Dr. Travis Walker Ear, Nose and Throat doctors (ENTs) treat conditions that affect your ears, nose, throat, sinuses, mouth and parts of your neck. "You may have a sore throat that won't go away, experience changes in hearing, have recurrent sinus infections or feel a lump in your neck" said Dr. Travis Walker, an ENT specialist at McLaren Lapeer Region. "An ENT can help you better understand what is causing your symptoms and treat a wide range of diseases with both medicine and surgery." Common issues that signal a visit to an ENT specialist include: -Recurrent ear infections -Recurrent tonsillitis -Nasal congestion -Recurrent sinus infections -Deviated septum -Hearing impairment -Tinnitus (ringing in the ears) -Vertigo or balance problems -Hoarseness or voice problems -Persistent sore throat or swallowing problems -Thyroid nodules -Parathyroid disease -Pain, growth or tumor in your ears, nose or throat -Skin cancers on the head, face and neck While some of the above problems can be treated by your primary care physician, an ENT is a specialist who can provide an in-depth assessment and deliver comprehensive treatment options based on their experience and knowledge. For help with these and other associated symptoms, make an appointment with Dr. Walker at (810) 667-7323. He will be able to diagnose the cause of your symptoms and help you find relief.