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Seeing an ENT Specialist


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Seeing an ENT Specialist

If you have recently been referred to an ENT specialist, you are probably looking for more info about what might happen next. While we aren't medical professionals, we hope that this blog will answer some of the questions you may have. We were inspired to start writing this blog following a visit to the ENT department of a local hospital. Seeing the doctors and nurses at work made us want to find out more about this particular branch of medicine. We have carried out extensive research into this topic and will be looking at disorders and diseases which can affect your ears, nose and throat, as well as some of the common treatments.

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Empowering Parents: Supporting Children through Paediatric Grommets Surgery

Paediatric grommet surgery is a common procedure that can greatly benefit children with recurrent ear infections or hearing difficulties. As a parent, it is natural to feel concerned and want to support your child through this process. This blog post discusses a few fundamental ways parents can be empowered when supporting their children during paediatric grommet surgery. Educate Yourself Before the surgery, it is crucial to gather information about the procedure, its purpose, and what to expect. Read More 

Common Types of Hearing Tests

Most people do not know the difference between hearing screening and hearing tests. Hearing screening is part of a typical medical exam prescribed by a general physician. Ideally, a hearing screen is a fail or pass assessment whose sole purpose is to determine if you have hearing loss. On the other hand, a hearing test determines your ability to hear across a range of sound frequencies and tones. Notably, different hearing tests are necessary to determine specific abilities. Read More 

Understanding What Causes a Surfer’s Ear and How to Deal with It

Loss of hearing can be quite challenging, especially when you do not understand the cause. The ear is made in such a way that the auditory canal works perfectly when it is completely open. However, at times, certain objects might block the canal, creating a blockage in the path which sound is supposed to follow. The blockage can be caused by earwax, but at times, it is also caused by bone growing inside the canal. Read More