ENT Doctors are also called as otolaryngologists who diagnose and treat head and neck disorders. It includes the ears, nose throat, sinuses, and other related structures. An ENT Specialist is a physician who is trained in the medical and surgical treatment of the related structures of ear, nose, and throat.

Otolaryngologists may treat a variety of conditions described as follows:

• Hearing loss
• Ear disorders such as ear infection, dizziness, tinnitus etc.
• Allergies like seasonal rhinitis
• Infections (e.g.- sinusitis, tonsillitis)
• Congenital (at birth) or acquired abnormalities (e.g.- drooping eyelids, loss of smell)
• Swallowing disorders
• Speech disorders
• Nerve disorders such as Bell’s palsy
• Sleep disorders (e.g.- snoring)

Our Hearing Sol clinic has highly specialized physicians who have completed about 15 years of education and training. This training includes:

• 4-year undergraduate program
• 4-year medical program
• At least 5 years of specialty training and a 1- to 2-year residency program (e.g., General Surgery).

After completing peer evaluation, they have passed oral and written examinations which are administered by the respective department.

Generally what happens next is to pursue a one- or two- year fellowship for immense training and examinations in a specialized area after attaining board certification.

Otolaryngology subspecialties include:

• Allergy
• Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
• Head and Neck Surgery
• Laryngology
• Otology/Audiology
• Pediatric Otolaryngology
• Rhinology
• Neurotology
• Sleep Medicine

Swollen Adenoids: This is a common situation in which a patient gets frequent throat infections. If not treated well, it can lead to enlarged adenoids. The person may feel difficulty in breathing. It blocks the eustachian tubes, which connect the middle ear to the back of the nose.

Tinnitus: Are you hearing sound in your ears with no external source. This is a condition wherein a person hears ringing, buzzing, clicking, or rushing sound when no external sound is present.

Sinusitis: If you are feeling pain in the nasal passages, then it can be a sign of sinusitis. This physical condition results in a plugged nose and thick nasal mucus accompanied by pain in the face.

Nasal Airway Obstruction: Nasal airway obstruction impacts daily activities such as breathing and sleeping. It is a condition in which the airflow in and out of the nose is hindered and affects one or both nasal passages. Swelling of the nasal tissue or an anatomical blockage is the main reason behind this. If the condition not treated well can result in narrowing of the nasal cavity and congested sensation in the nasal passage.

Tonsillitis: Tonsillitis is inflammation of the tonsils, two oval-shaped pads of tissue at the back of the throat – one tonsil on each side. Sign and symptoms of Tonsillitis include swollen, sore throat, difficulty swallowing, and tender lymph nodes on the side of the neck. Most cases are caused by a viral infection or bacterial infections such as strep throat.

Eardrum Perforation: A tear or hole in the eardrum which can result in hearing loss. This condition can also make the middle ear more prone to infections or injury.