What does a ENT surgeon do?

An ENT surgeon deals with the surgical specialists who diagnose, evaluate and manage a wide range of diseases of the head and neck, including the ear, nose and throat regions.

What are the typical symptoms of an ear problems?

Syptoms like Dizziness or spinning sensation (vertigo), Nausea and vomiting, Problems with balance or walking,Hearing loss (or decrease in sound volume) in one ear, Earache or ear pain and fullness in the ear.

Which tests/ investigations are generally required by the ENT surgeon?

The investigations include audiogram, Auditory Brainstem Response, MRI of Internal Acoustic Meatus (IAM) is required.

How does an ENT check for vertigo?

Chec by an physical exam to look for signs and symptoms of the cause of vertigo, The ENT surgeon uses delicate instruments to magnify and examine the ear canal and eardrum.

Can ENT doctors diagnose thyroid problems?

Yes , they can as Thyroid function tests, including thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) Blood tests, or radiology examination. An ultrasound to see the size and appearance of the nodule.

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43 years of overall experience

Works at University Hospital Erlangen, Erlangen

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About Prof. Dr. Heinrich Iro

Prof. Dr. Heinrich Iro is a well known ENT Surgeon/Otorhinolaryngologist, practicing successfully for more than 41 years.
He is the Chairman of the AHMO German Cancer Society, Presidium Member of the German Society of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, and Commissioner for the Development of Guidelines of the German Society of Otolaryngology.
He completed his medical studies at the Faculty of Medicine, Saarland University in 1975, and doctoral degree, Ph.D. thesis defense with honors from the same institution.
He is adept in performing Head tumors, Neck tumors, Paranasal sinusitis, Otitis media, Otitis external, Otomycosis, Malignant otitis externa, Tonsillitis, Salivary glands inflammation, Facial nerve paralysis, Tracheal stenosis, etc.
Dr. Heinrich has publications in both national as well as international journals.

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Head tumors Neck tumors Paranasal sinusitis Otitis media Otitis externa Otomycosis Malignant otitis externa Tonsillitis Sleep disorders Salivary glands inflammation Facial nerve paralysis Tracheal stenosis