Health Information

Probiotics: What You Need To Know
The definition of probiotics identified by FAO and WHO is the live microorganisms which when administered in adequate amounts confer a health benefit on the host. According to a research carried out in the 1970s, probiotics may help lower the risk for sevIntestinal tract disease
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Do You Have a Seasonal Cold, Allergic Rhinitis or Sinusitis?
Sinusitis is not familiar to most Hong Kong people, and is often confused with the common cold and allergic rhinitis. Although there are no exact numbers on how many patients suffer from sinusitis, it is still a common disease which affects 1 out of everyENT disease

Possible causes of a foreign-body sensation in throat
Have you ever experience the sensation of a foreign body in the throat when swallowing? It is a very discomforting symptom for those who experience it. If the symptom persists, patients should see a specialist for a further examination.ENT disease

Parotid tumours: Be aware of the swelling near the jaw or prickling sensations in the face
Salivary glands produce saliva to aid in chewing and digesting food. There are many salivary glands in the lips, cheeks, mouth and throat. The parotid glands are two salivary glands that sit just in front of the ears on each side of the face. Parotid tumoENT disease

Ear canal infection: How to get water out of your ears?
Many of us may experience muffled hearing and ear pain due to the water trapped in the ear. In severe cases, significant hearing loss may occur. The specialist will examine the ear to look for signs of fluid in the middle ear, which may indicate an infectENT disease