Tuesday, November 24, 2015

When to See an Ear, Nose, and Throat Specialist?




Who Needs to See an ENT Specialist?
Among the conditions that are commonly treated by an ear, nose, and throat doctor are:
Injury to your ears, nose, or throat
Nerve problems in your ears, nose, or throat
Balance problems
Dizziness
Hearing impairment
Ear infection
Tonsil or adenoid infection
Swimmer's ear
Pain in your ears, nose, or throat
Tinnitus
Ear, nose, or throat birth defects
Breathing problems
Down's syndrome
Asthma
Allergy
Sinus problem
Growth or tumor in your ears, nose, or throat
Deviated septum
Undesired appearance of the nose or face
Cleft palate
Drooping of the eyelids
Hair loss
Nose bleeds
Nasal congestion
Problems with smell
Voice or swallowing problems
Sore throat
Hoarseness
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

If you are dealing with one of these conditions or another problem that affects your ears, nose, throat, or a related area, ask your primary care doctor if an ENT specialist may be able to help.