Pediatrics ENT

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A variety of airway problems can cause breathing difficulties in children. They range from minor to serious, and treatment is dependent upon the underlying condition. Pediatric Airway Conditions Upper and lower respiratory tract infections are common in children, whose immune systems are still developing. Colds, flu, croup, sinusitis, bronchiolitis, asthma, and pneumonia all produce symptoms…

Hearing loss can affect those of all ages, including children. Diagnosing and treating hearing loss in the pediatric population requires different instruments than those used on adults. Children may also suffer from different disorders. Pediatric Hearing Tests To test the hearing of newborns and infants, subjective tests must be used, as newborns are unable to…

Snoring is a common problem that affects not only adults, but children, as well. It is estimated that 10 percent of children snore regularly. For many this isn’t an issue, but two to four percent of children have obstructive sleep apnea, a potentially dangerous condition that can lead to serious health problems down the road.…

Tonsil infections are a common childhood malady, bringing pain and discomfort to many children between the ages of five and 15. The result of inflamed tonsils, the condition – known as tonsillitis – is most often caused by a viral or bacterial infection. What Causes Tonsil Infections? The tonsils are a pair of oval-shaped tissues…