Unfortunately, you cannot just push a button on your son or daughter and get a read-out as to what is wrong with them. You can go to the doctor and get a diagnosis for symptoms, viruses, and bacterial infections, but when do you really know when it is time to have your child’s tonsils taken […]
Archives for February 2014
The Throat
About The Throat We have all suffered the annoyance of having a sore throat at some point in our lives. The throat is an important part of our anatomy and is closely related to other clinically important structures. The throat is a muscular tube which is integral for both the respiratory and the digestive systems. […]
Children’s Hearing and Language Skills
Every child is different. Some children will develop speech first, whilst others will begin crawling and walking first. However, there are a few milestones in your child’s early life that can indicate normal development and health. Pay attention to these. If you notice any abnormalities, this may be due to illness or hearing loss, both […]
The difference between a cold and sinusitis
How to tell the difference between a cold and sinusitis It begins. Your child comes home from school with a stuffy nose. They cannot breathe very well and they are feeling miserable. Is it a cold? Is it the flu? Is it sinusitis- and if so- is it viral or bacterial? What should you do? Well, […]
What to eat after a tonsillectomy
Tips from a dietitian about what to eat after a tonsillectomy The pain associated with tonsillitis or tonsillectomies can make eating food very daunting for children. Yet it is important to have optimal nutrition during this time, especially during recovery from surgery. Whilst offering your child ice cream is better than them not eating at […]
