Introduction to the procedure The procedure to remove the tonsils is called a tonsillectomy; excision of the adenoids is an adenoidectomy. Both are usually performed concurrently; hence the procedure is known as a tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy or T&A. T&A is generally an outpatient surgical procedure lasting between 20 and 40 minutes and performed under general …
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 …
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 …
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 …