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Dr. Jeffrey Kerner, M.D.
Ear-Nose and Throat Doctor (ENT)
Dr. Jeffrey Kerner is an ear, nose and throat (ENT) doctor, also known as an otolaryngologist, practicing in Trumbull, Connecticut. Dr. Kerner specializes in diseases and disorders of the ear, nose and throat as well as other parts of the head and neck. Such structures an ENT may work on include the sinuses, larynx (voice box) and mouth in addition to the ear, nose and throat. There are seven areas of expertise that an ENT might specialize in, and these are: allergies; facial reconstructive surgery; head and neck; laryngology; otology/neurotology; pediatric otolaryngology; and rhinology.
Dr. Jeffrey H. Kerner, M.D.
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Can ear drops help with an ear infection?
All ear drops are not the same. Some are for infection but others are for inflammation like dermatitis. It is important to know what condition is being treated. Also an infection READ MORE
All ear drops are not the same. Some are for infection but others are for inflammation like dermatitis. It is important to know what condition is being treated. Also an infection may be bacterial or fungal and the treatment would be different.
My ear drum
Your eardrum definitely does not look normal. There may be blood behind it or in your ear canal. I recommend that you see an ENT
What medicine to take for sinus pressure?
There are various medications by prescription and some over the counter but it is important to find out why you are experiencing the pressure before specific treatment is recommended. READ MORE
There are various medications by prescription and some over the counter but it is important to find out why you are experiencing the pressure before specific treatment is recommended. Allergies may be a component and might be addressed differently than other causes
Spot in throat
It may be a tonsil if it is embedded in your tonsil. It may also be a cyst. Both conditions are not dangerous and can be treated but should be diagnosed.
What medications help with an ear infection?
Treatment for an infection differs depending upon whether the infection is in the canal or the ear drum. Some infections require an oral antibiotic but some require only ear drops. READ MORE
Treatment for an infection differs depending upon whether the infection is in the canal or the ear drum. Some infections require an oral antibiotic but some require only ear drops. This needs to be diagnosed by an ENT doctor. Also ear pain does not always represent an infection. Intermittent pain may be a result of a TMJ (jaw joint) problem.
