Hello everyone, I am Dr. Sarah Lim Wei Ling, an ENT specialist with over 15 years of experience in Singapore. I have seen countless patients struggle with chronic sinusitis, a condition that not only causes daily discomfort but also severely impacts their quality of life. Chronic sinusitis, also known as chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS), is a long-term inflammation of the sinuses, usually lasting more than 12 weeks despite treatment. According to the Singapore Society of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery in 2023, about 10-15% of the Singapore population is affected by CRS, which is similar to the global report from the World Health Organization (WHO), which estimates that CRS affects 5-12% of the adult population worldwide. These numbers are not just statistics; They represent real-life stories that I have encountered at Mount Elizabeth and Gleneagles Hospitals. Today, I would like to share my expertise to help you better understand CRS, its prevention and treatment, in the hope of bringing comfort and hope to your health journey.

Causes and symptoms of chronic sinusitis

Hi, I am Dr. Sarah Lim Wei Ling, an ENT specialist in Singapore, with a passion for helping people achieve good sleep and healthy respiratory health. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a condition in which the airways become repeatedly blocked during sleep, leading to disruptions in breathing. According to a 2023 report from the World Health Organization (WHO), OSA affects about 1 billion people globally, with rates in Singapore reaching 15-20% of the adult population (data from the Singapore Ministry of Health). At Gleneagles Hospital, where I am the Head of the Paediatric ENT Group, I have seen OSA not only in adults but also in children, causing daytime fatigue, increased cardiovascular risk, and even depression. This article will help you understand OSA, from causes to solutions, based on my real-life experience, to inspire you to take action to protect your health.
Causes and symptoms of OSA