Dr. Anton van Lierop Inc.

Dr. Anton van Lierop Inc. Dr Anton van Lierop is an ENT specialist based in Paarl. Dr van Lierop is passionate about his field

Choanal atresia is a congenital condition where one (unilateral) or both (bilateral) nasal passages are blocked by bone ...
12/11/2025

Choanal atresia is a congenital condition where one (unilateral) or both (bilateral) nasal passages are blocked by bone or tissue. This rare condition prevents normal airflow and can cause breathing difficulties, especially in newborns. Bilateral cases often need urgent surgery.

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Pendred syndrome is a genetic disorder typically associated with early-onset hearing loss and thyroid issues, particular...
10/11/2025

Pendred syndrome is a genetic disorder typically associated with early-onset hearing loss and thyroid issues, particularly a goiter (enlarged thyroid). It can also sometimes affect balance.

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Esophagitis is inflammation of the esophagus—the muscular tube connecting the throat and stomach. Symptoms may include:•...
07/11/2025

Esophagitis is inflammation of the esophagus—the muscular tube connecting the throat and stomach. Symptoms may include:
• Heartburn
• Chest pain
• Painful swallowing (dysphagia)
• Nausea and vomiting
• Chronic cough

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Chest pain when swallowing is usually linked to esophageal problems, such as esophagitis or motility disorders affecting...
05/11/2025

Chest pain when swallowing is usually linked to esophageal problems, such as esophagitis or motility disorders affecting food movement. Other causes include infections, caustic injuries, radiation, or certain medications that damage the esophagus.
⚠️ Seek immediate care if chest pain is severe, you cough up blood, cannot swallow, or struggle to breathe.

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Black hairy tongue is a harmless condition where the small bumps on the tongue (papillae) become elongated and discolour...
01/10/2025

Black hairy tongue is a harmless condition where the small bumps on the tongue (papillae) become elongated and discoloured, often appearing black or brown. While its appearance may be alarming, it is not dangerous and can often improve with good oral hygiene.
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Children with cleft palates need regular hearing tests, as they are at higher risk of hearing loss. This is often due to...
29/09/2025

Children with cleft palates need regular hearing tests, as they are at higher risk of hearing loss. This is often due to fluid in the middle ear or changes in middle ear pressure. Structural differences increase the risk of recurrent middle ear problems, which should be closely monitored by an ENT specialist.
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Safe listening levels are crucial for protecting hearing:• Sounds up to 70 dBA: Safe for unlimited exposure• Sounds at 8...
25/09/2025

Safe listening levels are crucial for protecting hearing:
• Sounds up to 70 dBA: Safe for unlimited exposure
• Sounds at 85 dBA: Risk of hearing loss after 8 hours of exposure
• Sounds above 85 dBA: Damage occurs faster, and safe exposure time halves with every 3-dB increase
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The mastoid is the bone located just behind the ear. Acute mastoiditis is a serious infection of this bone, often follow...
22/09/2025

The mastoid is the bone located just behind the ear. Acute mastoiditis is a serious infection of this bone, often following acute otitis media. Symptoms may include:
• Red, swollen skin over the mastoid
• Fever
• Discharge from the ear
• Severe pain
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A sore throat after surgery is common, particularly if general anaesthesia is used, since the breathing tube can irritat...
18/09/2025

A sore throat after surgery is common, particularly if general anaesthesia is used, since the breathing tube can irritate the throat. This pain is usually mild and temporary. However, consult your doctor if it prevents speaking or if the soreness lasts longer than a week.
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Watch out for the following red flags for ear infections:• Difficulty hearing• Discharge from the ear• A feeling of pres...
15/09/2025

Watch out for the following red flags for ear infections:
• Difficulty hearing
• Discharge from the ear
• A feeling of pressure or fullness inside the ear
• Itching and irritation in or around the ear
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One of the deadliest complications of otitis media is a brain abscess—an accumulation of pus in the brain caused by ear ...
11/09/2025

One of the deadliest complications of otitis media is a brain abscess—an accumulation of pus in the brain caused by ear infection. Symptoms may include:
• Severe headache
• Fever
• Nausea and vomiting
• Neurological deficits
• Altered consciousness
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If a patient complains of pain when swallowing—especially pain referred to the ear—refer them to the urgent ENT clinic. ...
09/09/2025

If a patient complains of pain when swallowing—especially pain referred to the ear—refer them to the urgent ENT clinic. Referral is also needed if there is pharyngeal ulceration or a neck lump. Other concerning factors include age over 40, smoking, alcohol abuse, and unexplained weight loss.
📍 74 Berlyn, Lemoenkloof, Paarl
☎️ 021 872 7472

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Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
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