- Medical History and Clinical Examination: The doctor starts by reviewing the patient's symptoms and inquiring about their medical history.
- Nasal or Laryngeal Endoscopy: A small endoscope is used to closely examine the nose or throat to diagnose infections or tumors.
- Hearing Tests: For example, audiometry testing is used to determine the level of hearing loss.
- Laboratory Tests: Samples of nasal or throat secretions may be taken for laboratory analysis.
- CT Scans or MRI: These are used to examine the sinuses or inner ear in complex cases.
Dr. Islam Al-Houshi
Dr. Islam Al-Houshi
Specialist in Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT)
- Phone: 01017831012 0453300456
- Email:
Dr. Islam Al-Houshi
Specialist in Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) đŠē
Qualifications:
đ Diploma in Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT)
Dr. Islam Al-Houshi holds a specialized diploma in ENT, providing him with extensive expertise in diagnosing and treating health issues related to this specialty.
Specializations Offered:
Ear, Nose, and Throat Conditions for Adults:
đĻģ Treatment of ENT Disorders: Such as sinusitis, nasal obstruction, middle ear infections, and laryngeal diseases.
đĨ ENT Surgery: Performing surgeries to treat chronic issues or deformities in the nose, ear, or throat.
Ear, Nose, and Throat Conditions for Children:
đļ Treatment of ENT Problems in Children: Addressing recurring ear infections, enlarged adenoids, laryngitis, and other common pediatric conditions.
đ ī¸ ENT Surgery for Children: Performing delicate surgeries to treat ENT issues in children.
Hearing and Balance Disorders:
đ§ Diagnosis and Treatment of Hearing Disorders: Through advanced testing to determine the degree of hearing loss and appropriate treatment options.
đ Treatment of Balance Disorders: Such as dizziness or vertigo caused by inner ear disorders or nerve issues.
Audiology for Adults and Children:
đ§ Diagnosis and Treatment of Hearing Loss: Including thorough hearing tests for both children and adults to identify the cause and degree of hearing loss.
đ Advanced Audiological Testing: Using the latest technology in hearing tests to ensure the patient’s hearing ability is properly assessed.
Clinic Features:
đĒ Elevator: For easy access to the clinic, especially for people with special needs or the elderly.
đē Television: For displaying medical information or to entertain patients while waiting.
âī¸ Air Conditioning: To ensure patients are comfortable while waiting in the clinic.
Clinic Location:
đ Damanhur, Arabi Street, Misr Insurance Building, 5th Floor
The clinic is centrally located and easy to reach in Damanhur city.
Working Hours:
đī¸ Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday
The clinic is open on these days, and you can book an appointment or inquire about available slots.
Contact Numbers:
đ 01017831012
đ 0453300456
You can contact these numbers to book appointments or inquire about any medical details.
If you need a medical consultation or treatment in the field of ENT, Dr. Islam Al-Houshi offers specialized care with a focus on your health needs.
FAQ
An otolaryngologist is a medical professional specialized in diagnosing and treating a wide range of health issues that affect the nose, ears, throat, and mouth. This specialty deals with various conditions such as ear infections, hearing disorders, breathing problems, hoarseness, snoring, swallowing disorders, and tumors of the nose or throat. Treatment may involve non-surgical methods such as medication and physical therapy, or surgical procedures in some cases.
Subspecialties: This specialty includes ear surgery, nasal surgery (such as septoplasty or sinus surgery), laryngeal surgery, and tumor treatment.
- Ear Infections: Such as middle ear infections that can cause pain or hearing problems.
- Sinusitis: A common issue causing nasal congestion, headaches, and difficulty breathing.
- Hearing Disorders: Such as hearing loss caused by ear infections or changes in the inner ear.
- Hoarseness: This can result from inflammation of the vocal cords or problems in the larynx.
- Nasal Congestion: Caused by inflammation or a deviated septum.
- Nasal and Throat Tumors: Both benign and malignant tumors that require accurate diagnosis and surgical treatment.
- Snoring and Sleep Apnea: These conditions are treated by otolaryngologists using breathing support devices or laryngeal surgery.
- Diagnosis and Treatment: The doctor can diagnose hearing loss using hearing tests.
- Medications: If there is an infection or inflammation in the ear, the doctor may recommend medications such as antibiotics.
- Hearing Aids: In cases of chronic hearing loss, the doctor may suggest using hearing aids or, in advanced cases, cochlear implants.
- Surgery: In some cases, surgery may be required to treat problems in the middle or inner ear, such as repairing a ruptured eardrum.
Laryngeal surgery is used to treat various conditions such as benign or cancerous tumors in the larynx or to repair vocal cord abnormalities. The surgery includes:
- Tumor removal: Removing benign or cancerous tumors in the larynx or vocal cords.
- Laryngeal dilation surgery: Expanding the airways in cases of laryngeal stenosis.
- Vocal cord repair: Treating issues affecting the voice, such as vocal cord paralysis.
Medications: Treatment for sinusitis includes antibiotics if the infection is bacterial, and decongestants to relieve nasal congestion.
Surgical treatment: In cases of chronic or refractory sinusitis, surgery may be required to address blockages or to drain the sinuses.
Natural treatments: Nasal irrigation with saline (nasal rinse) is often recommended to help alleviate congestion and improve sinus drainage.
: You should visit an ENT specialist in the following situations:
- If you experience persistent hoarseness or loss of voice.
- If you are facing unexplained hearing problems or ear pain.
- If you suffer from chronic nasal congestion or difficulty breathing.
- If you experience recurrent ear infections or balance issues.
- If you have difficulty swallowing or throat pain.
Behavioral treatment: Such as changing sleep positions to avoid sleeping on the back and weight loss.
Surgery: May be necessary in severe cases where excess tissue is removed or the nasal septum is repaired.
Therapeutic devices: A CPAP device is used to provide a continuous airflow to prevent sleep apnea and snoring.
- Voice rest: Reducing voice use helps alleviate swelling and inflammation of the vocal cords.
- Voice therapy: Techniques to improve voice quality through vocal cord training and reducing strain.
- Medications: Medications to reduce inflammation, such as steroids, or antacids in cases of throat irritation.
- Surgery: In cases of tumors or abnormalities in the vocal cords.
- Avoiding smoking: Smoking irritates the throat, ears, and nose, increasing the likelihood of developing related diseases.
- Maintaining personal hygiene: Such as safely cleaning the nose and ears, and using ear protection to guard against loud noises.
- Early consultation: To detect diseases like cancer or infections at an early stage.
- Managing allergies: If you suffer from seasonal allergies, adhering to appropriate treatments can reduce the risk of sinus infections.
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