MedFirst ENT Centre: Excellence in Tinnitus Care Understanding Tinnitus: Tinnitus is the perception of sound, like ringing or buzzing, in the ears or head, even when there is no external source of the noise. The symptoms vary from mildly irritating to severely disruptive, creating a unique experienc...

Managing Ear Infections in Children: Dos and Don’ts Ear infections are a common health concern in children, often causing discomfort and pain. There are two types of ear infections that can occur in children: external ear infections (otitis externa) and middle ear infections (otitis media). Un...

Laser Technology in ENT Surgery Ever wondered what LASER stands for? It’s ‘light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation.’ The beauty of a laser lies in its uniform energy waves, making it an exceptional cutting tool in medical procedures. Unlike conventional cutting inst...

Living with Allergies: What to Expect Allergy is hyperresponsiveness to simple triggers – these substances – known as ‘allergens’ initiate an immune response from the host with the release of certain chemicals that cause the typical symptoms of allergies. Exposure to a harmless substance lik...

Comprehensive Guide to Septoplasty for Nasal Septum Deviation Understanding a Deviated Nasal Septum Deviated Nasal Septum (DNS) occurs when the nasal septum, the structure that divides the nasal passage into left and right sides, is not centrally aligned. In most cases, there is a mild deviation in ...

Why Do the Elderly Fall? Elderly Fall -Most Common Reason •Impaired vision. Cataracts and glaucoma alter depth perception, visual acuity, peripheral vision and susceptibility to glare. … •Home hazards. Most homes are full of falling hazards. … •Medication. … •Weakness, low balance. …...