ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat) surgery may also be described as otorhinolaryngology or head and neck surgery and is widely available in the private sector in the UK. ENT surgery is a specialty which is broadly based, encompassing a wide range of treatments and surgical procedures. Common problems managed by an ENT specialist include include hearing and balance problems, tumours of the nose, sinuses, throat and larynx, allergies, snoring, voice and swallowing disorders, inflammation of the throat and laryngitis.