Dr. Biswarup Mukherjee: Leading ENT Specialist Curing Ear, Nose and Throat Diseases

Dr. Biswarup Mukherjee is specialised in ENT and Otolaryngology, he is trained to treat and manage diseases related to  head, neck and face (ears, nose and throat). He treats tumors, trauma and deformities in these specified regions. He has vast experience of 29 years as Head, neck surgeon and best ENT doctor in Kolkata.

His medical services and  interests lies  in ENT Checkup (General), Ear Micro Surgery, Reconstructive Middle Ear Surgery, Ear Reconstructive Surgery, Salivary Gland Surgery, Head and Neck Pain, Adenoid / Tonsil Surgery, Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery - FESS, Surgery Of The Facial Nerve, Ear Infection, Cochlear Implants, Speech Impairment, Ear Wax (Cerumen) Removal, Congenital Ear Problem Treatment, Vertigo/Dizziness, and Pure Tone Audiometry.

He completed his MBBS in 1998 and MS in ENT speciality. He is currently located at AMRI Hospital, Kolkata (Dhakuria).

What Conditions ENT Surgeons Treat?

ENT Specialists like Dr. Biswarup Mukherjee provides complete  solutions for ear, nose and throat related issues along with speech, breathing, allergies, cancer, skin disorders and facial plastic surgeries. Let’s discuss some of these problems:

EAR

1. Hearing Loss: Hearing and balance are important to carry out our daily activities. Chronic exposure to loud noises and ageing factors results in hearing loss. ENT specialists treat such cases by medication or in critical cases through surgery.
2. Tinnitus: Around 15% to 20% of older adults face this issue. Tinnitus is when someone experiences ringing or other noises in their ears. It can be treated via consulting ENT specialists and can be prevented by lessening the usage of nicotine, caffeine and alcohol.
3. Sleep Apnea: This is a common and critical problem among mostly men in which breathing repeatedly fluctuates (starts or stops). It is a sleep disorder. Common causes include obesity, ageing, enlarged tonsils. It is common between adults and children both. Symptoms of sleep apnea include snoring, gasping, headaches, fatigue, depression, sleeplessness and sore or dry throat. Treatment includes lifestyle improvement, healthy diet, continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) and ENT surgery as per case criticality. 

Nose (rhinology): it facilitates breathing and exhibits the entry of harmful dirt, allergens, and other harmful substances. ENT specialists treat deviated septum, rhinitis, sinusitis, sinus headaches and migraines, nasal obstruction and surgery, skull-base tumors including those inside the cranial cavity, and more.

1. Sinus

Under this condition the nasal cavities around the nasal passages become inflamed. The cavities in the skull that surround eyes and nose responsible for vocal resonance are known as sinus.  Infection takes place when these cavities get infected by bacteria, fungi, or viruses. Symptoms include: headache, runny nose, sneezing, coughing, bad breath, toothaches, pain around the nose and eyes.

2. Skull

Base Tumors: Lumps, non-cancerous or cancerous cyst, skin tumor on the head or skull region due to head injury or some other condition can be treated via ENT surgery and medications provided by them.

3. Migraine

Intense headache at one particular region can be a reason for migraine. It is common among the people these days. Symptoms include sensitivity to light and nausea or vomiting, pain in eyes and neck, distorted vision etc. Warm shower baths and caffeinated drinks provide relief from the migraine in the initial stage. Consultation with an ENT specialist is recommended for complete treatment.

Throat (laryngology)

1. Thyroid: Dysfunction in thyroid gland leads to hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, goitre, thyroiditis and thyroid cancer. These conditions affect body metabolism and energy consumption. It affects most of the organs which influences heart rate, digestion, weight, energy levels and mood, among others. ENT specialists treat thyroid related conditions via medications and surgery depending upon the extent of the disease.
2. Tonsillitis: Infection in tonsils causes tonsillitis. It causes severe throat pain due to  common cold, mono, or strep throat. Under severe conditions, tonsils become inflamed for long periods of time, they must be surgically removed by an ENT specialist using "tonsillectomy" surgery. 

Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery: ENT specialists conduct facial plastic surgery to treat cleft palates, drooping eyelids, hair loss, ear deformities, facial paralysis, head and neck cancer restructuring and cosmetic surgery of face.

Consult an ENT specialist Dr. Biswarup Mukherjee, if you are suffering from any of the above mentioned conditions, no matter what extent of the condition is, even mild symptoms cause severe complications in the long run. Timely monitoring and medical testing keeps the body fit and healthy.