Dr Gaurav Chatur
About Me
Dr Gaurav Chatur
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
VOICE DISORDERS
Dysphonia or voice disorders affect the pitch, volume or quality of voice production due to various causes involving vocal cords or related structures. These issues can impair communication substantially impacting personal/professional life quality.
- The characteristic manifestations include hoarseness, breathy voice, voice fatigue after speaking long periods,and sometimes complete voice loss depending on severity/etiology .
- Common causes encompass vocal cord nodules/polyps from misuse/overuse,laryngitis due infections/allergies ,neurological conditions affecting vocal cord movement ,or less frequently tumors/masses .
- Diagnosis requires detailed history exam including laryngoscopy visualization plus specialist voice assessment potentially acoustic analysis .
- Treatment strategies combine behavioral approaches via speech therapy aimed at proper voice use techniques alongside medical/surgical interventions addressing underlying pathology .
Early evaluation enhances chances for recovery allowing many patients maintain/restore their vocal function successfully through individualized care plans
SLEEP APNEA
This sleep disorder is characterized by repeated pauses in breathing during sleep due to obstruction in the upper airway. It commonly leads to poor sleep quality and daytime fatigue if untreated.
- The major symptoms include loud snoring interrupted by gasping or choking sensations followed by periods without breath lasting seconds to minutes during sleep observed often by bed partners.
- An overnight polysomnography study confirms diagnosis by measuring airflow interruptions along with oxygen levels and brain activity during sleep cycles.
- Treatment options range from lifestyle changes such as weight loss for mild cases; continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machines are frequently used as first-line therapy for moderate-severe apnea providing airway support throughout sleep hours.
- Surgical intervention may be indicated if anatomical abnormalities contribute significantly to airway obstruction when noninvasive methods fail or are intolerable for patients.'
ALLERGIC RHINITIS
This condition arises when allergens trigger an immune response in the nasal mucosa leading to inflammation. It results in bothersome symptoms that can be perennial or seasonal depending on allergen exposure.
- Telltale signs include sneezing fits, clear runny nose (rhinorrhea), nasal congestion, itchy eyes and nose symptoms commonly known as hay fever.
- The diagnosis relies mainly on medical history backed by allergy testing such as skin prick tests or specific IgE blood assays identifying offending allergens.
- Treatment usually entails avoiding known triggers alongside pharmacotherapy - antihistamines relieve itching and sneezing; intranasal corticosteroids reduce inflammation effectively; decongestants provide short-term relief for blockage.
- Immunotherapy (allergy shots) may be considered for long-term tolerance development in selected patients unresponsive to conventional therapy.
A comprehensive approach improves symptom control significantly enabling better daily functioning for those affected by allergic rhinitis.
MENIERE'S DISEASE
Meniere's disease is a disorder affecting the inner ear that causes episodes of vertigo along with hearing loss and tinnitus. The exact cause remains unclear but relates to fluid imbalance in the inner ear structures.
- Patients usually experience sudden attacks of spinning dizziness lasting minutes to hours accompanied by nausea and vomiting.
- This condition also involves fluctuating hearing loss, ringing in the ears (tinnitus), and a sensation of fullness within the affected ear.
- A diagnosis is clinical supported by audiometric tests; imaging rules out other neurological disorders.
- Treatment focuses on symptom control including dietary modifications like low salt intake, diuretics to reduce inner ear fluid pressure, and medications to suppress vertigo during episodes.
Lifestyle adaptations combined with medical therapy help many individuals manage this chronic condition effectively over time.
TONSILLITIS
Tonsillitis refers to inflammation of the tonsils, commonly caused by viral or bacterial infections. It frequently affects children but can occur at any age.
- The primary symptoms are sore throat, difficulty swallowing, fever, swollen tonsils often with white patches or pus.
- A healthcare provider diagnoses tonsillitis based on clinical features; throat swabs help identify bacterial causes like Streptococcus.
- The management approach depends on the cause—viral cases resolve with supportive care such as rest and fluids; bacterial infections require antibiotics.
- Recurrent or chronic tonsillitis may prompt consideration for surgical removal through tonsillectomy.
Proper diagnosis ensures effective treatment while reducing complications like abscess formation or spread of infection.
CHRONIC SINUSITIS
Chronic sinusitis is a persistent inflammation of the sinuses lasting more than 12 weeks despite treatment. It can cause ongoing discomfort and impact daily life.
- Symptoms include nasal congestion, facial pain or pressure, thick nasal discharge, and reduced sense of smell.
- Causes often involve infections, allergies, nasal polyps, or structural issues in the nasal passages.
- Diagnosis is typically based on patient history, physical examination with nasal endoscopy, and imaging such as CT scans of the sinuses.
- Treatment includes saline nasal irrigation, corticosteroid nasal sprays, antibiotics if infection is suspected, and managing underlying allergies.
- If medical therapies fail, surgical options like functional endoscopic sinus surgery may be recommended to improve sinus drainage.
With appropriate care and follow-up, most patients achieve significant relief from symptoms and improved quality of life.