Hi,

I have seen an ENT Specialist twice in the last 2 years, the last appointment was only 2 days ago.

Typically, the specialist will ask about your symptoms, when they started, have they worsened or remained constant. They may ask questions about past ailments you’ve had (e.g. if you’ve ever had Glandular Fever).

He/she will have a good thorough feel of your neck, jawline, behind the ears and take a look in your mouth and ears. The mouth exam will need you to move your tongue upwards and also to each side so that you can be thoroughly inspected.

He/she will probably have a look down your nasal passages and into your throat via a nasal endoscope. You are given a little anaesthetic sprayed into each nostril, so this isn’t painful - just mildly uncomfortable.

Pending what they see, they may conclude you need no further investigation or, as in my case this week, they may arrange some blood samples to be taken (mainly to look for signs of viral infection) and refer you on for (typically) an ultrasound of your neck. Note: This, and all of the above, is a reflection of solely my experience and may vary for you. Hopefully, unlike me, you will get an instant ‘all clear’, but ensure you ask questions there and then so that you come away totally satisfied with doubts put to bed (wherever possible). Good luck.

Dave

Hi Dave

Thanks so much for the reply it’s greatly appreciated. It’s hard enough waiting let alone not knowing what will happen. 

I do hope you get the all clear. Good luck  

Wishing you well

RobboS

Hi Dave

Thanks so much for the reply it’s greatly appreciated. It’s hard enough waiting let alone not knowing what will happen. 

I do hope you get the all clear. Good luck  

Wishing you well

RobboS