Sometimes the littlest ears, noses and throats can develop some big problems. At ENT & Allergy Associates, our top priority is providing swift and efficient care for children's ear, nose, throat, allergy, and audiology needs.
We understand that dealing with ear infections, nasal congestion, sore throat, allergies, and snoring can be a stressful and uncomfortable experience for both you and your child. That's why we offer same or next day appointments, so you don't have to wait long to get the care your child needs.
7 key things听to听be aware of regarding your child's health:
Ear Pain:听
Earaches in children are common.听They can be caused by fluid behind the eardrum, an infection in the middle part of the ear, or an infection in the ear canal (also known as swimmer's ear). Kids under 5 years old are at a higher risk for ear infections, especially after upper respiratory infections (like a cold).听To听learn more about causes听and听treatments,听ear pain in children
Food Allergies:
Young kids with food allergies can stay safe at听school, but it takes organization, preparation, and education. For tips on keeping your child safe during the听school听year,听and all year long,听child food allergy safety tipse.
Asthma:听
Asthma affects 1听in听12 children. Asthma accounts for missed听school听days and can be life threatening if not controlled. For important听information regarding asthma triggers and management,听child asthma management
Snoring:听
Snoring in children is common but not normal as it may be a sign of sleep apnea.听Unlike in adults, the tonsils and/or the adenoids are usually the source of snoring.听While some children “grow out of” the problem, others may need their tonsils and/or adenoids removed to solve it.听Learn more.
Nosebleeds:听
Nosebleeds听are common听in听children听because delicate, small blood vessels line the nose and can easily break.听To听learn more about nosebleed triggers, tips, and management,听nosebleed causes.
Nasal Trauma:听
The anatomy and location of the nose causes it听to听be easily exposed听to听trauma.听In听fact, everyday听play and sports account for most听incidents of nasal听injuries听in听children. For nasal trauma tips and management,听nasal trauma information
Winter Allergies:听
Pollen听allergies听are most prevalent in the spring and fall but let’s not forget many can be allergic to indoor allergens such as molds, pet dander, and dust mites. To learn about how dust mites, indoor mold, and our furry friends may cause听allergy symptoms in the听winter听months,听winter allergy triggers.
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