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Advanced Ear, Nose & Throat Care In Upstate South Carolina

The ears, nose and throat are closely connected, and each plays an important role in how you breathe, hear, speak, swallow and sleep. When one area isn’t functioning properly, it can affect your overall health and quality of life. At Atreus Medical & Surgical Associates, we provide specialized ear nose and throat (ENT) care in Seneca, Powdersville and throughout Upstate South Carolina. Our team combines cutting-edge technology and personalized care to diagnose and treat a wide range of ear, nose and throat conditions.

Comprehensive ENT Services

Every patient deserves an accurate diagnosis and high-quality treatment plan that addresses the source of their symptoms and not just temporary relief. Dr. Boxwell and our ENT team provide coordinated ear, nose and throat care for patients across the Upstate and all under one roof. No matter if your symptoms have just developed or you’ve been searching for answers for years, our experienced team is dedicated to helping you find long-term relief. Our services include:

Ear Conditions

Hearing and balance conditions related to ear health can cause discomfort, dizziness and problems communicating that interfere with every aspect of daily life. At the Atreus Medical & Surgical Associates Hearing Center, our team diagnoses and treats a wide variety of ear conditions, including hearing loss, tinnitus and more. Our recommendations are designed to restore hearing and improve your ability to face every day and social situation with confidence.

Nose Conditions

Difficulty breathing through your nose isn’t something you should simply learn to live with. Nasal obstruction can result from allergies, structural abnormalities, chronic inflammation or other underlying conditions. Our specialists evaluate and treat chronic nasal congestion, deviated septum, nosebleeds, nasal obstruction, nasal polyps, chronic runny nose and postnasal drip. Depending on your diagnosis, treatment may include medications or minimally invasive sinus procedures performed right here in the office with the goal of improving your ability to breathe with ease.

Outpatient Sinus Procedures

At Atreus Medical & Surgical Associates, we offer innovative and minimally invasive sinus treatments, including ClariFix® cryotherapy, LATERA® nasal implant and VIVAER® nasal airway remodeling. We use advanced technology, including in-office sinus CT imaging, to accurately diagnose and plan each procedure for completely personalized sinus treatment.

Allergy Care

Allergies are extremely common, and frustrating allergy symptoms are one of the most common reasons patients visit an otolaryngology practice. As your allergy experts, we work to identify the source of your symptoms through targeted allergy testing. By knowing what you are allergic to, we help effectively reduce symptoms and improve long-term quality of life. Allergy treatment options include medication management and immunotherapy with allergy shots or allergy drops.

Snoring & Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Snoring is more than just annoying for your partner. If you snore or if your partner notices pauses in your breathing during the night, it may be a sign of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). OSA is a condition that causes repeated interruptions in breathing during sleep and other sleep symptoms such as poor sleep quality, difficulty sleeping and daytime fatigue. It increases the risk of serious health problems such as high blood pressure, heart attack and more. Working closely with our pulmonologist, Dr. Stenbit, Dr. Boxwell and our ENT team work collaboratively to provide at-home sleep studies, diagnostic evaluations and personalized treatment plans.

Voice & Throat Disorders

Persistent hoarseness, throat pain or changes in your voice should never be ignored. These symptoms may result from inflammation, vocal cord disorders, acid reflux or other underlying voice and throat conditions. We treat a range of voice and throat conditions, such as chronic sore throat, difficulty swallowing, chronic cough and more. Our speech-language pathologist, Andrea Storie, also provides specialized speech pathology services including voice evaluations, videostroboscopy, individualized voice therapy and more.

Head & Neck Conditions

The head and neck contain complex structures that require specialized evaluation and treatment. Services for head and neck problems include diagnosing and managing a variety of benign and complex conditions affecting these areas, including salivary gland disorders, enlarged lymph nodes, thyroid disorders, neck masses and more. Every treatment plan is tailored to the individual patient, with an emphasis on accurate diagnosis, compassionate care and coordinated treatment.

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ENT FAQs

Whether you’re experiencing chronic sinus problems, hearing changes, throat discomfort or another ear, nose and throat concern, it’s normal to have questions about your symptoms and treatment options. Below are answers to some of the most common questions we receive about ENT care. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, we’re happy to provide personalized guidance during your appointment.

An otolaryngologist such as Dr. Boxwell is a specialist who diagnoses and treats conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, head and neck. This physician has extensive training in both medical and surgical treatment, allowing them to care for everything from chronic sinus infections and hearing loss to head and neck conditions.

If you’ve experienced symptoms such as chronic sinus infections, persistent nasal congestion, hearing loss, ear pain, dizziness, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing or snoring that worsens won’t go away, it may be time to request an appointment. Early diagnosis can often prevent symptoms from worsening and help you find relief sooner.

Because we are an independently owned practice, we take the time to listen to your concerns, educate you about your diagnosis and develop treatment plans tailored to your individual needs. From routine ear, nose and throat concerns to treatment of complex ear, nose and throat conditions, our goal is to help you breathe easier, hear better, sleep more soundly and enjoy a healthier, more comfortable life overall.

Yes. Allergies are one of the most common causes of chronic nasal congestion, postnasal drip, sinus infections, ear pressure and throat irritation. Allergy testing can help identify your triggers so treatment can provide significant long-term symptom relief.

We can! Snoring may be caused by structural issues within the nose or throat and can sometimes be a sign of obstructive sleep apnea. Our providers perform comprehensive evaluations to determine the cause of your symptoms and recommend the most appropriate treatment options.

Many ENT conditions develop gradually and may go untreated for years. Even if you’ve been living with symptoms for a long time, it’s never too late for a diagnosis. Our team focuses on identifying the underlying cause and developing a treatment plan tailored to your individual needs for symptom relief.

Today’s hearing aids are smaller, more comfortable and more advanced than ever before. Modern technology offers features like automatic volume adjustments, reduced background noise, cancellation of feedback and improved overall speech clarity. Many hearing aids can also connect to smartphones and other smart devices.

Recurrent ear infections can develop for several reasons, including allergies, chronic sinus or nasal congestion, Eustachian tube dysfunction, frequent colds or upper respiratory infections and underlying structural issues in the ear. Some people are simply more prone to ear infections than others. At Atreus Medical & Surgical Associates, our ENT specialists perform a comprehensive evaluation to identify the cause of recurrent ear infections and create a treatment plan to help reduce future infections and safeguard your hearing.

Relief For Ear, Nose & Throat Conditions Starts Today

Our goal is to provide the very best care to help you feel your best. At Atreus Medical & Surgical Associates, Dr. Boxwell and our experienced team are committed to identifying the underlying cause of your symptoms through advanced diagnostic testing and personalized treatment. At Atreus Medical & Surgical Associates, you come first. Let’s help you breathe easier and hear better without having to visit a corporate medical office. Request your appointment online today or give us a call at (864) 800-0100 to get started.

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Personalized ENT, Pulmonary, Speech Pathology & Hearing Care Close To Home

Let’s start your healing journey.

Whether you are dealing with persistent breathing concerns, chronic cough, sinus symptoms, allergies, hearing changes, sleep apnea, voice concerns or swallowing difficulties, the Atreus Medical & Surgical Associates team is here to help. Our independently-owned practice provides advanced, personalized specialty medical care in Seneca and Powdersville, SC, with treatment plans built around your symptoms, health goals and everyday comfort. Request an appointment today for clearer answers and lasting relief.