What are the risk factors of infertility
Some of the main risk factors of infertility in men and women are age, tobacco use, alcohol intake, being overweight, being underweight and lack of physical activity
What are the causes of male infertility
The causes of male infertility include abnormal sperm production or function, problems with sperm ejection, overexposure to certain environmental factors and health problems affected due to cancer & treatments
When should I see an infertility specialist
You are recommended to consult an infertility specialist if you are a woman aged 35 or above, have irregular periods, painful periods, known fertile problems, undergone cancer treatment and had multiple miscarriages.
While men should talk to a doctor if they have low sperm count, undergone cancer treatment, small testiclesm, and family history of infertility problems
What is Infertility
Infertility is defined as not being able to conceive naturally despite having regular intercourse for at least a year for most couples. It may result from an issue with either you or your partner or a combination of factors that prevent pregnancy. In such a case, In vitro fertilization treatment may be recommended. IVF is a method of fertilizing the egg with sperm outside the body to help women get pregnant
What are the lifestyle changes after surgery
It depends on the surgery you are undergoing and usually, your ENT doctor will recommend you to drink lots of water, intake of food on time, manage ideal weight, steam inhalation post nose surgery and to cut spicy food
What is a Cochlear implant surgery
A cochlear implant is a small, complex electronic device that can help an individual who is profoundly deaf, by providing a sense of sound. The implant consists of an external portion that sits behind the ear and a second portion is placed under the skin through surgery
What are the causes of nosebleeds
Nosebleeds can be caused due to various reasons; one of the most common reasons is weather changes. Generally, nosebleeds occur in bitter cold environments and hot climates. Other common causes are infection, hypertension, excessive intake of alcohol and use of blood-thinning medicines
Will my voice be affected by an ENT surgery
Yes, for any voice-related disorders, your voice is thoroughly assessed with laryngoscopy and speech tests and treatment is planned accordingly. The most common voice problems include hoarseness and vocal difficulties. If you have voice problems very frequently or notice voice change for a longer time, then consult the Best ENT doctor in Bangalore at Aster CMI hospital
What can I expect in my first ENT appointment
A full range of ENT assessment will be conducted by your ENT doctor, including face, ears, nose, throat, and neck. Then your nose will be assessed before and after the use of decongestant nose spray. Then, assessment of your voice box and back of your nose is performed using hand-held mirrors in the mouth
What are the surgical procedures performed by ENT doctor
ENT doctors can specifically perform the procedures that include Sinus surgery, Snoring/sleep disorder surgery, Corrective breathing surgery and Tonsil removal. Usually, surgery is recommended when the non-invasive treatments and medications fail and cannot improve the condition
