Dr. Michael Jaindl
ENT and Head and Neck Surgery
LEHIGH ACRES , FL
39 years experience male
Locations
South Florida Ear, Nose, and Throat
Lehigh Acres, FL
My office hours
Thursday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
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Insurances accepted
Aetna
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Medicare
Golden Rule Insurance Company
Blue Cross Blue Shield Of Florida
About
Bio
I completed my general surgery, otolaryngology/head-and-neck-surgery internship at Madigan Army Medical Center in Tacoma, Washington, and was Chief of the Department of Otolaryngology at Darnall Army Medical Center in Fort Hood, Texas. I now practice in SW Florida. I am married and have nine kids.
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ENT and Head and Neck Surgery
Languages spoken
English
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A 58-year-old female asked:
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Yes, any MD/DO ...: That is familiar with the problem can make a presumptive diagnosis base on information you provide. Often there are no specific findings on examinatio... Read More
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Possibly...: Most sinus infections are viral and are self limiting. A nasal decongestant, saline irrigation and Ibuprofen may get you through the course. There are... Read More
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The tetanus toxin: Is not specific to the jaw muscles. When the toxin is released by the bacteria it circulates throughout the body causing unopposed contraction of cert... Read More
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Bumps caused by: Bug bites usually itch because of histamine release from foreign material injection. It also may be hard, last longer than a pimple and be less likely... Read More
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A cough lasting 3-4: Minutes could certainly cause you to be lightheaded. The solution is to discover the cause of your cough. Unfortunately you have not provided nearly e... Read More
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A 27-year-old female asked:
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Hard to say...: If forced to fly in a situation where there is a possible eustachian problem i recommend that my patients use a topical decongestant prior to flying a... Read More
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If you are: Sure that there is no hole in the ear drum you can try debrox or ceruminex.
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A 36-year-old male asked:
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Heat,soft: Heat, soft diet, avoid biting from a wide open position, anti-inflammatory meds, oral appliance at night.
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A 36-year-old female asked:
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It is not usually: A cause and effect but rather two separate manifestations of the same virus.
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A 31-year-old member asked:
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It can happen ...: Because tonsillitis is often viral and there are many strains of viruses being passed around the communities.
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A 32-year-old female asked:
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Zofran (ondansetron) is used to: Treat nausea. If you are refluxing food the best treatment is to eliminate the pressure on your stomach. Eat frequent small meals, elevate the head of... Read More
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Nearsightedness is .: A condition where you have difficulty seeing objects at a distance. This is also known as myopia. This is corrected by wearing corrective lenses. Pre... Read More
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A 19-year-old female asked:
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Tonsillectomy can be: Performed on very small children if it is indicated, with a low risk of bleeding. At 19, even if you are small, your risk of having a fatal post op bl... Read More
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Most people have...: Some deviation of the septum that does not produce obstructive symptoms until they get cold or allergy symptoms that cause the nose to become congeste... Read More
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There is...: No direct association between ear infections and frequent urination. There may be some indirect association such as increase fluid intake, medications... Read More
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This depends...: On how the surgery is being performed. If the tympanoplasty is performed through the ear canal, the incision above the ear is used to harvest the graf... Read More
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sure, some: Bacteria such as spirochetes and gram negative rods can smell putrified.
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It is best to follow: The advise of your pediatrician. It is not possible to know in this forum whether this is a serious problem or just a runny nose draining into the thr... Read More
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Sounds like the ...: Papilla to your submaxillary gland ducts. Confirm by watching them as you massage your neck under the floor of the mouth on both sides. You should see... Read More
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There is no..: Contraindication to eating red foods after tonsillectomy. This prohibition was started because of a concern that a patient may not be able to tell red... Read More
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Shortly after ...: Hoarseness can occur from irritation caused by the endotracheal tube placed between you vocal cords into your wind pipe to breath for you while under ... Read More
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Research this ...: Yourself on the internet and be prepared with your questions to discuss them with your otologist before scheduling surgery. Is your diagnosis based on... Read More
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A 27-year-old female asked:
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Not Normal: You should have your calcium and thyroid hormone levels checked. If these are normal you should follow up with your surgeon or endocrinologist.
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Yes, Chronic: Inflammatory sinus disease is not uncommon. This is a complex topic that may include bacterial and fungal infections, allergic inflammation, super ant... Read More
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This is called ...: Referred pain. The pain centers in the throat and ear and TMJ are close enough that disease in one area can produce pain in the others. Ear pain does ... Read More
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Not my choice.: This is a good antibiotic for anaerobic bacteria but not for most of the organisms seen even in chronic sinusitis.
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Benicar (olmesartan) is...: An angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor. This class of blood pressure medications is notorious for causing chronic dry cough. If these symptoms sta... Read More
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There is no easy...: Answer. I have found that gargling with Peridex (chlorhexidine gluconate) helps some patients. I have not studied it objectively but in my experience ... Read More
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There are no saliva: Glands in the stomach. It sounds like you are refluxing bile and or acid. You may need to be taking antacids or other such medications (zantac, pepcid... Read More
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It varies ...: Depending on severity and cause. Sometimes a single Diflucan (fluconazole) pill or 5 days on oral tablets/liquid will take care of it, whereas someone... Read More
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I see my patients..: Two weeks after having their tonsils out. At this point most of them should be able to drink alcohol in moderation. This is not 100% predictable in a... Read More
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A 34-year-old member asked:
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Hayfever is a: Commonly used term for allergic rhinitis. If you have a severe allergy problem you should probably see your doctor. Allergy testing can be performed b... Read More
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avoid transfer of ..: Oral and nasal secretions. Wash hands, do not share cups or utensils, cover up coughs and sneezes, avoid mouth contact. Even if there is contact there... Read More
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If it is beneath..: The skin and can be moved around it is most likely a cyst or a lymph node. Congenital cysts are often seen in this area in babies and young children b... Read More
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A 35-year-old member asked:
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no. hcg is a female: Hormone (human chorionic gonadotropin). Mucinex (guaifenesin) is guaifensin, a mucolytic agent.
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If this is the only: Information i had to go on i would guess that you are having reflux at night and that you sleep on your right side. If it persists he should have an e... Read More
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Ciprofloxacin is an: Antibiotic that comes in an oral dose and a topical drops. If you are treating an external ear infection the topical medication is far superior becaus... Read More
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There are reports in: The japanese medical literature that using a head band in newborn babies with protruding ears produced good results. Other than this, otoplasty is th... Read More
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See a Specialist: You have a collection of symptoms that may all be related or there may be more than one problem. A thorough history, examination, and proper laborator... Read More
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Yes, but..: It could also be a virus. If there are fever, body aches and pains, other people in household or at work sick, consider a cold (virus).
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Any irritant that...: Enters the eustachian tube can cause temporary dysfunction by causing the lymphoid tissue in the et (gerlach tonsils) to swell and block the lumen. Th... Read More
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Yes, you still: Have lymphoid tissue on the tongue and around the back of the throat that is not removed with a tonsillectomy.
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Claritin (loratadine) is: An antihistamine, Mucinex (guaifenesin) is a mucolytic agent (guaifensin). As long as they both don't have a decongestant (signified by a 'd') you can... Read More
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It sounds like you..: Are describing 'globus hystericus' which is commonly caused by laryngopharyngeal reflux. This can be treated with diet changes and reflux medications... Read More
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A 36-year-old female asked:
What is the best method to clean my ears at home my left ear is muffled and i cannot hear very well?
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There are a number o: Otc wax removal kits such as ceruminex, debrox, murine. They should not be used if there is a hole in the ear drum. Some people use ear candles.
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I think you are...: Referring to a zenker's diverticulum. This occurs when the lining of the esophagus herniated between constrictor muscles of the throat reducing a sac... Read More
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probably an ...: Inflamed lymph node. The tail of the parotid also extends to this area and may cause your problem. See an ent.
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The bumps...: In the tonsil bed during the healing phase usually indicates healing tissue called granulation tissue. This usually occurs just after the light scab ... Read More
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Symptoms of silent: Reflux or laryngopharyngeal reflux usually are centered around the voice box area. Aspiration is not common but cost is. The vocal cords reflexively c... Read More
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Laryngopharyngeal ..: Reflux over a long period can be associated with damage to laryngeal structures causing hoarseness and precancerous or cancerous lesions.
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Great doctor. Consistently gives thoughtful, insightful and expert advice.
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Dr. Jaindl is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
University of South Carolina School of Medicine, SC
Graduated 1984MD
Medical/Graduate school
University of South Carolina School of Medicine, SC
Graduated 1984MD
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Affiliations
american college of surgeons
American academy of otolaryngology - head & neck surgery
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