ENT (Ear, Nose, Throat)
ENT is a medical abbreviation referring to the treatment of Ear, Nose and Throat conditions and covers related structures of the head and neck, including the sinuses, larynx (voice box), oral cavity, and upper pharynx (mouth and throat). The clinical name for this type of doctor is an otolaryngologist. Conditions relating to the ears, nose and throat can really affect a patient’s quality of life and everyday interactions.
ENT Procedures and treatments we offer:
- Assessment and diagnosis of all Ear, Nose and Throat conditions.
- Treatment and management of common ear conditions e.g., micro-suction of wax, excision of lesions of the external and middle ear, otitis external /media, ear packing.
- Treatment and management of common nose conditions e.g., nose bleeds, allergic rhinitis, removal of foreign body.
- Treatment and management of common throat conditions e.g., hoarseness of voice, lymph node biopsies.
- Follow up and management of all conditions.
Why Might you need to see an ENT consultant –
Ear Infections:
Treating Ear infections is one of the most common clinical practices of ENT services. Ear infections occur when the eustachian tube (a canal that connects the ear to the back of the throat) becomes swollen or clogged as a result of bacteria, mucus or other microbes entering the ear.
Dizziness and Vertigo:
Dizziness is a general term used to describe light-headedness leading to imbalance. Our consultants are trained to treat any condition impacting the inner ear or the central nervous system, which causes issues such as common dizziness and vertigo. Vertigo is a condition which often causes patients to feel a spiralling sensation like they are falling even when they are still.
Swallowing Disorders:
When a patient has problems moving saliva, liquids, and food to their stomach, the condition is known as dysphagia. Common symptoms of dysphagia, discomfort, a choking sensation, impaired nutrition, and excessive coughing when eating. ENT consultants are equipped to help patients better manage this condition.
Cancer:
There are more than 30 areas within the head and neck where cancer can develop. Problem areas are typically; the mouth, lips, voice box, throat, nose, sinuses, and the nasopharynx (area at the back of the nose and mouth). Although head and neck cancers are relatively uncommon (affecting around 12,400 new patients a year), diagnosis and treatment from an ENT specialist is critical.
Hearing loss & Tinnitus:
ENT specialists deal with a variety of conditions relating to patients hearing, with the most common being hearing loss and tinnitus. Hearing loss can occur at any age, and there are many potential causes. Overexposure to excessively loud noises, head injuries, heart conditions, stroke, ageing, viruses, and tumours can all result in a gradual loss of hearing. Tinnitus causes patients to hear sounds that are not there. This often distresses the individual so much the quality of their life suffers, and their functional health deteriorates. Similarly to hearing loss, tinnitus is caused by overexposure to loud noises.
Why Use Beacon for Private ENT?
- We only use the best – all of our ENT clinicians are either a consultant or surgeon-level doctors who are specialists in this particular field of medicine. You can rest assured that you are in very safe hands.
- Skip the waiting lists – the average UK waiting time for an ENT consultation currently stands at 17 weeks. We aim to provide a private ENT consultation within 48 hours at a date and time that best suits you.
- Relieve the stress of undiagnosed ailments – Conditions relating to your Ear, Nose and Throat can be especially troublesome when it comes to quality of life. Take back control of your health and get the answers you need as soon as possible.
- Utilise our vast array of services – our ENT service works hand in hand with our other services, such as Audiology and MRI. This means that our patients can quickly and easily receive the care/diagnostics they require, allowing our team to carefully build a health plan around your specific needs.
Do you have to make any preparations before your appointment?
Unless told otherwise prior to your appointment, there are no ENT-specific preparations needed. If you have any questions relating to your appointment or you have any specific requirements, feel free to contact us, and we will do our best to accommodate you in any way you feel necessary.
Have you been advised you need an ENT consultation? Why not have it with us!
Please fill out a form on the contact page, and we will be in touch as soon as possible to organise your appointment.
Frequently asked questions can be found below; however, if you have any further enquiries, please do not hesitate to contact us by our website, email, or phone.
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FAQs
- WHAT IS ENT?
- WHO WILL I BE SEEN BY?
- WHAT IS MICROSUCTION OF EAR WAX?
- WHAT HAPPENS DURING AN ENT CONSULTATION?
- WHEN WILL I GET MY RESULTS?
- WHAT HAPPENS IF I NEED ADDITIOMAL TREATMENT?
- HOW MUCH ARE ENT CONSULTATIONS AND TREATMENTS?
- HOW DO I BOOK AN ENT CONSULTATION?
ENT is the study of the ears, nose and throat areas.
Hearing, balance, speech, swallowing, breathing issues, sleep issues, skin disorders, allergies and sinuses are some of the conditions that our specialists see, diagnose and treat.
Our doctors range from highly trained ENT specialists to ENT surgeons. All are experts in this field. You can find out more about our Consultants by visiting the ‘Our Team’ page.
Micro suctioning of wax is performed using a medical suction device and a microscope. The low-pressure suction machine is gently guided into your ear canal and removes stubborn, impacted wax. The build-up of wax could be responsible if you are experiencing;
- Earaches
- Difficulty Hearing
- Itchiness
- Dizziness
- An ear infection
- Tinnitus
The removal of the wax is usually a comfortable process and the procedure is undertaken in a few minutes.
The healthcare assistant and the ENT consultant will introduce themselves to you at the beginning of your appointment. The consultant will start by asking you to describe your symptoms, discuss your clinical history and will then proceed to examining your ears, nose or throat.
As part of an ear examination you may be asked to perform simple tasks, such as bending down to touch your toes. Throat exams involve physical touching of the neck area, such as slight pressure applied to the glands in your neck.
Please feel free to ask as many questions as necessary. It is important that you understand the findings of your examination.
After your consultation, the Doctor will dictate a letter. They will explain your symptoms, the findings and the proposed treatment plan. A letter will be sent to your GP within 5 working days.
In instances when a second opinion is required a preliminary letter will be sent to your GP, informing them that they will be receiving a follow up letter.
If, from your consultation, you require treatment which we can perform ourselves such as an MRI scan or fitting of hearing aids, you will be given the option to have the treatment here. Remember this is completely up to you, if you would prefer your treatment to be completed elsewhere it is not a problem.
If we cannot provide the treatment, we will advise your GP where to send your referral. Or, if you have health insurance, we can send the relevant documents to the medical company of your choosing.
If you do not wish to proceed with any treatment, you will be discharged back into the care of your GP.
An initial consultation price starts at around £150.00, however this may vary dependant on the complexity of your symptoms.
For full prices for consultations and treatments contact us.
To book an ENT consultation, you first must request a referral letter from your GP. The letter will clinically explain to us your symptoms, conditions and what type of investigation is required. You can also request a copy of your medical history, if you are unable to do so we can request this on your behalf if you complete a Consent to Access of Medical Records form. After these have been obtained you can contact us via email ( ), phone ( ) or via our website to enquire about an appointment.
Your documents will be passed onto one of our ENT Consultants who will triage your file, at this stage your symptoms will be assessed, as will your suitability for you to attend our clinic (some patients are clinically unsuitable for our clinic and would require procedures to be performed in hospital settings). You will then be contacted to discuss the Consultants recommendations, proposed investigations and cost of the consultation, if you are happy to proceed, our administrator will book an appropriate appointment for you.
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