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This is a handy guide for common otolaryngologic problems of elderly, ranging from deafness, tinnitus, giddiness, dysphagia and voice change, presented in bullet form. Most of the books of otolaryngology do not deal specifically with problems related to elderly, though otolaryngologic disabilities are the leading cause of morbidity in elderly. Many of them attend geriatric clinics where the otolaryngologists are not available and the attending doctors are people specialized in geriatric medicine. This book will be helpful, especially for those pursuing courses on geriatric medicine, general medicine and family medicine and also to otolaryngology post-graduates and consultants. It deals with various aspects of etiopathogenesis and management of these conditions in elderly, along with focus on areas of potential research in a very simplified manner. This book has important take home messages in the form of boxes at the end of each text.