ear, nose, and throat

ear, nose, and throat

Our ears, noses, and throats are intricately connected through a series of tubes and passages. It stands to reason that when we come down with an illness in one of those three areas, the others are often affected. At MedForce Mobile, we are proud to offer treatment for several ear, nose, and throat conditions.

what is an ear, nose, and throat doctor?

An ear, nose, and throat doctor (ENT), also called an otolaryngologist, specializes in treating, diagnosing, and preventing illnesses involving those areas of the body. Because these systems are closely related, many diseases and infections tend to spill over between them, meaning that treatments for your ears, nose, or throat can often overlap.

what are common ear, nose, and throat conditions?

Infections and chronic diseases can trigger a wide range of ENT conditions. Some of the most common we encounter include the following:

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  Dizziness

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  Gastric reflux

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  Nosebleeds

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  Swimmer's ear

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  Tinnitus

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  Tonsil inflammation

when should you see an ENT doctor?

Although mild discomfort and tenderness can probably be treated with over-the-counter medication, certain conditions are a sign that you need medical assistance. Ongoing pain and swelling are signs of a serious infection and call for immediate medical attention. Ringing in the ears, hearing loss, or vertigo are also signs that a doctor needs to take a look at your ears.