ENT SLEEP Disorders Clinic - Dr. Colina Q. Colina

01/11/2025

New 2024 studies reveal that teens sleeping under eight hours a night risk permanent brain damage. MRI scans showed reduced blood flow and damaged connections in areas of the brain that control memory, focus, and emotions after just five nights of restricted sleep. Experts urge consistent 8–10 hour routines and screen-free evenings to protect developing brains from long-term harm.

30/10/2025

21/10/2025

18/10/2025

How Is Chronic Cough Related to ENT Problems?

Not all coughs are lung-related! Chronic cough (lasting >8 weeks) may be linked to ENT issues such as:
🔸 Post-nasal drip
🔸 Allergies
🔸 Acid reflux (LPR)
🔸 Vocal cord irritation
🔸 Throat lumps or masses

If cough persists despite treatment, consult your ENT for a full airway evaluation.

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

13/10/2025

13/10/2025

Dear Doctors!

The Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery of Asian Hospital and Medical Center, in cooperation with the Philippine Society of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, is inviting Doctors, Nurses, all Allied Health Care Professionals, Interns, and Medical Students to the ENT EssENTials 19 Post-graduate Course, entitled: “The EzzzENTials of Snoring and Sleep Apnea”.

This will be held via ZOOM on November 19, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM. For inquiries, please contact Ms. Gina Enriquez at 0916-4681907, orlhnsdept.asianhospital@gmail.com. CPD Units for Physicians and Nurses Applied for.

Registration is FREE for the webinar! Please scan the QR Code in the poster, or click the link to register for this event:
https://forms.gle/QGTkNv9nSvFAjmKN7

We hope to see you there!

09/10/2025

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).

08/10/2025

👅 The Tongue: An Organ Made of Muscles!

Did you know your tongue is an organ made up of a group of eight muscles that work together 24/7 to help you eat, speak, swallow, breathe, and taste?

Let’s break it down 👇

💪 Intrinsic muscles (4 total) — shape the tongue:
• Superior longitudinal
• Inferior longitudinal
• Transverse
• Vertical

💪 Extrinsic muscles (4 total) — move the tongue around:
• Genioglossus
• Hyoglossus
• Styloglossus
• Palatoglossus

Each muscle plays a unique role, allowing the tongue to move precisely — from forming words to positioning food or maintaining proper oral posture.

Why optimal range of motion matters:
A tongue that moves and rests properly supports clear speech, effective swallowing, balanced facial growth, airway stability, and better breathing and sleep.

This small but mighty organ truly does it all!

08/10/2025

Postpartum haemorrhage is one of the leading causes of maternal mortality globally.

Even when not fatal, it can lead to lifelong physical and mental health impacts, from major organ damage to hysterectomies, anxiety and trauma.

It is highly treatable if caught early

08/10/2025

Practice these tips for good mental health

🤸🏽‍♀️ Exercise regularly
🍲 Eat healthy
😴 Get adequate sleep
🗣 Talk about your feelings

08/10/2025