How Do I Make An Appointment?

Please complete the Appointments Form or call the location number. Reminder: Before your first appointment, please ask your primary care physician to provide you with any pertinent information about your condition. This will include x-rays, CAT scans, lab tests, hearing evaluations, or any other information regarding treatments. Please bring this information with you at the time of your first visit. We also ask that you contact our billing department at (phone) 203-234-2119 or (fax) 203-239-3047 prior to your first visit. A member of our staff will verify your insurance eligibility and help answer your questions.

How Long Does An Appointment Take?

The appointment length depends on the reason for your visit. We know your time is valuable, and we want to make your experience as good as possible.

What Insurances Do You Accept?

We accept most insurance. If your insurance plan requires a referral from your primary care physician, please have your doctor provide our office with this referral prior to your first visit. Unfortunately, these types of insurance plans will not pay for your care unless we have an active referral on file. You may wish to check with your insurance company prior to your visit to be sure that a referral has been issued.

How Do I Contact The Office During Off-Hours?

Please call our location office number. For emergencies, please dial 911.

What Is Your Policy For Missed Or Cancelled Appointments?

To better serve you and accommodate all patients, it is our policy to charge $50 for patients who do not show up for their appointment and charge $25 for patients who cancel in less than one business day.

Sore Throat

Sore throats are a most irritating affliction, but they are usually treatable with the passage of time, antibiotics, or specialized treatment.

The irritation that comes from swallowing when you have a sore throat is called pharyngitis, and is caused by an inflammation in your pharynx stemming from a viral or bacterial infection.

Sore Throat Symptoms and Causes

Sore throats have a number of underlying causes, such as:

Viral (and occasionally bacterial) infections
Influenza
The common cold
Allergies
Acid reflux
Chicken pox
Mono
Measles
And more

Though the symptoms of a sore throat are perfectly described in its own name, there are other symptoms that can augment or be caused by a sore throat condition.

Here are a few symptoms that can commonly accompany a sore throat:

Irritation
Swollen glands
Dry throat
Swallowing difficulties
And many more

Sore Throat Treatment Options

Since sore throats are caused by either viral or bacterial infections, there are different ways in which sore throats can be treated.

Sore throats that are caused by viral infections eventually clear up on their own—they simply take patience and special care on your behalf to not further irritate your throat.

Tips to alleviate the irritation of sore throats caused by viral infections:

Drink plenty of fluids
Gargle warm salt water
Use lozenges or sprays
Use a humidifier or vaporizer to keep your environment moist

 
Sore throats caused by bacterial infections are altogether different in terms of treatment—they require antibiotics. Like with any antibiotic, completing the recommended course of your prescription is essential to your recovery.

There are times when your sore throat can be caused by another condition. That’s why it’s essential to schedule an appointment with a throat specialist to ensure you’re getting the appropriate care for your particular ailment. Our ear, nose, and throat experts will personalize a wellness plan for your unique experience. It’s just that type of commitment to serving our community that has made us such a trusted resource for effective Ear Nose & Throat care.

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NORTH HAVEN

31 Broadway, 2nd Fl

North Haven, CT 06473

203-234-1324

NEW HAVEN
46 Prince St, Ste 601
New Haven, CT 06519
203-752-1726

BRANFORD
954 Main St, (11 Harrison Ave entrance)
Branford, CT 06405

203-481-0003

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How Do I Make An Appointment?

Please complete the Appointments Form or call the location number.

Reminder:
Before your first appointment, please ask your primary care physician to provide you with any pertinent information about your condition. This will include x-rays, CAT scans, lab tests, hearing evaluations, or any other information regarding treatments. Please bring this information with you at the time of your first visit.

We also ask that you contact our billing department at (phone) 203-234-2119 or (fax) 203-239-3047 prior to your first visit. A member of our staff will verify your insurance eligibility and help answer your questions.
How Long Does An Appointment Take?

The appointment length depends on the reason for your visit. We know your time is valuable, and we want to make your experience as good as possible.
What Insurances Do You Accept?

We accept most insurance. If your insurance plan requires a referral from your primary care physician, please have your doctor provide our office with this referral prior to your first visit. Unfortunately, these types of insurance plans will not pay for your care unless we have an active referral on file. You may wish to check with your insurance company prior to your visit to be sure that a referral has been issued.
How Do I Contact The Office During Off-Hours?

Please call our location office number. For emergencies, please dial 911.
What Is Your Policy For Missed Or Cancelled Appointments?

To better serve you and accommodate all patients, it is our policy to charge $50 for patients who do not show up for their appointment and charge $25 for patients who cancel in less than one business day.

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ENT Medical and Surgical Group is committed to exceptional ear, nose & throat care and ensuring a great patient experience.

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