Dr Ajay Sikand
About Me
Dr Ajay Sikand
MS
Otolaryngologist
10 Years Experience
Biography
My Clinic
OPD Hours
| Monday | Morning | 10:00 AM | - | 02:00 PM |
| Evening | 06:00 PM | - | 09:00 PM | |
| Tuesday | Morning | 10:00 AM | - | 02:00 PM |
| Evening | 06:00 PM | - | 09:00 PM | |
| Wednesday | Morning | 10:00 AM | - | 02:00 PM |
| Evening | 06:00 PM | - | 09:00 PM | |
| Thursday | Morning | 10:00 AM | - | 02:00 PM |
| Evening | 06:00 PM | - | 09:00 PM | |
| Friday | Morning | 10:00 AM | - | 02:00 PM |
| Evening | 06:00 PM | - | 09:00 PM | |
| Saturday | Morning | 10:00 AM | - | 02:00 PM |
| Evening | 06:00 PM | - | 09:00 PM | |
| Sunday | Morning | 10:00 AM | - | 02:00 PM |
| Evening | 06:00 PM | - | 09:00 PM |
Treatments
Specialised care and treatments offered
FOREIGN BODY REMOVAL FROM EAR
The presence of foreign bodies in the ear canal is a common urgent condition often encountered among children but can affect all ages. Immediate care is critical to prevent damage.
- The symptoms include ear pain, hearing loss on the affected side, discomfort, sometimes discharge if infection develops afterwards.
- Certain objects like beads, insects, cotton buds frequently become lodged accidentally in the ear canal causing obstruction and irritation.
- A careful physical examination using an otoscope identifies the exact nature and location of the foreign body before removal attempts are made safely by professionals only.
TONSILLITIS
Tonsillitis refers to inflammation of the tonsils caused by viral or bacterial infections. It commonly leads to sore throat and difficulty swallowing.
- Symptoms include sore throat, swollen tonsils with white patches, fever, bad breath, and tender lymph nodes in the neck.
- Causative agents: Viruses like adenovirus or bacteria such as group A Streptococcus are frequent offenders.
- Evaluation methods: Physical examination along with throat swabs help confirm diagnosis and assess severity.
- Treatment strategies: Rest, hydration, analgesics for symptom relief; antibiotics prescribed if bacterial infection is identified or strongly suspected.
- Surgical considerations: Recurrent tonsillitis cases might require tonsillectomy for long-term resolution.
Prompt recognition and appropriate interventions typically lead to quick symptom improvement and reduced risk of complications like abscess formation or rheumatic fever.
EPISTAXIS (NOSEBLEEDS)
Nosebleeds occur when blood vessels inside the nose rupture, leading to bleeding that can range from mild to severe. They are a frequent emergency presentation in ENT practice.
- Causes: Dry air, trauma, allergies, nasal inflammation, or underlying clotting disorders can trigger nosebleeds.
- Signs: Bleeding from one or both nostrils, sometimes accompanied by nasal blockage or crusting after healing.
- Diagnosis: Examination of the nasal cavity with anterior rhinoscopy helps identify the bleeding site and cause.
- Treatment options: Initial management includes applying pressure and nasal packing; cauterization may be needed for persistent bleeding.
- Prevention: Keeping nasal mucosa moist and avoiding nasal trauma reduces recurrence risk.
Although often benign, recurrent or heavy nosebleeds warrant thorough evaluation to exclude more serious conditions and ensure effective treatment.
ACUTE OTITIS MEDIA
Acute otitis media (AOM) is a common ear infection primarily affecting the middle ear. It often develops rapidly, causing discomfort and sometimes fever.
- Symptoms: Ear pain, hearing difficulties, fever, irritability in children, and sometimes fluid drainage from the ear.
- Causes: Usually caused by bacterial or viral infections following upper respiratory illnesses.
- Diagnosis: Typically involves otoscopic examination to observe inflammation or fluid behind the eardrum.
- Treatment: Antibiotics may be prescribed if bacterial cause is confirmed or suspected; pain relief and monitoring are essential parts of management.
- Outlook: Most cases resolve within a week with proper treatment; recurrent infections may require further evaluation.
This condition needs prompt attention to avoid complications such as hearing loss or spread of infection. Early diagnosis and appropriate care usually lead to full recovery.