Ear, Nose, And Throat

What is Otolaryngology?

It is very important that the organs and systems in the body function correctly in order to live a healthy life and ensure that our quality of life remains high. The smallest problem that will occur in one of the organs of the body system that are connected to each other negatively affects the proper functioning of other organs as well. The ear, nose and throat are among the cornerstones of these system elements. Dec. Department of “Otorhinolaryngology”, popularly known as Otolaryngology (ENT) Dec.; it is a health field specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders occurring in the head, neck, ear, nose and throat. Headaches, chronic catarrh, sinusitis, sore throat, tinnitus, discharge, inflammation, and a mass in the head and neck region, such as basic, except for the snoring detection of illnesses, diseases and tumors of the thyroid and parathyroid, salivary gland diseases, and tumors, tumors of the head and neck (larynx, nasal cavity, mouth, and sinus tumors, such as kafataban…)for the face the nose and aesthetic Ventures, the treatment of hearing loss and ear, and all kinds of transactions that require surgical intervention, ear, nose and Throat unit in the area are involved.

However, special diseases such as tonsil and nasal flesh, which are usually seen in children and fall into the area of the otolaryngology unit, are also included in the scope of treatment.People from all age groups can apply to the otolaryngology unit. In order for a diagnosis to be made by ENT specialists after listening to the patient’s complaints, a series of tests and analyzes are performed, along with a detailed examination and endoscopic evaluation, first of all. As a result of the tests performed, the treatment method is determined according to the severity of the disease. As the treatment is carried out directly by the specialists of the otolaryngology unit, the opinions of specialists in different fields are also used depending on the course of the disease.In addition to new patients, patients experiencing chronic discomfort in these areas also apply to the unit in order to maintain their treatment in a healthy manner. Especially patients who need to be checked periodically, such as aesthetic intervention in the surgical area of ENT, have to undergo a specialist examination at December intervals. Thus, it is ensured that the rehabilitation process continues in a healthy way after the treatment.

What Diseases Does Otolaryngology Look For?

The otolaryngology unit has a treatment area that has found answers to many diseases due to the wide area of expertise it houses. A person’s complaints about the ears, nose and throat are examined in detail by specialists.Ear diseases, one of the treatment areas of ENT, are shaped depending on various complaints. These complaints are usually listed as middle ear inflammation, ringing, temporary or permanent hearing loss, facial paralysis, ear nerve disorders and aesthetic disorders. People who apply on the basis of the above complaints are subjected to a comprehensive screening by specialist physicians.

The treatment method is determined according to the findings obtained as a result of comprehensive screening. As these treatment methods are at the outpatient level, surgical and aesthetic procedures that require more comprehensive intervention are also included in the scope of the otolaryngology unit. In addition, the application of the devices or prostheses needed for the treatment of hearing impairment is also carried out by this unit. Nose-centered complaints are also included in the treatment scope of the otolaryngology unit. Complaints such as loss of olfaction, nasal congestion, nasal inflammation, bleeding and Decolorizations are among the main diseases that the unit deals with.

The diagnosis determination process takes place as a result of examinations and examinations performed by otolaryngologists. After this stage, the unit specialists also consult the opinions of other unit doctors if necessary to apply the correct treatment. In addition, the first detection of benign or malignant tumors caused by the nose is also performed by otolaryngologists who are specialists in their field. After the initial diagnosis is made, the patient is transferred to the oncology unit to be treated correctly.

 One of the main treatment areas of the otolaryngology unit is also attracting attention as throat diseases. The otolaryngology unit should be consulted for snoring, sleep apnea, reflux, polyps and nodules formed on the vocal cords, jaw and throat pain, dry throat, burning sensation and esophageal diseases. These complaints at the outpatient clinic level are resolved by otolaryngology unit specialists with diagnosis and correct treatment methods. In addition to this, aesthetic deformations and Decays are also included among the surgical treatment stages of the otolaryngology unit.