar
Answer: Hi, Welcome to ilciniq.com. There is absolutely nothing that you need to worry about as this is a very common entity that we encounter daily. Before we jump into the treatment I want to definitely know the answers to a few questions. 1. Is there any ongoing allergy or sinusitis? Does the nasal stu... Read Full »
Please suggest medication for long term sinusitis.
Query: Hello doctor, I am suffering from sinusitis for the last six months. I have tried lots of medicines but there is no improvement. Because of the current scenario of COVID-19, I cannot visit any ENT specialist. Please help me and prescribe some medicines. Read Full »
Dr. Bhadragiri Vageesh Padiyar
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, I understand how frustrating your problem can be. Sinusitis is usually secondary to a certain problem such as allergy (which is the most common cause, once other rare causes are ruled out). So considering the treatment of this particular issue, we need to always trea... Read Full »