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Rhinoplasty is often referred to as a “nose job” and is a plastic surgical procedure that is used to reconstruct and correct the form of the nose. This procedure can also restore functions and aesthetically improve the nose. A plastic surgeon, a maxillofacial surgeon, or an ear, nose and throat specialist (otolaryngologist) can create a […]
Currently in Ghana the cost of one hearing aid is between Ghc4000 – Ghc 6000 which means if you have Hearing Loss in one ear you are actually looking at the region of GHC 4000. Maintenance ( batteries, regular cleaning schedules, scheduled audiological assessment etc) not included. Now Ghana is a middle income and a […]
Dr. James Danso-Adams – ENT Doctor in Ghana works at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital. This is the information we gathered on him from our online searches. Hope it’s helpful. E.N.T. Dept. Korle Bu Hospital Tel.: 673033/6 Tel. ext.: 6419/6423 and Cathedral Clinic (Mondays & Thursdays 15.00-18.00 hrs.) Tel.: 667957 662790 665158 An ENT […]
Acid reflux refers to the condition in which the partially digested food containing digestive juices travels back into the esophagus from the mouth. To describe the mechanical layout of this disease, our digestive system has a circular band of muscle called lower esophageal sphincter. This muscle splits the stomach from the esophagus. When the food […]
Ear, nose and throat are closely related. So, ENT fractures can never be considered as mild injuries. Ear Nose and Throat Hematomas in any of these parts can cause serious troubles for the other two parts. One of the most common injuries to the nose is a nasal fracture or broken nose. This usually is […]
Strep throat is an infection caused by group A streptococcus bacteria, and it’s very common among kids and teens. The symptoms of strep throat include fever, stomach pain, and red, swollen tonsils. Only a small portion of sore throats are the result of strep throat. But it’s important to identify this bacterial throat infection for […]
Strep throat is an infection caused by group A streptococcus bacteria, and it’s very common among kids and teens. The symptoms of strep throat include fever, stomach pain, and red, swollen tonsils. Only a small portion of sore throats are the result of strep throat. But it’s important to identify this bacterial throat infection for […]
Otorhinolaryngology (ORL) or Ear Nose and Throat (ENT) Ghana, is a brand of medicine that specializes in the treatment and diagnoses of the disorder of the neck and the head. The complete name of the specialty is actually otorhinolaryngology, which includes the Greek words for nose, ear, and throat, which are exactly what these doctors […]
Otolaryngology jobs (ENT) are very hard to come by in Ghana. However there are many professionals in this field. The professional in this given medical area is referred to as an otolaryngologist. Otolaryngologists generally offer treatments for allergies, voice disorders, sinus problems and neck or head cancers among others. Also included in the subspecialties of […]