Headed by Consultant Prof. Shawki Elmoursi, the department offers the latest technology in a variety of ENT procedures specialising in combating Sinusitis.
Rayhan Medical Complex, a state-of-the-art medical centre located in Al Markhiya in Doha, provides patients in Qatar with one of the best Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) Speciality Department which focuses on extensive services, whilst offering the latest procedures and technology. The department focuses on acute sinusitis, subacute sinus inflammation and chronic sinusitis among other ENT problems.
Prof. Shawki Elmoursi, who has a MBBS, masters and MD Degree and is a professor and consultant in ENT, Head and Neck Surgery and on the European Board of ORL in Head and Neck Surgery, heads up the ENT department at Rayhan Medical Complex.
Rayhan Medical Complex offers a variety of nasal, ear and throat procedures with the medical clinic offers the latest in epistaxis treatment through coblation outed as a kinder, gentler tonsillectomy method.
Dry, windy and dusty conditions in Qatar can cause issues regarding sinusitis warns Prof. Shawki. He suggests that the best way to combat this is to avoid these conditions. “Wear a mask, avoid dust, keep carpets clean and don’t spend too much time outdoors.”
“Symptoms of allergic rhinosinusitis include sneezing, itching eyes, facial pain and headaches. Watery eyes and nasal blockages may also form part of the symptoms and using a nasal lubricant such as spray might be able to assist in clearing up sinusitis but if the problem persists this might be chronic sinusitis and visiting an ENT specialist is recommended” continues Prof. Shawki.
Chronic sinusitis is considered serious when it causes a change in the quality of life. Chronic sinusitis symptoms include headaches, nasal obstruction, dizziness and thick mucus discharge which could be yellow or green. In this instance it is suggested that visiting an ENT specialist for further inspection.
Says Prof. Shawki, “We would follow the basics by starting firstly with an endoscopic exam, followed by a CT scan of the nasal passage and from this we can determine the next steps.” At Rayhan Medical complex the functional but non-invasive Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery known as FESS which uses nasal endoscopes to enlarge the nasal drainage pathways of the paranasal sinuses to improve sinus ventilation is available as a potential treatment.
The third form of sinusitis known as Allergic Rhinitis, also called hay-fever, is a type of inflammation in the nose which occurs when the immune system overreacts to allergens in the air. Signs and symptoms include a runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, red, itchy, and watery eyes, and swelling around the eyes. Rayhan Medical Complex advises Desensitisation, which is allergen-specific immunotherapy. Explains, Prof. Shawki, “We start the medical treatment with anti-histamines, then oral steroids before moving to Allergen-specific immunotherapy, in which we increase the patients’ immune system through exposing them to the allergy in small increments.”
Rayhan Medical Complex also includes 10 outpatient clinics with majority Medical specialties of Dental, Dermatology, ENT, Paediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynaecology and Internal medicine. In addition, there is a much sought-after radiology department equipped with the latest X-ray and CT Scan equipment, which provides high-resolution images with a low rate of harmful radiation. In addition to medical Laboratory offering comprehensive range of medical tests.
For further information, contact 4433 5400 or visit http://www.rayhanmedical.qa
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