Reasons to See an ENT

Otolaryngologists, commonly called ear, nose and throat (ENT) doctors, treat a variety of conditions that affect the head and neck. The adult and pediatric ENTS at South Coast Ear, Nose & Throat, Drs. Leslie Berghash, John Lanza and Camysha Wright, see patients who have sinus infections, hearing, loss, dizziness, allergies and other illness and disorders. You or your child may benefit from a visit to the ENTs in Fort Pierce, Okeechobee or Port St. Lucie, FL, if you have any of these issues:

Sinus Pain

Inflammation in your sinuses is common when you have a cold or other viral infection. Unfortunately, the inflammation can continue long after you've recovered from your cold. Known as sinusitis, the condition causes sinus pain, congestion, post-nasal drip, facial tenderness and headaches. If it's been a few weeks or longer since you had a cold or an upper respiratory infection and you still have these symptoms, it's time to call your Fort Pierce, Okeechobee or Port St. Lucie ENTs.

Trouble Hearing

Does it seem as if someone turned down the volume on the entire world? If you have trouble hearing the dialogue on the TV, can't hear well when talking on the phone, or struggle to keep up with in-person conversations, you may have hearing loss. Your ENTs will determine the cause of the loss and recommend treatments and strategies to improve your hearing, such as a hearing aid, if appropriate.

Dizziness or Balance Problems

Vertigo, dizziness, spinning, nausea or balance problems can be related to an issue with your inner ear. Infections, diseases or displacement of tiny crystals inside the ear can cause the symptoms.

Other Reasons to See an ENT

Call your ENT if you have any of these symptoms or conditions:

  • Chronic nasal congestion
  • Frequent sore throats
  • Ringing or buzzing in your ears
  • Allergies
  • Asthma
  • Hoarseness and other problems with your voice
  • Trouble swallowing
  • Frequent nose bleeds
  • Ear pain
  • Abnormalities or injuries that affect your ears, nose or throat

Could a visit to the adult and pediatric ENTs at South Coast Ear, Nose & Throat help you improve your health? Schedule an appointment with Drs. Berghash, Lanza and Wright by calling (772) 398-9911 for the Port St. Lucie, FL, office, (772) 464-6055 for the Fort Pierce office, or (863) 357-7791 for the Okeechobee office.