Question 1

I've been dealing with a lot of issues because of DNS and have cholesteatoma in my right ear. I need to get both septoplasty and cholesteatoma surgery done as soon as possible. Can you tell me what the cost for these surgeries would be in Hyderabad and whether they're usually covered under medical insurance policies?

Accepted Answer

for P/E ENT specialist opinion is advised to the patient.

Question 2

I'm having this annoying throat pain, and my doctor prescribed Augmentin 625. Do you think it'll help with the pain I feel when swallowing?

Accepted Answer

Augmentin 625, a combination antibiotic of amoxicillin and clavulanic acid, can help cure throat pain caused by bacterial infections such as strep throat, but if your throat pain persists or worsens, consult your doctor to rule out other causes, such as viral infections or other conditions.

Question 3

I've had a small fish bone stuck in my throat since yesterday afternoon, and it's been causing some irritation, especially when I try to sleep. I've been coughing and doing everything I can think of to get it out, but it's just not budging. Any ideas on what I should do?

Accepted Answer

If you have a fish bone stuck in your throat:

Immediate Actions

1. Remain calm.
2. Avoid swallowing.
3. Try to cough gently to dislodge the bone.

Home Remedies

1. Sip warm water or tea to soothe the throat.
2. Gargle with salt water (12 teaspoon salt in 8 ounces water).
3. Use throat lozenges or sprays for relief.
4. Apply heat to the throat with a warm compress.

Medical Attention

1. Consult a doctor if:
- Irritation persists or worsens.
- Swallowing becomes difficult.
- Fever or pain develops.
- Bone remains stuck after 24 hours.
1. Visit an emergency room if:
- Severe difficulty breathing.
- Bone causes severe pain.

Professional Removal

1. If the bone doesn't dislodge, consider:
- Endoscopy (medical procedure to visualize the throat).
- Professional removal by an ear, nose, and throat (ENT) specialist.

Prevention

1. Avoid eating fish with sharp bones.
2. Cut fish into small pieces before eating.

I went to an ENT who found nasal polyps on my right side and suggested endoscopy surgery but I read that polyps can come back and ayurvedic treatments like nasya might help Should I try ayurveda first or is surgery the better option to get rid of them for good

Ct pns Fess procedure Followed by nasal steroid spray for 3 months

More ENT Health Queries

I'm having this annoying throat pain, and my doctor prescribed Augmentin 625. Do you think it'll help with the pain I feel when swallowing?

I've had a small fish bone stuck in my throat since yesterday afternoon, and it's been causing some irritation, especially when I try to sleep. I've been coughing and doing everything I can think of to get it out, but it's just not budging. Any ideas on what I should do?

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