Health Information Diseases and disorders of the ears, nose, throat, head, and neck negatively impact the lives of millions around the world. Our health information, created by our member physicians, provides a basic overview of diagnoses and treatment for many of these conditions. Ears Conditions that impair ear function can be as minor as wax buildup or as serious as congenital deafness. This section contains valuable information about how to protect your hearing, how to recognize indications of hearing disorders, and what ENT-head and neck physicians can do to evaluate and treat these problems. Learn More Throat Maladies of the throat can be a mere nuisance or a major ordeal. Tonsillitis, voice disorders, and even hoarseness all interfere with our ability to communicate. Many of these conditions can be improved or corrected with the care of an ENT physician or head and neck surgeon. Learn More Nose and Mouth Congestion, allergic rhinitis, a deviated septum, and mouth sores are just a few of the varied health problems that occur in this region of the body. Information about ways you can relieve symptoms at home and when you should see a physician can be found in this section. Learn More Head and Neck Surgery Many surgical advances are being made in this area. Procedures such as tonsillectomy and facial plastic surgery are becoming less invasive, and new procedures are being developed to treat serious problems such as cleft palate, sleep apnea, and deafness. Learn More Cancer Early detection is critical to preventing fatal outcomes. Cancers of the head and neck such as laryngeal cancer can be particularly aggressive. Signs of cancer of the head and neck include changes in the skin, pain, prolonged hoarseness, and sudden loss of voice. If you suffer from any of these symptoms you should see an ENT or head and neck physician immediately. Learn More Pediatric Children face many of the same health problems that adults do, however symptoms may show themselves differently and treatment methods that work well in adults may not be appropriate for children. This section identifies common pediatric ENT, head, and neck ailments and what you should ask your child’s doctor about diagnosis and treatment. Learn More Allergies and Asthma Allergic disease affects more than 50 million people in the United States, and is the fifth leading cause of chronic disease in the United States. Many of the common disorders that are treated by the ear, nose and throat specialist are complications of allergic disease. These include Asthma, Food Allergy, Skin Allergies, Insect Stings and Allergic Rhinitis. Learn More Voice and Swallowing Disorders The vocal folds in the Larynx generate the tones of our voice, and are also important in swallowing. There are a broad range of conditions affecting the larynx. Learn More Sleep Disorders and Snoring Forty-five percent of normal adults snore at least occasionally, and 25 percent are habitual snorers. Snoring is an indication of obstructed breathing. Therefore, it should not be taken lightly. An otolaryngologist can help you to determine where the encumbrance may be and offer solutions for this noisy and often embarrassing behavior. Learn More Clinical Research Clinical trials are conducted to obtain safety and efficacy data for new or existing medications and medical devices. Participating in a clinical trial or study can be a very satisfying and worthwhile experience. Become a research volunteer and help advance medical science.