Best Philadelphia ENT – Otolaryngology Near You in Philadelphia

Sleep Apnea & Complex Sleep Disorders

Loud snoring and feeling drained or tired even after a full night of sleep may indicate sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is a potentially serious sleeping disorder that causes multiple pauses in breathing during the night. Effective treatment depends on proper diagnosis.

Sleep studies offered at Penn Medicine Becker ENT measure the number of times per hour the patient’s breathing stops or slows and their oxygen saturation level. If left undiagnosed and untreated, sleep apnea can affect different organ systems and the patient’s overall health. Patients who are concerned about sleep apnea should request a medical evaluation.

Snoring

Snoring occurs when the soft tissue vibrates in the upper airway due to turbulent airflow in the nose, mouth, or throat. A Penn Medicine Becker ENT specialist can examine a patient’s nasal passage, mouth, nose, oral cavity, tongue, soft palate, adenoids, tonsils, and soft neck tissues to determine the cause of irregular or choppy airflow.

In many cases, snoring is caused by swollen airway tissues due to allergies. A deviated septum, enlarged turbinates, long uvula, soft palate, hypertrophied tonsils, or a small jaw may also cause snoring or obstruction of breathing.

Ears & Hearing Loss

Chronic ear infections, fluid in the middle ear due to allergies or colds, impacted earwax, benign tumor, abnormality in the outer or inner ear, and damaged nerves in the inner ear or brain are common causes for hearing loss. Early intervention can provide relief and prevent lasting damage, so it is essential to see an ENT physician as quickly as possible after losing hearing or experiencing symptoms. 

Recurrent or chronic ear infections, swimmer’s ear, pediatrics, hearing loss, dizziness, ear wax buildup, ear fullness, hearing aid services, eardrum perforations, Eustachian tube dysfunction, and tinnitus or ringing in the ears are also treated here.

Voice and Swallowing

Swallowing disorders (dysphagia) may involve difficulty swallowing accompanied by gagging, pain, coughing, choking, regurgitation, weight loss, and heartburn. Several conditions can create dysphagia, including nervous and immune system disorders, reflux disease, scleroderma, and other esophagus or throat blockages. 

Penn Medicine Becker ear, nose, and throat doctors and speech-language pathologists address swallowing disorders, as well as professional voice complications for teachers, singers, lawyers, clergy, and telemarketers, and voice disorders that cause a strained or choppy voice.

Nose and Sinus Disorders

Nose and sinus disorders may involve structural abnormalities, collapsed nasal valves, polyps, nasal irritation, and sinus disease due to chronic sinusitis or acute infection. Penn Medicine Becker ENT and Allergy ear nose and throat doctors specialize in providing their patients’ relief from sinus-related pressure, nasal obstruction, headaches, facial pain, and rhinorrhea. 

Medications typically provide sufficient symptom control and comfort; however, a Becker ENT otolaryngologist-surgeon may recommend reconstructive surgery, head or neck surgery, or sinus surgery to provide sustainable, long-term relief when a structural component or blockage is involved.

Allergies

Allergy symptoms occur when the immune system interprets a harmless substance as a threat. Allergies may cause symptoms like a runny nose, skin rash, hives, watery eyes, lung conditions, or life-threatening anaphylaxis that causes the throat to swell and close. 

Penn Medicine Becker allergy specialists and immunologists treat a wide range of allergies in adults and children in Philadelphia, PA, including those caused by medications, pet dander and hair, pollen, mold, dust mites, and specific foods like milk, shellfish, peanuts, tree nuts. Early intervention can reduce symptoms and prevent severe reactions.

Vertigo

Vertigo is a feeling of dizziness and loss of balance. It can be caused by a variety of things, including inner ear infections, head injuries, and migraines. Vertigo can also be a side effect of certain medications. People with vertigo may feel like they are spinning or that the world is spinning around them. Vertigo can last for a few seconds or it can last for days. For some people, vertigo can be a debilitating condition that makes it difficult to live a normal life. Vertigo can be treated with medication, physical therapy, and lifestyle changes.

Silent Reflux

Silent reflux is a type of acid reflux that occurs without any visible signs. It can cause damage over time. If you experience persistent heartburn, try taking antacids or proprion pumps. You may need surgery if your condition worsens.

Head and Neck Cancer

Head and neck cancer refers to cancer that develops in the head or neck region. This type of cancer can affect a variety of different tissues, including the lips, tongue, throat, and vocal cords, and may involve many types of tumors. Treatment for head and neck cancer typically involves surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy.

At our facility, we offer comprehensive ENT services for head and neck cancer. Our experienced specialists are skilled in diagnosing and treating this type of cancer. We offer a wide range of treatment options, including surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy. We offer supportive care services to help patients cope with the physical and emotional effects of head and neck cancer. Our goal is to provide individualized care that meets the unique needs of each patient.