Dr Arathi Karat

Sinusitis involves inflammation of the sinus cavities, leading to symptoms like nasal congestion, facial pain, and headaches. Treatment options include medications, nasal sprays, and sometimes surgery, depending on the severity.

Adenotonsillitis is the inflammation of the adenoids and tonsils, common in children, causing sore throat, difficulty swallowing, and fever. Treatments range from antibiotics to surgical removal in chronic cases.

Ear discharge, or otorrhea, can result from infections, injuries, or chronic ear conditions. Diagnosis and treatment may involve cleaning, medications or surgery depending on the cause.

This minimally invasive procedure allows for detailed examination of the nasal passages and sinus openings, aiding in the diagnosis of various ENT conditions.

Videolaryngoscopy uses a camera to visualize the larynx and vocal cords, helping diagnose voice disorders, throat infections, and tumors.

A skin prick test identifies specific allergens by introducing small amounts of potential allergens into the skin, observing reactions to determine allergies.

Immunotherapy gradually desensitizes the immune system to allergens, reducing symptoms over time and improving quality of life for allergy sufferers.

Asthma, a chronic respiratory condition, involves airway inflammation and obstruction, managed through inhalers, medications, and lifestyle changes.

FOT is a non-invasive method to assess respiratory function, helpful in diagnosing and managing asthma by measuring airway resistance and reactance.

Allergic rhinitis is an IgE-mediated inflammation of the nasal lining triggered by inhaled allergens. At Allergy Central and Chirayu Multi-Speciality Clinic in Bengaluru, house dust mites are the most commonly identified sensitiser, followed by cockroach particles and, in some patients, outdoor pollen. The condition presents as recurrent sneezing, a watery or blocked nose, nasal itching and, frequently, itchy and watery eyes. It does not typically cause fever or facial pain. Diagnosis involves a clinical history, examination and, where indicated, skin prick testing to confirm the relevant allergens. Treatment is guided by the trigger and severity and may include allergen avoidance measures, intranasal corticosteroids, antihistamines and allergen immunotherapy for patients who qualify. Allergic rhinitis is associated with asthma in around 40% of cases, so a complete respiratory assessment is part of the evaluation at this clinic. Left untreated, allergic rhinitis can contribute to recurrent sinusitis, sleep disruption and reduced quality of life, all of which are avoidable with appropriate specialist management.