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Turbinates are scroll-like, shell-shaped networks of bones, vessels, and tissues within the nasal passageways. There are three turbinates on the sides of both nasal cavities (nostrils). They are called superior, middle, and inferior turbinates. Turbinates are made of bone and are covered by a soft tissue known as “mucosa.” They help regulate airflow and temperature …

The physician performs a pneumatic otoscopy using a special tool, otoscope, in the following manner: The patient must sit still during the procedure. During the examination of a child, the parent must hold the child on their lap. The doctor gently pulls the ear backward and upward to straighten the ear canal and get a better view of the eardrum. …

Mouth lesions are the abnormal patches, sores, or altered texture of the mouth lining. Mouth lesions are the abnormal patches, sores, or altered texture of the mouth lining. The various mouth lesions include cuts, lumps, bumps, or ulcers (firm white patches over the mouth, lips, gums, and throat). What are the signs and symptoms of mouth lesions? Pain is a …

The palate is a structure that forms the roof of the mouth. The palate is a structure that forms the roof of the mouth. It is divided into two separate parts, namely, the “hard palate” and “soft palate.” The hard and soft palates separate the mouth (oral cavity) from the nasal cavity. What is the hard palate? The hard palate …

Antibiotics are the first line of treatment for a mouth infection. The most common medicines used for a mouth infection include: Amoxicillin (drug of choice for mouth infection) Azithromycin Cefoxitin Metronidazole Penicillin Some other therapies for mouth infection include: Topical antifungals are given for 2 weeks, which are usually effective for uncomplicated oral candidiasis or thrush. Systemic antifungals may be …

Oral cancer develops in the lip, tongue, floor of the mouth, palate, gums, inner lining of the mouth, and throat. It accounts for 2-4% of the cancers diagnosed annually in the United States. The risk factors for developing oral cancer include tobacco consumption in any form (chewing or smoking), heavy alcohol consumption, a spicy food diet, recurrent trauma to the …

A myringotomy is a surgical procedure in which a small incision (cut) is made on the eardrum to remove any accumulated fluid, blood, or pus from the middle ear. It is generally followed by placing a ventilation tube over the eardrum. This procedure relieves the pressure buildup in the ear that may be caused because of severe middle ear infections. …

Sleep apnea is a medical condition where the breathing cycle stops for a short while during sleep. It is a potentially serious condition that can cause several complications including heart diseases and high blood pressure. Sleep apnea may be of different types. A common type of sleep apnea is called obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). OSA is usually seen in overweight …

Meniere’s disease is a chronic condition that manifests as hearing loss, vertigo, and ringing in the ears. Meniere’s disease is a chronic condition that manifests as hearing loss, vertigo, and ringing in the ears. Various surgical options are available for refractory Meniere’s disease that does not respond to medications or if the symptoms of the disease are severe. The various …

What are the four types of middle ear surgery? Middle ear surgery is a part of the series of surgical procedures to manage middle ear diseases. There are four different surgeries carried out to treat middle ear disorders, which include: Myringoplasty: It is a surgery to repair a hole in the eardrum. Ossiculoplasty: It involves rectification of the middle ear …