ENT examination, or otolaryngologist examination, is a specialized examination of the ear, throat, and nose. It is performed using specific tools such as spatulas, nasal specula, ear funnels, otoscopes, and fiberendoscopes. Based on the medical history and clinical examination of the oral cavity, throat, larynx, nose, ear, and neck, their condition is assessed, and the type of treatment and necessary further diagnostic methods are determined.
An ENT examination is necessary when your child experiences difficulties in breathing through the nose, nasal secretions into the throat, a burning sensation, tightness, and/or pain in the throat, changes in voice color or hoarseness, ear pain, diminished hearing, and/or a feeling of fullness in the ear.
Examination of the oral cavity and throat is performed with a direct view using a spatula, assessing the condition of the mucous membrane, teeth, tongue, tonsils, hard and soft palate.
Ear examination is carried out using an ear speculum and a headlight or otoscope for a better view of the eardrum and ear canal.
Nasal examination is conducted with a nasal speculum and a headlight, evaluating the condition of the nasal mucosa, nasal cavities, and nasal septum.
Laryngeal examination is performed with the aid of a headlight and mirror, known as an indirect laryngoscopic examination, assessing the condition of the mucous membrane and structures in the larynx.
Neck examination involves palpating the structures of the neck and neck lymph nodes.
Detecting specific changes indicating or raising suspicion of a disease requires additional diagnostic examinations.
Fiberendoscopic examination provides an extremely detailed diagnostic insight, complementing the basic otolaryngological examination, and is entirely safe and painless. The examination is conducted using a fiberendoscope equipped with a light source, consisting of a flexible tube to which a camera can be attached if necessary. Fiberendoscopy allows the observation of specific details such as the location of bleeding in the nose, throat, and larynx, swelling of the mucous membrane throughout the upper respiratory tract, the presence of polyps, tumors, and acute and chronic changes in the mucous membranes and structures of the upper respiratory tract.
This method is ideal for examining:
Adenoid vegetation – the third tonsil
Deformation of the nasal septum
Nasal polyps
Various nasal conditions (allergies, bleeding, tumor changes)
Throat
Larynx and vocal cords
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