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Question 1

What is the average cost of an ENT specialist consultation in Bangalore?

Accepted Answer

The average cost of consultation for the ENT Specialist in Bangalore is between INR 200 to 700. The prices may vary as per the issue and the patient’s condition.

Question 2

Should I go to the ENT specialist during Covid?

Accepted Answer

While the cases are currently in control in Bangalore, you can avoid the risk by opting for an online consultation. If you need to visit the ENT specialist in person, wear a mask, maintain social distancing and use hand sanitizer frequently during your commute.

Question 3

Can I book an instant online consultation with an ENT specialist in Bangalore?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can book an instant online consultation with an ENT in Bangalore through MFine. You can sort by earliest availability and connect with the ENT specialist immediately. You will be asked a few preliminary questions based on your condition before the consultation.

Question 4

Can I book a follow-up consultation with the same ENT specialist in Bangalore?

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Yes, you can book a follow-up consultation with the same specialist. Further, if your previous case is closed, you will get the option ‘Consult again’.
Step 1: Go to Health files > My consultations
Step 2: Check the closed case
Step 3: Select the option of ‘Consult Again’

Question 5

How to prepare for a video consultation with an ENT specialist?

Accepted Answer

Before you begin the consultation session, make sure there is enough lighting so that you can be accessed properly. Also, take care of your comfort level. Make sure to list all your queries in written form to avoid missing chances. Maintain the proper Wi-Fi connectivity for hustle-free consultation. It will be better to note down all the consultant’s directions for beneficial results.

Question 6

How can I download the prescription shared by my ENT specialist?

Accepted Answer

Follow these steps to download the prescription shared by your ENT specialist:
Step 1: Go to My consultations
Step 2: Open the Case
Step 3: Click on the prescription
Step 4: Click on Download PDF

Question 7

What happens in the first appointment with an ENT specialist?

Accepted Answer

The ENT specialist analyzes the issue with the symptoms and discussion with the patient. This leads to starting the type of primary treatment needful for the patient. All the aspects relative to the medical history, allergies, and any other running treatment play an integral role in the primary treatment here.

Question 8

What is the basic duration of the follow-up with the ENT specialist?

Accepted Answer

In some cases, the patient only needs primitive care for their cure. The follow-up duration depends on the treatment, severity of disease, and the diagnosis of the patient. The body reaction of the patient is also responsible for the follow-up durations.

Question 9

Why are blood reports essential for the ENT specialist?

Accepted Answer

The blood reports are the essential and initial part of the ENT specialist for the treatment. Many patients have a severe blood infection, which causes nasal and other ENT issues. So blood reports are initially important to examine these conditions. Apart from this, in severe conditions, nasal endoscopy, allergy tests, and Tympanogram are important in ENT treatments.

Question 10

What is the observation to consult an ENT specialist?

Accepted Answer

When a person deals with hearing impairment, any type of nasal and chronic blockage, and constant throat infection, it is high time to consult an ENT specialist. The child snores one of the problems growing, which requires the initial assistance for the cure. The treatment in the initial stage works effectively and balances well with the body.

Question 11

What do ENT doctors check?

Accepted Answer

After collecting thorough medical history, past history of any similar conditions from patients ENT doctors check for any signs of disorders in your ear, nose or throat, such as

Infections in your ear, nose or throat
For any swelling or masses in ear, nose or throat
For any imbalance in certain position
Any redness or signs of persistent infection
Any ulcers in oral cavity
Any deviation in Nasal bone etc.,

Question 12

When should I see an ENT specialist?

Accepted Answer

You need to see an ENT doctor if you experience the following symptoms:

Pain or discomfort in the ear, nose or throat
Pain in cheeks or Headache frequently
Muffled or hearing loss
Persistent ringing sensation in your ears
Sore throat etc
Frequent runny nose
Change in voice
Pain or discomfort while swallowing or speech etc.,
Frequent bad breath from oral cavity

Question 13

What is a full ENT examination?

Accepted Answer

A complete examination by an ENT specialist comprises inspection of the face, nose, ears, throat, head and neck. Generally, the doctor would screen for any fluid in the eardrums, presence of any wax in ears. The examination of Nose includes the examination of the nasal septum,sinuses, presence of any masses, monitoring the progress of nasal decongestant sprays. The examination of the throat includes checking for tonsils, behind the oral cavity, checking for vocal cords using specific non invasive instruments. Also examination includes checking for lymph nodes, salivary glands, thyroid gland etc.

Question 14

How do you get referred to an ENT specialist?

Accepted Answer

In case of frequent cold or allergies related to nose or throat, difficulty in swallowing or pain during speech if you think you need to see an ENT but aren’t sure, it’s best to consult your family doctor or a General Physician, who’d let you know if you need to see an ENT.

Question 15

Can a doctor see fluid behind the eardrum?

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Yes. ENT doctors use a pneumatic otoscope instrument to see inside the ear and judge whether the fluid is behind the eardrum. This helps ENT Doctors to diagnose ear infections.

Question 16

Why do adults get recurring ear infections?

Accepted Answer

Adults get ear infections due to outdoor activities such as swimming or injury caused by a foreign body in the inner ear, chronic allergies, persistent infections, weakened immunity etc.,

Question 17

Can a dentist refer you to an ENT doctor?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If your dental infection has spread to your sinuses or behind the oral cavity you will be referred to an ENT specialist by a Dentist. Should the dentist feel that you have a medical condition related to the ear, nose or throat, they may refer you to an ENT specialist.

Question 18

Can an ENT drain fluid from the ear?

Accepted Answer

Yes. In a few cases when there is a need to drain the fluid from the middle ear that is behind your ear drum. Drainage of fluid from the ear is performed to treat the ongoing ear infection (Otitis Media).

Question 19

How many ear infections are too many?

Accepted Answer

It’s common to be infected once or twice a year, but anything more than that could mean a case of chronic ear infection. Any infection that recurs frequently or does not subside with usual treatments can be considered as chronic ear infection.

Question 20

How do I stop recurring ear infections?

Accepted Answer

Here are three steps to avoid recurring ear infections:

Consult ENT Doctor immediately if you have any related symptoms
Use medications as prescribed by your doctor
Finish the course of medications as prescribed and follow up with your doctor as advised
Stay away from cigarette smoke as this acts as an irritant.
Avoid using Cotton buds or Q-tips or any object to clean your ears. Go to an ENT doctor in case you need removal of ear wax.
Wash your hands regularly.

Question 21

Can an ear infection last for months?

Accepted Answer

Duration of infection depends on the underlying cause.
Inner ear infections can last for months.
Middle ear infections don’t last more than 2 – 3 days. In case of persistence of symptoms beyond 2 or 3 days consult your Doctor.
Outer ear infections can last up to a week or longer.

Question 22

Can ear infections spread to the brain?

Accepted Answer

Ear infections can rarely spread to the brain or the membranes surrounding the brain. Can happen in cases where infections are left untreated. Therefore consult your Doctor without any delay after onset of symptoms.

Question 23

How long do inner ear infections last?

Accepted Answer

Inner ear infections persist longer than other middle or outer ear infections. Few infections subside within a few weeks, but some can last for more than six weeks. If the symptoms are persistent or worsening, then it’s time you see an ENT specialist.

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