{"id":225,"date":"2021-07-06T19:34:50","date_gmt":"2021-07-06T23:34:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blueridgeentps.fm1.dev\/providing-comprehensive-ear-nose-throat-care\/"},"modified":"2021-08-27T15:12:19","modified_gmt":"2021-08-27T19:12:19","slug":"ent","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/blueridgeentps.com\/ent\/","title":{"rendered":"Providing Comprehensive Ear, Nose &#038; Throat Care"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [{\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"What can an an ENT do?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Our ENT physicians are trained in the diagnosis, treatment and management of ear, nose and throat disorders. 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Depending on your reason for visiting, further testing, including X-rays or CT scans, may be requested before a diagnosis can be made.\"\n }\n }\n ]\n  }\n<\/script>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile no-border-radius\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blueridgeentps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/logo.svg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-879 size-full\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"determine-if-you-need-to-see-a-specialist\">Determine If You Need to See a Specialist<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Our board-certified ear, nose and throat doctors specialize in treating disorders of the head and neck. Whether you\u2019re dealing with an ear infection, sinus pressure or hoarseness, we offer our patients a full range of ENT services.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"458\" height=\"552\" src=\"https:\/\/blueridgeentps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/ent-overview.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-996 size-full\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><strong>Below is a handy self-screener that can help you determine if you should see an ENT.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Do you experience frequent hoarseness or sore throat?<\/li><li>Have you noticed a lump or swelling in your neck lasting more than two weeks?<\/li><li>Have you ever been told or suspect that you snore and\/or stop breathing while you sleep?<\/li><li>Have you experienced four or more sinus infections in the past year?<\/li><li>Are your nasal symptoms worse in the spring, summer and\/or fall?<\/li><li>Do you ever experience facial pain, facial pressure, sinus headaches or congestion?<\/li><li>Are you experiencing sudden hearing loss?<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you answered yes to one or more of these questions, you might be experiencing an ear, nose or throat disorder.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group overview-steps\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><h2 class=\"contain overview-steps-title wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-are-the-next-steps-for-your-ent-visit\">What Are the Next Steps for Your ENT Visit?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"510\" height=\"431\" src=\"https:\/\/blueridgeentps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/ent-step-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-997 size-full\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-setup-an-appointment\">1. Setup an Appointment<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>Contact us to schedule an appointment with an otolaryngology specialist. Our front office staff will be happy to answer any questions you may have. Visit our location page for direct contact information.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"510\" height=\"431\" src=\"https:\/\/blueridgeentps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/ent-step-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-998 size-full\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-prepare-for-your-visit\">2. Prepare for Your Visit<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>Write down any questions you may have for your ENT and list your symptoms, when they occurred and any treatments you have tried, even if those symptoms do not seem related to the condition you are being seen for.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"510\" height=\"431\" src=\"https:\/\/blueridgeentps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/ent-step-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-999 size-full\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-set-your-first-time-visit-expectations\">3. Set Your First-Time Visit Expectations<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>An otolaryngologist will ask you questions about your symptoms and typically examine your ears and sinuses, feel your neck for lumps and visually inspect your throat and tonsils.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group overview-cta\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Further testing, including X-rays or CT scans, may be requested before a diagnosis is determined.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The symptoms of ENT disorders often overlap. We use a holistic approach to determine the cause of your symptoms so we can recommend the right treatment for you. Take the first step toward ear, nose and throat relief. Schedule an appointment today.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Determine If You Need to See a Specialist Our board-certified ear, nose and throat doctors specialize in treating disorders of the head and neck. Whether you\u2019re dealing with an ear infection, sinus pressure or hoarseness, we offer our patients a full range of ENT services. 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