I’m not completely sure what will happen when your husband will be seen at the hospital . Individual specialists do things in different ways. But it is very likely that the ENT specialist will take a full history (ask him questions about his health). Then they will do a physical examination.
Depending on the assessment the specialist may order further tests and ask to see your husband again when the results are available. It may take a while to get others tests organised. I don't think that it is common to get everything sorted in one visit. They may suggest a biopsy, as you probably know this is the removal of a small piece of tissue to be examined under a microscope in the laboratory.
You might find that the specialist is able to give your husband an opinion of what the treatment plan will be on the day and there may be no need for further tests. But if they are unsure you may find that they are reluctant to say much at this first appointment. Please do not assume the worst if the specialist asks for more tests. This does not always mean that anything serious is wrong.
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