Otolaryngologist ·
Sterling Wockhardt Hospital , Mumbai, India
19 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Hindi , English
Specialises in:
Dr Neepa Vellimuttam 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.
Some of the signs and symptoms of ENT conditions include:
It is important to see an ENT specialist if you experience the above-listed symptoms so that they can diagnose the exact condition and then design the treatment plan as per the evaluation of your condition.
Dr Neepa Vellimuttam is available between 11 am and 5 pm (Monday-Saturday) for consultation.
Dr. Neepa Vellimuttam performs several procedures to treat ENT conditions. Below are some popular procedures that the doctor performs are:
Sinus surgery might be necessary when sinus infections are. The surgery is commonly used to treat chronic sinusitis but might be used for other sinus problems. Surgery involves making the openings between the sinuses bigger.
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An ENT surgeon is a medical specialist who is trained in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of conditions of the ear, nose, throat, head and neck. Some of the most common test performed for the diagnosis of ENT conditions are:
Tympanometry is done to diagnose problems that could lead to hearing loss. The test measures the overall movement of the tympanic membrane in response to the changes in pressure. The test can help your doctor determine if you have fluid in the middle ear, middle ear infection, or issues with the eustachian tube.
Ear, nose, and throat disorders like mild infections could often be treated at your home or by your general physician, but there are a few occasions when it is best to consult an ENT surgeon. Some of the symptoms which require a consultation with an ENT surgeon are:
ENT surgeons can help you with a very wide range of problems affecting your ears, nose, throat, head and neck. As specialists, they are able to perform various tests that would not be available from the GP.
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