by Dr. 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 Dr. 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...
by Dr. Mark Richardson | Feb 9, 2024 | Nose
The septum is a thin tissue in the middle of the nose separating the nose into two chambers. It is made up of rigid bone towards the back and flexible cartilage towards the front of the nose. It is lined by normal mucosa. There are a number of causes of abnormal...
by Dr. Mark Richardson | Jan 25, 2024 | Eyes
The Ophthalmologist will make the primary diagnosis and investigate the problem including inserting dye into the eye and watching for clearance down the drainage system. The Eye Specialist may also probe the drainage ducts and flush them out. The management will be...
by Dr. Mark Richardson | Jan 10, 2024 | Eyes
There are a number of different causes including the following: Allergy, infections or conjunctivitis and pink-eye, blepharitis (eye lid infection), dry eyes, styes, meibomian cysts, entropion (inward position of the lids), trauma which may be smoke or due to...
