New Colony is one of the older neighbourhoods of Gurgaon, and Ace ENT Care sits just a short distance away at KK HealthCare Centre, 238, Sector 5. If someone at home has a throat problem that keeps coming back, it's an easy trip to get it looked at properly.
Dr. Sahil Kapoor is an ENT surgeon who sees adults and children for throat, voice, ear and nose problems.
Sore throats that keep coming back
Most sore throats are viral and settle within a few days with rest, warm fluids and simple painkillers. The ones worth seeing a doctor for are:
- Tonsil infections several times a year
- A throat so sore you can't open your mouth properly or swallow your own saliva (this can be a quinsy and needs urgent care)
- Fever and swollen glands in the neck that don't settle
- Bad breath and white stones in the tonsils
Repeated tonsillitis is usually treated with medicines first. If the infections are frequent, or there has been an abscess, tonsillectomy may be advised.
Hoarse voice and swallowing trouble
A hoarse voice after a cold or a long wedding function usually recovers in a few days. If your voice has stayed hoarse for more than two to three weeks, the vocal cords should be examined, especially if you smoke or use tobacco. The same goes for food sticking in the throat or pain while swallowing. A laryngoscopy in the clinic takes a few minutes and shows the voice box clearly. See throat specialist in Gurgaon.
Look after your throat
- Drink enough water, especially in winter when indoor air is dry.
- Avoid shouting or whispering for long periods. Both strain the voice.
- Cut down on late-night meals if you have reflux. It often shows up as throat clearing and morning hoarseness.
- Stop tobacco in any form.
Timings
Monday to Saturday, 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM and 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM. Sunday, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does a sore throat need a doctor?
If it lasts more than a week, keeps coming back, comes with high fever or difficulty swallowing, or if you can't open your mouth properly.
Do adults need tonsil surgery?
Only in specific situations, such as frequent infections or a previous abscess. Many adults are managed without surgery.
How long is too long for a hoarse voice?
More than two to three weeks without a clear cause. Please get it examined.
Clinic Location
238, Sector 5, Gurugram, Haryana 122001
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
