The adenoids are a tissue similar to tonsils that are in the back of the nose. Certain problems with the nose, ear, and breathing can be improved by removing this tissue. What to expect after surgery:Pain in the throat, neck, and referred pain in the ears are common. This discomfort usually lasts for four to five days, but …
Vocabulary Motrin = Advil = ibuprofen Tylenol = acetaminophen Roxicodone = liquid narcotic pain medication that does not contain acetaminophen Hycet = acetaminophen with hydrocodone (a narcotic pain medicine) Recommend Pain Medication Schedule: During the first 5 days you child should consistently alternate ibuprofen and acetaminophen. Give acetaminophen – wait 3 hours – Give ibuprofen …
 VocabularyMotrin = Advil = ibuprofenTylenol = acetaminophenLortab = acetaminophen with hydrocodone (a narcotic pain medicine)LortabLortab can be given as often as every 4 hours if needed for pain.Lortab contains acetaminophen. If you give your child plain acetaminophen you must wait at least 4 hours before giving Lortab or there is a risk of overdosing your …
Tympanostomy (ear) tubes are placed in your child’s eardrum to treat recurrent ear infections, fluid behind the eardrum, and abnormal pressure behind the eardrum. They allow air to enter through the eardrum to the middle ear and also allow any fluid to drain from behind the eardrum. Common questions asked after surgery: Will I …
In this section we cover: Office Laryngoscopy Office Videostroboscopy Office Laryngoscopy An office laryngoscopy is a visual examination of the area at the back of your child’s throat or the area where the voice box is located. ENT for Children might recommend a laryngoscopy for a child who exhibits the following symptoms: Breathing problems/noisy breathing …
In this section we cover:Nasal EndoscopyEpistaxisInferior TurbinateSeptoplastyNasal FractureChoanal Atresia Nasal EndoscopyA nasal endoscopy is a common procedure that is done by ENT physicians. This procedure can be done in the office or under anesthesia. Nasal endoscopy may be recommended by your pediatric ENT surgeon to better examine and evaluate the inside of your child’s nose. Common …