Dr Lubhesh Goyal
About Me
Dr Lubhesh Goyal
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
TONSILLITIS
An inflammatory condition affecting the tonsils that can present acutely with sore throat and difficulty swallowing. Both viral and bacterial pathogens are responsible for this common affliction affecting all age groups.
SUDDEN SENSORINEURAL HEARING LOSS
This sudden onset hearing impairment involves damage to inner ear structures or auditory nerve pathways. It constitutes an ENT emergency requiring rapid action to optimize recovery chances.
- Causative Factors: Viral infections, vascular insults, autoimmune conditions are common contributors though often idiopathic;
ACUTE SINUSITIS
This condition involves inflammation of the sinus cavities usually caused by infection. It presents with facial pain and blockage that can develop over a few days to weeks indicating acute inflammation.
- Symptoms & Causes: Facial tenderness, nasal congestion, purulent nasal discharge often linked to viral upper respiratory infections or secondary bacterial invasion.
- Evidencing Diagnosis: Physical exam coupled with imaging like X-rays or CT scans if symptoms persist beyond 10 days or worsen suddenly.
- Treatment Modalities: Decongestants, saline nasal sprays, analgesics; antibiotics reserved for confirmed bacterial cases per clinical guidelines.
- Pain & Symptom Control: Warm compresses on affected areas help relieve discomfort along with rest and hydration.
The majority of patients improve within two weeks with appropriate symptomatic therapy while recognizing when further medical assessment is needed improves outcomes significantly.
FOREIGN BODY REMOVAL FROM EAR
The presence of foreign objects in the ear canal is a common emergency seen in ENT practice. Immediate attention prevents complications such as infection or damage to the eardrum.
- Causative Factors: Small toys, insects, beads, or cotton can accidentally enter the ear especially in children.
- Detection: Visual inspection using specialized instruments allows identification of the object’s nature and position.
- Treatment Approach: Gentle removal under direct visualization using suction, forceps, or irrigation depending on the material involved.
- Post-Removal Care: Monitoring for any injury signs such as pain or discharge; antibiotics if infection risk is present.
Prompt professional intervention ensures safe extraction and minimizes complications related to retained foreign bodies in the ear canal.
EPISTAXIS (NOSEBLEEDS)
Nosebleeds are a frequent emergency ENT condition that can arise spontaneously or after trauma. They range from minor bleeding episodes to severe hemorrhage requiring urgent care.
- Causes: Dry nasal mucosa, nasal trauma, hypertension, or underlying clotting disorders can precipitate nosebleeds.
- Diagnosis: Clinical examination to identify the bleeding source and assess severity; sometimes imaging or blood tests are needed if recurrent or severe.
- Treatment: Initial measures include applying pressure and nasal packing; chemical cauterization or electrocautery may be used for persistent bleeds.
- Aftercare: Avoidance of nose picking, humidified air, and follow-up ENT consultations to prevent recurrence.
Nosebleeds usually resolve quickly with proper first aid and medical care. Persistent cases require expert evaluation for underlying causes.
ACUTE OTITIS MEDIA
Acute Otitis Media is an infection of the middle ear that commonly affects children but can also occur in adults. It typically arises quickly and causes ear pain and discomfort.
- Symptoms and Causes: Earache, fever, hearing loss, and sometimes fluid drainage; often triggered by viral or bacterial infections.
- Diagnosis: Physical examination using an otoscope to view the eardrum; patient history is important to identify onset and associated symptoms.
- Treatment Options: Antibiotics when bacterial infection is suspected, pain management with analgesics, and sometimes watchful waiting in mild cases.
- Management: Keeping the ear dry and avoiding irritants helps recovery; severe or recurrent infections might require further interventions like tympanostomy tubes.
With timely treatment, most patients recover fully from acute otitis media without complications. Early medical evaluation is key for effective management.