Fear of the breathing tube: where does it come from?
Are you afraid of intubation? Are you once again putting off the decision to go for surgery? Is intubation during surgery necessary? What is a tube inserted into the mouth used for and how do you...
Can diet compromise your immunity? Check!
The immune system works continuously to fight pathogens and remove harmful substances. Diet has a significant impact on its work - supporting it by providing anti-inflammatory ingredients and...
Medical cannabis in otolaryngology
In which situations is medical cannabis used in otolaryngology? We present some examples of diseases treated in this way.
Hashimoto's disease and dizziness
Frequent, recurring dizziness can have various causes - one of which may be problems with thyroid function. Can Hashimoto's disease affect the appearance of dizziness? When should I see a doctor?...
White residue on the tongue: where does it come from and is it a cause for concern?
White residue on the tongue is not an uncommon phenomenon - it appears periodically in a great many people. Most often the problem is caused by some hygienic negligence, but sometimes the presence of...
Smell loss with COVID-19 and a visit to the ENT specialist: is it worth it?
The COVID-19 pandemic, which has been in force since 2020, has brought with it a wide variety of problems, and we are talking here not only about the restrictions that are exhausting everyone, but...
Diet by smell?
The effect of smell on the human body is a fact that is already used in many areas of life - for example in marketing - to increase sales of a particular product. Smell can also have an effect on...
Who should a patient with obstructive sleep apnoea go to?
Obstructive sleep apnoea is an entity that is often underestimated, but its consequences can be very serious. Patients suffering from this problem are often tired during the day, which impairs their...
Taste disorders - what can they involve?
Anyone who has suffered from a cold at least once in his or her life knows what a loss of smell and, consequently, a loss of taste is. Although these two senses are not the most important, their...
Olfactory disorders - causes and types of abnormality
Olfactory abnormalities can occur as a result of trauma, an infection or a medical condition. A long-lasting smell disorder should raise concern and prompt a visit to an ENT doctor.
Aphthous stomatitis
Aphthous ulcers affect around 20% of the population, representing a problem with an aetiology that is not fully understood. Erythema causes severe pain, restricting the ability to eat, drink and even...
Bacterial biofilm in ENT
A biofilm is a spatial structure in which clusters of microorganisms sticking to each other form a colony surrounded by a specific matrix. This 'structure' separates the whole colony from other...
TB vaccine vs coronavirus - are the vaccinated less likely to contract COVID-19?
A few days ago, the world was abuzz with the news that countries with mandatory TB vaccination have a lower incidence of coronavirus. Is there a link between the mycobacterium tuberculosis vaccine...
Coronavirus dangerous for smokers!
There is a lot of talk about coronavirus being particularly dangerous for the elderly and people with chronic illnesses. Recent data from the USA show that smokers, most of whom are men, are also...
Rhinitis and sleep: how can we make it easier to fall asleep when we have a blocked nose?
Rhinitis - commonly referred to as rhinitis - can make it difficult for patients to function not only during the day, but also at night. A blocked nose can result in difficulty falling asleep, as...
Lasers in laryngeal diseases
The laser, or electromagnetic wave, has been successfully used in various fields of medicine, including the popular use in ENT. Thanks to the precision of the method, it is possible to accurately...
Halitosis - are you affected?
Halitosis is the problem of an unpleasant odour from the mouth perceptible by the person affected as well as people in the surrounding area. It is usually caused by dental abnormalities in the form...
Hoarseness - can it have dangerous consequences?
Hoarseness is known as a dull and coarse voice that is caused by abnormal vibration, under-touching or impaired elasticity of the vocal cords in response to various disease processes.
What could be the reasons for frequent grunting?
Everybody grunts - it is completely natural and helps, among other things, to eliminate mucus lingering in the throat and any impurities that have entered with the air. Some people, however, find...
Dizziness - or is it?
Dizziness is a disorder involving the illusion of circular movement of the environment or one's own body. Patients often describe it as unpleasant feelings of body movement or uncertainty in holding...
