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Consultant ENT Surgeon & Otorhinolaryngologist10 Years
Fortis Hospital
Bangalore
Dr. Swathi R K is a Consultant ENT Surgeon and Otorhinolaryngologist in Bangalore with 10 years of experience, as listed by Fortis Healthcare. She specializes in the evaluation, diagnosis and surgical management of conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat and related head and neck structures.
She is associated with Fortis Hospital, Rajajinagar, Bangalore, where she provides ENT consultations and treatment for patients with sinus problems, ear infections, hearing-related concerns, nasal obstruction, tonsil conditions and throat disorders. Her clinical expertise includes diagnostic endoscopy, ear procedures, nasal surgery and throat surgery.
Dr. Swathi R K completed her MBBS from Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Medical College and Hospital, Bangalore, in 2012 and MS in ENT from Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences, Bangalore, in 2016. Her postgraduate medical training included clinical and surgical experience in the Department of Otorhinolaryngology at KIMS, Bangalore.
Her areas of expertise include nasal endoscopy, direct laryngoscopy, otomicroscopy, septoplasty, Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS), tonsillectomy, adenoidectomy, myringotomy, grommet insertion, tympanoplasty and mastoidectomy. She also has experience in the assessment and management of nasal fractures, foreign bodies and selected voice-related conditions.
Dr. Swathi R K provides evaluation for conditions such as recurrent sinusitis, nasal blockage, ear discharge, hearing difficulties, throat infections and enlarged tonsils or adenoids. Treatment planning may involve medication, endoscopic examination, hearing assessment or surgical intervention depending on the diagnosis and clinical severity.
Her clinical training includes outpatient ENT procedures such as nasal endoscopy, otomicroscopy, intratympanic injections and minor surgical excisions. She has also participated in ENT workshops, research activities and community medical camps.
Patients experiencing persistent ear pain, sinus headaches, blocked nose, recurring tonsillitis, hearing problems, voice changes or other ENT symptoms can consult Dr. Swathi R K for clinical assessment and treatment planning. Surgical treatment may be considered when medically appropriate.
For patients searching for an ENT specialist, sinus surgeon, ear surgeon or tonsil surgery specialist in Bangalore, Dr. Swathi R K provides ENT consultations at Fortis Hospital, Rajajinagar.
Dr. Swathi R K provides ENT consultations for conditions affecting the ear, nose, throat and related structures. Assessment may include clinical examination, endoscopy, hearing investigations and appropriate treatment recommendations.
Ear infections may cause ear pain, discharge, hearing changes and discomfort. Treatment depends on the type and location of the infection and may involve medication, cleaning procedures or surgical intervention in selected cases.
Hearing loss may result from ear infections, earwax blockage, age-related changes or disorders affecting the hearing system. Evaluation may include ear examination, hearing tests and appropriate management or specialist referral.
Otomicroscopy uses magnification to examine the ear canal and eardrum in detail. It can help identify infections, perforations and other ear conditions that require specialized assessment.
Tympanoplasty is a surgical procedure used to repair a perforated eardrum and selected middle ear abnormalities. It may help reduce recurrent infections and improve hearing in appropriately selected patients.
Mastoidectomy involves removing diseased or infected mastoid air cells behind the ear. The procedure may be required for chronic middle ear infection, cholesteatoma or certain other ear disorders.
Myringotomy involves creating a small incision in the eardrum to drain fluid from the middle ear. The procedure may be performed for selected cases of persistent middle ear fluid or recurrent infections.
Grommet insertion involves placing a small ventilation tube into the eardrum to improve middle ear ventilation and reduce fluid accumulation. It may be recommended for selected patients with persistent middle ear effusion.
Intratympanic injections deliver medication through the eardrum into the middle ear. They may be considered for specific inner ear conditions, including selected cases of sudden sensorineural hearing loss.
Nasal endoscopy uses a thin camera-equipped instrument to examine the nasal passages and sinus drainage areas. It can help evaluate nasal obstruction, recurrent sinusitis, polyps and other nasal conditions.
Sinusitis may cause nasal congestion, facial pressure, mucus discharge and reduced sense of smell. Treatment depends on the underlying cause and may include medication, saline irrigation or endoscopic surgery for selected patients.
Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery is a minimally invasive procedure used to improve sinus drainage and ventilation. It may be considered for chronic sinusitis or nasal polyps when appropriate medical treatment has not provided sufficient improvement.
Septoplasty corrects a deviated nasal septum that may contribute to persistent nasal blockage and breathing difficulties. The procedure aims to improve airflow through the nasal passages.
Submucous resection is a surgical technique used to correct selected nasal septal abnormalities. The choice between SMR and other septal procedures depends on the anatomy and clinical assessment.
Turbinate reduction surgery may be recommended when enlarged nasal turbinates cause persistent obstruction despite appropriate medical treatment. Different techniques can reduce turbinate size while preserving nasal function.
Nasal polyps are soft tissue growths inside the nasal passages or sinuses that may cause congestion and smell disturbances. Treatment can include medication or endoscopic surgery depending on severity.
Nasal fracture reduction aims to restore the alignment of displaced nasal bones following injury. Timing and treatment approach depend on the fracture pattern, swelling and associated nasal obstruction.
Tonsillitis may cause sore throat, fever, painful swallowing and enlarged tonsils. Treatment depends on the cause, and recurrent or complicated cases may require specialist evaluation for surgery.
Tonsillectomy involves surgically removing the tonsils. It may be recommended for selected patients with recurrent tonsillitis, obstructive sleep-related breathing problems or other specific medical indications.
Adenoidectomy is a procedure to remove enlarged or problematic adenoid tissue. It may be considered when enlarged adenoids contribute to nasal obstruction, sleep-related breathing difficulties or persistent middle ear problems.
Direct laryngoscopy allows detailed examination of the throat, voice box and vocal cords. It may be used to investigate persistent voice changes, swallowing problems or suspected lesions.
Microlaryngeal surgery uses magnification and specialized instruments to treat selected conditions affecting the vocal cords and voice box. It may be performed for certain vocal cord lesions following appropriate evaluation.
Tracheostomy is a surgical procedure that creates an opening in the windpipe to establish an airway. It may be required in selected patients with airway obstruction or prolonged ventilation needs.
Foreign body removal involves safely extracting objects lodged in the ear, nose or throat. The procedure depends on the object's location and may require specialized instruments or endoscopic guidance.
MBBS, MS (ENT)
ENT Consultation, Ear Infection Treatment, Hearing Loss Evaluation, Ear Wax Removal, Otomicroscopy, Tympanoplasty, Mastoidectomy, Myringotomy, Grommet Insertion, Intratympanic Injections, Stapedectomy
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Chronic sinusitis treatment may include saline nasal irrigation, steroid nasal sprays, allergy management and other prescribed medication. Patients with persistent symptoms or nasal polyps may require nasal endoscopy or Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS) after specialist evaluation.
FESS may be recommended for chronic sinusitis, recurrent sinus infections or nasal polyps when appropriate medical treatment has not provided adequate relief. The procedure aims to improve sinus drainage and reduce persistent symptoms.
Medication may help relieve associated nasal inflammation, but it cannot permanently straighten a deviated septum. Septoplasty may be considered when the deviation causes significant nasal obstruction or breathing difficulties.
Some eardrum perforations heal naturally with appropriate ear care. Persistent perforations may require tympanoplasty, particularly when recurrent infections, ear discharge or hearing difficulties occur. Treatment depends on the size, location and underlying cause of the perforation.
Tonsillectomy may be recommended for selected patients with frequent, documented tonsillitis, significant sleep-related airway obstruction or other complications. An ENT surgeon evaluates the frequency, severity and effects of symptoms before recommending surgery.
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