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Dr. James Hadley

Ear, Nose and Throat Doctor (ENT)

Dr. James Hadley is an ear, nose and throat (ENT) doctor, also known as an otolaryngologist, practicing in Naples, FL. Dr. Hadley 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.
46 years Experience
Dr. James Hadley
  • Bonita Springs, FL
  • Universite De Bordeaux Ii, Ufr De Medecine
  • Accepting new patients

If I use neti pot with hot water, is it likely to cause an amoebic infection?

Using distilled water is recommended to avoid any infections caused by parasites and bacteria.

What should I do about my toddler's constant ear pain?

Usually due to possible middle ear inflammation and nasal congestion alleviated with oral ibuprofen or acetaminophen

Can ear wax buildup cause deafness?

Ear canal cerumen does not cause nerve hearing loss, only blockage of the ear canal. Topical ear wax treatments over the counter usually are sufficient to alleviate the problems. READ MORE
Ear canal cerumen does not cause nerve hearing loss, only blockage of the ear canal. Topical ear wax treatments over the counter usually are sufficient to alleviate the problems.

Can swimmer's ears cause deafness?

No, only outer ear inflammation and mild hearing impairment.

How can I ease my ear pain after a flight journey?

Barometric otalgia is common after descent in the airplanes caused from ear congestion after a head cold. Oral antiinflammatory medication helps and attempts to clear the eustachian READ MORE
Barometric otalgia is common after descent in the airplanes caused from ear congestion after a head cold. Oral antiinflammatory medication helps and attempts to clear the eustachian tubes with ear popping techniques.

Does vertigo come with any symptoms or can I have a vertigo attack anytime?

The most common presentation and form of vertigo is that of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo characterized by brief sensations of spinning which is induced by rapid motion READ MORE
The most common presentation and form of vertigo is that of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo characterized by brief sensations of spinning which is induced by rapid motion of the head. These types are usually transient and may be helped with vestibular rehabilitation exercises and possible Epley type maneuvers.
Symptoms to be aware of include fluctuation of hearing associated with the dizzy episodes and ear fullness which may be a sign of endolymphatic hydrops.

Does aging cause inflammation in the ears?

There incidence of dizziness in the aging population is higher than younger adults and some of the episodes may be due to positional episodes. Vertin or meclizine is an antihistamine READ MORE
There incidence of dizziness in the aging population is higher than younger adults and some of the episodes may be due to positional episodes. Vertin or meclizine is an antihistamine that has a depressant action to reduce the symptoms of dizziness. Inflammation is not a common cause of dizziness, and there are other issues rather than a body imbalance.

My baby's ears are very smelly. Is it normal in small children?

Babies have typically smaller ear canals and they do produce the waxy secretion which is common. It may have a distinctive smell to some, but if not discolored or actively draining, READ MORE
Babies have typically smaller ear canals and they do produce the waxy secretion which is common. It may have a distinctive smell to some, but if not discolored or actively draining, this is not worrisome.

Is there any remedy for swimmer’s ears?

Commonly, this may be due to retention of some external ear wax which trapped some water or other debris in the ear canal. Topical application of a "swimmers ear" solution of READ MORE
Commonly, this may be due to retention of some external ear wax which trapped some water or other debris in the ear canal. Topical application of a "swimmers ear" solution of 1/2 rubbing alcohol and 1/2 vinegar may help. This dries the water from the ear canal and the vinegar helps to prevent infection. Other solutions to remove external ear canal wax can be found over the counter.

I have a pus boil inside my nose. What can I apply to ease the pain?

These are usually an inflammation and infection of the inner nasal hair follicles and can be treated with a topical antibiotic ointment 2-3 times per day until resolution of the READ MORE
These are usually an inflammation and infection of the inner nasal hair follicles and can be treated with a topical antibiotic ointment 2-3 times per day until resolution of the swelling and pain.

There is a strange smell from my phelgm everytime I spit it out. Could there be a problem?

These may be symptoms of a common cold or viral infection causing the symptoms. Mucus production of the respiratory system is usually increased as a protection of the body and READ MORE
These may be symptoms of a common cold or viral infection causing the symptoms. Mucus production of the respiratory system is usually increased as a protection of the body and sometimes the change in the mucus is noticed by a different smell as the mucus is thicker. Symptoms that persist after 7-10 days may be indicative of a transition from an inflammation to bacterial infection requiring treatment by a health care provider

Can stomach cramps and a slight pain in my chest be a sign of the streptococcal infection?

Streptococcal Pharyngitis gives rise to a throat pain with swallowing difficulties. Stomach cramps are usually the result of lower gastrointestinal problems with bloating causing READ MORE
Streptococcal Pharyngitis gives rise to a throat pain with swallowing difficulties. Stomach cramps are usually the result of lower gastrointestinal problems with bloating causing the chest discomfort. Those symptoms are not usual characteristic of strep infections.

What medicine can I take to prevent a throat infection?

There are no medications available for prevention of a throat infection. Most of these are viral and may happen after exposure to others who have a viral infection. The anti-viral READ MORE
There are no medications available for prevention of a throat infection. Most of these are viral and may happen after exposure to others who have a viral infection. The anti-viral medications such as Tamiflu reduce the symptoms of influenza, but are not usually prescribed for prevention of the flu. Influenza vaccinations may reduce the severity of the disease.

How can I prevent a relapse of my tonsil infection?

Most of the throat infections may be initiated by a virus which can then activate dormant bacteria in the tonsil crypts. There may be other bacteria causing infections rather READ MORE
Most of the throat infections may be initiated by a virus which can then activate dormant bacteria in the tonsil crypts. There may be other bacteria causing infections rather than Streptococcal infections are which are treated to reduce potential complications of strep. Good oral hygiene and healthy habits may reduce infection from relapsing.

How are boils inside the nose treated?

Nasal boils are usually simple skin infections of the subdermal region and are painful, but may be managed with over-the-counter topical antibiotic creams.

Can salt water gargling help treat my sore throat?

Oral rinsing of the mouth and oral cavity are helpful for general oral hygiene. We suggest using any general mouth wash therapy as prevention.

Can breathing in steam from plastic electric steamers increase your risk for cancer?

Doubtful that the steam from plastic bodies caused the cancer in the nose which is more commonly due to smoking habits.

Is it safe to clean my ears with hydrogen peroxide?

Our grandmothers told us to never use anything smaller than the elbow to clean the ears for fear of impacting wax in the ear canal. Hydrogen peroxide is a common product that is READ MORE
Our grandmothers told us to never use anything smaller than the elbow to clean the ears for fear of impacting wax in the ear canal. Hydrogen peroxide is a common product that is generally safe to use for ear cleansing. Several drops to loosen any wax then can be gently removed with a small bulb syringe with warm water.

After a strep throat infection, how long should I avoid sending my son to school?

After the antibiotics have been started and the child is improving with reduced pain, about 72 hours is safe to send the child back to school. He should not be near other children READ MORE
After the antibiotics have been started and the child is improving with reduced pain, about 72 hours is safe to send the child back to school. He should not be near other children with reduced immunities.

Pulsing and ringing in ears

Your imaging studies show a possibility of a lesion in the area of the cochlea, which can certainly produce these symptoms and a recommendation to consult with an ENT who is neuro-ontology READ MORE
Your imaging studies show a possibility of a lesion in the area of the cochlea, which can certainly produce these symptoms and a recommendation to consult with an ENT who is neuro-ontology trained.

James A. Hadley, MD, FACS