Canalith Repositioning

Canalith repositioning is procedure which helps to relieve benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) which occurs when small crystals of calcium carbonate that are attached to the otolithic membrane of inner ear detaches and falls into the canals of inner ear. These crystals detaches because of trauma, infection or aging

Canalith repositioning is procedure which helps to relieve benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) which occurs when small crystals of calcium carbonate that are attached to the otolithic membrane of inner ear detaches and falls into the canals o ... More

Health Q&A
Submandibular Gland Stone

I have detected with Submandibular gland stone of arround 16 mm. Doctor suggested to operate the gland by external incision. Is this surgery done under general anasthesia. How painful is the submandibular gland removal surgery. Will there be any pain immediately after the surgery once I will return in sense from anesthesia? If yes is there any option to eliminate this? I have phobia and fear of surgery.

Meniere's Disease

Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing symptoms suggestive of Meniere’s Disease, including episodes of vertigo, occasional hearing disturbance, and earlier I had some noise sensation in the ear. Currently, most of my reports (MRI, EEG, VNG) are normal. I would like your guidance regarding the best course of treatment. Kindly advise on the next steps. Thank you.

Cough and Sinus Problem

X Ray PNS water view results are as follows: Opacification of bilateral maxillary and ethmoid sinuses and Left inferior turbinate hypertrophy

Tonsil stones

I have been suffering from tonsil stones on my right tonsil for years. I cannot manually remove them. It very rarely comes out when coughing. It's causing me persistent bad breath no matter what I do. I've already tried salt water gargle, mouthwash and all the remedies available. When I touch my right tonsil and smell it, it's awful. What's the solution because I've already tried all the home remedies and it's affecting my quality of life.

Laryngitis

My brother developed hoarseness of voice after vomiting. An ENT examined him on 16 May and performed an endolaryngoscopy. The ENT diagnosed acute laryngitis and prescribed medicines along with 20 days of voice rest. After about 17 days, the hoarseness is still present and has not significantly improved, but it has not worsened either.”

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Surgery of the Thyroid Gland

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Repairing the Ear Drum- Myringoplasty

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An Injection in the Ear - Intra Tympanic Injection

INTRATYMPANIC INJECTION By definition an intratympanic injection is when we inject something directly into the middle ear- through the Tympanic Membrane. In certain Ear disorders important medication in sufficient concentration has to reach some parts of the inner ear for relief. The ...

Infectious Mononucleosis – Glandular Fever, Mono, ‘The Kissing Disease’

Infectious Mononucleosis is an infection of the throat caused by the Epstein Barr Virus (EBV) and manifests itself by a sore throat, fever, neck swelling, weakness and malaise.It is transmitted by saliva and is usually a disease of young adults and has been associated with deep ...

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Dr. Stephen P Smith Jr - Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist
Dr. Stephen P Smith Jr Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist (Medical School, Residency in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Internship, Medical degree (cum laude), Medical Doctorate, Summa Cum Laude, Bachelor of Arts - BA, Graduate) 56 years experience Smith Facial Plastics
Rocky Fork, COLUMBUS
Dr. RICARDO L CARRAU - Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist
Dr. RICARDO L CARRAU Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist (Medical School, Residency, Medical degree, DO, Residency in Surgery (Gen), Residency in ENT Head and Neck Surgery, Fellowship In Head and Neck Oncology, Fellowship - Otolaryngology, Plastic Surgery within the Head & Neck, Residency in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Fellowship in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Executive MBA) 44 years experience The Richard M Ross Heart Hospital
Columbus 43210, COLUMBUS
Dr. James D Lowery - Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist
Dr. James D Lowery Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist (Residency, Medical School, Internship, Residency in Otolaryngology-ENT, General Surgery internship, Residency in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Internship, Transitional Year, Medical degree, DO) 40 years experience Ohio Ent And Allergy Physicians Pediatric And Adult
Columbus 43213, COLUMBUS
Dr. Wayne K Robbins - Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist
Dr. Wayne K Robbins Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist (Medical School, Fellowship in Otology/Neurotology, Residency in Otolaryngology and Facial Plastic Surgery, Internship in Traditional Medicine, Medical degree, DO, D.O., Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine) 39 years experience Emergency Medicine Physician
Columbus 43228, COLUMBUS
Dr. Enver  Ozer - Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist
Dr. Enver Ozer Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist (Medical School, Graduated from Turkey, Fellowship 2, Residency - ID) 32 years experience The Richard M Ross Heart Hospital
Columbus 43210, COLUMBUS