Medical Advice on "Otolaryngology (E.N.T)"

What are the treatments for bifid uvula?, Answered by Dr. Alok Rathi

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Bifid uvula alone is not uncommon and it does not require treatment unless it is causing problems like altered or difficulty in speaking, usually few words. But, let me tell you that not all children with bifid uvula have ... View thread »

Why is there a feeling of something stuck in throat after sinus infection?, Answered by Dr. Dheeraj Kumar Jonnalagadda

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The pictures you have attached is showing your tonsils which are a part of your body (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Tonsils are immune organs of the body which get infected with upper respiratory tract ... View thread »

I am diagnosed with ruptured eardrum. Is that the reason for my jaw pain and numbness?, Answered by Dr. Shyam Kalyan N

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. If you have a ruptured drum, 1. Do not put ear drops. 2. Do not let water enter the ears. 3. Visit an ENT soon. 4. Assess the size of perforation. 5. Ask ENT if it will heal spontaneously. Some perforations are ... View thread »

What causes white scaly patches in the back of my throat?, Answered by Dr. Syed Tehmid

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The normal pharyngeal mucosa at times has a granular appearance. In addition, it may be present in acute granular pharyngitis. This is nothing sinister. Z-pack with adequate analgesia if you have pain, plenty of ... View thread »

Can hair-in-throat sensation indicate cancer?, Answered by Dr. Syed Tehmid

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I do not know whether this satisfies you but there is nothing to suggest that you have any growth. It is either LPR, GERD, chronic pharyngitis due to other causes that may be causing these symptoms. At times it can ... View thread »

Can I travel through flight after nose cauterization?, Answered by Dr. Anay Kumar Gupta

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Nose bleed is a very common problem. It is treated with cautery which may need repeating a few times. Since you had it only a few days ago, it might be better to avoid flying for 3 to 4 weeks, if possible. Carry on using ... View thread »

Is it advisable to use Silver nitrate to cure granulation with pharyngitis? , Answered by Dr. Dheeraj Kumar Jonnalagadda

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The condition you specified might be granular pharyngitis. If it is a recurrent condition you can be treated with Silver Nitrate to remove those granulations. There is no problem in the above-mentioned treatment. Apart ... View thread »

Kindly explain the reasons for tinnitus with difficulty in breathing and anxiety., Answered by Dr. Dheeraj Kumar Jonnalagadda

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Exposure to loud sounds creates pressure over your nerve of hearing and can evoke tinnitus. Hence, I advise you to use minimal sound during games. The pain in and around your ears is due to excessive usage of headset ... View thread »

What is the treatment available for sore throat with bumps?, Answered by Dr. Syed Tehmid

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The pictures show three things (attachment removed to protect patient identity). The bumps on the back of your tongue which are circumvallate papillae. Then, there are slightly enlarged tonsils on either side of the ... View thread »

Can sinusitis, dry nose and shivering during winters be prevented?, Answered by Dr. Mohammed Osama Aboborda

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Most of these attacks start as a viral infection and then become complicated by bacterial infection. These attacks are hard to be prevented completely but the use of seasonal influenza vaccines are helpful and can ... View thread »