Dr Prasit Biswas : Otorhinolaryngologist & Head Neck Surgeon

24/06/2023

What is an allergy?
Allergy is a condition that arises when the body's immunity starts reacting to common substances such as food, drugs, and even dust, pollen, animal dander leading to reactions in the body. These substances are known as allergens and may be inhaled, swallowed, or can come in body contact through the skin.

28/05/2023

Trauma to the ears in any form, like Q Tips, Self ear cleaning with sticks, safety pins, Getting hit by any object, or even physical assault/ accident, Can cause severe damage to the skin of ear canal and other ear structures. It can rupture the ear drum, and damage small ossicles inside your ears.
If not checked promptly, it can delay the healing, can cause permanent damage to your hearing.

For Appointment, Contact @7003913618
Dr Prasit Biswas, ENT Head Neck Surgeon
Kasba, Kolkata

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28/05/2023

ENT and Associated problems - those that impact the ear, nose and throat - can affect anyone at any age. There are many different ways that this part of the body can be affected and some are easier to cope with than others. If you’re struggling with ENT symptoms then the first step is always going to be to identify the issue and, if necessary, to get some help with it - these are the most common ENT problems to look out for.

Ear infections. An ear infection is often the result of the cold and flu virus but can also result from water in the ear. It’s essential to know the difference between ear pain that is the result of an infection (which could require antibiotics) and ear pain caused by allergies. An ear infection will also make you feel irritable, could stop you from sleeping and cause a fever.

Vertigo. When you suffer from vertigo it feels like the room is turning or spinning. This is often caused by an inner ear problem, such as acute labyrinthitis or benign paroxysmal positional vertigo.

Allergies. Millions of people are affected by allergies, from pollen to dust. Allergies can cause long-term problems with the ear, nose and throat and need to be dealt with by an ENT allergist. ENT problems caused by allergies often look like headaches, coughing, runny nose and sneezing.

Tonsillitis. If your main symptom is inflammation in the throat then tonsillitis could be to blame. It is the result of a bacterial infection and also tends to cause bad breath, a fever, a white coating on the tonsils, swollen glands and problems swallowing. Repeated tonsillitis may lead to having tonsils removed surgically.

Sleep apnea. This happens when only a limited amount of air can get to your lungs at night. It can stop you breathing in your sleep which is both dangerous and very debilitating as we all need sleep to recover and recharge. Other symptoms of sleep apnea include choking sounds, morning headaches, memory loss, snoring and pauses in breathing.

Hearing loss. Many people experience a degree of hearing loss as they get older and this can be a common ENT problem. Loud noises tend to age the ears faster. Working with an ENT specialist can give you access to tools such as hearing aids.

A sinus infection. This often presents as similar to the common cold but is caused by bacteria and will often require antibiotic treatment. A sinus infection usually comes with other symptoms, such as teeth pain, a headache, coughing, fever, congestion and discoloured nasal discharge.

Acid reflux. This occurs when stomach acid rises up into the esophagus. It can be very uncomfortable as it causes heartburn. Treatment is often simple and may involve medication and/or changes to diet.

Cancer. Some ENT problems may be caused by cancer, such as tumours in the ear canal, nose, larynx or pharynx. Cancers in the mouth are often associated with smoking.

If you think you are suffering from any of these problems, we highly suggest you get yourself checked by an ENT Specialist.

To book an appointment in our clinic, Call/ Whatsapp us

@ 070039 13618
070039 13618
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09/03/2023

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03/03/2023

Get your ears and hearing checked on the week of World Hearing Day.
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Dr Prasit Biswas
ENT Specialist,
Micro and Endoscopic Ear Nose And Headneck Surgeon.

03/03/2023

Get your ears and hearing checked on the week of World Hearing Day.
Whatsapp: 070039 13618
Dr Prasit Biswas
ENT Specialist,
Micro and Endoscopic Ear Nose And Headneck Surgeon.

05/01/2023

Rhinoplasty is a complex and delicate plastic surgical procedure that alters how does your nose look and also how well it functions.

Changing the nasal structure vastly improves the overall facial beauty of the patient.

This patient presented with a gross deviation of nose due to past history of trauma. He was unhappy with the facial features and approached us for help.
Open Rhinoplasty was performed and cartilaginous as well as the bony structure was surgically manipulated to make the nose straight. Immediate post operative photos indicate a significant change.
Final outcome will take 3-4 months once the tissue swelling subside and fibrosis takes place.

Dr Prasit Biswas
MBBS, MS
@7003913618
Healthy You Clinic
Kasba Kolkata

14/10/2022

Using q tips to clean your ear is harmful and can be dangerous.
It can push the accumulated wax/debris deep inside the ear canal, making it clog up the canal. It can hamper hearing ability.

Inserting the q tip too deep can damage the delicate skin lining of ear canal making it susceptible to infections.

Inserting a q tip can also damage/rupture the ear drum.

It is wise to seek help of a medical professional if you think you have difficulty in hearing/visible debris inside the ear.

Dr Prasit Biswas, MBBS, MS (ENT)

+91 70039 13618

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03/09/2022

You may need surgery to repair a perforated eardrum if the hole in your eardrum is large or does not heal in a few weeks.
The hole in the eardrum can be due to trauma or infection (otitis media).

The type of operation you'll have is called a myringoplasty/Tympanoplasty.

What happens during surgery for a perforated eardrum.

Surgery to repair a perforated eardrum is usually done in hospital under Local/general anaesthetic ( usually decided after discussing with the patient)

During the procedure:

A small cut is made just in front or behind your ear and a small piece of tissue is removed from under your skin – this will leave a small scar, which will usually be covered by your hair.
Small surgical instruments are used to patch the hole in your eardrum with this piece of tissue – this may be done through your ear opening, or through a small cut made next to your ear.
A dressing is placed in your ear to hold the patch in place and stop water and germs getting in – this usually stays in place for about 2 or 3 weeks.
Cotton wool padding is put over your ear and held in place with a bandage
the cut(s) in your skin are closed with stitches
Most people can go home on the same day or the day after the operation.

Recovering from surgery for a perforated eardrum

It usually takes a few weeks for your eardrum to heal.

A follow-up appointment for about 2 or 3 weeks after your operation will be arranged before or soon after you leave hospital.

Looking after yourself

After the operation:

Make sure someone stays with you for the first 24 hours – do not drive or drink alcohol during this time.
Change the cotton wool in your ear every day (but leave the dressing that's deeper in your ear in place)
Avoid getting your ear wet – place cotton wool covered in petroleum jelly (such as Vaseline) in your ear when showering
You may need to stay off work (or school) for about a week – you might be off for longer if your job involves lots of moving or bending over
After about a week, speak to your Surgeon about getting your stitches removed (if the stitches do not dissolve by themselves)
Activities to avoid

Until you've had your follow-up appointment, avoid:

flying – read more about flying with a perforated eardrum
swimming
smoking
close contact with sick people – you could get an ear infection
sports and other strenuous activities
blowing your nose too hard – if you need to sneeze, try to keep your mouth open to reduce the pressure in your ear
Your doctor or nurse will advise you when to return to normal activities.

Dr Prasit Biswas , MBBS, MS
ENT Specialist & Head-Neck Surgeon
Clinic: Ruby Park, Kasba Kolkata
By Prior Appointment Only
Contact: +91 70039 13618 (whatsapp/call)

30/08/2022

Globus pharyngeus or globus sensation is the painless sensation of a lump in the throat and may be described as a foreign body sensation, a tightening or choking feeling.
It is often associated with persistent clearing of the throat, chronic cough, hoarseness, and catarrh.
Globus pharyngeus makes up 4% of ear, nose, and throat (ENT) referrals and is reported to have been experienced by up to 45% of the population.

Causes suggested include cricopharyngeal spasm, lingual tonsil, cervical osteophytosis, hiatus hernia, gastro-oesophageal reflux, sinusitis, post-nasal drip, goitre, foreign body, anxiety, and, very rarely, hypopharyngeal cancer.

It has been suggested that regurgitation of stomach acid and digestive enzymes induces chronic inflammation of the laryngopharynx resulting in symptoms.

Oesophageal motility disorders are another potential aetiological factor. Studies suggest an association between upper oesophageal sphincter function and globus sensation, with one showing elevated sphincter pressure in 28% of patients with globus pharyngeus compared with 3% of controls.

Psychological factors may also play a role. There is increased reporting of stressful life events prior to development of symptoms and research suggests that as many as 96% of patients with globus sensation report an exacerbation of symptoms during times of emotional stress.

Call/Whatsapp : 7003913618 to book appointment and get yourself checked.

08/08/2022

Hearing loss is defined as one of three types:

Conductive (involves outer or middle ear)
Sensorineural (involves inner ear)
Mixed (combination of the two)

Ear infection ( otitis media) , destroying of ear ossicles, fixation of ossicles, trauma to the ear can lead to hearing loss.
Aging and chronic exposure to loud noises both contribute to hearing loss. Other factors, such as excessive earwax, can temporarily reduce how well your ears conduct sounds.

Signs and symptoms of hearing loss may include:

=Muffling of speech and other sounds
=Difficulty understanding words, especially against background noise or in a crowd
=Trouble hearing consonants
=Frequently asking others to speak more slowly, clearly and loudly
=Needing to turn up the volume of the television or radio
=Withdrawal from conversations
=Avoidance of some social settings

When to see a doctor

If you have a sudden loss of hearing, particularly in one ear, seek immediate medical attention.

If Hearing loss is associated with ear pain, discharge, vertigo.

Talk to your doctor if difficulty hearing is interfering with your daily life. Age-related hearing loss occurs gradually, so you may not notice it at first.

Contact Dr Prasit Biswas @ +91 70039 13618 to book an appointment.

29/07/2022