Disparities in seeking care for olfactory and gustatory dysfunction: A population analysis.

Introduction: Despite effects on quality of life from olfactory and gustatory dysfunction (OD and GD), screening practices are limited, and patients' self-reporting of symptoms remains the only way to understand the burden of chemosensory dysfunction (CSD). Using a large population-based database, we sought to understand factors leading to reduced likelihood of discussing CSD with a provider.

Methods: The 2013‒2014 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) chemosensory protocol was queried for factors influencing discussion of OD/GD with a healthcare provider.

Patient Questions Surrounding Posterior Nasal Nerve Ablation for Chronic Rhinitis.

Objective: In-office ablation of the posterior nasal nerve (PNN) has emerged as an effective treatment option for chronic rhinitis patients. This study explored questions patients commonly search online regarding this therapy and the quality of content available.

Study Design: A retrospective analysis of online search criteria and sources was performed with subsequent analysis of results.

Perceptions and Understanding of Transgender Patient Care: A Survey of Practicing Laryngologists.

Objectives: Transgender individuals face significant health disparities including deficiencies in physician education, knowledge, and comfort with transgender health care. As the prevalence of the transgender population increases more individuals may seek gender-affirming surgery. Herein, we present a survey study which presents data on (1) the current practice patterns, (2) the familiarity with, (3) the perception of, and (4) the future educational goals of transgender health care among laryngologists in the United States.