Pediatric Tonsil Infections
Tonsil infections are a common childhood disorder, bringing pain and discomfort to many children between the ages of five and 15. The result of inflamed tonsils, known as tonsillitis, is most often caused by a viral or bacterial infection. What Causes Pediatric Tonsillitis? The tonsils are a pair of oval-shaped tissues in the back of…
Pediatric Allergies
Allergy and sinus conditions are common in children, whose sinuses continue to develop well into the teen years. Allergy and sinus symptoms are similar, making a proper diagnosis a bit challenging. An ENT specialist can recommend diagnostic testing to help pinpoint the cause of what is ailing your child. Common Causes of Child Allergies When…
Pediatric Breathing Disorders
Children are susceptible to illness, and respiratory problems are quite common—especially in those exposed to germs (e.g., in a daycare setting). Most respiratory ailments are not severe, but approximately one-third result from breathing disorders that require special treatment. Upper & Lower Respiratory Infections Types of children’s respiratory infections include those affecting the upper respiratory system…
Newborn Hearing Screenings
Newborn hearing loss is tough to detect, which is why many cases go undiagnosed until the child reaches talking age. The only way to often identify and treat a hearing loss problem when it truly counts is to take your baby to an audiologist for an infant hearing screening. Why Is Early Detection So Important?…
Newborn Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is the most common congenital disability, with two to three out of 1,000 babies born with a hearing loss. It’s essential to catch this early, as hearing plays a crucial role in a child’s social and emotional development and is key to their speech and language skills. Diagnosing Hearing Loss in Newborns Most…
Pediatric Hearing Loss
Older adults aren’t the only ones who experience hearing loss: children of all ages can experience a loss of hearing. Roughly three out of 1,000 babies are born with hearing loss, and its prevalence is increasing in adolescents. Noise-induced hearing loss is largely responsible for this increase. If you suspect your child has difficulty hearing,…
Head & Neck Cancer
Cancers in this region include: Oral cavity cancer involves the lips, tongue, the floor of the mouth, the hard and soft palates, or the gums. Laryngeal cancer involves the voice box. Pharyngeal cancer involves any part of the throat except for the voice box. Salivary gland cancer involves the salivary glands. Causes of Head and…
Skin Cancer
Skin cancer can develop on any part of the body that receives frequent sun exposure – the scalp, lips, ears, neck, chest, arms and hands, for instance. One of the areas most prone to skin cancer is the face. It can affect people of all skin tones, including individuals with darker complexions. What Are the…
Head & Neck Masses
A number of masses may develop in your head or neck; these masses may also be called growths, tumors, lumps or bumps. While some head and neck masses are cancerous, many are not. It is important to see a physician if any abnormal bump or lump persists for more than two weeks. If a cancer…
Snoring
Snoring is extremely common: 45 percent of American adults snore occasionally, and 25 percent are habitual snorers. While many consider it a mere nuisance, snoring is actually a sleep disorder that can be the sign of a serious medical condition. What Causes Snoring? When you sleep, your tongue, throat muscles and soft palate relax. If…