Otorhinolaryngology in Palamós: Ear, Nose and Throat Specialists

What is Otorhinolaryngology?

Otorhinolaryngology (ENT) is the medical specialty that diagnoses and treats, both surgically and through clinical therapies, the disorders affecting the ears, nose, paranasal sinuses, larynx, throat and other areas of the neck and head.

It ranges from common conditions such as otitis, tonsillitis or sinusitis to more complex interventions such as vocal cord surgery or functional nasal reconstruction. It is also essential for the treatment of sleep-related breathing disorders, such as obstructive sleep apnoea.

At Clínica Eupnea Palamós we have ENT specialists who provide comprehensive, personalised care. We combine clinical experience with the most up-to-date diagnostic techniques to guarantee the best outcome for every patient, both adults and children.

When should you see the otorhinolaryngologist?

There are several symptoms and situations that indicate it is time to consult an ENT specialist:

• Hearing loss or persistent buzzing (tinnitus): If you notice that you hear less or have a constant ringing in your ears, a complete auditory evaluation is needed.
• Pain or a feeling of pressure in the ears: This may indicate an ear infection (otitis), fluid build-up or other auricular pathologies that require professional diagnosis.
• Loud snoring or trouble breathing while asleep: Loud snoring and breathing pauses during sleep may be a sign of obstructive sleep apnoea, a disorder that seriously affects quality of life.
• Chronic sore throat or voice changes: Dysphonia lasting more than two weeks or a persistent sore throat require a laryngoscopic examination to rule out lesions on the vocal cords.
• Constant nasal obstruction or frequent bleeding: Continuous difficulty breathing through the nose may be caused by a deviated nasal septum, nasal polyps or chronic sinusitis.

What do we treat in Otorhinolaryngology?

Our Otorhinolaryngology service at Clínica Eupnea covers a wide range of pathologies:

• External otitis and otitis media (acute and chronic)
• Hypoacusis (hearing loss) in adults and children
• Tinnitus (buzzing or noises in the ears)
• Acute and chronic sinusitis
• Nasal polyps and deviated nasal septum
• Recurrent tonsillitis and chronic pharyngitis
• Dysphonia and vocal cord pathologies
• Snoring and obstructive sleep apnoea syndrome (OSAS)
• Vertigo and balance disorders
• Adenoid hyperplasia

Paediatric ENT

Paediatric ENT is especially important, since many ear, nose and throat disorders appear during the first years of life and can affect the child's development. At Clínica Eupnea we care for the youngest patients with dedication and sensitivity.

The most frequent pathologies in paediatric ENT include:

• Recurrent otitis media: Repeated ear infections that can affect hearing and language development.
• Chronic tonsillitis: Persistent inflammation of the tonsils that may require surgical assessment.
• Adenoid hyperplasia: Excessive growth of the adenoids that hinders nasal breathing and can cause snoring, nocturnal apnoeas and recurrent otitis.
• Hearing-related language problems: Hearing loss not detected in time can delay speech development. Early auditory evaluation is essential.

Otorhinolaryngology Services We Offer

Our ENT team at Clínica Eupnea Palamós provides the following services:

• Auditory evaluation — For adults and children, with audiometry and complementary tests.
• Diagnosis of snoring and sleep apnoea — A complete study of snoring and obstructive apnoea in adults.
• Treatment of chronic sinusitis — Clinical therapy for adults with persistent inflammation of the paranasal sinuses.