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👨🏼‍⚕️ More than 27 years of experience in ENT
👨🏼‍⚕️ Senior Consultant ENT and Head and Neck surgery
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📍 Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi

04/03/2026

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04/02/2026

👅 Hemangioma of the Tongue – What You Should Know

A hemangioma is a benign (non-cancerous) growth made up of abnormal blood vessels. When it occurs on the tongue, it may appear as a red, bluish, or purple swelling that can vary in size.

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🔍 Common Features:

• Soft, compressible swelling on the tongue
• Red or bluish discoloration
• May increase in size over time
• Can bleed if injured
• In some cases, may affect speech or swallowing

⚠️ When to Seek Medical Advice:

• Rapid increase in size
• Frequent bleeding
• Difficulty in eating, speaking, or breathing
• Pain or ulceration

🩺 Treatment Options:

Many hemangiomas may reduce over time, especially in children. However, treatment may be required in certain cases:

✔ Observation and regular follow-up
✔ Medications to reduce size
✔ Laser therapy
✔ Surgical removal (if necessary)

Early evaluation helps determine the best treatment plan and prevents complications.

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04/01/2026

⚠️ Midline Granulomatosis (Wegener’s) Affecting Nose & Palate

Persistent nasal symptoms or unusual changes in the roof of the mouth should never be ignored. In some cases, these may be due to a rare condition called Midline Granulomatosis, commonly associated with Wegener’s Granulomatosis (Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis – GPA).

Dr. Kalpana Nagpal, ENT Specialist at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, with over 27 years of experience in advanced ENT care.

🔎 What Happens in This Condition?

This is an autoimmune disease where the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks its own blood vessels, leading to inflammation and tissue damage—especially in the nose, sinuses, and palate.

⚠️ Symptoms to Watch For:

• Persistent nasal blockage or crusting
• Recurrent nosebleeds
• Foul-smelling nasal discharge
• Ulcers or perforation in the palate (roof of mouth)
• Facial pain or sinus infections
• General symptoms like fatigue or weight loss

If untreated, it can progressively damage nasal structures and surrounding tissues.

🩺 Why Early Diagnosis is Crucial:

Early detection allows:
✔ Control of inflammation with proper medication
✔ Prevention of tissue destruction
✔ Preservation of nasal and oral structures
✔ Better long-term outcomes

Diagnosis may involve ENT examination, blood tests, imaging, and biopsy when required.

🌿 With timely medical care and a multidisciplinary approach, this condition can be effectively managed and complications can be minimized.

If you notice persistent nasal symptoms or unusual palate changes, consult an ENT specialist without delay.

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03/29/2026

🤒 Persistent Fever, Sore Throat & Fatigue? It Could Be Infectious Mononucleosis

If you are experiencing prolonged fever, severe sore throat, swollen glands, and extreme fatigue, it may not be a routine throat infection. In some cases, the cause is Infectious Mononucleosis.

Dr. Kalpana Nagpal, ENT Specialist at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital with over 27 years of experience in advanced ENT care.

🔎 What is Infectious Mononucleosis?

It is a viral infection, commonly caused by the Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV), often seen in teenagers and young adults.

⚠️ Common Symptoms:

• Persistent fever
• Severe sore throat
• Swollen tonsils
• Enlarged neck lymph nodes
• Extreme tiredness (fatigue)
• Body aches

Some patients may also experience liver involvement or prolonged weakness.

🩺 Why Proper Diagnosis Matters

Infectious mononucleosis can be mistaken for a bacterial throat infection, leading to unnecessary antibiotics. Correct diagnosis ensures appropriate care and faster recovery.

🌿 Management & Care:

• Adequate rest and hydration
• Symptomatic treatment for fever and pain
• Avoid strenuous activity (to protect spleen)
• Regular medical follow-up

Most patients recover well with proper care, but early evaluation helps prevent complications and prolonged illness.

📍 For Physical Consultation (India):
Indraprastha Apollo Hospital
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03/28/2026

🦴 Elongated Styloid Process Causing Stylalgia (Eagle’s Syndrome)

Persistent throat and neck pain is not always a simple infection — sometimes, the cause lies deeper. An elongated styloid process can lead to a condition known as stylalgia (Eagle’s syndrome), resulting in chronic discomfort.

⚠️ Common Symptoms:

• Throat pain while swallowing
• Ear pain (referred otalgia)
• Sensation of a foreign body in throat
• Neck pain radiating to jaw or face
• Headache or discomfort on turning the head

🔍 What Happens?

The styloid process, a small bony projection near the base of the skull, becomes abnormally elongated, irritating nearby nerves and tissues—leading to persistent pain.

🩺 Diagnosis & Treatment:

Advanced imaging like 3D CT scan helps confirm the diagnosis. Treatment may include:
• Medications for pain relief
• Local injections
• Surgical shortening (styloidectomy) in severe cases

✨ Early diagnosis can significantly improve quality of life and relieve chronic, unexplained pain.

For Physical Consultation (India):
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03/26/2026

🌿 Fungal Ball in Sinuses – A Hidden Cause of Chronic Sinus Problems

This image shows a fungal ball (mycetoma) inside the sinus cavity — a condition where fungal material accumulates and forms a dense mass within the sinuses.

Many patients suffer for months with symptoms thinking it’s just chronic sinusitis, but the cause may actually be a fungal infection.

⚠️ Common Symptoms:

• Persistent nasal blockage
• Facial pain or pressure (especially one-sided)
• Thick nasal discharge
• Headache
• Reduced sense of smell
• Recurrent sinus infections not responding to medicines

Fungal balls usually affect one sinus (commonly maxillary sinus) and are more common in individuals with long-standing sinus issues.

🔬 Diagnosis & Treatment:

Diagnosis is done through endoscopic examination and CT scan.
Treatment is primarily surgical (endoscopic sinus surgery) to remove the fungal mass completely.

✔ No long-term medications required in most cases
✔ Relief is usually quick after removal
✔ Prevents complications and recurrence

🌟 Why Early Treatment Matters:

If ignored, it can lead to persistent infection, worsening sinus symptoms, and complications.

👉 If you have long-standing sinus issues not improving with treatment, don’t ignore it—proper evaluation is essential.

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03/23/2026

🌟 Successful Treatment of a Rare Neck Condition

Grateful moments like these remind us why we do what we do. Recently, we had the opportunity to treat a young doctor’s father who was diagnosed with cysticercosis of the neck—a rare and often challenging condition to identify and manage.

Cysticercosis in the neck region can be difficult to diagnose, as it may mimic other common swellings or infections. It requires careful clinical evaluation, imaging, and precise treatment planning to ensure the right outcome.

With timely diagnosis and appropriate treatment, the patient responded well and is now on the path to recovery. Seeing the relief and happiness in the family, especially from a fellow doctor, makes the journey even more meaningful.

✨ Every rare case successfully treated is a step forward in delivering better, safer, and more specialized care.

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03/18/2026

👶 Weak Cry Since Birth? It Could Be a Congenital Laryngeal Web

If a child has a weak cry, hoarseness, or breathing difficulty since birth, it should not be ignored. In some cases, the underlying cause may be a Congenital Laryngeal Web.

Dr. Kalpana Nagpal, ENT Specialist at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, with more than 27 years of expertise in airway and voice disorders.

🔎 What is Congenital Laryngeal Web?

A laryngeal web is a rare condition where a thin membrane forms across the voice box (larynx) from birth. This can partially block the airway and affect the normal vibration of vocal cords.

⚠️ Common Signs & Symptoms:

• Weak or absent cry since birth
• Hoarse or abnormal voice
• Noisy breathing (stridor)
• Breathing difficulty in severe cases
• Feeding problems in infants

Severity can vary — from mild voice changes to significant airway obstruction.

🩺 Diagnosis & Treatment:

Early diagnosis is done through:
• ENT examination
• Laryngoscopy (visualizing the voice box)

Treatment depends on severity and may include:
✔ Observation in mild cases
✔ Endoscopic surgical correction in moderate to severe cases

🌿 Why Early Diagnosis Matters:

Timely evaluation helps:
• Ensure proper breathing
• Improve voice quality
• Prevent airway complications
• Support healthy growth and development

If your child has persistent voice changes or breathing issues since birth, early ENT consultation is essential.

For Physical Consultation (India):
Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi
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03/17/2026

🔴 Recurrent Ulcers on Epiglottis – Don’t Ignore Persistent Throat Pain

Do you experience repeated throat ulcers, pain while swallowing, or discomfort deep inside the throat? If these symptoms keep coming back, the cause may not be a simple infection.

In some cases, it could be recurrent ulcers on the epiglottis — a small but important structure that protects your airway during swallowing.

Dr. Kalpana Nagpal, ENT Specialist at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, with over 27 years of experience in advanced ENT care.

🔎 What is the Epiglottis?

The epiglottis is a flap-like structure at the base of the tongue that prevents food from entering the airway while swallowing.

⚠️ Possible Causes of Recurrent Ulcers:

• Chronic infection (bacterial or viral)
• Acid reflux (LPR)
• Trauma or irritation
• Smoking or irritants
• Nutritional deficiencies
• Rarely, precancerous or serious conditions

🚨 Symptoms to Watch For:

• Persistent throat pain
• Painful swallowing (odynophagia)
• Sensation of something stuck in throat
• Voice changes
• Recurrent ulcers not healing

🩺 Why Early Evaluation is Important:

Recurrent ulcers should never be ignored. Proper ENT examination, including endoscopy, helps identify the exact cause and rule out serious conditions.

With timely diagnosis and appropriate treatment, most cases can be effectively managed and complications can be prevented.

📍 For Physical Consultation (India):
Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi
📞 +91 9818080522

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03/16/2026

🧠 Endoscopic CSF Leak Repair in a Patient with CSF Rhinorrhea

CSF Rhinorrhea occurs when cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leaks from the brain into the nasal cavity due to a defect in the skull base. Patients often notice a clear watery discharge from the nose, especially when bending forward, which should never be ignored.

In this case, the patient was diagnosed with CSF rhinorrhea and successfully treated with Endoscopic CSF Leak Repair — a minimally invasive surgical procedure performed through the nose.

🔬 What is Endoscopic CSF Leak Repair?

It is an advanced endoscopic procedure where the defect in the skull base is identified and sealed using specialized graft materials through a nasal endoscope.

🌿 Benefits of Endoscopic Repair:

• No external incision
• Precise repair of the leak site
• Faster recovery
• Reduced risk of complications such as meningitis

Early diagnosis and timely surgical treatment are crucial to prevent serious infections and protect brain health.

For Physical Consultation (India):
Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi
📞 +91 9818080522

🌍 For International Online Consultations:
📞 WhatsApp/Call: +91 9910319688

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03/15/2026

😴 From Severe Sleep Apnea to Restful Sleep — The Impact of Advanced Surgery

Before vs After results that truly transform a patient’s life.

This case highlights the remarkable improvement seen after in a patient suffering from .

Sleep apnea is a serious condition where the airway repeatedly collapses during sleep, leading to snoring, poor sleep quality, low oxygen levels, daytime fatigue, and long-term health risks.

📊 What the Sleep Study Showed

Before Surgery: • Frequent airway obstruction during sleep
• Multiple apnea episodes
• Disturbed sleep architecture
• Reduced oxygen levels
• Poor sleep efficiency

After TORS Surgery: ✔ Significant reduction in apnea episodes
✔ Improved oxygen saturation levels
✔ Better sleep quality and efficiency
✔ Marked improvement in overall breathing during sleep

🤖 Why TORS Makes a Difference

allows surgeons to precisely remove obstructing tissues in the throat using robotic assistance, improving the airway without external incisions.

This advanced approach can help patients with moderate to severe who do not respond adequately to CPAP therapy or medications.

🩺 The Key Message

A properly selected surgical intervention can dramatically improve breathing during sleep, restore healthy sleep patterns, and enhance overall quality of life.

Early diagnosis and expert evaluation are essential to determine the best treatment approach.

For Physical Consultation (India):
Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi
📞 +91 9818080522

For International Online Consultations:
📞 WhatsApp/Call: +91 9910319688

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03/11/2026

🌿 Inspiring the Next Generation of ENT Specialists

A wonderful visit to , interacting with enthusiastic young doctors and medical students. It was truly encouraging to see more women choosing ENT as their specialization, bringing dedication, skill, and compassion into the field.

Conversations around clinical learning, surgical training, and patient care made the interaction meaningful and inspiring for everyone involved.

The future of ENT looks brighter as more talented female doctors step forward to contribute to healthcare and surgical excellence.

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Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, Sarita Vihar, Delhi-Mathura Road
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Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 6pm
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Friday	9am - 6pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm

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✴ Dr. Kalpana Nagpal has over 26 years of experience in handling Microscopic and Endoscopic Surgeries in ENT including skull base.

✴ She had completed her M.B.B.S, M.S, D.N.B from Osmania Medical College followed by Robotic Surgery training from South Korea, Endoscopic Sinus Surgery training from the USA. She also has specialization in Snoring and Sleep Apnea from the USA.

✴ Her chosen specialization includes endoscopic procedures in ENT / Otorhinolaryngologist, tumors of Head & Neck, Robotic surgeries for snoring disorders, early throats cancers and scarless thyroid surgeries.

✴ She has done various important researches on Allergic fungal Sinusitis, at Savannah, Georgia Sinus Centre, U.S.A. and fellowships in her niche and has played a vital role in numerous faculty presentations in New Delhi, USA, South Korea, Nepal, Kenya & Dubai.