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What Conditions Does an ENT Treat?
Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026
An ENT doctor, also called an otolaryngologist, is trained in the care and treatment of a wide range of conditions that affect the areas in and around your ears, nose and throat, as well as head and neck problems. Common conditions they treat may include:
- 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
- Tonsillar infections and enlarged tonsils
- Giddiness and vertigo
An ENT physician may specialize in the following areas:
- Otology/neurotology: Diseases of the ear that affect hearing and balance, such as trauma (injury), cancer and nerve pathway disorders.
- Pediatric otolaryngology: Diseases in children with special ENT problems, including birth defects in the head and neck and developmental delays.
- Facial plastic and reconstructive surgery: Cosmetic, functional and reconstructive surgical treatment of abnormalities of the face and neck.
- Rhinology: Disorders of the nose and sinuses.
- Laryngology: Disorders of the throat, including voice and swallowing problems.
- Allergy: Treatment by medication, immunotherapy (allergy shots) and/or avoiding pollen, dust, mold, food and other sensitivities that affect the ear, nose and throat.
Can an ENT doctor perform surgery?
An ENT doctor can perform the following surgeries:
