Ear, Nose, and Throat 101
The practice of Dr. Edward B. Ermini M.D., P.A. specializes in treating ENT (Ear, Nose, Throat) disorders, including sinus and nasal disorders, voice and laryngeal treatment, and disorders of the ears. The following overview is a primer that will provide you with basic understanding of otolaryngology and the medical professionals that treat otolaryngological disorders.
What is an otolaryngologist?
ENT physicians are trained in the medical and surgical treatment of adult and pediatric patients with diseases and disorders of the Ear, Nose, Throat (ENT), and related structures of the head and neck.
What do otolaryngologists treat?
The Ears - Otolaryngologists treat hearing loss, ear infections, balance disorders, ear noise (tinnitus), nerve pain, facial and cranial nerve disorders. They also manage birth disorders (congenital) of the ear.
The Nose and Sinuses - Otolaryngologists treat troubles in nasal breathing, nosebleeds, and sinus problems.
The Throat - Communicating (speech and singing) and eating involve this vital area. In addition, an expertise of otolaryngologists is managing diseases of the larynx (voice box) and the upper aero-digestive tract or esophagus, including voice and swallowing disorders.
The Head and Neck - This area consists of important nerves involving smell, hearing, and the face. In this area, otolaryngologists treat infectious diseases, neck masses, malignant (cancerous) and benign tumors, and nasal and sinus fractures.
Allergies - Common symptoms related to allergies are headaches, ear itching, dizziness, runny nose, nasal congestion, sinus pressure, sneezing, itchy eyes, sore throat, hoarseness, chronic cough, frequent stomach bloating, and itchy skin.
When you are searching for a reputable Ear, Nose, and Throat practice, please consider the offices of Dr. Edward B. Ermini M.D., P.A. Telephone us today at 910-738-4226 to schedule your preliminary consultation.
Edward B. Ermini M.D., P.A.4303 Ludgate Street
Lumberton, NC 28358
Phone: 910-738-4226
Toll Free: 800-553-4226
Fax: 910-738-8844
Office Hours:
Monday - Friday 8 AM to 5 PM
Chief of Surgery - Southeastern Regional Medical Center
Affiliated with the Gibson Cancer Center
Pediatric and Adult Patients Accepted
Serving the Lumberton and Elizabethtown Communities
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