History and Clinical Examination

Welcome to the History and Clinical Examination section of ENT!

This section offers structured, practical notes on how to take a thorough ENT history and perform relevant clinical examinations, curated for MBBS and ENT students.

Why is Clinical Examination Important in ENT?

A good history and examination form the foundation of accurate diagnosis in ENT. From evaluating hearing loss, nasal obstruction, or throat pain, to detecting masses in the neck or oral cavity, mastering these skills is essential in both OPD settings and viva exams.

ENT examination includes focused inspection, palpation, and instrument-based assessments of the ear, nose, throat, head and neck, often with the help of tools like the head mirror, tuning forks, nasal speculum, and laryngeal mirrors.

Here you’ll find high-yield notes on:

• General approach to ENT history taking
• System-wise history (ear, nose, throat, neck)
• Common presenting complaints and how to explore them
• Examination of the external and internal ear
• Nasal examination techniques and nasal endoscopy
• Oral cavity and oropharyngeal examination
• Examination of the larynx and hypopharynx
• Neck mass evaluation
• Use of tuning forks, headlight, and examination instruments
• Clinical cases and viva questions

All notes are designed for bedside utility, exam readiness, and conceptual understanding.

Whether you're preparing for a clinical posting, long case, or practical viva, this section will give you the clarity and confidence you need.

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