If your child is suffering from sinusitis, this is a very treatable condition with effective medical interventions routinely available. Let’s start by taking a look at what sinusitis is, why it is somewhat different in children than it is in adults and what can be done about it if it proves to be a persistent problem […]
Why Are Adenoids Removed to Treat Ear Infections?
If you have a child who suffers from chronic ear infections, your physician may recommend that the child have their adenoids removed. An adenoidectomy is sometimes performed at the same time as a tonsillectomy or during a procedure in which ear tubes are inserted. Because we cannot see them, most of us are probably not […]
How are sinusitis and a cold different?
When your child gets sick, you definitely want to ensure they feel better as soon as possible. However, before you immediately head for the cold medicine aisle, it’s important that you know that there is a difference between sinusitis and a common cold. Especially since the two can exhibit such similar symptoms. While you should […]
Can you retrain your taste buds?
By Dr Michael Barakate and Dietitian Belinda Elwin If you have a weakness for unhealthy foods, a distaste to vegetables (think Broccoli!), but a desire to eat better, it’s worth knowing that your palate isn’t fixed. In fact your tastebuds are actually trainable – which can be great news for your health. How do we experience taste and what role […]
Throat Problems in Children
When your child develops a sore throat, you may not be sure how serious the condition is and whether or not it is due to something common or it is something more serious, such as strep or tonsillitis. One of the most common reasons why a child may develop a sore throat would be a […]
Natural Therapies for Sinusitis
By Alexandra Matkevich RN Complementary and alternative medicine offers treatments for a variety of ailments, and otolaryngological conditions are not exempt. Sinusitis is a common complaint with many causes including allergy, acute infection, chronic illness, trauma, lifestyle factors and more. The open-forum nature of the internet has opened up a whole library of natural remedy […]
Plastic Surgery for the Ears
Deciding to have cosmetic surgery done on the ears is a big step and can usually solve a host of problems that come with misshapen or protruding ears. Children dealing with these problems can often be the targets of bullies, while adults may stand out amongst their peers and draw unwanted attention. Therefore, if you […]
What To Bring To Your Child’s First Appointment
Taking your child to an ENT specialist for the first time can be stressful. Not only are you concerned about the health and wellbeing of your child, this might be the first time that your child has seen a specialist. An ENT specialist may perform minimally invasive investigations such as looking in the ears, nose […]
Tonsillectomy in Children
Tonsillectomy is a commonly performed surgery for children. This procedure may be recommended for children who have recurrent cases of tonsillitis. Tonsillectomy is often needed for children who have recurrent Strep throat, obstructive sleep apnoea, or other complications of tonsillitis such as rheumatic fever. A tonsillectomy can relieve a great deal of discomfort and has other benefits as […]
Children’s Books About Surgery
By Alexandra Matkevich, Registered Nurse Children learn a lot through play, and reading books together can help your child feel more comfortable about going to hospital for surgery for the first time. I have put together a list of books that are suitable to read together. Many of these books about surgery are available online […]
Quinsy Throat Infection
What is Quinsy? Quinsy is also known as a peritonsillar abscess, which is a collection of pus that forms between the tonsil and the wall of the throat. It is caused primarily by infection with streptococcus bacteria. Quinsy is often a complication of untreated tonsillitis and is a common and painful condition. However, with the […]