Category: Uncategorized

Laryngitis is an inflammation of the voice box (larynx) caused by overuse, irritation, or infection. The larynx contains vocal cords, which are responsible for producing sounds through their movement and vibration. In laryngitis, the vocal cords become swollen, leading to distortion of sound and hoarseness. In some cases, the voice may become almost undetectable. Laryngitis… Continue reading Laryngitis(Inflammation of the Voice Box)

Hyperacusis, also known as sensitive hearing, refers to a condition in which the brain’s central auditory processing center perceives noise differently, causing pain and discomfort. Individuals with hyperacusis struggle to tolerate sounds that are typically not loud to others, such as running water, traffic, walking on leaves, or operating household machines. Although all sounds can… Continue reading Hyperacusis (Sensitive Hearing)

Sinus headaches are often misdiagnosed as sinusitis when they may actually be migraines or tension headaches. Migraines can cause pain and nasal symptoms in or near the sinus cavity due to the irritation of the trigeminal nerve. It’s important to note that sinus headache is not a medical diagnosis but rather a description of symptoms.… Continue reading Sinus Headaches

Hand-foot-and-mouth disease is a mild and contagious viral infection that commonly affects young children. It is primarily caused by the coxsackievirus, specifically the A16 strain, although other types of enteroviruses can also be responsible. The disease is characterized by sores in the mouth and a rash on the hands and feet. Symptoms of hand-foot-and-mouth disease… Continue reading Hand-foot-and-mouth disease

Heartburn and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) occur when stomach acid flows back into the esophagus, causing irritation. While occasional acid reflux is common, GERD is characterized by frequent or moderate to severe acid reflux. Most people can manage GERD symptoms with lifestyle changes and over-the-counter medications, but some may require stronger medications or surgery. Symptoms:… Continue reading Heartburn or Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

Geographic tongue, also known as benign migratory glossitis, is a harmless inflammatory condition that affects the surface of the tongue. It is characterized by smooth, red patches (lesions) on the tongue, resembling a map, with irregular borders. These lesions often change in location, size, and shape over time. While geographic tongue doesn’t cause health problems… Continue reading Geographic tongue (Benign Migratory Glossitis)

Fungal sinusitis encompasses various situations where fungus may contribute to nasal and sinus inflammation and symptoms. Fungi are a distinct “kingdom” separate from plants and animals. Unlike plants, they cannot produce their own food and rely on absorbing nutrients from other organisms, including humans. While the body can typically combat fungal infections, certain conditions that… Continue reading Fungal Sinusitis

Foreign bodies in the ear, nose, and airway refer to any object that is inserted into these areas, which can be harmful, especially for children. Children often place objects in these areas out of curiosity, boredom, imitation, or sometimes, by others. Common objects found include food items, insects, toys, buttons, crayons, or batteries. Parents must… Continue reading Foreign bodies in the Ear, Nose, and Airway

Fine needle aspiration (FNA), also known as fine needle biopsy, is a minimally invasive procedure used to collect a sample of cells from a lump or mass. These cells are examined under a microscope to determine if the lump is cancerous (malignant) or noncancerous (benign), which may also indicate infection or inflammation. FNA can be… Continue reading Fine needle aspiration cytology (FNAC)

Epistaxis, commonly known as nosebleeds, can occur in people of all ages. It has a higher prevalence in two age groups: children between 5 and 15 years old and elderly individuals taking blood thinners. The most commonly involved area in nosebleeds is called Littles area, which is the anterior part of the nose where blood… Continue reading Epistaxis or Nosebleeding