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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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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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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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Did you know that vaccine originally developed to prevent cervical cancer can also help protect against throat cancer? The Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine is a powerful tool in preventing a range of cancers caused by high-risk HPV strains, including oropharyngeal cancers that affect the back of the throat, tonsils, and base of the tongue. The Link Between HPV & Throat Cancer HPV…
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Have you ever felt like there’s a lump in your throat, experienced hoarseness without a cold, or woken up with a cough or sore throat, yet had no heartburn? These could be signs of a condition called silent reflux. Unlike classic acid reflux, which causes noticeable heartburn, silent reflux doesn’t always announce itself loudly. According to Dr Chris Hobbs, ENT specialist at…
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With over two decades of experience, Dr. Rebecca Heywood brings global training, deep expertise in hearing and balance disorders, and a personal touch to every patient she sees. We sat down with her to learn more about what drives her passion for ENT and what patients can expect when they step into her consult room. What drew you to ENT — and…
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Nurses’ Day Singapore is in August, Singapore celebrates it to mark the start of formal nursing education that started in 1885. For us at The ENT Clinic Singapore, it’s a chance to honour the incredible ENT nurses who make everything we do possible. Over the past 10 years, our clinic has grown from a single doctor and two staff into Singapore’s largest…
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