Coloma ENT Clinic

27/10/2025

Otomycosis is a fungal infection of the ear canal. Normally, bacteria and fungi live on the skin all over the body including the ear canal.

What are the symptoms of Otomycosis?
👂🏼Pain in the ear
👂🏼Itching of the ear
👂🏼Plugging of the ear with decreased hearing
👂🏼Drainage from the ear

What Causes Otomycosis?
✅Removing earwax with cotton-tipped swabs can increase the possibility of an ear canal infection because the natural protectant of the skin is gone.
✅Excess moisture can also foster fungal infections of the ear canal in some patients.

What are the treatment options?
✅Preventing the growth of the fungus by removing the dead skin and fungal elements—best accomplished by a thorough cleaning of your ear canal performed by an ENT (ear, nose, and throat) specialist, and the application of an antifungal agent.
✅Protect your ears If you have repeated fungal or bacterial infections.
✅Keeping your ears dry and avoiding excessive use of cotton-tipped swabs.

Source: American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

23/10/2025

Ang ubo na matagal nang hindi nawawala ay maaaring may kaugnayan sa problema sa lalamunan o ilong. Magpakonsulta sa ENT para sa tamang pagsusuri at lunas.

How Is Chronic Cough Related to ENT Problems?

Not all coughs are lung-related! Chronic cough (lasting >8 weeks) may be linked to ENT issues such as:
🔸 Post-nasal drip
🔸 Allergies
🔸 Acid reflux (LPR)
🔸 Vocal cord irritation
🔸 Throat lumps or masses

If cough persists despite treatment, consult your ENT for a full airway evaluation.

This is the official public service page of the Philippine Society of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (PSO-HNS).

23/10/2025

‼️PAALALA‼️

𝗣𝗔𝗔𝗟𝗔𝗟𝗔 𝗞𝗔𝗨𝗚𝗡𝗔𝗬 𝗡𝗚 𝗜𝗡𝗙𝗟𝗨𝗘𝗡𝗭𝗔-𝗟𝗜𝗞𝗘 𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗘𝗦

Ipinapaalala ng Department of Health Central Luzon Center for Health Development (DOH CLCHD) ang pag-iingat mula sa mga Influenza-like-illnesses (ILI) o mga mala-trangkasong sakit na nakahahawa at nagdudulot ng lagnat, pananakit ng ulo at katawan, masakit na lalamunan, panghihina, at sipon.

Bagamat kasalukuyang mas mababa ng 33% ang mga naitatalang kaso ng ILI sa Central Luzon ngayong taon kumpara noong 2024, mahalaga pa ring malaman ang tungkol sa mga mala-trangkasong sakit.

Ang ILI ay mga nakahahawang sakit na sanhi ng iba’t ibang virus o bacteria na nagdudulot ng infection sa ilong, lalamunan, at/o baga. Ano man ang edad ay maaaring tamaan nito, ngunit mas mataas ang tyansa ng mga komplikasyon sa mga bata, matatanda, buntis, at mga may karamdaman.

Ang mga mala-trangkasong sakit na ito ay naipapasa sa pamamagitan ng droplets na galing sa ubo o bahing ng taong may sakit, at paghawak sa bibig, ilong, at mata matapos humawak sa mga kontaminadong gamit.

Hinihikayat ng DOH CLCHD ang publiko na gawin ang mga hakbang para makaiwas sa ILI:
-Umiwas sa mga masisikip at matataong lugar;
-Takpan ang bibig at ilong kapag uubo o babahing;
-Magsuot ng face mask, lalo na kung lalabas;
-Maghugas ng kamay gamit ang sabon at malinis na tubig;
-Siguraduhin ang sapat na pahinga; at
-Uminom ng sapat na tubig at kumain ng masustansyang pagkain

Samantala, pinapayuhan naman ang mga may sintomas ng ILI na pansamantalang manatili sa bahay at umiwas sa pakikipagsalamuha, lalo na sa mga “high risk” na populasyon. Uminom din ng gamot tulad ng paracetamol kung nilalagnat.

Patuloy ang mga isinasagawang hakbang ng DOH CLCHD para mapigilan ang pagkalat ng mga ILI. Tinitiyak rin ng ahensya na walang dapat ipangamba ang publiko kaugnay nito, lalo pa at likas lang na tumataas ang kaso ng mga mala-trangkasong sakit sa panahon ng taglamig, partikular na ngayong “ber” months.

Ang mga mala-trangkasong sakit ay naiiwasan. Magpakonsulta at makipag-ugnayan sa pinakamalapit na healthcare provider para mapanatiling ligtas ang pamilya at sarili.

06/09/2025

11/08/2025

Statement on Public Shaming of Doctors!

The Philippine Medical Association condemns the recent viral post on social media publicly shaming a Surgeon Physician. Professional fees for doctors can vary based on several factors, including the complexity and type of service rendered and level of expertise of the physician handling the case. Each doctor has the right to determine the worth of his services rendered guided by a common relative value scale followed in the Philippines. Based on accounts on services rendered to the patient mentioned in the case the hospital charges and professional fees were within acceptable limits of ethical practice.

We therefore condemn the post to malign a physician who performed his duty well. He was singled out despite the fact that there were several medical specialists who handled this very complex case. Based on facts gathered the high professional fee in question was incorrect and was actually lower , the physicians even agreed to be paid with a guarantee letter! Considering the patient was treated with utmost compassion and concern by the several attending physicians for more than 20 days the social media post claiming “heartless treatment “ from the Physicians is unjust and uncalled for.

Let's focus on promoting a supportive and respectful environment for healthcare professionals. Doctors and all health care professionals play a vital role in our lives, and you should be acknowledging their hard work and dedication. You were treated and saved from near death to good health ready for discharge and you repay their kindness with Public shaming!

06/08/2025

Why Does My Child Keep Getting Ear Infections?

Children have smaller and more horizontal Eustachian tubes, making it easier for fluid and bacteria to get trapped. This can lead to recurrent otitis media (middle ear infection), especially after colds or allergies.

Frequent infections may require ENT evaluation, possible hearing tests, or ear tube placement.

This is the official public service page of the Philippine Society of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (PSO-HNS).

31/07/2025

What Is Ear Barotrauma and How Can I Prevent It When Flying?

Ear barotrauma happens when pressure changes—like during takeoff or landing—damage the eardrum or middle ear.

Prevention Tips:
✅ Yawn, swallow, or chew gum during ascent/descent
✅ If with nasal congestion, you may use prescribed intranasal or oral decongestants.
✅ Try earplugs designed for flying

If you feel severe pain or hearing loss after a flight, consult your ENT.

This is the official public service page of the Philippine Society of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (PSO-HNS).

28/07/2025

A case of a 3 year old female with 2 weeks history of right nasal obstruction and right foul smelling discharge.

Cotton fiber used for filling items like stuffed toys or pillows was extracted. 👃🏼

25/07/2025

‼️UPDATED CLINIC SCHEDULE (August 2025)‼️

22/07/2025

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