An ENT is a doctor who specializes in treating ear, nose, and throat conditions. The official title is Doctor of Otolaryngology. If you live in Sun City West, AZ, and the surrounding areas Dr. Ralph Bassett, Dr. Isabel Feinstein, and Dr. Sanford Hoffman of Arizona ENT provide the medical services you need.

Earache

For some children, teens, and adults, earaches are a chronic condition. In children, earaches are usually related to an ear infection that results from fluid in the Eustachian tubes. Hearing may be affected in the immediate aftermath of an ear infection, but permanent damage is rare but increases with the number of occurrences. In adults, the cause is usually something other than the fluid in the tubes. It can be TMJ, teeth, or throat related.

Tinnitus

Referred to as "ringing in the ears" tinnitus, it is not necessarily ringing, but it is a noise in the ears that can be very annoying.  The causes are many and the treatment depends on the ability to identify the cause. About 10% of adults suffer from this condition, and it needs the attention of our ENT in Sun City West, AZ.

Diminished Hearing

According to the World Health Organization, about 20% of the world's population suffers from some degree of hearing loss. Hearing loss can happen to people of any age, including children. It affects a child's ability to learn and socialize and, in the aging population, it can result in depression and isolation. Getting a regular hearing check from an ENT is an important part of your healthcare routine.

Tonsilitis

Tonsilitis is an inflammation of the tonsils. It is more common in children and young adults. If a high fever or serious difficulty swallowing develops, call your ENT.

Sinus Infection

If you have suffered for an extended time from the symptoms of a severe cold, and you have facial pain in the sinuses, you may have a sinus infection. If this happens repeatedly, contact our ENT for an evaluation and treatment.

Snoring

If snoring is affecting your sleep or your partner's sleep, it's time to get it evaluated by one of our ENTs.

Swollen thyroid

Your thyroid gland is located at the front base of the neck. If you can see it, it is time to get a professional to look at it.

Contact Us Today

Contact Dr. Bassett, Dr. Feinstein, and Dr. Hoffman of Arizona ENT in Sun City West, AZ when you need an ENT. To make an appointment, call our Sun City West, AZ office at (623) 975-1660.