Pediatric ENT

Why does my child experience frequent ear infections? Ear infections occur when there is a blockage in or around the Eustachian tube (ET), which causes fluid to build up in the middle ear and become infected. Children are prone to ear infections due to the size and shape of the Eustachian tube (which is still…

Each year nearly 1 million children will undergo a routine procedure to place ear tubes for their persistent ear infections. That equates to roughly 7% of children in the US having tubes inserted before the age of 3. Most commonly, these are performed in the operating room setting and always involve the use of general…

Allergy and sinus conditions are common in children, whose sinuses continue to develop well into the teen years. Allergy and sinus symptoms are similar, making a proper diagnosis a bit challenging. An ENT specialist can recommend diagnostic testing to help pinpoint the cause of what is ailing your child. Allergy Causes When allergies are to…

What Causes Ear Infections? Ear infections occur when fluid fills the space between the eardrum and the inner ear. This happens when the Eustachian tube becomes blocked thanks to a virus, bacterium, or even enlarged adenoid tissue, preventing mucus and pus from draining out of the middle ear. These fluids put pressure on the eardrum,…

Snoring is a common problem that affects not only adults, but children, as well. It is estimated that 10 percent of children snore regularly. For many this isn’t an issue, but two to four percent of children have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a potentially dangerous condition that causes problematic daytime symptoms and can lead to…

Tonsil infections are a common childhood malady, bringing pain and discomfort to many children. The result of inflamed tonsils, the condition­—known as tonsillitis—is most often caused by a viral or bacterial infection. What Causes Tonsil Infections? The tonsils are a pair of oval-shaped tissues in the back of the throat. They protect the body from…

A number of masses may develop in your child’s head or neck; these masses may also be called growths, tumors, lumps or bumps. While some head and neck masses are cancerous, many are not. It is important to see a physician if any abnormal bump or lump persists for more than two weeks. If a…

The pulsed dye laser is a technology for removing warts from the skin. The procedure is regarded as superior to other methods of removing stubborn warts, as it requires no incision, treats the wart without leaving an open would and does not damage the surrounding skin.  It is relatively painless and would typically only require…