This article was written by our nurse Alex Matkevich RN. What a common nursing note. Particularly after throat surgery, patients often do not feel like eating or drinking much. So why do nurses encourage their patients to drink fluids after surgery? Here is why is preventing dehydration after surgery important. Encourage fluids Our bodies are […]
The Tonsils
The tonsils are lymphatic tissue in the back of the throat above and below the tongue. The tonsils are relatively small in the first year of a baby’s life and increase in size as a child grows older. They are usually at their largest between the ages of four and seven years. As part of […]
Tonsillitis and Rheumatic Fever
About Tonsillitis and Rheumatic Fever Rheumatic fever is a disease that can occur following bacterial infection with Group A Streptococcus. Predisposing infections also include strep throat tonsillitis and skin infections, such as impetigo (caused by Streptococcus pyogenes). Overall, rheumatic fever is rare in Australia; however, the rate of rheumatic fever amongst Indigenous Australians is much […]
What Causes a Blocked Middle Ear?
Causes of a blocked middle ear The middle ear is located just behind the eardrum and is the canal that connects the outer part of your ear to the small organs located in the inner ear. When the middle ear is blocked, is can cause pain and severe discomfort. There are many different things that […]
Parotid Gland
The parotid gland is one of several salivary glands in the human body. This gland is responsible for the bulk of salivary production within the body. Saliva, also known as spit, is a mixture of mucus, digestive enzymes and water. This thick, slightly slimy mixture coats the inside of the mouth, the tongue, the throat […]
Hoarseness
About hoarseness Hoarseness occurs when it is difficult for one to produce sounds whilst attempting to speak. Most people can experience hoarseness when suffering a cold; however, some people may suffer from hoarseness chronically. Chronic hoarseness is an extremely frustrating problem that can interfere with work and social life. Acute hoarseness Acute hoarseness only lasts […]
Child Sleep Apnoea
About child sleep apnoea Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) is a condition where the airways become regularly blocked during sleep, causing a blockage in breathing. Sleep apnoea is a condition more commonly seen in adults, but can also occur in children. Although sleep apnoea is often experienced only mildly in children, it can still have adverse […]
Macquarie University Hospital – Nearby Accommodation
Accomodation near Macquarie University Hospital Travelodge Macquarie – North Ryde 81 Talavera Road, North Ryde NSW 2113 Ph: +61 2 8874 5200 www.travelodge.com.au MGSM Executive Conference Centre 99 Talavera Road Macquarie Park NSW 2113 Ph: + 1800 800 803 www.conferences.mgsm.com.au Medina Executive – North Ryde 2 Busaco Road, North Ryde NSW 2113 Ph: +61 2 9876 7000 […]
Prince of Wales Private Hospital – Nearby Accommodation
Accommodation near Prince of Wales Private Hospital Waldorf Furnished Apartments 34 – 52 Alison Road Randwick NSW 2031 Ph: +61 2 8837 8000 www.waldorf.com.au Perouse Lodge Randwick 6 Perouse Road Randwick NSW 2031 Ph: +61 2 9314 6686 www.sydneylodges.com Randwick Lodge Randwick 211 Avoca Street Randwick NSW 2031 Ph: +61 2 9310 0700 www.sydneylodges.com Avonmore […]
Childhood Ear Infections
One of the most commonly experienced childhood issues are ear infections. Ear infections are likely to happen at least once for any child, but can become serious when frequently experienced. Causes of ear infections Ear infections are caused by bacteria or viruses inflaming the ear. Specifically, they are caused by germs infecting and thriving in […]
Otitis Externa
About otitis externa Otitis externa is a painful condition that is common in swimmers and is often called “Swimmer’s ear”. Otitis externa is caused by bacterial or fungal infection of the ear canal, as a result, the canal becomes red, hot and swollen, and this inflammation is what causes the pain. The ear canal is […]
