ENT Center La Union

28/07/2025

Please contact: 0945-368-6000 for your convenience.

26/07/2025

What Is Ear Barotrauma and How Can I Prevent It When Flying?

Ear barotrauma happens when pressure changes—like during takeoff or landing—damage the eardrum or middle ear.

Prevention Tips:
✅ Yawn, swallow, or chew gum during ascent/descent
✅ If with nasal congestion, you may use prescribed intranasal or oral decongestants.
✅ Try earplugs designed for flying

If you feel severe pain or hearing loss after a flight, consult your ENT.

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

26/07/2025

20/07/2025

Dizziness vs. Vertigo: What’s the Difference?

Many confuse dizziness and vertigo, but they’re not the same:

🔸 Dizziness: Feeling lightheaded, faint, or unsteady
🔸 Vertigo: A false sense that you or your surroundings are spinning

⚠️ Both can have different causes—from inner ear problems to low blood pressure or anxiety.

If symptoms persist, consult your ENT for proper evaluation.

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

16/07/2025

To our boss who always keeps us grounded, who brings us back to prudence, who advises us with rationality, and who always-in all ways supportive of the Center’s endeavors.

Happy Happy Birthday Dr. Jeremy Licudine! 🎉🎂🥳🎊🎁🎈

We wish you all the best in life. Good health. Continue to age gracefully. ✌️😊

12/07/2025

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).

10/07/2025

Allergic rhinitis affects 18% Filipinos in urban areas to 22.1% in rural areas, causing symptoms such as sneezing, nasal congestion, and itchy eyes. As we transition into different seasons, it's essential to be aware of the allergens that may trigger these reactions.

Understanding your triggers—whether they be pollen, dust mites, or pet dander—can significantly improve your quality of life. Simple measures like avoiding exposures to allergens, keeping your home dry and clean and washing bedding regularly can prevent allergic rhinitis.

If you know someone who is struggling with allergic rhinitis, consider consulting a healthcare professional for personalized advice and treatment options.

30/06/2025

Stop Using Cotton Buds to Clean Your Ears!

Using cotton buds may feel satisfying, but it can actually do more harm than good:
⚠️ Pushes wax deeper
⚠️ Increases risk of eardrum perforation
⚠️ Can cause infections or injury
👂 Your ears are self-cleaning—no need to poke inside!

If you have a wax problem, see an ENT specialist.

Protect your ears. Skip the cotton buds!

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

28/06/2025

🤢Umuubo ka ba tuwing kumakain? 🤢
🥴Nahihirapan ka ba lumunok? 🥴
🤮Lagi ka bang nabibilaukan? 🤮

✅Ang Functional Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) ay isang espesyal na procedure kung saan makikita at mapag-aralan ang procseso ng paglunok sa pamamagitan ng paggamit ng flexible nasolaryngoscope na ipapasok sa ilong upang maobserbahan ang pharynx and larynx habang ang pasyente ay lumulunok ng iba-ibang textures ng pagkain (liquid, semi-solid, solid).

✅Ang test na ito ay magbibigay ng agarang feedback sa safety at efficiency ng paglunok. Sa pamamagitan nito makakagawa tayo ng tailored na treatment plan para sa ating mga pasyente na may problema sa paglunok.

✅Mabebenepisyuhan nito ang mga pasyente nating post-stroke or may neurological disorder, o mga pasyenteng sumailalim sa operasyon sa head and neck.

Come and visit us:
📍Location: ENT Center La Union. Rm 138, SAB, Bethany Hospital, San Fernando City, La Union
📞Contact number: 0945-367-6000
📩Email: entcenterlaunion@gmail.com
📱Fb page: ENT Center La Union

24/06/2025

What If My Eardrum is Damaged or Perforated?

Signs of a perforated eardrum may include:
🔸 Sudden hearing loss
🔸 Ear pain or ringing
🔸 Fluid discharge

What to do:
❌ Don’t get water in your ear
❌ Don’t self-clean
✅ See an ENT specialist right away

Some cases heal naturally, others may need surgery.

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

19/06/2025

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).

16/06/2025

💉Botulinum Toxin injection is aesthetically used to reduce the appearance of wrinkles.

🥵Pathologically, it is used in the treatment of blepharospasm, hyperhidrosis and bruxism.

✍️Ask your doctor for more information.

👩‍⚕️Dr. Annabelle Asuncion, FPSO-HNS
ENT-HNS Specialist
Facial Aesthetic plastic Core of ENT Surgeons (FACES)

📞For appointment:
📍Location: ENT Center La Union. Rm 138, SAB, Bethany Hospital, San Fernando City, La Union
📞Contact number: 0945-367-6000
📩Email: entcenterlaunion@gmail.com
📱Fb page: ENT Center La Union