ABOUT OTOLARYNGOLOGY

Otolaryngology is one of the oldest branches of medical science. It deals with the basic upper body features such as the ears, the nose and the throat. In layman’s terms, an otolaryngologist is known as an ENT doctor or ENT physician. They diagnose and treat common diseases like common colds, tonsillitis, ear infections and such.

Otolaryngology is not just limited to external medical treatments but it also deals with simple medical surgeries or surgical management that deals with the three sense organs. The food we eat, atmospheric conditions and other diseases that manifest as symptoms in the sense organs mainly directly affect ENT diseases and disorders. Some Otolaryngologists also handle the eyes and are commonly known as EENT (Eyes, Ears, Nose and Throat) physicians.