What is ENT: Everything You Need to Know

    What is ENT?

    ENT is the specialty of medicine which deals with ear, nose and throat problems, ranging from their diagnosis, treatment and prevention. Furthermore, they are also specialized in dealing with the ENT-related conditions of the head and neck.

    What are the Doctors of ENT called?

    ENT doctors are also known as Otologists/ENT Physicians. Most of these ENT specialists have specialized in any of the following sub-specialty:

    1. Pediatric Otolaryngology (ENT problems in children)
    2. Otology/Neurotology/audiology (Ears, balance, and tinnitus)
    3. Allergy
    4. Facial plastic and reconstructive surgery
    5. Head and neck surgery (Tumors of the head and neck)
    6. Laryngology (Throat, voice, and swallowing)
    7. Rhinology (Nose and sinus cavity)

    Moreover, if these doctors go on to acquire additional training in the medical and surgical management of common ENT problems including dizziness, ear tumors or hearing loss, then they are referred to as Otolaryngologist/ENT Surgeons.

    When Is It Time To See An ENT?

    You will need to book an appointment with an ENT as soon as you detect any of the following signs or symptoms related to ear, nose or throat appear:

    Ear:

    Ear disorder or condition including:

    1. Hearing impairment
    2. Ear infections
    3. Disorders affecting balance
    4. Tinnitus (ringing in the ears)
    5. Pain in ear
    6. Congenital disorders of the ear (diseases/ disorders you are born with)

    Nose:

    1. Changes in the in smelling, breathing or physical appearance of the nose.
    2. Sinuses
    3. Nasal cavity blockage.

    Throat:

    Disorders or conditions affecting:

    1. Singing
    2. Eating
    3. Swallowing
    4. Digestion

    All in all, the following signs and symptoms should prompt you to book an appointment instantly with an ENT specialist and have yourself thoroughly checked up:

    1. Injury to your ears, nose, or throat
    2. Nerve problems in your ears, nose, or throat
    3. Balance problems
    4. Dizziness
    5. Hearing impairment
    6. Ear infection
    7. Tonsil or adenoid infection
    8. Swimmer’s ear
    9. Pain in your ears, nose, or throat
    10. Tinnitus
    11. Ear, nose, or throat birth defects
    12. Breathing problems
    13. Down’s syndrome
    14. Asthma
    15. Allergy
    16. Sinus problem
    17. Growth or tumor in your ears, nose, or throat
    18. Deviated septum
    19. Undesired appearance of the nose or face
    20. Cleft palate
    21. Drooping of the eyelids
    22. Hair loss
    23. Nose bleeds
    24. Nasal congestion
    25. Problems with smell
    26. Voice or swallowing problems
    27. Sore throat
    28. Hoarseness
    29. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

    What do the ENT treat?

    The additional list of medical conditions and disorders that ENT specialists treat include:

    1. Adenoiditis
    2. Airway Stenosis
    3. Allergic Rhinitis
    4. Chronic Ear Disease
    5. Chronic Tonsillitis
    6. Cleft Palate/Cleft Lip
    7. Complex Airway Diseases (choanal atresia, airway tumors, masses)
    8. Ear Infections (otitis media) or Ear Tubes
    9. Facial Paralysis
    10. Feeding and Swallowing Disorders
    11. Food Allergies
    12. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
    13. Head and Neck Masses
    14. Hearing Loss & Impairment
    15. Laryngopharyngeal Reflux (LPR)
    16. Laryngomalacia
    17. Lymphatic Malformations
    18. Nasal Deformities
    19. Nasal Obstruction
    20. Salivary Disease
    21. Sinus Disease
    22. Sleep Apnea
    23. Speech Disorders
    24. Stridor
    25. Thyroid Conditions
    26. Tongue Tie (Ankyloglossia)
    27. Tracheomalacia
    28. Vascular Malformations

    Now you can find best Otologists/ENT Physicians near you in all major cities of Pakistan.