Dr. Jay Agarwal - NJ Ear, Nose and Throat Doctor

09/20/2023

These pictures show pre-op and 1 week post-op photos after a nasal bone fracture repair where you can see the straightening of the nose and the patients breathing improved significantly!

👃🏼 The nasal bones are the most commonly fractured facial bone.
👃🏼 Nasal bone fractures can lead to a visible structural deformity and can cause nasal obstruction. Sometimes, they do not cause either.
👃🏼 Prompt evaluation is necessary if a nasal bone fracture is causing a structural deformity or nasal obstruction. Surgical treatment must be done within the first 2️⃣ WEEKS. This allows manipulation/reduction of the nasal bones back into place before they start healing in the abnormal position.

‼️ If you sustain a nasal bone fracture, or are concerned about one after nasal trauma, make sure to see your local ENT Doctor ASAP so it can be taken care of in the appropriate time frame‼️

Permission to share photo given by patient.

06/15/2022

recently posted about his new onset of facial paralysis which has brought awareness to his diagnosis of Ramsay Hunt Syndrome. Wishing him a speedy recovery!

Ramsay Hunt Syndrome aka Herpes Zoster Oticus is a rare condition caused by reactivation of the Varicella Zoster Virus, the same virus which causes chicken pox. When it occurs, an urgent visit to an Otolaryngologist is needed as proper diagnosis and immediate treatment (within 3 days) is necessary for best functional outcomes of facial movement.

Symptoms include:
🦠 Painful vesicles/rash on the ear or mouth
🦠 Facial paralysis on one side
🦠 Dizziness
🦠 Changes in hearing

Diagnosis is made by clinical exam, hearing test and sometimes imaging.

Treatment includes:
🦠 High dose oral steroids
🦠 Antivirals
🦠 Proper eye protection as many times the eye cannot close properly

If you or anyone you know may have this condition, see your local ENT doctor ASAP.

04/06/2021

What is a hearing loss emergency?!

Idiopathic sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSNHL) is a devastating hearing loss emergency that is a sudden change in hearing..usually on one side, usually without any obvious trigger or cause. Without timely diagnosis and treatment, permanent hearing loss can result.

Symptoms can include sudden onset of hearing changes, ringing in the ears, or fullness/clogged sensation.

Diagnosis is made with a history, physical exam and hearing test.

Treatment usually includes high dose oral steroids, an injection of steroids through the eardrum or both and is ideally started as soon as symptoms start. Further imaging to rule out other causes may also be needed.

If you swipe, you will see pre and post-treatment hearing tests of a patient with a sudden onset of significant hearing changes and the inability to understand ANY words presented to that ear. With treatment started right away, the patient had near total recovery of hearing within a couple of weeks!!

If you have new onset of abrupt hearing loss.. DO NOT WAIT, GET SEEN TODAY!

@ ENT and Allergy Associates, LLP

02/18/2021

Nosebleeds (Epistaxis) are very common in adults and children, especially in the winter months.

They are most commonly triggered by damaged blood vessels within the nose. The most common causes of nosebleeds, especially in children, are dryness within the nose and nose picking. However, nosebleeds can also be caused by other more serious conditions such as clotting or bleeding disorders, high blood pressure, anticoagulation medications, nasal trauma, tumors, etc.

The best ways to prevent MOST nosebleeds is by keeping the nasal tissue moisturized. Here are the most common methods of nosebleed prevention.

- Nasal saline sprays
- Nasal saline gels
- Humidifier at home
- Avoid smoking
- Keep fingernails short (especially in children)
- Avoid nose picking and nasal trauma
- Avoid dry environments
- Avoid blowing your nose or lifting heavy objects/straining after a recent nose bleed

Make sure to call or see your doctor if you have any questions about your nosebleeds, especially if you have recurrent nose bleeds or your nosebleed wont stop!

Call ☎️(201)567-2771 to make an appointment today!

02/11/2021

What is an Otolaryngologist?

Otolaryngologists like myself, more commonly known as Ear, Nose, Throat doctors, are specialists with expertise in the medical and surgical management of diseases of the head and neck.

Becoming an Otolaryngologist usually requires going to college, then 4 years of medical school, and then finally an additional 5 years of surgical training during residency.

We are trained to treat various disease processes from the medical management of the simple runny nose to the surgical treatment of the complex anatomy in the head and neck. We also see patients of all ages from newborns to the elderly.

The most common problems that I treat are listed below:

- Acute and chronic sinus disease
- Nasal obstruction/congestion
- Changes in smell/taste
- Allergic symptoms (Runny nose, post nasal drip, etc)
- Voice changes/hoarseness
- Hearing loss
- Ear infections, ear pain, ear fullness
- Neck masses
- Pediatric ENT

I am currently accepting new patients and looking forward to meeting you!

Call ☎️ (201) 567-2771 or (201) 883-1062 to make an appointment or book online anytime at the link in my bio!

02/07/2021

https://www.entandallergy.com/news/ent-and-allergy-associates-llp-recruits-for-the-next-decade-practice-welcomes-jay-agarwal-md

ENT and Allergy Associates, LLP Recruits for the Next Decade - Practice Welcomes Jay Agarwal, M.D.