Epistaxis is another term for a nosebleed. Most nosebleeds are not serious, but can be an inconvenience. This is because the lining of the nose has lots of tiny blood vessels which are necessary to help humidify the air we breathe. Nosebleeds can affect everyone, but they are far more common in children than adults. […]
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What Are the Causes of Glue Ear?
Glue ear is a common condition that affects children and adults alike. It is directly related to the middle ear. Your ear has three main parts: the outer, middle and inner portions. The middle ear is a canal that is located behind the eardrum. Normally, that canal is filled with air and helps to equalise […]
Mastoiditis
About mastoiditis The mastoid process is a sponge-like bone behind the ear. The outer part of the mastoid process is comprised of dense bone and the inner part is filled with tiny interconnecting air sacs. Several neck muscles attach to the mastoid process, including the sternocleidomastoid. The mastoid process and the middle ear communicate with […]
Grommets and water precautions. Are water precautions necessary after tympanostomy tube placement?
By Gabriel J. Tsao MD and Richard L. Goode MD, from The Laryngoscope Triological Society Best Practice Tympanostomy tube insertion is one of the most commonly performed pediatric procedures in the United States. In an effort to reduce the incidence of postoperative otorrhea, many surgeons have traditionally recommended strict avoidance of water exposure to the […]
About Taking Your Child to Hospital
It was not very long ago that you brought your child home from the hospital for the first time. Going to hospital for an operation is scary, for both the kids and the parents. The whole experience can be an overwhelming experience for some people. As a parent, you might not have had surgery yourself […]
Treating Chronic Ear Infections in Young Children
Infants, toddlers, and young children are much more susceptible to ear infections than older children and adults. This is primarily due to the Eustachian tubes in younger children being more horizontal and narrow in shape. As such, the middle ear is more likely to trap fluid, which can incubate bacteria and lead to infection. Most […]
