Chris Robinson D. Laganao, MD - Ear, Nose, & Throat - Hearing and Balance

02/11/2025

Hearing loss is on the rise and it is more common than you think. Loud sounds can damage your ears, leading to hearing loss or ringing in the ears (tinnitus).

Check out WHO’s tips to protect your hearing and care for your ears:

✅ Protect your hearing
✅ Get regular hearing check-ups
✅ Use assistive technology if recommended
✅ Request a hearing test for your children or anyone above age 50

26/10/2025

Browsing social media affects girls and boys differently, according to new research from Cambridge University Press & Assessment 📱

Based on data from thousands of 15-year-olds across 10 countries, the study found that the more time girls spend browsing social media, the lower their body image and life satisfaction scores tend to be, while boys’ scores remain relatively similar, regardless of how much time is spent browsing social media.

The findings highlight how different types of digital activity can affect young people’s wellbeing in gender-specific ways, raising important questions for parents, educators, and policymakers.

🔗 Find out more about what our Cambridge researchers discovered: https://cambrid.ge/3WQd1iu

08/10/2025

What Is Dysphagia and When Is It Serious?

Dysphagia means difficulty swallowing. It may feel like food is stuck in the throat or chest.

⚠️ See an ENT specialist if you have:
🔹 Pain when swallowing
🔹 Frequent choking/coughing when eating
🔹 Unexplained weight loss
🔹 Recurrent/progressive sore throat
🔹 Difficulty of breathing

These may indicate serious conditions requiring urgent evaluation.

This is the official public service page of the Philippine Society of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (PSO-HNS).

25/08/2025

Hence the importance of early detection and intervention of hearing loss among our elderly and senior citizens.

Early hearing aid use is linked to a decreased risk for dementia, new research has shown. Results of a new observational study found that individuals aged 70 years or younger with hearing loss had a 61% lower risk for dementia than their counterparts with hearing loss who did not wear the aids. http://ms.spr.ly/6185snwrf

18/08/2025

Hearing aid use is linked to fewer and less severe neuropsychiatric symptoms in patients with dementia, including apathy and irritability, vs nonuse, a new study shows. http://ms.spr.ly/6184srsqm

22/07/2025

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18/07/2025

If you or someone you know is wondering if a cochlear implant can help them, check out our "What is a Cochlear Implant" resource page! It's a great first step for anyone just beginning their cochlear implant journey.

www.acialliance.org/page/CochlearImplant

15/07/2025

Vertigo is a symptom that can be present in a wide range of possible inner ear and central causes. It is therefore important to find a doctor that can help you navigate through the different diagnostic tests and create a management plan that fits your diagnosis and shares your concern to recovery and restoring balance.

What is Vertigo and How is it Treated?

Vertigo is a sensation of spinning or moving, even when you're still. It’s often caused by inner ear issues like BPPV, vestibular neuritis, or Meniere’s disease.

Treatment May Include:
✅ Balance exercises (vestibular rehab)
✅ Medications
✅ Epley maneuver (for BPPV)
✅ Treating the underlying cause
If you're experiencing frequent vertigo, see an ENT specialist.

This is the official public service page of the Philippine Society of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (PSO-HNS).

21/06/2025

How Can I Protect My Eardrums?

Your eardrums are delicate—protect them with simple habits:
✅ Don’t insert anything into your ears
✅ Avoid loud noises; wear ear protection
✅ Keep ears dry after swimming or bathing
✅ Consult an ENT Specialist for proper diagnosis and treatment

Healthy ears = better hearing. Protect them daily!

This is the official public service page of the Philippine Society of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (PSO-HNS).

19/06/2025

Have your ears checked by your primary care physician or otorhinolaryngologist before it gets complicated.

I Have Ear Discharge — What Should I Do?

Ear discharge (or otorrhea) may be a sign of:
🔸 Infection
🔸 Injury
🔸 Eardrum perforation

❗ Don’t self-medicate or use cotton swabs. See an ENT specialist for proper diagnosis and treatment.

Prompt medical attention can prevent hearing loss.

This is the official public service page of the Philippine Society of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (PSO-HNS).

18/06/2025