What Is Sinusitis? Sinusitis or sinus infection is a painful condition which can disrupt our daily life. For some, a sinus infection is a temporary problem which will resolve itself after a week or so. However, for others it is a chronic issue with a multitude of symptoms. The sinuses are air-filled spaces within the […]
Origins of Nasal Septoplasty
About Nasal Septoplasty By Ashleigh Elkins Septoplasty is a surgical procedure that aims to straighten the nasal septum. The nasal septum is a structure made of cartilage and bone that divides the nose into left and right halves. It is the third most common procedure performed by an ear, nose and throat surgeon (1). A […]
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 […]
Understanding Stridor in Children
If you have ever heard a high-pitched wheezing sound when your child breathes in, you have heard stridor. This condition is the result of your child’s airways being blocked or obstructed in some way. Your child’s airways are made up of several structures including: Nasal cavity Nose Mouth Sinuses Larynx Trachea Bronchial tree When your […]
Nasendoscopy
by Ashleigh Elkins Definition – about nasendoscopy Nasendoscopy is a minor procedure that is usually performed in the clinic setting to assess the structures of the nose and throat. It involves using a small camera which is passed through the nostril. The camera is a flexible tube, endoscope, that can be manoeuvred to help obtain […]
How to Tell When Your Child Needs a Tonsillectomy
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 […]
Sleep Apnea
A Look at Sleep Apnea Sleep apnea is very common. In fact, some people have sleep apnea and don’t even realize it. If you feel tired a lot during the daytime despite getting eight hours of sleep per night, you should definitely talk to a doctor. What happens when you have sleep apnea is that […]
Sleep Apnea Tied to Increased Cancer Risk
Sleep apnoea cancer risk New York Times, By Anahad O’Connor Two new studies have found that people with sleep apnea, a common disorder that causes snoring, fatigue and dangerous pauses in breathing at night, have a higher risk of cancer. The new research marks the first time that sleep apnea has been linked to cancer […]
When Sinus Problems Won’t Go Away
Chronic sinus problems New York Times, By Ingfei Chen The humble sinuses, those hollow cavities hidden in the bones around the nose, usually draw little appreciation. But nothing makes one yearn for clear sinuses like sinusitis, a condition that can make the head feel as if it were filled with cement and can render every […]
The Claim: Humming Can Ease Sinus Problems
Humming and sinus problems New York Times, By Anahad O’Connor Dealing with a cold is bad enough, but when it leads to a sinus infection, the misery can double. Some researchers have proposed a surprising remedy: channeling your inner Sinatra. Sinus infections — which afflict more than 37 million Americans every year — generally occur […]
Overview of Nasal Septoplasty for Correcting a Deviated Septum
Nasal Septoplasty for Correcting a Deviated Septum The two nasal passages in your nose are separated by the nasal septum. This thin wall made of cartilage is ideally located almost equally between your two nostrils. However, some people have a deviated septum that they were either born with or developed somewhere along the way. While a slightly […]
