As the name suggests, an ear, nose and throat specialist
(ENT) is a physician trained in the medical and surgical treatment of the ears,
nose throat, and related structures of the head and neck. They are specially
trained to develop an expertise in managing diseases of the ears, nose and
nasal passage sinuses, larynx (voice box), oral cavity and upper pharynx (mouth
and throat), as well as structures of the neck and face. ENT is the oldest
medical specialty in the country.
Ayurveda, the medical science that predates to ancient civilizations in
Indian history has recorded references to ENT procedures. As technology has
advanced, medicine has come a long way and so have the specialities. The unique
domain of the ear; nose and throat specialist is treatment of ear disorders.
This includes medical and surgical treatment for hearing disorders, ear
infections, balance disorders, facial nerve or cranial nerve disorders, as well
as management of congenital (birth) and cancerous disorders of the outer and
inner ear.
Apart from the above, one of the other primary skills of the ENT
specialist is to take care of the nasal cavity and sinuses. Management of
disorders of the nasal cavity, paranasal sinuses, allergies, sense of smell,
and nasal respiration (breathing), as well as the external appearance of the
nose are part of an ENT's area of expertise.Also specific to the ENT specialty
is expertise in managing diseases of the larynx (voice box) and the upper aero
digestive tract or esophagus including disorders of the voice respiration
(breathing), and swallowing.In the head and neck area, an ENT specialist is
trained to treat infectious diseases, tumours (both benign and
malignant/cancerous), facial trauma, and deformities of the face. They perform
both cosmetic plastic and reconstructive surgery.
An ENT specialist may work with a team of doctors in other medical and
surgical specialties. The best ENT Doctors in Hyderabad are not only well trained and qualified for their job
roles but also learn to work in teams. This develops their profile and enables
them to be of much more service to the community.
