When it comes to getting your ears pierced, it’s not just about picking the prettiest earrings – there are some potential issues to be aware of. In this blog, your ENT doctor in Palawan will discuss some possible problems that can pop up during this stylish journey. The Piercing as a Foreign Object Getting your ears pierced […]
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Earwax issues can pose for some people. In this blog, your ENT doctor in Palawan will share valuable insights and proven techniques to address earwax concerns effectively. From safe removal methods to proactive strategies, read on real solutions for ear health. What is Earwax? Earwax, scientifically known as cerumen, is a natural substance produced by the glands
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I recently had dinner with an elderly couple, probably in their 90s. The wife had just recently lost her hearing aid and had difficulty keeping up with the dinner conversation. That made me realize that indeed, living with hearing loss can be a challenging and isolating experience. If you have difficulty hearing, you may wonder,
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Receiving a diagnosis of thyroid cancer can stir up a multitude of emotions in our patients, from uncertainty and denial to shock and sorrow, along with ambiguous thoughts about the future. Despite this whirlwind of emotions, it is important to stop panicking, and understand first what is thyroid cancer, as it spans from benign to
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Flying can be an exciting adventure in itself, or on the way to an exciting destination. However, for some people, it comes with the discomfort of ear pain. In this blog, your ENT doctor will discuss the causes of ear pain, and effective strategies to alleviate ear pain for your next flight. What are the
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I love my job. Being an ENT-head and neck surgeon means you’ll never know what surgical challenge may come your way. One day, it may be doing a revision of a cleft lip surgery. On another day, it may be removing a fishbone stuck in a patient’s throat. Or some days, it may be a
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Ear canal infections, or otitis externa is a frequent patient complaint in ENT clinics near you. In this blog, we will review the ear anatomy, what causes otitis externa, the diagnosis and management, as well as prevention The Ear Canal: A Natural Cleaning Mechanism Our auditory system is a complex system, and the ear canal
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“Will my eardrum perforation be permanent?” This is common question that patients ask me as an ENT doctor in Palawan, Philippines. This blog is written to answer this question as well as discuss issues about eardrum health. The Eardrum: A Delicate Guardian So, what is the eardrum’s significance? The eardrum, scientifically known as the tympanic membrane,
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Smoking is a harmful habit that can jeopardize your vocal cord health and even cause throat cancer. In this blog, your ENT doctor near you will discuss the dangers of smoking and the resulting vocal cord cancer in one patient. The patient The patient is a 60 year old male who smoked an average of 1 pack
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