General information
ENT conditions
General information about common ear, nose and throat conditions, including typical symptoms, when to see an ENT specialist and when to seek urgent care.
Ear
- Ear infections Ear infections can affect the middle ear, behind the eardrum (common in children, often after a cold), or the outer ear canal (sometimes called swimmer's ear). Read more
- Hearing loss Hearing loss can happen gradually or suddenly, and can affect one or both ears. Read more
- Tinnitus Tinnitus is hearing a sound, such as ringing, buzzing or hissing, that has no outside source. Read more
Nose
- Sinusitis Sinusitis is inflammation of the lining of the sinuses, the air-filled spaces around the nose and eyes. Read more
- Allergic rhinitis Allergic rhinitis is inflammation inside the nose caused by the immune system reacting to something in the environment, such as pollen or dust mites. Read more
- Nasal obstruction & deviated septum Nasal obstruction means reduced airflow through one or both sides of the nose. Read more
- Nosebleeds Nosebleeds are common and are usually not serious. Read more
Throat
- Tonsillitis & enlarged tonsils The tonsils are two pads of tissue at the back of the throat. Read more
- Snoring & sleep apnea Snoring is the sound of tissues in the airway vibrating during sleep. Read more
- Hoarseness & voice changes Hoarseness is a change in the voice: it may sound rough, strained, breathy or weak. Read more
This page provides general information only. It is not medical advice, a diagnosis or a treatment plan, and it does not describe the specific services of any doctor. Please consult a doctor about your own situation.