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ENT DOCTOR BLOG
Posts for: March, 2022
Have you ever stopped to watch a boxing or MMA fight on TV? If so, you may have noticed that some of the fighter’s ears looked more than a little misshapen. This deformity of the ear is often referred to as “cauliflower ear," and this problem occurs when an auricular hematoma is not properly treated or is left untreated. If you have questions about auricular hematomas, you’ve come to the right place. An ENT doctor is an ideal specialist to drain and treat this injury.What is an auricular hematoma?
Trauma to the ear, whether through an injury or blow to the head, can cause blood to collect within the cartilage of the outer ear, which also causes the cartilage and tissue to separate. As a result, the outer ear and its cartilage no longer receive blood flow, which causes the tissue to die off.
What causes an auricular hematoma?
We often see auricular hematomas in individuals who participate in contact sports such as boxing, martial arts, wrestling, and rugby. Of course, playing sports isn’t the only cause of an auricular hematoma. ENT doctors also see this issue after a bad fall, a severe car accident, or even after getting an ear pierced.
How do I know that I have one?
If you’ve just experienced a blow to the ear or side of the face and you are experiencing bruising, pain, swelling, or a deformity of the earlobe, this is a sign of an auricular hematoma. It’s important to seek immediate treatment from an ENT specialist who can drain the excess blood and prevent infection, tissue death, and cauliflower ear.
How is an auricular hematoma treated?
To prevent further complications from an auricular hematoma, your ENT doctor will need to drain the area. Local anesthesia will be administered to the area to numb it before a small incision is made to drain the blood. Then the area is rinsed with saline and a bandage is placed over the area. Antibiotic ointment may also be prescribed by your doctor to prevent infection.
How can you prevent an auricular hematoma?
If you play contact sports such as wrestling or boxing, the most important thing you can do is wear the proper protection and headgear to prevent an injury or traumatic blow to the head from causing an auricular hematoma.
If you experience blunt-force trauma to the ear it’s important that you schedule an immediate evaluation with an ENT specialist to make sure the problem is properly treated to prevent future complications such as “cauliflower ear."
Could you benefit from turning to our ENT team?
Are you are dealing with any conditions or problems that impact your ears, nose or throat? If so, your general practitioner may have referred you to our Washington, DC, ENT doctor Dr. William Bond, Jr. After all, an otolaryngologist is going to be the perfect doctor to add to your team if you are dealing with any of these issues,
Chronic Sinusitis
Having a sinus infection probably isn’t a reason to head right to our office; however, if your sinus infection persists for at least 12 weeks, this is what we call chronic sinusitis. You may also find that this infection doesn’t respond to normal over-the-counter remedies. If you suspect that you might have chronic sinusitis, our Washington, DC. ENT doctor Dr. Bond and his team have a full range of treatment options.
Allergies
Battling allergies can be miserable, especially when the only way you find temporary relief is with over-the-counter medications. Even worse, what happens when these medications don’t work? If you are dealing with seasonal or year-round allergies that cause a stuffed up or runny nose, itchy, watery eyes, hives and other issues, you might want to make a trip to our office so we can provide you with better ways to manage your symptoms.
Recurring Tonsillitis
Tonsillitis, or inflammation of the tonsils, is a painful throat problem that can affect not only kids but also adults. The bigger issue is when you find yourself dealing with recurring tonsil infections. If you have dealt with seven infections in a year, five infections per year for two years or three infections per year for three years, our Washington DC, ENT doctor may recommend having your tonsils removed.
Repeated Ear Infections
Yes, ear infections are common for children, so if your child keeps dealing with them, feel free to bring them to our practice, as well. Dr. Bond and his team also work with kids and teens. If you find yourself dealing with persistent ear infections as an adult this could also be a sign of more serious issues, so it’s worth having the issue looked at.
Hearing Loss
If you find yourself unable to hear people as clearly as you once did, this is another reason to schedule a trip to our Washington, DC otolaryngologist. Hearing loss can occur gradually so it may start with simply feeling as if you have to ask people to repeat themselves more often or you have to turn up the volume on the TV to hear it. Don’t ignore these early signs.
Are you looking for the leading ENT doctor in Washington, DC? If so, Dr. Bond has helped countless individuals living in and around the Washington, DC, area. If so, call (202) 726-7770 to schedule an evaluation.
When winter comes, Jack Frost can certainly nip at your nose, but he can also lead to dry, cracked noses, too. If this is something that you deal with throughout the winter months, an ENT doctor can recommend certain lifestyle changes and simple yet effective treatment options to help combat that uncomfortable and sometimes painful dry nose.Turn Down the Heat
Okay, so we know this isn’t going to be a popular tip for many people, but if you crank up the heat in your house this could be drying out your nose and leading to nasal congestion, nosebleeds, and other uncomfortable symptoms. If indoor heat is the culprit, we simply suggest turning down the temperature in the house and then wrapping up in more layers to compensate so you can still feel perfectly warm but without the dry, painful nose.
Apply Petroleum Jelly
This is another simple home remedy that most people have in their medicine cabinets already. Apply a very small amount of petroleum jelly to the inside of the nose to keep it moisturized. This shouldn’t be used regularly or for extended periods but can be helpful when you are dealing with a severely dry nose that needs immediate relief.
Use a Humidifier
A humidifier can certainly put moisture back into your home’s dry air, especially during the winter months when you have the heat running all day and night. Sleeping with a humidifier can improve the humidity and moisture in the room to give your poor dry nasal passages a bit of a soothing break.
Enjoy a Steam
Another way to open up nasal passages and soothe dry noses is by giving the nostrils a good old steam. You can do this by using your gym’s sauna room a few times a week or you can simply boil some water and place your face above the water to let the steam into the nostrils (cover your head with a towel to trap steam). A hot, steamy shower can also help.
Use Nasal Sprays
Over-the-counter saline nasal sprays can also be a great way to remove any dirt and germs that may be in the nasal passages while also keeping the nose wet. If you find yourself also battling congestion on top of a dry nose, saline nasal sprays can be a great option. Plus, unlike other types of nasal sprays, saline sprays can be used daily.
If you find yourself dealing with a severely dry nose that is cracking or leading to persistent nosebleeds, it may be a good time to consult with an ENT doctor who can provide you with more effective treatment options when home care just isn’t enough.
