saintdomingo Posted February 22 Share Posted February 22 Hi, for a few weeks I've had a cough, for a few weeks before that I've often found liquids "going down the wrong hole", now I'm losing my voice. I think seeing a doctor is worth it, can anyone recommend a throat person or place to go to. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJCM Posted February 22 Share Posted February 22 It would help if you disclose your location. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saintdomingo Posted February 22 Author Share Posted February 22 11 minutes ago, MJCM said: It would help if you disclose your location. Quite right sorry about that downtown Bangkok. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheryl Posted February 23 Share Posted February 23 I quite like DR.SONGKLOT AEUMJATURAPAT an ENT who can be seen at St Louis Hosp on Sathorn Sundays 8:30 AM - 12:00 and Thursdays 4:30 - 7 PM https://www.saintlouis.or.th/en/FindDoctor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saintdomingo Posted February 23 Author Share Posted February 23 Thank you for that Sheryl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saintdomingo Posted April 21 Author Share Posted April 21 Thanks for that Sheryl, I have seen the good doctor and also Dr Napadom. I am told the next step will be an MRI scan and then a biopsy. Costing 20,00 for the scan and 100,000 for the biopsy. Not being familiar with such things these prices dont sound excessive to me. But he offered to give me an introductory letter for a government hospital if I wished. The CT Scan, is that the one where you are in a tube and the top end finishes vary close to your head.? If that's it I had one years ago and was not keen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saintdomingo Posted April 21 Author Share Posted April 21 Sorry MRI scan should have read CT scan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puccini Posted April 21 Share Posted April 21 Aren't 20k for a CT scan at St. Louis hospital a bit hefty? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saintdomingo Posted April 21 Author Share Posted April 21 3 minutes ago, Puccini said: Aren't 20k for a CT scan at St. Louis hospital a bit hefty? I don't know, never had one here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheryl Posted April 21 Share Posted April 21 53 minutes ago, Puccini said: Aren't 20k for a CT scan at St. Louis hospital a bit hefty? Nor if it is with contrast, which is probably the case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheryl Posted April 21 Share Posted April 21 8 hours ago, saintdomingo said: The CT Scan, is that the one where you are in a tube and the top end finishes vary close to your head.? If that's it I had one years ago and was not keen. You may be remembering an MRI. CT also involves being in a sort of tubular device but a bit larger and without the metallic noises. Anyway cannot be avoided as it sounds like you have a mass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phuyai Posted April 29 Share Posted April 29 The scan cost doesn’t seem excessive to me. Bangkok Hospital at Khorat slugged me 30,000 after quoting 15,000. They tried to justify the doubling of cost, stating that the doctor requested a head-to-hip scan (which was what I had done). The consultation after the scan attempted to extend to matters unrelated to the throat issue - Zenkers Diverticulum. The consultant admitted he had no experience in treating this condition but would order necessary surgical equipment and operate if I chose to return - I didn’t. I was aware of, and managing, the other conditions identified in the scan. The experience has reduced my assessment of Bangkok Hospital. I am still looking for the right doctor. I would appreciate any recommendations, ideally in the Northeast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saintdomingo Posted April 29 Author Share Posted April 29 On 4/21/2024 at 7:35 PM, Sheryl said: You may be remembering an MRI. CT also involves being in a sort of tubular device but a bit larger and without the metallic noises. Anyway cannot be avoided as it sounds like you have a mass. My thoughts too. Soon find out anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheryl Posted April 29 Share Posted April 29 6 hours ago, Phuyai said: The scan cost doesn’t seem excessive to me. Bangkok Hospital at Khorat slugged me 30,000 after quoting 15,000. They tried to justify the doubling of cost, stating that the doctor requested a head-to-hip scan (which was what I had done). The consultation after the scan attempted to extend to matters unrelated to the throat issue - Zenkers Diverticulum. The consultant admitted he had no experience in treating this condition but would order necessary surgical equipment and operate if I chose to return - I didn’t. I was aware of, and managing, the other conditions identified in the scan. The experience has reduced my assessment of Bangkok Hospital. I am still looking for the right doctor. I would appreciate any recommendations, ideally in the Northeast. Please clarify what your throat issue is exactly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saintdomingo Posted Saturday at 04:46 AM Author Share Posted Saturday at 04:46 AM The scan actually came to 15,158, that was a neck scan. Appointment 08,00 out by 09.00 and home by 10.00. No problems there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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