During these Covid-19 times, one of the most recognisable voices on TV has been that of Dr Anthony Fauci. Dr Fauci is a physician and immunologist. He has been the Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases since 1984 and served under 6 US Presidents. He is a key member of the White House’s Coronavirus Task Force. During the early…
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[This article appeared in the July 2020 issue of Medical Connect, a newsletter produced by Eisai Singapore] Sore throats are very common and make up a substantial proportion of GP visits in Singapore. The most common cause of a sore throat is a viral pharyngitis that will respond well to supportive treatment with analgesics and gargles. A small percentage of sore throats are…
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Steroid inhalers are used commonly for the treatment of asthma. Doctors unfortunately do not spend time explaining to patients how to use these inhalers. There are also many patients who have been prescribed long-term inhaled steroids for chronic coughing. These patients may not need inhaled steroid therapy. Needless to say, you should consult your doctor before you stop any inhaler. I recently…
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As ENT surgeons, we often see patients who are hoarse. Many of them are professionals who rely on their voice to communicate at work. Subtle changes in voice quality often go unnoticed by many of us, but they can affect the performance of singers and teachers. I recently saw a patient who noticed that her voice was a little breathy and that…
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