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ENT

Overview

An ear, nose, and throat specialist, also known as an ENT or otolaryngologist, is a doctor who possesses a set of specialized skills. Those who work within this field diagnose and treat a wide variety of conditions related to the ears, nose, and throat.

Types of Diseases treated by ENT

Hearing problems.
Ringing in ears.
Allergies (seasonal or perennial)
Inflammation in the sinuses due to sensitivity or infections.
Nasal congestion.
Polyps (noncancerous masses) inside the nose.
Throat or vocal cord issues that cause voice hoarseness.

Symptoms

Runny Nose.
Sore Throat.
Coughing/Sneezing.
Ear Pain.
Hearing Loss.
Snoring.
Obstructive Sleep Apnea.
Airway Issues/Difficulty Breathing/Mouth Breathing.

Cost of Some Major Procedures

Procedure
Cochlear Implant

Cost Range
$1100-$2000

Estimated Stay in Hospital
2 Days

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Procedure
Laryngectomy

Cost Range
$3200-$5500

Estimated Stay in Hospital
2 Days

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Procedure
FESS (Sinus)

Cost Range
$1550-$2900

Estimated Stay in Hospital
2 Days

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Procedure
Tympanoplasty

Cost Range
$1600-$3200

Estimated Stay in Hospital
2-3 Days

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Note: Costing shown above may vary among hospitals. We can tailor the cost as per your budget and requirement.

Common Queries

What are the different procedures in ENT?

Surgical and non-surgical treatments are performed based on the severity of the case. Below mentioned are few procedures that are performed by an ENT specialists.

Adenoidectomy and Tonsillectomy – These are the two most common procedures performed especially in children. Adenoidectomy is the procedure to remove the adenoids (small lumps of lymphoid tissue located close to the nasal cavity where the nose blends with the throat).
Tonsillectomy is the procedure when the tonsils are removed. Tonsillectomy may be performed for reasons when the upper airway is partially or completely blocked by the tonsils.
Myringotomy tube insertion – It is the one of the most common ear surgery. In this a tube is inserted to prevent recurrent infections of inner ear. In case any fluid is accumulated inside the ear, the insertions are made inside the ear to drain out the fluid from the middle ear to avoid hearing imbalance.
Septoplasty – This is a procedure used to straighten the nasal septum (a separating structure in the nasal cavity). The abnormality or crookedness of the septum could impair one’s ability to breathe. Septoplasty procedure is done through the nasal openings and does not require any external incision.
Sinus surgery – Sinus surgery is done to remove and blockage in the sinus area or to enlarge the sinus openings for easier drainage.
Tracheotomy – This procedure is used in cases where patients’ respiratory ability is seriously impaired and air cannot reach the lungs. A small opening in made in the trachea to allow air to reach the lungs.

What is Cochlear Implant surgery?

It is a surgically implanted electronic device that is used by people who receive minimal or no benefit from conventional hearing aid. Often referred to as bionic ear, it works using special technologies to take place of non-working parts in the ear. It is capable of converting sound to electronic signal, which stimulates the 8th nerve.
Cochlear implants provide a heightened sense of sound to adults and children with profound hearing loss. The implants bypass the damaged hair cells in the inner ear and directly stimulate the auditory nerve to send information to the nerve. These are not responsible for restoring or creating new hearing.

What causes Nasal obstruction?

The major causes of nasal obstruction are as follows.

Acute Sinusitis(sinus infection)
Allergies
Common cold
Decongestion nasal spray overuse
Deviated septum
Dry air
Stress
Medications like high blood pressure drugs

How do you treat Tonsillectomy?

Tonsillectomy refers to the procedure in which the tonsils are removed. There are several ways to remove the tonsils the most common method being “cold knife (steel) dissection”. This technique involves the surgeon removing the tonsils with the help of a scalpel (sharp bladed instrument). Another common method used is “cauterization”. In this method, the tonsil tissues are completely burnt away. Other methods include the use of ultrasound to treat tonsils as well.

What causes Sinusitis?

Sinusitis is a common condition where cavities around the nasal passage become inflamed and swollen. There are several causes for sinusitis. Some of the causes are mentioned below.
Nasal obstruction causing difficulty in breathing
Pain, tenderness around eyes, cheeks, nose.
Reduced sense of smell and taste
Cough that might worsen in the night
Sore throat

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