by Dr. Mark Richardson | Dec 11, 2023 | Eyes
Epiphora means watery eyes as opposed to lacrimation which occurs during, for instance, crying. The normal physiology and anatomy of the tear system is complex and the tears arise from the lacrimal gland which is located superiorally and laterally in the eye. The...
by Dr. Mark Richardson | Nov 14, 2023 | Nose
A history is followed by an examination which will include a nasal endoscopy. This will result in an accurate working diagnosis and will help you decide whether further imaging is required. Plain x-rays such as a lateral neck is not very useful but a CT scan and an...
by Dr. Mark Richardson | Nov 14, 2023 | Nose
The consequences of nasal obstruction in children are usually stertor with or without apnoea. This can result in cardiac failure which is seen in the younger child usually about the age of one. A blocked nose can affect teeth and palate growth with malalignment of...
by Dr. Mark Richardson | Oct 25, 2023 | Throat
Treatment of secondary globus is lesion specific. In primary Globus Pharyngus, patient reassurance is essential. Medical therapy revolves around decrease of acid production (PPI). This treatment is usually given in a twice a day dose over a period of three months...
by Dr. Mark Richardson | Oct 10, 2023 | Nose
As with Children, upper respiratory tract infections can occur with or without sinus involvement. Adenoids are usually not a cause of nasal congestion in adults, unless the patient is HIV positive or has a tumour in the back of the nose, for example, nasopharyngeal...
