Throat

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Throat Care Overview

Our throat care services at Santosh Advance ENT Healthcare are designed to address various conditions affecting speaking, swallowing, and breathing. From sore throats and tonsillitis to voice and swallowing disorders, we provide a full range of diagnostic and treatment options. Utilizing advanced technology, our team of specialists ensures each patient receives personalized attention and care. We also address chronic conditions such as GERD, which can impact throat health, through a combination of medications, lifestyle changes, and surgical options. Our approach is to restore function and comfort, helping patients regain their voice and ease of swallowing with tailored treatments and therapies.

Treatment

Tonsillectomy (Tonsil Removal Surgery)

Surgical removal of tonsils for chronic tonsillitis or recurrent infections causing significant throat issues.

Pharyngitis Treatment

Antibiotics for bacterial infections or supportive care like pain relievers and hydration for viral causes.

Laryngitis Care

Voice rest, hydration, and sometimes medication to reduce inflammation and restore normal voice function.

Sleep Apnea Management

CPAP devices, lifestyle changes, or surgery to open airways and ensure proper breathing during sleep.

GERD and LPR Treatment

Medications to reduce stomach acid and lifestyle changes to prevent reflux and throat irritation.

Vocal Cord Nodule Removal

Voice therapy or minimally invasive surgery to remove nodules and restore normal vocal function.

Throat Cancer Treatment

Surgery, radiation, or chemotherapy depending on the stage and location of the cancer

Chronic Cough Management

Treating the underlying cause, such as GERD, allergies, or infection, with medications and lifestyle adjustments.

Dysphagia Therapy

Swallowing exercises, dietary modifications, or surgery to improve swallowing function and prevent aspiration.

Globus Sensation Management

Reassurance, acid reflux treatment, or therapy for underlying anxiety causing the sensation of a lump in the throat.

Epiglottitis Emergency Care

Immediate antibiotics and airway management to treat the potentially life-threatening swelling of the epiglottis.

Hoarseness Treatment

Voice therapy, hydration, and sometimes surgery for persistent hoarseness caused by vocal cord issues

Croup Treatment

Steroids and humidified air to reduce airway swelling and relieve the distinctive barking cough.

Strep Throat Antibiotics

Penicillin or other antibiotics to eliminate the bacterial infection and prevent complications like rheumatic fever.

Thyroid Nodule Management

Observation, biopsy, or surgery depending on nodule size and suspicion of malignancy.

Thyroid Nodule Management

Observation, biopsy, or surgery depending on nodule size and suspicion of malignancy.

Voice Rest for Strain

Resting the voice, hydration, and vocal therapy to recover from overuse or strain injuries.

Ailments

Tonsillitis (Inflamed Tonsils)

Inflammation of the tonsils caused by viral or bacterial infections, resulting in sore throat, fever, and swallowing difficulty.

Pharyngitis (Sore Throat)

Infection or inflammation of the pharynx, often leading to pain, scratchiness, and discomfort when swallowing.

Laryngitis (Voice Box Inflammation)

Inflammation of the larynx, causing hoarseness, loss of voice, and sometimes a dry cough.

Sleep Apnea (Breathing Disorder)

A condition where breathing repeatedly stops during sleep, causing loud snoring and daytime fatigue.

GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)

Acid from the stomach flows back into the throat, causing irritation, heartburn, and sometimes a chronic cough.

Vocal Cord Nodules and Polyps

Benign growths on the vocal cords due to overuse or irritation, causing hoarseness and vocal fatigue.

Throat Cancer

Malignant growths in the throat, often associated with smoking or HPV, causing persistent hoarseness or difficulty swallowing.

Chronic Cough

A cough lasting more than eight weeks, often caused by reflux, allergies, or throat irritation.

Dysphagia (Swallowing Difficulty)

Difficulty swallowing due to problems in the throat or esophagus, often accompanied by pain or the feeling of food sticking.

Globus Sensation (Lump in Throat)

Persistent feeling of a lump or something stuck in the throat without an actual blockage.

Epiglottitis (Inflammation of the Epiglottis)

A potentially life-threatening condition causing swelling of the epiglottis, leading to severe throat pain and breathing difficulties.

Hoarseness (Voice Changes)

Changes in the voice, including roughness, weakness, or loss, often due to vocal strain or laryngeal issues.

Croup (Barking Cough)

Viral infection in children causing a distinctive barking cough and difficulty breathing due to swelling in the throat.

Strep Throat (Bacterial Infection)

A bacterial infection causing severe sore throat, fever, swollen lymph nodes, and white patches on the tonsils.

Voice Strain (Vocal Fatigue)

Overuse of the voice causing hoarseness, discomfort, or loss of vocal strength.

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Thyroid Nodules

Lumps in the thyroid gland, sometimes causing difficulty swallowing or breathing, though often benign.

Throat Ulcers

Painful sores in the throat caused by infections, trauma, or acid reflux.

Esophageal Stricture (Narrowing)

Narrowing of the esophagus leading to swallowing difficulties and food impaction.

Snoring (Airway Obstruction)

Noisy breathing during sleep due to partial airway obstruction, often linked to nasal or throat issues.

Tracheal Stenosis (Windpipe Narrowing)

Narrowing of the trachea, causing breathing difficulties and wheezing, often following injury or prolonged intubation.

Paralysis of Vocal Cords

One or both vocal cords do not move properly, leading to hoarseness, breathiness, and swallowing issues.

Tonsil Stones (Tonsilloliths)

Hard, calcified deposits forming in the crevices of the tonsils, causing bad breath and discomfort.

Quinsy (Peritonsillar Abscess)

A collection of pus near the tonsils, causing severe throat pain, difficulty swallowing, and fever.

Foreign Body in Throat

Objects stuck in the throat, causing choking, pain, and difficulty swallowing.

Throat Dryness

Persistent dryness in the throat due to dehydration, mouth breathing, or environmental factors.

Laryngeal Papillomatosis

Growth of benign tumors on the vocal cords caused by HPV, leading to voice changes and breathing difficulties.

Cricopharyngeal Spasm

Involuntary spasms in the throat muscles causing the sensation of a lump or tightness.

Throat Injuries

Trauma to the throat from accidents, sharp objects, or burns, leading to pain and swelling.

Throat Hemorrhage

Bleeding in the throat due to injury, surgery, or severe infection, requiring immediate medical attention.