{"id":910,"date":"2020-09-01T16:47:28","date_gmt":"2020-09-01T16:47:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/prescottent.com\/?p=910"},"modified":"2020-10-19T16:48:26","modified_gmt":"2020-10-19T16:48:26","slug":"when-should-you-see-an-ent","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/prescottent.com\/when-should-you-see-an-ent\/","title":{"rendered":"When Should You See an ENT?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you\u2019re like most people, you might be unfamiliar with terms such as \u201cotolaryngology.\u201d This difficult-to-pronounce word refers to the medical specialty that deals with ear, nose and throat disorders and is better known by the acronym ENT. An ear, nose and throat specialist, or ENT doctor, sees patients with a wide range of ailments. Knowing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/cold-and-flu\/ear-infection\/otolaryngologist-ear-throat#1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">when you should see an ENT<\/a> will help bring relief from a number of bothersome symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><strong>What Does an Otolaryngologist Treat?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/prescottent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/doctor1-1280x720.jpg\" alt=\"Doctor holding stethoscope\" class=\"wp-image-926\" width=\"313\" height=\"176\" title=\"When Should You See an ENT?\" srcset=\"https:\/\/prescottent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/doctor1-1280x720.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/prescottent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/doctor1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/prescottent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/doctor1.jpg 1489w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 313px) 100vw, 313px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Otolaryngologists treat a variety of diseases affecting the ears, nose and throat. Some of the more common disorders they treat for each area include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Ears: Ear disorders such as ear infections, hearing impairment, tinnitus (ringing in the ears) and dizziness or balance disorders.<\/li><li>Nose: Conditions that affect the nose, nasal cavities and sinuses, specifically those that interfere with smell and breathing.<\/li><li>Throat: Problems that affect speech, eating, swallowing and digestion.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These are just the tip of the iceberg. <a href=\"https:\/\/prescottent.com\/ent\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ENT doctors<\/a> might specialize in very specific areas such as pediatric airway disorders, head and neck cancers, thyroid disorders, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, snoring and sleep apnea and endoscopic sinus surgery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><strong>When to Schedule an ENT Appointment<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, we urge you to schedule an appointment with an ENT at Prescott:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Balance problems<\/li><li>Dizziness<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/prescottent.com\/hearing\/hearing-loss\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hearing impairment<\/a><\/li><li>Ear infection<\/li><li>Tonsil or adenoid infection<\/li><li>Swimmer\u2019s ear<\/li><li>Pain in the ears, nose or throat<\/li><li>Tinnitus<\/li><li>Breathing problems<\/li><li>Down\u2019s syndrome<\/li><li>Asthma<\/li><li>Allergies<\/li><li>Sinus infections<\/li><li>Tumors in the ears, nose, throat, head or neck<\/li><li>Deviated septum<\/li><li>Undesirable appearance of the nose or face<\/li><li>Nosebleeds<\/li><li>Nasal congestion<\/li><li>Problems with smell<\/li><li>Voice or swallowing problems<\/li><li>Sore throat or hoarseness<\/li><li>Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)<\/li><li>Snoring<\/li><li>Sleep apnea<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of these symptoms may be treated successfully by your primary care physician, but it\u2019s important to take a look at the big picture. An ENT will provide a more thorough examination of what is causing your symptoms and is skilled to treat the underlying condition, giving you the best chance for long-term relief.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information or to schedule an appointment, call the experts at Prescott ENT today.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re like most people, you might be unfamiliar with terms such as \u201cotolaryngology.\u201d This difficult-to-pronounce word refers to the medical specialty that deals with ear, nose and throat disorders and is better known by the acronym ENT. 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