Common ENT disorders.
OBJECTIVE
To provide a succinct and updated discussion on common ear, nose, and throat (ENT) disorders encountered by primary care physicians.


METHODS
Review of recent and pertinent literature.


RESULTS
Recent data was identified via a PubMed search as well as commonly utilized texts in otolaryngology.


CONCLUSIONS
While it is impossible to discuss all of the ENT disorders encountered by primary care physicians, it is helpful to have a succinct resource to highlight the common disorders and their presenting signs, symptoms and initial treatments.


CONCLUSIONS
Recognizing specific signs and symptoms can help primary care physicians diagnose common ENT disorders. This review discusses these presentations and provides the initial management steps, as well as when to refer patients for further evaluation.
Emerick
Kevin S
KS
Department of Otolaryngology, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Boston, MA 02114, USA. Kevin_Emerick@meei.harvard.edu
Deschler
Daniel G
DG
D002983:Clinical Competence; D006801:Humans; D010036:Otolaryngology / Q000379:methods*; D010038:Otorhinolaryngologic Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000628:therapy*; D010821:Physicians, Family; D017410:Practice Guidelines as Topic