Otolaryngologist ·
Fortis Malar Hospital , Chennai, India
37 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Tamil , English
Dr M N Shankar is a reputed ENT surgeon who has rich experience in various surgeries and can treat a number of conditions listed below
In severe cases of hearing loss, tonsillitis, and nasal polyps, surgery is recommended by an ENT surgeon. A cochlear implant helps a person with hearing loss restore the ability to hear. Tonsillectomy is a surgical method in which palatine tonsils are removed to treat tonsillitis.
The below-listed signs and symptoms may appear due to ENT conditions:
There are various types of conditions of ENT. Every condition has different signs and symptoms. An individual may not have the same set of signs for a condition and the severity of symptoms may also vary. You need to see an ENT specialist if you have persistent symptoms.
The operating hours of Dr M N Shankar are 11 am-5 pm. The doctor is not available on Sunday.
Dr. M N Shankar performs several procedures to treat ENT conditions. Below are some popular procedures that the doctor performs are:
Sinus surgery is the most common surgery to treat sinusitis or the inflammation of the nose and sinuses. The surgery may also be needed for other sinus problems. In this process, the openings between the sinuses are enlarged so that air could get in
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An ENT surgeon is a doctor who has received training in diagnosing and treating conditions related to the ear, nose, throat, head, and neck through surgery. An ENT surgeon may suggest the below-listed tests for the diagnosis of ENT conditions:
Tympanometry is used to evaluate the condition of the middle ear eardrum and the bones by creating air pressure in the ear canal. It helps in determining the function of the middle ear.
A person needs to consult an ENT surgeon in case of below situations:
An ENT specialist is an appropriate doctor to discuss disorders of the throat, ears, nose, head, and neck, including growths and infection. Some ENT specialists also specialize in allergies and their association with sinus issues. If you show any of the symptoms listed above, make sure you book an appointment with an ENT specialist.
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