MIDWEST ENT UPDATE 9/29/2020

As we approach fall and winter, we wish to update you on your ear nose and throat health. We recommend that you have your humidifiers inspected and cleaned. If you don't have one, this may be a good time to purchase. When heaters go on, so should humidifiers. In addition, nasal saline sprays and netty pots often times aid in healthy noses and throats. It is becoming increasingly well known how important good nasal breathing is for our overall health. I am sending a link to a recent story aired on CBS News, featuring James Nestor, author of the recent book, "Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art". It is very insightful and I hope you enjoy it.

We continue to take very strict COVID precautions. We have had no cases as a result anyone coming to our office or having surgery with us at Northwestern Hospital.
Flu season is rapidly approaching and strongly encourage the flu vaccine.
We are very pleased with our results of the Inspire(inspiresleep.com)procedure for sleep apnea. This has proven to be an excellent outpatient procedure for those who are not getting good results with CPAP.
As always, we offer a full range of services for your hearing health. We provide the most current technology for testing your hearing and providing the most appropriate hearing aids for each individual.
Please feel free to call the office(312-988-7777) for further information on all of the above or to set up an appointment. You may also send individual emails through our patient portal.

Wishing you all good health and safety,

Gordon J. Siegel, M.D.,FACS
Assistant Clinical Professor
Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery             
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

Common Signs Of Head And Neck Cancer

The head and neck have a variety of structures which can be affected by cancer, and Dr. Gordon Siegel, an otolaryngologist at Midwest EarHead and Neck Cancer Nose and Throat in Chicago, IL, wants all of his patients to be aware of the ways that cancer may present itself in this region of the body. It's important to understand the signs and symptoms of cancer. Having it diagnosed early makes treatment more effective and makes it easier to manage.

What types of cancer affect the head and neck?

There are many types of cancer in the head and neck area. The most commonly seen cancers originate inside the mouth; many of these can be associated with tobacco use. Any part of the throat may also be affected by cancerous growths, as well as the salivary glands, the sinuses and the nasal passages.

What are the signs and symptoms of head and neck cancer?

No two cases of head and neck cancer are alike. All of the following signs and symptoms can also be attributed to benign causes, which is why it is important to see your otolaryngologist with any concerns you may have so that a proper diagnosis can be obtained. Dr. Siegel is affiliated with Northwestern Hospital and provides the most up to date treatment options. The symptoms can include:

  • Swollen lymph nodes, which may or may not be painful
  • A persistent sore throat
  • A red or white patch or a lesion inside the mouth that does not heal
  • Difficulty chewing or swallowing, with or without pain
  • Numbness or weakness in an area of the head or neck

If you have any of the above symptoms or another problem that has persisted longer than two weeks, we here at Midwest Ear Nose and Throat in Chicago, IL urge you to call to make an appointment with our skilled head and neck cancer specialist, Dr. Siegel.

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