Dr. William Lewis
ENT and Head and Neck Surgery
Wynnewood, PA
53 years experience male
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W. J. Lewis, M.D., P.C.
Wynnewood, PA
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Doctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
ENT and Head and Neck Surgery
Languages spoken
English
Doctor Q&A
235 Answers
73 Agrees
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A 48-year-old female asked:
Dr. William Lewisanswered
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Possible viral infec: Antibiotics are only useful for bacterial infections. Viral upper respiratory infections are treated with symptomatic relief until the condition: cle... Read More
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A 18-year-old member asked:
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Allergy / infection: Can be due from allergy or infection , but best to see your otolaryngologist for exact diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
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A 29-year-old member asked:
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May be dry skin: This may be dry skin or eczema of the ear canals. Best to see your otolaryngologist for an exam.
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A 23-year-old member asked:
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Either: Best to see your otolarymgologist and have an examination of your larynx.
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A 40-year-old member asked:
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Dry air: Nosebleeds at work could be to to the environment if the air is dry. The dry air may cause the lining of the nose to crack and bleed.If this persists,... Read More
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A 25-year-old member asked:
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ASAP: You should go to the er immediately with any airway issues or a feeling that your throat is closing up.
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A 41-year-old member asked:
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Choice: Either an oral surgeon or an otolaryngologist.
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A 43-year-old member asked:
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Not necessary: Ciprodex is an antibiotic and anti-inflammatory ear drop for an infection in the ear canal, usually swimmers ear, and will in itself, soften cerumen.... Read More
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A 37-year-old member asked:
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Hearing loss ?: May have a hearing loss or past noise exposure and need to see an otolaryngologist.
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A 42-year-old member asked:
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IT CAN: The tonsilith, or tonsil stone can cause irritation and pressure. Best to see your otolaryngologist for evaluation.
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A 36-year-old member asked:
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Probably a cyst: Probably a cyst or scarring from ear piercing. If it is not sore, probably is not infected.Have your family doctor check it.
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A 41-year-old member asked:
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Possible infection: May be a bacterial or a viral infection. Best to see your physician for exact diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
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A 23-year-old male asked:
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See a neurologist: If a headache is persistent and severe i would have a neurologist check you to make sure you have no other problems.
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A 42-year-old member asked:
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Humidification: The lining of the nasal passageways and the sinuses are the same and need adequate hydration. Drinking water, humidification, saline nasal rinses are ... Read More
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A 44-year-old member asked:
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Decongestant: Mucinex (guaifenesin) (guifenasin) is a mucous thinner. Mucinex (guaifenesin) d also contains a decongestant, that may keep you awake at night and pos... Read More
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A 37-year-old member asked:
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Depends: Coculd be impacted wax in the ears, tm joint problems or other issues. Best to see your otolaryngologist for exam and appropriate treatment.
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A 32-year-old member asked:
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Eustachian tube: May have blocked your eustachian tube, have fluid or blood in the middle ear, or perforated the ear drum. Best to see your otolaryngologist.
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A 48-year-old member asked:
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Can still bleed: Your nose can still bleed after cautery. Taking Aspirin or any blood thinners? May need to return to your otolaryngologist and may need further cauter... Read More
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A 45-year-old member asked:
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Testing: Diagnostic testing and an examination to determine the cause, probably related to trauma.
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A 20-year-old female asked:
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Tonsil crypt?: May be a deep crypt in the tonsil but best to have it examined by your otlaryngologist to determine the exact cause.
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A 49-year-old member asked:
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10 mgms.sufficient: 10 mgms. Is the 24 hour dose....15 mgms. Is above the recommended dosage.
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Infection/mucous: Could be an infection, especiaaly if there is pain or discomfort, or it could be mucous in the tonsil crfypts. Best to see your otolaryngologist.
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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Yes, bad !: Loud music, through an earphone or not, can cause hearing loss.
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A 33-year-old member asked:
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Find out cause: You may have allergic eczema or other issue, and need to see your otolaryngologist for an exam and appropriate treatment.
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A 47-year-old member asked:
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Other causes: If all tests on the ear were clear, other factor can cause ear pain including referred pain from the throat, and temporomandibular joint swelling. Nee... Read More
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Nerve problem: May be due to a problem with the hearing nerve and need to see an otolaryngologist.
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A 40-year-old member asked:
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No.: Can get referred pain to the ear from a throat or jaw issue. Best tp see your otolaryngologist for exam, diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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Need to see a doctor: For an unbearable earache, need to se an otolaryngologist.
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A 31-year-old member asked:
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Cyst?: May be an infected cyst or abscess.Need to see your otolaryngologist.
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A 35-year-old member asked:
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See your ENT: It may not dissolve, and possible airway issues,
need to see your otolaryngologist asap.
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A 47-year-old member asked:
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Need diagnosis: Could be an infected cyst, mucocele, or a tumor. Need to see your otolaryngologist for diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
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A 35-year-old member asked:
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It can be....: Best to check with your dentist in follow up.
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A 41-year-old member asked:
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Possibly: Any bacteria in an open wound may cause an infection.
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A 34-year-old member asked:
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No: This is an antibiotic and need to see your physician for diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
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A 30-year-old member asked:
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Yes: This can be very painful and cause problems with speaking and swallowing. Best to see your otolaryngologist.
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A 41-year-old member asked:
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Doubtful: An excessive amount of post nasal drainage can irritate the throat and will be swallowed. If you have gastritis , consult a gastroenterologist . He wi... Read More
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A 45-year-old member asked:
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See urologist: Needss to see a urologist for evaluation, diagnosis, and possibly treatment if necessary.
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A 48-year-old member asked:
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Temp / allergy ?: May be due to the cold temperature, how rapidly you are eating the ice cream, of you may have a dairy allergy. Best to check with your family physicia... Read More
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Medication of an ill: This may be due to medication you are taking or it could be a sign of illness. You should see an otolaryngologist if your physician thinks it is not d... Read More
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A 33-year-old member asked:
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More wax ?: There still may be more wax deeper in the ear canal. Best to see your otolaryngologist.
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A 19-year-old female asked:
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Possible infection: May have an acute or chronic tonsillitis or upper airway infection. Need to see an otolaryngologist for evaluation and treatment.
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A 37-year-old member asked:
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Possibly: Any infection can cause a breakdown of the lining in the mouth, but commonly this is caused by a viral infection. Best to see your otolaryngologist fo... Read More
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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Many factors: May be due to hearing loss, noise trauma, past or present, or other factors. Need to see an otyolaryngologist for diagnosis.
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A 31-year-old member asked:
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See a GI physician: If it is a recurrent problem , you should see a gastroenterologist.
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A 43-year-old member asked:
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Fluid in the sinus: Air / fluid levels, or bubbles in the sinuses may be an indication of an infection and best to see your otolarygologist.
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A 42-year-old member asked:
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Water retention: This may be due to retained fluid, which can be caused by a cardiac or kidney problem, as well as circulatory issues. Best to see your physician for d... Read More
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A 31-year-old member asked:
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Infection/spasm: You may have an infection and /or spasms in the throat muscles. Best to have an examination by your otolaryngologist as to the underlying cause of you... Read More
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A 43-year-old member asked:
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Noise trauma: May have damage due to loud noise and need to see your otolaryngologist for exam and a hearing test.
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A 42-year-old member asked:
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Evaluation: Best to see you otolaryngologist tfor cause and treatment of recurrent infection.
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A 49-year-old member asked:
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Depends: Depends on the volume of blood and your clotting mechanism. Best to see your otolaryngologist.
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Mar 30, 2015
Dr. Lewis is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Lewis is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Thank you, your quick reply made me feel good! I had a ct scan and it sad chronic sinusitis. Can it be wrong doctor?
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Thank you, your answer was very helpful! Thanks for your time, I'm going to the doctor this morning.
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Thanks for your quick reply! Seems reasonable. This will be the direction I'll take on this. Bye!
Education & Training
Residency
THOMAS JEFFERSON UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Awards
Top Otolaryngologist, Third Place, National - Summer
2013
Top Otolaryngologist, First Place, Pennsylvania - Fall
2014
TOP OTOLARYNGOLOGIST, First Place, Pennsylvania - 2018
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