Here we cover sensible and safe options for relieving pain after your child has had an adenoidectomy:VocabularyMotrin = Advil = ibuprofenTylenol = acetaminophenLortab = acetaminophen with hydrocodone (a narcotic pain medicine)IbuprofenIbuprofen is to be given every 6 hours for the first 5 days.This includes waking your child up at night for a dose of ibuprofen.LortabLortab …
In this section we cover: Salivary Gland Infections Juvenile Parotitis Mucocele Ranula Salivary Gland Stones Salivary Gland Mass Salivary Gland Infections Salivary glands infections are common in children and are caused by bacteria or viral infections of either the parotid, submandibular, or less commonly the sublingual glands. Parotid Glands – These are the two largest …
In this section we cover: Enlarged Lymph Node Atypical Tuberculosis (TB) Infection Branchial Cleft Cyst Thyroglossal Duct Cyst Dermoid Cyst Fibromatosis Coli Lymphatic Malformation Hemangioma Thyroid Gland Mass A neck mass is any sort of swelling or mass that occurs in the neck or face. Neck masses can occur at any age and may be …
Here we discuss a number of common conditions related to voice:HoarsenessVoice Problems (Dysphonia)PhonotraumaVelopharyngeal Insufficiency (VPI) / Nasal EmissionsVocal Cord DysfunctionVocal Cord Paralysis (VCP)Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis (RRP) ENT for Children may recommend a voice evaluation, speech therapy or other treatments for children or adolescents who suffer from voice and airway problems.  ur voice is something that …
On this page we cover:TonsillectomyAdenoidectomySleep Study TonsillectomyTonsillectomy is the surgical removal of a child’s tonsils. ENT for Children may recommend the procedure if your child suffers from frequent tonsil infections, or has sleep apnea. The tonsils are two pads of tissue that are located in the outside portion of your child’s throat.Tonsillectomy is typically done as …
On this page we cover: Nasal Endoscopy Epistaxis Inferior Turbinate Reduction Septoplasty Nasal Fracture Choanal Atresia Repair Nasal Endoscopy 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 …