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Welcome to The ENT Clinic doctors’ blog site. Our ear, nose and throat specialists share their clinical experience and knowledge on common ENT conditions to help you better understand the diseases you may suffer.
Ear, Nose and Throat conditions may be due to a variety of underlying health problems and manifest in a myriad of symptoms. Making a diagnosis is not always easy. Management of these conditions may involve lifestyle and dietary modifications, medications and sometimes surgery.
Whilst these blogs help to inform patients, these should not replace assessment by a health professional.
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When haze levels rise, many people are aware of its effects on the eyes and respiratory system. However, haze can also affect your ears, nose and throat (ENT), leading to a range of uncomfortable symptoms. According to Dr Jeeve Kanagalingam, Medical Director and Senior Consultant ENT and Head & Neck Surgeon, exposure to haze can irritate the delicate lining of the nose,…
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When haze levels rise, many people are aware of its effects on the eyes and respiratory system. However, haze can also affect your ears, nose and throat (ENT), leading to a range of uncomfortable symptoms. According to Dr Jeeve Kanagalingam, Medical Director and Senior Consultant ENT and Head & Neck Surgeon, exposure to haze can irritate the delicate lining of the nose,…
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Age-related hearing loss can affect communication and quality of life. Learn the signs to look out for and when to see an ENT specialist.
Age-related hearing loss can affect communication and quality of life. Learn the signs to look out for and when to see an ENT specialist.
Tonsillitis is a common condition that occurs when the tonsils become inflamed, usually as a result of a viral or bacterial infection. It can affect people of all ages, including adults. Common symptoms of tonsillitis include a sore throat, pain when swallowing, swollen or red tonsils, fever, swollen glands in the neck, and sometimes bad breath or changes in the voice. While…
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Tonsillitis is a common condition that occurs when the tonsils become inflamed, usually as a result of a viral or bacterial infection. It can affect people of all ages, including adults. Common symptoms of tonsillitis include a sore throat, pain when swallowing, swollen or red tonsils, fever, swollen glands in the neck, and sometimes bad breath or changes in the voice. While…
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Most cases of hoarseness caused by a viral infection or temporary voice strain improve on their own. However, if your raspy or hoarse voice persists, becomes progressively worse, or is affecting your daily life, it should be assessed by an ENT specialist. Many people assume that a persistent change in their voice is simply part of getting older or the result of…
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Most cases of hoarseness caused by a viral infection or temporary voice strain improve on their own. However, if your raspy or hoarse voice persists, becomes progressively worse, or is affecting your daily life, it should be assessed by an ENT specialist. Many people assume that a persistent change in their voice is simply part of getting older or the result of…
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School holidays often mean more time spent swimming, whether at the pool, beach, or during family trips overseas. While swimming is a great way for children to stay active, increased water exposure can also raise the risk of ear infections, especially in Singapore’s hot and humid climate. “Swimmer’s ear is something we commonly see during holiday periods when children are spending more…
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School holidays often mean more time spent swimming, whether at the pool, beach, or during family trips overseas. While swimming is a great way for children to stay active, increased water exposure can also raise the risk of ear infections, especially in Singapore’s hot and humid climate. “Swimmer’s ear is something we commonly see during holiday periods when children are spending more…
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Feeling like the room is spinning can be deeply unsettling. For many people, vertigo isn’t just a passing sensation, it can disrupt daily life, making simple movements feel unsafe or disorienting. While it is often described as “dizziness”, vertigo is a more specific condition linked to the body’s balance system and usually has an identifiable cause. What Causes Vertigo? Vertigo most commonly…
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Feeling like the room is spinning can be deeply unsettling. For many people, vertigo isn’t just a passing sensation, it can disrupt daily life, making simple movements feel unsafe or disorienting. While it is often described as “dizziness”, vertigo is a more specific condition linked to the body’s balance system and usually has an identifiable cause. What Causes Vertigo? Vertigo most commonly…
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ENT Tips for Managing Nasal Allergies in Singapore’s Weather Singapore’s hot, humid climate can be uncomfortable for many people, but for those with sinusproblems, allergy, or sensitive nasal passages, the weather can do more than just cause sweating.Have you ever stepped outside for a walk or run and noticed your nose starting to sting, burn, or feelblocked? You’re not alone. Many people…
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ENT Tips for Managing Nasal Allergies in Singapore’s Weather Singapore’s hot, humid climate can be uncomfortable for many people, but for those with sinusproblems, allergy, or sensitive nasal passages, the weather can do more than just cause sweating.Have you ever stepped outside for a walk or run and noticed your nose starting to sting, burn, or feelblocked? You’re not alone. Many people…
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Getting the right diagnosis If you suspect your breathing problems might be structural, an ENT evaluation is the best next step. Diagnosis usually starts with a careful history and a physical examination using a nasal speculum or endoscope to inspect the deviated septum and nasal passages. This allows the specialist to see precisely where the septum is deviated and how much it…
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Getting the right diagnosis If you suspect your breathing problems might be structural, an ENT evaluation is the best next step. Diagnosis usually starts with a careful history and a physical examination using a nasal speculum or endoscope to inspect the deviated septum and nasal passages. This allows the specialist to see precisely where the septum is deviated and how much it…
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Recognising the symptoms of deviated septum Persistent nasal congestion that never seems to clear is one of the most common signs of a deviated septum. Some people notice it’s always worse on one side. Others realise they often wake up with a dry mouth from sleeping with their mouth open. When airflow is restricted through the nose, the body automatically switches to…
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Recognising the symptoms of deviated septum Persistent nasal congestion that never seems to clear is one of the most common signs of a deviated septum. Some people notice it’s always worse on one side. Others realise they often wake up with a dry mouth from sleeping with their mouth open. When airflow is restricted through the nose, the body automatically switches to…
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Understanding the condition Have you ever felt that one side of your nose is always blocked, no matter the season or weather? Many people dismiss this as allergies or a stubborn cold, but it could actually be a structural issue inside the nose known as a nasal septum deviation. The nasal septum is the thin wall made of cartilage and bone that…
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Understanding the condition Have you ever felt that one side of your nose is always blocked, no matter the season or weather? Many people dismiss this as allergies or a stubborn cold, but it could actually be a structural issue inside the nose known as a nasal septum deviation. The nasal septum is the thin wall made of cartilage and bone that…
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