20/05/2025
Summer, while often associated with leisure and travel, can also pose several health risks—particularly affecting the ears, nose, and throat. In this informative session, Dr. Sudha discusses common ENT concerns that arise during the summer months and offers practical advice on how to prevent them.
She emphasizes that exposure to unclean water bodies during vacations can increase the risk of external ear infections. Additionally, poorly maintained air conditioning systems may aggravate nasal allergies. Dr. Sudha highlights the importance of adequate hydration, noting that drinking only 1–2 liters of water may not be sufficient in high temperatures, potentially leading to salivary gland infections.
[0:00]Summer isn't just about vacations; it can bring in a lot of ENT issues.
[0:05]We often travel during summer, and the possibility of external ear infections is high due to unclean water bodies.
[0:10]Uncleaned AC filters can affect people with nasal allergies.
[0:15]Individuals with migraine issues may experience headaches due to heat.
[0:20]Dehydration can occur even when consuming 1–2 liters of water, potentially leading to infections in the salivary glands.
[0:30]Avoid nose plucking as a safety precaution to prevent nosebleeds during summer.
[0:40]Ear pain is common during flights, especially if you have a cold.
[0:45]It's essential to treat nasal congestion properly to avoid ear pain and related problems.
[0:50]If you don't have any other issues, you might still experience nosebleeds.
[0:55]Summer is a joyful time, but we should protect ourselves from ear and throat infections.
ENT issues,Summer health problems,External ear infection,Unclean water bodies,AC filter allergy,Nasal allergy,Migraine and heat,Dehydration,Salivary gland infection,Nose plucking,
