by Mark Richardson | May 27, 2024 | Ear
Tinnitus is defined as the perception of sound without an external source. It is a symptom and not a disease in itself. Approximately 10% of patients have objective tinnitus where the noise is hear by the examining doctor, e.g. blood vessel narrowing. Tinnitus can...
by Mark Richardson | Apr 23, 2024 | Nose
We all inhale fungal spores every day and these are usually trapped in the mucous and cleared not resulting in any sequelae. However, there are times when sinusitis is caused and this can be divided into two groups, the invasive and the non-invasive form. In the...
by Mark Richardson | Apr 6, 2024 | Throat
Fungi are often commensals that can either be on the skin or inhaled and often don’t produce any problems. They can however infect, and this is usually when there is decreased local or systemic immunity. Any organ can be involved and this is very commonly...
by Mark Richardson | Mar 19, 2024 | Nose
The nose is first examined using a headlight which will also assess the external nose. A rigid or a flexible telescope is then used to assess the inside of the nose including the back of the nose and sinus openings. Investigations may then be required, for instance,...
by Mark Richardson | Feb 21, 2024 | Nose
This is extremely common, especially in Caucasians. Other causes are developmental, which may be associated with a high-arched palate. Deviations can run in the family with parents and or siblings having the same problem. Trauma is often associated...
