AN OVERVIEW OF RHINOPLASTY: The term rhinoplasty is derived from Greek, meaning to shape the nose. The procedure dates back to ancient Egypt (3000 to 2500 BC) and ancient India (c. 800 BC). Whilst modern surgical techniques have evolved greatly, the forehead flap rhinoplasty developed in ancient India to reconstruct amputated noses, is still in […]
PITUITARY GLAND TUMOURS AND SURGERY: What is “the pituitary”? “The pituitary” is a gland that produces several different types of hormones that have a major impact in our bodies. The pituitary gland is also referred to as the “master gland” because its hormones control the production and release of other hormones in different parts of […]
EAR INFECTIONS AND “GLUE EAR”: HEALTHY EARS, HAPPY CHILD: The anguish and frustration of having a young child who is frequently sick is something many parents can relate to. Ear infections are not only miserable for the child, but can impact significantly on family dynamics, with interrupted sleep for child and parents alike, and often […]
WHATS UP YOUR NOSE? The presence of long-standing (more than 3 months duration) nasal symptoms such as nasal congestion or blockage, drainage sensation at the back of throat, runny nose, reduced smell, and particularly facial pain, does not necessarily mean that sinus disease is causing those symptoms. Such symptoms may occur due to nasal allergies, […]
DOES YOUR CHILD SNORE? Should you be concerned about a child that snores? Recent evidence suggests that there may be an impact on neurocognitive development in children who snore. What is obstructive sleep apnoea? In children, the majority of cases of obstructive sleep apnoea occur because the airway is narrowed by enlarged soft tissues, usually […]
ADULT OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNOEA: What is Obstructive Sleep Apnoea? Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA) is a condition where the upper airway (nose, pharynx, soft palate, tongue) collapses during sleep when muscle tone is reduced. This results in repetitive periods when one is trying to breathe, but cannot move any air due to blockage (obstruction) in the […]
NASAL POLYPS: The term “nasal polyps” typically refers to benign, inflammatory growths of the sinus mucosa that can fill up the sinuses and nasal passages. The symptoms caused by nasal polyps are similar to that due to other forms of chronic sinusitis. However, blocked nasal passages and reduced or an absent sense of smell is […]
FOOD ALLERGIES AND INTOLERANCE, AND SINUS SYMPTOMS: Allergies to food and food intolerance have been linked with nasal and sinusitis symptoms. Allergy and intolerance are two different types of diseases that some individuals can manifest when exposed to certain foods. More information on this subject can be found on this website. The distinction between allergy […]
SLEEP APNOEA SURGERY FAQ: Is sleep apnoea only a disorder of obese people? Why is it important to have surgery as an option for sleep apnoea? I heard / read that sleep apnoea surgery has a bad reputation, is this true? Will I be cured with a straightforward or single operation? What is a radiofrequency […]
