Dr.Mohanty's Speciality ENT Clinics

  Management of hearing loss in senior citizens Prof Dr. Sanjeev Mohanty Dr.Mohanty’s Speciality ENT Clinics What is hearing loss in old age or elderly population? Hearing loss or PRESBYCUSIS is a physiological age related process which occurs in all individuals in their old age and like other organs in the body which also undergoes wear & tear with time. What is the cause of hearing loss in elderly people? It is due to degeneration of outer hair cells of the cochlea (sensory organ of hearing) or due to neural degeneration. Can hearing loss be prevented or stopped from progressing? As with other body parts, once hearing loss sets in , it is generally progressive in nature and cannot be prevented spontaneously How to assess whether one has started developing hearing loss? Difficulty in routine conversations. Increasing the volume of the television or radio than before. Difficulty in telephonic convers...

  Difference between Snoring and Sleep Apnea: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Options Prof Dr. Sanjeev Mohanty Dr.Mohanty’s Speciality ENT Clinics Sleep is an integral part of our living. Good quality sleep ensures a healthy body and mind. However, not everyone experiences sound sleep. One third of the population suff­ers from snoring, causing discomfort not only to themselves but also to others. Snoring usually becomes more serious with age and can lead to adverse medical conditions. What Causes Snoring? Snoring occurs when the flow of air through the mouth and nose is physically obstructed. Air needs to pass through the passages of nose, throat and back of the tongue to enter the windpipe and lungs to ensure sufficient oxygen supply for the body. If any of the passages are narrow, adjoining soft tissues of the throat and tongue collapse, leading to vibration and subsequent sound of snoring. What is Sleep Apnea? The collapse of the soft tissues of the throat and tongue can ...

Tips to prevent voice disorders Prof Dr. Sanjeev Mohanty Dr.Mohanty’s Speciality ENT Clinics Always remain well-hydrated by drinking plenty of water, avoiding extremes of temperature. Reduce the intake of caffeinated beverages and balance that intake with sufficient water.  Use a humidifier particularly if you are staying in dry climates. Recommended humidity of thirty percent in the surroundings is ideal. Practice healthy breathing techniques Professional voice users need to take special care of the respiratory system while singing and conversing. Take deep breaths from the chest periodically to support the voice and do not merely rely on the throat for speaking. Also, do breathing control exercises so that the vocal cords do not strain. Rest the voice when you are sick as illness burdens it with extra stress. Minimize talking, when the voice is hoarse and tired. You must also avoid using ex...

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