Earwax is a vital substance. The skin glands in your ears produce it to repel water and to keep your ear canal free of unwelcome foreign matter. It traps dust, dirt, bacteria, and other outside matter that could otherwise cause major damage to your eardrum. As material gets caught in it, wax builds up just […]
Cervical Lymphadenopathy in Children
Lymphadenopathy is usually caused by an infection that occurs in one or more of the lymph nodes in the neck. This common childhood infection occurs in up to 45% of healthy children, and up to 90% of those aged four to eight years. The initial symptoms are swollen lymph nodes in the neck, which may […]
Treating Childhood Sleep Apnoea and Snoring
We can all admit that when children snore it can be quite cute. However, a child who snores loudly and frequently may have a medical problem that needs to be addressed. This article discusses how to tell whether your little one is snoring due to a sinus infection or tiny airways, or if they have […]
When a child needs ear grommets
Ear infection in children Children get ear infections more frequently than adults do. Popular belief is that this is because children are more exposed to germs and bacteria, or because their immune systems have not built up the same tolerances that adults have. In fact, for the most part, both these beliefs are incorrect. Children […]
Dealing with a Sore Throat in Children
If your child has a sore throat, your first impulse is probably to pack them up and head directly to the ear, nose, and throat (ENT) surgeon. Hold on just a moment, though. A sore throat could be Strep throat, but it could also be a symptom of a cold or sinus infection. Before you […]
Children’s Earaches: What to do
About earaches Earaches typically result from viral or bacterial ear infections, and commonly occur in children between 6 months and 2 years old. At this age, it can be difficult for your child to communicate their problems to you verbally. This is why it is important to be aware of the telltale signs that your […]
Otoplasty Surgery
Deciding to get Otoplasty for Your Child “Kids can be so cruel.” This is a common sentiment we hear when discussing the ways children relate with each other. However, when a child is bullied it can have implications for a very long time, especially when children have a physical characteristic that makes them an easy […]
Why Your Child Might Need Turbinate Reduction Surgery
Did you know that we all essentially have air filters that are built into our noses? There are structures on each side of our noses known as turbinates, which are responsible for filtering, humidifying, warming, and directing the air that we breathe in through our nasal passages. These structures do us a great service, unless […]
Treating Sinusitis in Children
Our sinuses are air-filled cavities located near our nasal passages. Similar to those nasal passages, our sinuses are lined throughout the interior by mucous membranes. There are four distinct types of sinuses. They include: Maxillary sinus – This sinus is felt below the area of the cheeks. This particular sinus is present when they are […]
Activity Planning for After Surgery
By Alexandra Matkevich RN After your child has an operation it is often recommended to take two weeks off childcare or school. Some day procedures allow children to return to everyday activity sooner than two weeks, so it is important to listen to the surgeon’s advice. If you are unsure how long your child will […]
Common Ear Nose and Throat Problems
By Alexandra Matkevich, Registered Nurse There is a saying: common things occur commonly. That is to say that the majority of people are going to experience similar problems, even when it comes to ear, nose and throat complaints. This blog will look at common shared symptoms of ear, nose and throat complaints, as well as […]
