Ear Nose & Throat Problems
Ear nose & throat problems are common in toddlers. We call the ear nose & throat region, the upper respiratory tract and so you will sometimes see the same problems listed under upper respiratory tract problems.
You know the problems I'm referring to. You've had the sleepless nights. The baby with the snotty blocked nose, the toddler with the ear ache, the child with the sore throat. Or is your toddler the one with fluid in the ear (glue ear)?
Most of the time, you just have to soldier through these very trying childhood ailments. We can't prevent many of them, but I can give you a strategy to deal with them as they occur.
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The Ear Nose & Throat problems section includes the answers to common questions about: Upper Respiratory Tract Infections - which includes information on the common cold and why some toddlers seem to have a constantly snotty nose. Ear Infections (Acute Otitis Media) - the second most common upper respiratory tract infection after the common cold, and a common cause of poor sleep. Otitis Media with Effusion (Fluid in the Ear, Glue Ear) - a common consequence of ear infections. Fluid in the ear (glue ear) does impair your child's hearing. Get up to date information on what, if any, treatment is necessary. Tonsillitis - this upper respiratory tract infection is often caused by bacteria and so may require antibiotics. Bleeding nose (Epistaxis) - this is a nuisance. You may be surprised at what the most common treatment is. Enlarged Neck Glands (Lymphadenopathy) - a common cause of concern for parents. Find out when you can relax and when you need to act.
Sun (Photic) Sneezing
- if your baby or toddler sneezes everytime you go out into the sunshine, you don't need to be concerned. Read more...
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