I've been having trouble breathing through my left nostril and visited an ENT in Hyderabad who said there's extra bone growth in my nose causing the issue. They recommended surgery but I'm a bit unsure - could you suggest any other options or advice for this problem?

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If you're hesitant about surgery for a deviated nasal septum, consider consulting with another ENT doctor for a second opinion. While surgery is often the solution for a deviated septum, there are other options like medication to manage symptoms and improve airflow

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I'm experiencing some pain on the left side of my neck just below the ear, and it's been happening for the past two weeks. Sometimes my throat hurts too, and it feels like there's something stuck in my left ear. What could be causing this, and should I be worried?

Visit ENT doctor for evaluation and appropriate management

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I've been having this issue where I constantly feel the need to clear my throat, but nothing happensno cough or phlegm or anything. It's been going on for around 8 to 10 months now, and I'm starting to get worried. Why might this be happening, and should I be concerned?

That could be Allergic Bronchitis, identify the triggering factor and avoid it, visit ENT doctor for evaluation and appropriate management

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I've got this preauricular sinus pit and every month it starts discharging with this really bad smell. I'm wondering if I should go for surgery or if there's any medication that can help with this? I'm not sure what the best course of action is and would love some advice.

There are various advanced procedures for its closure, visit ENT doctor and plan best possible management.

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