UERM Ear, Nose, Throat - Head and Neck Surgery

26/08/2026

Turn Down the Volume, Protect Your Hearing

Love listening with headphones? Your ears may not.
Listening to loud sounds for too long can damage the delicate structures responsible for hearing. Repeated exposure may lead to permanent hearing loss.

Protect your hearing:
🔉 Keep the volume at a safe level
⏸️ Give your ears regular breaks
🎧 Avoid prolonged exposure to loud sounds
👂 Get your hearing checked if you notice ringing, muffled hearing, or difficulty understanding speech.

Enjoy your music. Protect your hearing, too.

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

26/08/2026

Nasal Inhalers: Helpful or Harmful?

Nasal inhalers can provide temporary relief from a stuffy nose, but not all inhalers are meant for frequent or prolonged use.
Some decongestant nasal sprays can cause rebound congestion when overused, making your nose feel even more blocked.

Before using a nasal inhaler:
✔️ Know what’s in it
✔️ Follow the recommended directions
✔️ Avoid prolonged use of decongestant sprays
✔️ Consult an ENT specialist if nasal congestion keeps coming back

Treat the cause, not just the congestion.

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

12/08/2026

Know the Warning Signs of Head and Neck Cancer

Don't ignore symptoms that last longer than two weeks:
🔹 A persistent mouth ulcer
🔹 A lump in the neck
🔹 Hoarseness or voice changes
🔹 Difficulty swallowing
🔹 Persistent sore throat
🔹 Red or white patches inside the mouth

Risk factors include to***co use, excessive alcohol consumption, HPV infection, and prolonged sun exposure (for lip cancer).

Early detection leads to better treatment outcomes. If symptoms persist, consult an ENT–Head and Neck Specialist promptly.

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

12/08/2026

Cotton Buds and Your Ears: A Bad Match?

Think cotton buds keep your ears clean? Think again.
Your ears are naturally self-cleaning, and inserting cotton buds into the ear canal can:

❌ Push earwax deeper
❌ Cause irritation or infection
❌ Injure the eardrum

Skip the cotton buds and let your ears do their job. If you have excessive earwax, ear pain, hearing loss, or a blocked sensation, consult an ENT specialist.

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

27/04/2026

23/04/2026

Masakit ang tenga? Or something deeper ang drama? 👂🤔
Don’t let ear pain leave you guessing—is it external or internal ang issue?

Join us this April 25 (Saturday), from 5:00–7:00 PM via Zoom, for an informative webinar on Otitis Externa vs. Otitis Media, ear care practices, and the prevention of common ear conditions. This session aims to raise awareness, promote good ear hygiene, and help protect individuals, families, and communities from these conditions.

Listen closely… this webinar might just ring a bell. 🔔
Stay tuned and learn how to hear the difference!

📅 April 25, 2026 (Saturday)
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
💻 Via Zoom:
Meeting ID: 953 0450 6776
Passcode: pgig2dabes

🖥️Via FB Live:
https://facebook.com/CommedPGIs

See you there!

07/03/2026

Join our movem*ENT*

*2026 Pickleball Open Play* by the UERM Dept. of ORL-HNS.

Please scan QR codes for details and registration. See you!