Ear ringing or tinnitus is one of the most common symptoms of hearing loss. Ear pain, itching and discomfort are common patient problems, but only half are from ear disease. Inner ear dizziness, or vertigo, is a sensation of motion not light headedness. The most common cause of hoarseness in the non-smoker and a common cause of food sticking in the lower neck is stomach acid refluxing into the throat. Neck masses are a common problem.
Many disorders can produce neck masses including benign lymph nodes, congenital cysts, and cancers.
A list of common problems and warning signs for the doctor taking care of Ear, Nose and Throat problems.