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Nose and sinus

Nose and sinus

Anatomy of the Nose and Sinuses: Overview of the nasal cavity and sinuses Functions of the nose and sinuses, including breathing, smelling, and immune defense Detailed anatomy, including the nasal septum, turbinates, and different sinus cavities Common Nasal and Sinus Conditions: a. Rhinitis: Allergic rhinitis Non-allergic rhinitis b. Sinusitis: Acute sinusitis Chronic sinusitis c. Nasal Polyps d. Deviated Septum e. Sinus Headaches f. Nasal Congestion g. Sinus Infections Symptoms and Diagnosis: Identifying symptoms of nasal and sinus issues Diagnostic procedures, including physical examination, imaging tests (CT scans, MRI), and allergy testing When to seek medical attention for nasal and sinus symptoms Treatment Options: a. Medications: Decongestants Antihistamines Nasal corticosteroids Antibiotics (for bacterial sinusitis) b. Home Remedies: Nasal irrigation (Neti pot) Steam inhalation Humidifiers Warm compresses c. Surgical Interventions: Endoscopic sinus surgery Septoplasty Balloon sinuplasty Polypectomy Preventive Measures and Lifestyle Changes: Tips for maintaining nasal and sinus health Avoiding triggers for allergic rhinitis Proper hygiene practices Smoking cessation Managing environmental factors (humidity, air quality) When to Consult a Specialist:

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CAUSES OF HEARING LOSS

  • By Birth
  • Excessive noise at work
  • Volume controls on home electronics
  • Loud tools and machinery
  • Sharp foreign bodies into ear

Treatments

If you have hearing problems, help is available. Treatment depends on the cause and severity of your hearing loss.

Options include:

  • Removing wax blockage: Earwax blockage is a reversible cause of hearing loss. Your doctor may remove earwax using suction or a small tool with a loop on the end.
  • Surgical procedures: Some types of hearing loss can be treated with surgery, including abnormalities of the eardrum or bones of hearing (ossicles). If you’ve had repeated infections with persistent fluid, your doctor may insert small tubes that help your ears drain.
  • Hearing aids: If your hearing loss is due to damage to your inner ear, a hearing aid can be helpful. An audiologist can discuss with you the potential benefits of a hearing aid and fit you with a device. Open fit aids are currently the most popular, due to fit and features offered.
  • Cochlear implants: If you have more severe hearing loss and gain limited benefit from conventional hearing aids, then a cochlear implant may be an option. Unlike a hearing aid that amplifies sound and directs it into your ear canal, a cochlear implant bypasses damaged or nonworking parts of your inner ear and directly stimulates the hearing nerve. An audiologist, along with a medical doctor who specializes in disorders of the ears, nose and throat (ENT), can discuss the risks and benefits.