MercyOne Clinton Ears, Nose and Throat Care

Whether you’re a child or an adult – ear, nose, throat, head or neck pain can be excruciating.

Not knowing what is causing the pain can be frustrating too, especially when the pain cannot be described by a young child. With today’s technological advancements, there is no reason to suffer from debilitating pain. While your primary care provider can treat minor ear, nose and throat conditions, some issues may require a specialist.

At MercyOne, our ear, nose and throat (ENT) experts work to diagnose and treat your symptoms with the care and compassion you need to get you back to living your best life. Right here in Clinton, our ENT specialists treat all major issues around the head and neck, including:

Ears

There are a variety of ways to treat ear-related conditions, including surgical and non-surgical options. Depending on your condition, an ear specialist will work with you to find the correct diagnosis and treatment for the following conditions:

• Balance disorders
• Birth disorders that might affect both the
  inner and outer ear
• Dizziness (vertigo)
• Ear tubes for children
• Ear infections (otitis media)
• Hearing loss
• Malformations
• Nerve damage
• Ringing in the ears

Nose

Chronic conditions involving the nose can create a variety of concerns, requiring a specialist to help get to the bottom of the issue. Nose issues treated by an ENT specialist include:

• Allergy and breathing problems
• Chronic Sinusitis
• Deviated septum
• Malformation
• Nerve disorders
• Nose bleeds
• Sleep apnea and snoring
• Sleep disorders
• Smell and sensory issues

Throat

When it comes to the throat, an ENT specialist can treat both acute and chronic infections, ordering surgery if necessary. Throat treatments include:

• Eating disabilities
• Facial paralysis (Bell's Palsy)
• Head and neck cancer
• Hoarseness and vocal cord disorders
• Speaking limitations
• Speech problems
• Thyroid and parathyroid disorders
• Tonsillitis
• Vocal issues