Otolaryngology
The Otolaryngology Medical Service offers a complete check-up of the health of the ears, nose and throat for adults and children.
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The Specialist ENT Examination (ENT)
The ENT specialist examination (ENT) and audiometric tests have the main purpose of diagnosing and identifying the presence of pathologies affecting the upper airways, the neck and the structures contained in the temporal bone (i.e. the bone near the ears, which forms the base of the skull).
These different parts of the body are treated by the ENT specialist, as they are usually affected by common pathological processes such as trauma, infections and dizziness.
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Audiology And Otoneurology
Audiology and Otoneurology, branches of Otolaryngology, focus on analyzing and treating ear issues in both adults and children.
Audiology addresses deafness and tinnitus through tests, prescribing hearing aids or cochlear implants for severe cases.
Otoneurology examines the connection between the auditory, vestibular, and central nervous systems, particularly in relation to balance control, diagnosing dizzy spells and related conditions.
Symptopms To Pay Attention
Whay Are The Symptoms To Pay Attention To:
The symptoms that lead to an ENT visit are very varied and can affect the ears, nose and throat, but also difficulty controlling balance.
It is usually recommended to contact an ear doctor in the presence of the following disorders:
○ Ringing in the ears
○ Noises and rustling heard even in situations of absolute silence (tinnitus)
○ Decreased hearing ability
○ Sensation of having the ear blocked
○ Persistent pain in the throat
○ Frequent lowering of the voice
○ Sensation of a foreign body in the throat, often accompanied by pain and burning
○ Stuffy nose for no apparent reason with difficulty breathing properly
○ Dizziness
○ Feelings of disorientation
○ Inability to maintain correct posture
The Main Diseases Treated By The ENT Specialist Examination
○ Malformations of the nose and nasal septum
○ Inflammatory diseases of the nose such as sinusitis, adenoiditis, polyposis and turbinate hypertrophy
○ Ear diseases such as otitis media, eardrum perforation, otosclerosis and labyrinthitis
○ Pharyngeal problems resulting from sleep apnea and snoring
○ Pharyngeal diseases such as tonsillitis, fibropapilloma and palate abnormalities
○ Diseases of the larynx such as nodules, polyps, cysts, laryngeal stenosis and vocal cord paralysis
○ Diseases of the salivary glands, for example sialadenitis and salivary stones
○ Deafness
○ Head and neck tumors
Office Address
2130 Fulton Street San Diego CA 94117-1080 USA
