Thyroglossal cyst
A thyroglossal cyst is a benign cyst typically, that is a remnant left behind when the thyroid gland is formed in utero. It
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Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo
Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, BPPV or simply positional vertigo is a troublesome complaint. Patients complain of a sudden vertigo on a specific positional
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Removal of wax
Wax is a normal occurence in the ear canals. It is formed by the mixture of skin cells and the secretions from the
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Snoring in children
Snoring in children is not an infrequent occurence. However if significant and also mixed with obstructive symptoms this can be very disconcerting for
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Foreign bodies in the nose
Children not infrequently put things in their noses. Thankfully a lot of these are sneezed out. If however, these do not self extrude
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What is a grommet
A grommet is a ventilation tube that is placed in the eardrum by the ENT surgeon. It can be placed under local anaesthetic
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Branchial Cyst
A branchial cyst is a benign developmental anomaly that can form in the neck. It typically troubles patients in their first three decades
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I keep getting swimmers ear / otitis externa
Swimmers ear is a common condition. It is also referred to as otitis externa. Typically it occurs because of water getting into the
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In sinus surgery what is an endoscope?
An endoscope is an integral piece of equipment required to look in the nose as part of a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure. In
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Voicebox cancer
Cancer of the voicebox (larynx) typically occurs in patients who are smokers. High alcohol intake can be a contributory factor too. Patients typically
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Neck Dissection
The various functions and levels of lymph nodes are summarized in a previous A & P section under the heading of lymph node
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Lymph Node Biopsy
Lymph Node Biopsy – Anatomy & Physiology Lymph nodes are numerous in the head and neck region. They are a filter for bacteria
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Parotidectomy
Parotidectomy – Anatomy and Physiology The parotid glands are paired glands that are situated in front of the ears typically but portions of
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Thyroidectomy
What is Thyroidectomy? Anatomy and Physiology The thyroid gland is a structure that sits in the midline of the neck. It comprises of
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Microlaryngoscopy and Oesophagoscopy
Anatomy and Physiology The larynx and oesophagus are hidden areas to the general practitioner and therefore if someone has a complaint related to
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Snoring Surgery – Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty
Snoring Surgery (Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty) Snoring is an extremely common complaint. It’s cause may be multifactorial but it’s effects can be significant on the individuals
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What is Tonsillitis?
What is Tonsillitis? Tonsillitis is an infection involving inflammation of the tonsils. There are two tonsils, situated on either side of the back
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Gastro-oesophageal and Pharyngeal Reflux
Gastro-oesophageal and Pharyngeal Reflux The stomach produces acid that is corrosive and irritant. It is possible in some situations that the acid can
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Vocal Hygiene Advice
Vocal Hygiene Advice Ensure adequate fluid intake of water / squashes (NOT coffee or tea which contain caffeine and will dry the throat).
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Ear Care Advice – Inserting olive oil drops into the ear canal
Ear Care Advice The ear canal is self-cleaning. Do not insert any implements such as cotton buds into the ear. They will damage
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