Loss of smell — medically called  anosmia  — can happen for several reasons, ranging from mild and temporary to more serious causes. Common Causes Nasal or sinus issues (most common): Colds or flu  (viral infections) Allergies  (hay fever) Sinus infections Nasal polyps  or  deviated septum Chronic sinusitis Post-viral anosmia: After a viral infection (like  COVID-19  or influenza), the olfactory nerve can be temporarily or permanently affected. Neurological causes: Head injur

What is Air Pollution? Air pollution is the presence of harmful substances in the air we breathe, including  smoke, dust, toxic gases, and chemicals . During festivals, air pollution often increases sharply due to certain activities that release pollutants into the atmosphere. How Festivals Contribute to Air Pollution Firecrackers (e.g., Diwali, New Year’s Eve) Release toxic gases like sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and heavy metals. Increase levels of PM2.5 and PM10 (tiny

What is Noise Pollution? Noise pollution refers to  harmful or excessive levels of noise  in the environment that disrupt normal...

Maintaining good ear, nose, and throat (ENT) health is essential for overall well-being. These interconnected systems play a vital role...

Maintaining good ear, nose, and throat health is essential for overall well-being. These parts of the body play crucial roles in...

Otomycosis is a fungal infection of the external ear canal . It’s sometimes referred to as “fungal otitis externa.” This condition is...

Noise-Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL): Understanding the Risks and Prevention Noise-Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL) is a type of permanent...

Boxers often experience  ear injuries  due to repeated trauma, usually from punches. The most common type of ear injury in boxers is:  ...

What is the BERA Hearing Test? BERA (Brainstem Evoked Response Audiometry) is a non-invasive, objective test that measures how well the...

Excessive mobile phone usage can have several effects on hearing health. These effects stem primarily from prolonged exposure to loud...

What Is an OAE Test? An  Otoacoustic Emissions (OAE)  test is a  non-invasive hearing screening  that checks how well your inner ear...

Allergies during the  rainy season  are quite common, and they can be triggered or worsened by several factors that are unique to this...

Maintaining good health for your ears, nose, and throat (ENT) is crucial. These interconnected systems play a significant role in our...

During the rainy season, ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat) issues tend to increase due to higher humidity, sudden temperature changes, water...

# Understanding ASOM: Acute Suppurative Otitis Media ASOM stands for Acute Suppurative Otitis Media . It is a bacterial infection of the...

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“Wax ears” usually refers to  earwax buildup , or  cerumen impaction  — when too much wax accumulates and causes symptoms. Earwax is...

"Swimmer's ear" is a common name for  otitis externa , which is an infection or inflammation of the  outer ear canal  — the part that...

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