What Are General ENT Treatments?
Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) specialisation covers a wide range including sinusitis, ear infections, dizziness (vertigo) and vocal cord diseases. As an ENT specialist in Ankara, Prof. Dr. Ömer Karakoç aims for lasting solutions by getting to the root cause of the complaint using modern endoscopic and imaging methods.
Symptoms / Who Is a Candidate
- Long-standing nasal congestion, post-nasal drip or facial pain (a sign of sinusitis).
- Recurrent ear infections or ear pain.
- Sudden or gradual hearing loss.
- Dizziness, loss of balance (vertigo).
- Hoarseness lasting longer than 3 weeks.
Diagnostic Methods
An endoscopic nose-throat assessment is performed at examination; if needed, sinus CT determines the extent of the disease. Audiometric tests are used for ear complaints, and vertigo assessment tests are used for balance complaints. For hoarseness, the vocal cords are directly visualised with an endoscope (laryngoscopy).
Treatment Process
- Chronic Sinusitis: Medical treatment (medication) is tried first; for cases that do not respond, Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS) restores ventilation to the sinuses.
- Ear Infections and Hearing Loss: Medical treatment targeting the cause of the infection; surgical options are considered if there is a structural problem.
- Dizziness (Vertigo): Treatment targeting the cause, and balance rehabilitation if needed.
- Hoarseness: Microsurgery or voice therapy is applied for lesions such as nodules or polyps on the vocal cords.
Post-Treatment Follow-Up
Response to medical treatments is assessed within a few weeks. For patients undergoing surgery (e.g. FESS), the recovery process is followed with regular check-ups and nasal cleaning/control is performed when needed.
Why Choose Prof. Dr. Ömer Karakoç?
For general ENT complaints, the correct diagnosis is key to avoiding unnecessary surgical interventions. At his clinic in Çankaya, Ankara, Prof. Dr. Ömer Karakoç first evaluates medical treatment options and recommends surgery only when necessary.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is chronic sinusitis recognised, which symptoms matter?
Nasal congestion lasting longer than 12 weeks, post-nasal drip, a feeling of pressure on the face and loss of smell are typical symptoms of chronic sinusitis. If these symptoms persist, an endoscopic examination and, if needed, CT assessment is recommended.
Is surgery always needed for sinusitis?
No. Most sinusitis cases are managed first with medical treatment (antibiotics, nasal spray, etc.). Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS) is considered for chronic or recurrent cases that do not respond to medical treatment.
My hoarseness hasn't gone away for 3 weeks, what should I do?
Hoarseness lasting longer than 3 weeks should be assessed by an ENT specialist with laryngoscopy. This time period is important to rule out conditions that require more specific evaluation, different from a simple vocal cord inflammation.
Can ringing in the ears (tinnitus) be treated?
The cause of ringing in the ears can range from hearing loss to TMJ problems. Treatment targets the underlying cause; therefore, a detailed audiological and ENT assessment is performed first.
What is checked in an ENT examination?
In a standard ENT examination, the nose, throat, ear and neck area are assessed endoscopically; depending on the complaint, additional tests such as a hearing test, balance test or imaging may be requested.
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