Otolaryngology

Modern methods of ENT diagnostics and treatment

Doctors at Doctor Sam Medical Center provide professional ENT consultations in a comfortable, private setting. For accurate diagnosis, we use advanced instrumental methods, including:

• Endoscopic and computer-based equipment to obtain detailed images of mucous membranes and internal structures, identifying polyps, tumors, or signs of chronic inflammation.
• Ultrasound to assess soft tissues and lymph nodes.
• Laboratory tests for precise diagnostics.

Treatment is prescribed in accordance with international standards and evidence-based medicine. Minimally invasive techniques are employed, such as sinus puncture and irrigation to remove purulent content and reduce inflammation, or auditory tube catheterization for otitis to prevent complications.

If needed, the doctor may refer the patient to other specialists, such as allergists or surgeons, for comprehensive care.

Visit to an otolaryngologist: diagnostics and treatment

The initial consultation with an otolaryngologist begins with a discussion, during which the doctor collects the patient’s medical history. This is followed by an examination of the throat, nasal passages, and external ear canal, ensuring maximum comfort and a painless experience. Palpation of lymph nodes helps identify potential inflammatory processes. If necessary, additional tests such as blood or urine analysis and hearing assessments may be ordered.

For persistent breathing difficulties, chronic nasal or throat infections, hearing loss, or suspected growths like polyps, the doctor performs an endoscopy. This procedure involves inserting a flexible, thin endoscope tube into the nasal cavity for a detailed inspection of internal organs and tissues. Endoscopy helps detect abnormalities, perform biopsies, and identify causes of symptoms not visible during a standard exam.

The otolaryngologist also conducts therapeutic procedures, such as clearing ear canals, irrigating tonsillar crypts and auditory tubes, and administering medication into the larynx to treat inflammatory conditions. Additionally, the doctor handles the removal of foreign objects from the ear, nose, or throat, treats ENT injuries, removes post-surgical stitches, and performs procedures to prevent and manage inflammation in children with chronic conditions.

Why a sore throat keeps coming back and tonsillitis does not go away

A sore throat is one of the most common reasons to visit an otolaryngologist. Many people try to treat tonsillitis on their own using sprays lozenges or gargling. The symptoms may disappear for a few days but then return again. Over time this can lead to chronic tonsillitis an inflammation of the palatine tonsils that may regularly cause throat pain bad breath fever and general weakness.

The tonsils are part of the immune system but when bacteria accumulate in the tonsil lacunae they become a constant source of infection. That is why people often come with complaints such as a sore throat that lasts for a long time tonsillitis that does not go away white plugs in the throat or unpleasant odor from the throat. In such cases an ENT consultation and throat examination are needed to rule out chronic tonsillitis pharyngitis or other inflammatory ENT diseases.

One of the effective treatment methods is tonsil lacunae washing. During this procedure the doctor cleans the tonsils from purulent plugs and bacteria which helps reduce inflammation relieve throat discomfort and decrease the frequency of tonsillitis episodes. The procedure is recommended for patients with frequent tonsillitis chronic tonsillitis pain when swallowing or a sensation of a foreign body in the throat.

ENT consultation diagnosis and treatment of ear nose and throat diseases are available at the Doctor Sam.