Suite 1, 16-22 Burwood Road, Burwood NSW 2134  •  Mon–Fri 8:30am–5:00pm (02) 9747 3199  •  reception@centralsydneyent.com.au

Conditions We Treat

A patient guide to the ear, nose, throat, voice, sleep and head & neck conditions managed by our six FRACS-qualified ENT surgeons. Click any condition below for a detailed explainer written for patients.

Nose & Sinus

Nasal breathing, sinus drainage, smell, and nosebleeds.

Chronic SinusitisBlocked nose, facial pressure, reduced smell beyond 12 weeks. Nasal PolypsSoft growths that block airflow and dull smell. Deviated SeptumOne-sided blockage, snoring, or recurrent infections. Allergic RhinitisSneezing, itchy eyes and nasal congestion from allergens. Nosebleeds (Epistaxis)Recurrent or heavy bleeds needing ENT assessment. Nasal FracturesAssessment and reduction after sport, falls or assault.

Ear & Hearing

Outer, middle and inner ear: hearing, tinnitus, balance and infection.

Hearing LossConductive, sensorineural or mixed: audiometry, hearing aids, surgery. TinnitusRinging or buzzing without an external source. Ear InfectionsAcute or recurrent otitis media in children and adults. Glue EarFluid behind the eardrum affecting hearing and speech. CholesteatomaAbnormal skin collection in the middle ear needing surgery. OtosclerosisFixed stapes bone causing progressive conductive loss. Vertigo & DizzinessBPPV, vestibular neuritis, Ménière's: balance testing. Eustachian Tube DysfunctionEar blockage, popping, muffled hearing. Perforated EardrumMyringoplasty and tympanoplasty for persistent perforations.

Throat, Voice & Sleep

Tonsils, voice box, swallowing and sleep-disordered breathing.

TonsillitisRecurrent sore throats: when tonsillectomy is indicated. Adenoid HypertrophyMouth breathing, snoring, recurrent ear or sinus infections. SnoringAssessment of the level of upper airway obstruction. Obstructive Sleep ApnoeaSleep study, CPAP, mandibular splints, selected surgery. Hoarse VoicePersistent hoarseness > 2–3 weeks needs assessment. Vocal Cord LesionsNodules, polyps, cysts and Reinke's oedema. DysphagiaDifficulty swallowing: urgent when weight loss or lump. Tongue TieAnkyloglossia affecting feeding, speech or oral hygiene. Laryngopharyngeal RefluxThroat clearing, chronic cough, hoarseness, globus. Peritonsillar AbscessQuinsy: urgent drainage and antibiotics.

Head & Neck

Thyroid, parathyroid, salivary glands, skull base and neck.

Thyroid NodulesUltrasound, fine-needle biopsy, targeted surgery. Thyroid CancerPapillary, follicular: high cure rates with early treatment. Parathyroid DiseaseHigh calcium, stones, fatigue: minimally invasive surgery. Salivary Gland StonesSialolithiasis: sialendoscopy, gland-preserving surgery. Parotid TumoursFacial-nerve-monitored surgery for parotid masses. Head & Neck CancerMouth, throat, larynx, salivary, sinus, thyroid. Skin Cancer (Head/Neck)BCC, SCC, melanoma: excision and reconstruction. Bell's PalsySudden facial weakness: early steroids improve recovery. CSF LeakClear salty nasal discharge: endoscopic skull-base repair. Pituitary TumoursEndoscopic endonasal transsphenoidal approach. Neck LumpsPersistent lump: urgent ENT review to exclude malignancy.

Need an ENT Assessment?

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Common Questions

Conditions FAQ

What conditions does Central Sydney ENT treat?+
The practice treats the full range of ear, nose and throat conditions in adults and children. This covers ear and hearing problems, sinus and nasal disease, throat, voice and swallowing disorders, snoring and sleep apnoea, and head and neck conditions including thyroid, parathyroid and salivary gland disease. There are dedicated pages for 36 individual conditions on this site.
Which surgeon should I see for my condition?+
Each of the six surgeons has a subspecialty area. Ear and hearing problems are usually seen by Dr Yeung. Sinus and nasal conditions are covered by Dr Ananda, Dr Sivasubramaniam, Dr Zhang and Dr Ebenezer. Thyroid, parathyroid, salivary gland and head and neck conditions are seen by Dr Hwang. Paediatric ENT is covered by Dr Zhang. If you are not sure, reception can help direct your referral.
Do I need a referral?+
Central Sydney ENT is a specialist surgical practice, so patients are normally seen on a referral from a GP or another specialist. A referral also allows you to claim a Medicare rebate. If you do not have one yet, call the rooms on (02) 9747 3199 and reception can talk you through the process.
How do I make an appointment?+
Call the Burwood rooms on (02) 9747 3199, Monday to Friday between 8:30 am and 5:00 pm. Referrals can also be faxed to (02) 9747 1499 or emailed to reception@centralsydneyent.com.au.
Do you treat children?+
Yes. The practice sees paediatric patients for conditions such as glue ear, recurrent ear infections, enlarged tonsils and adenoids, tongue tie, and hearing concerns. Dr Zhang has a particular interest in paediatric ENT.