Coloma ENT Clinic

16/08/2026

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.

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09/08/2026

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).

15/06/2026

13/04/2026

Ear Infections in Children Can Increase During Summer

Middle ear infections are common in children, especially during travel and seasonal changes.

Watch for:
• Ear pain
• Fever
• Irritability
• Trouble hearing

Seek medical care if symptoms persist.

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

10/04/2026

Swimmer’s Ear: Protect Your Ears This Summer 🏊‍♂️

Swimmer’s ear (otitis externa) is an infection of the outer ear caused by trapped water that allows bacteria to grow.

How to avoid:
• Dry ears well after swimming
• Tilt head to remove trapped water
• Avoid inserting cotton buds or objects into the ear

Watch for ear pain, itching, or discharge.

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

16/03/2026

ENT red flags🚩🚩🚩

ENT Red Flags You Should NEVER Ignore:

• Sudden hearing loss
• Difficulty breathing or swallowing
• Persistent nosebleeds
• A neck lump that doesn’t go away
• Severe ear pain with fever

These symptoms may require urgent medical attention. Acting early can be life-saving.

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

19/01/2026

💡Keratosis obturans (KO) is a condition of the external auditory canal (EAC) defined by accumulation of keratinaceous material in a lamellar arrangement that leads to dilation and blockage of the ear canal. It is commonly confused with impacted cerumen. The characteristic clinical features include severe otalgia and hearing loss due to the collection of a desquamated epidermal plug in the ear canal.

💡Aural polyps are fleshy growths that can develop in the ear canal or middle ear. They are typically the result of chronic inflammation, infections, or other underlying conditions affecting the ear. Although aural polyps are non-cancerous, they can cause various symptoms that impact hearing and overall ear health.

30/12/2025

Avoiding Throat Irritation During Cold Weather & Festivities

Cold weather, air-conditioning, holiday parties, and too much talking can irritate the throat. You can protect it by:
✅ Stay hydrated
✅ Avoid alcohol and smoke
✅ Limit loud or prolonged talking
✅ Use a scarf or mask in cold weather
✅ Consult a doctor if hoarseness lasts over two weeks

Keep your throat healthy while enjoying the season!

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