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ENT HEALTH ARTICLES
Clear, practical answers to common ear, nose and throat questions from patients in Sarawak.
Nose and Sinus · 2 min read
Blocked Nose That Won't Go Away: When to See an ENT Specialist
Understand persistent nasal blockage and the signs that warrant an ENT assessment.
Review pending: Dr Nurhani Yasmin Abdul Rahman
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Nose and Sinus · 2 min read
Nose Allergies in Malaysia: Why Your Sneezing Gets Worse During the Haze
Learn how haze affects nasal symptoms and how to prepare for an allergy consultation.
Review pending: Dr Nurhani Yasmin Abdul Rahman
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Nose and Sinus · 2 min read
Sinusitis or a Cold? How to Tell the Difference
Compare cold and sinus symptoms without relying on mucus colour alone.
Review pending: Dr Nurhani Yasmin Abdul Rahman
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Nose and Sinus · 2 min read
What Happens During a Nasal Endoscopy
A practical guide to the camera examination used in an ENT consultation.
Review pending: Dr Nurhani Yasmin Abdul Rahman
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Nose and Sinus · 2 min read
Endoscopic Sinus Surgery: What to Expect Before and After
Understand preparation, recovery and the questions to ask before sinus surgery.
Review pending: Dr Nurhani Yasmin Abdul Rahman
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Head and Neck · 2 min read
Nasopharyngeal Cancer in Sarawak: Early Signs You Should Not Ignore
Know which persistent neck, ear and nose symptoms warrant prompt assessment.
Review pending: Dr Nurhani Yasmin Abdul Rahman
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Throat and Sleep · 2 min read
Snoring or Sleep Apnoea? Signs Your Snoring Needs Checking
Recognise breathing pauses and tiredness that make snoring worth checking.
Review pending: Dr Nurhani Yasmin Abdul Rahman
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Children · 2 min read
Does My Child Need Their Tonsils Removed?
Learn what parents and an ENT specialist consider before tonsil surgery.
Review pending: Dr Nurhani Yasmin Abdul Rahman
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Children · 2 min read
Glue Ear in Children: Signs Parents Often Miss
Spot subtle hearing changes and understand how glue ear is assessed.
Review pending: Dr Nurhani Yasmin Abdul Rahman
Ear · 2 min read
Why You Should Stop Using Cotton Buds in Your Ears
Understand why ear wax is useful and how to seek help for blocked ears.
Review pending: Dr Nurhani Yasmin Abdul Rahman
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Ear · 2 min read
Sudden Hearing Loss: Why It Needs Urgent Attention
Know why a rapid hearing change should not wait for a routine appointment.
Review pending: Dr Nurhani Yasmin Abdul Rahman
Head and Neck · 2 min read
Travelling to Bintulu for ENT Care from Miri, Sibu, Kuching or Brunei
Plan your appointment, documents and follow-up before travelling to Bintulu.
Review pending: Dr Nurhani Yasmin Abdul Rahman
