Kids Health
(Pediatric Otolaryngology)
Children face many of the same health problems that adults do, however their symptoms may show themselves differently. Treatment methods that work well in adults, may not be appropriate for children. When a child is suffering from diseases of the ear, nose, and throat, many aspects of the child’s well-being and development can be adversely affected.
Sore throats, ear infections, and sinusitis are three of the most common reasons for sick-child visits to a pediatrician. When these problems become recurrent or more severe, it may be time to seek assistance from an Otolaryngologist (an Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) specialist).
Dr. Jaquish and Dr. Dunlevy, Board-Certified Otolaryngologists, have extensive experience diagnosing and treating infants and children for a broad range of ear, nose and throat problems. Our surgeons provide exceptional care in a kid-friendly environment, with the added benefit of being close to your home.
Here is a partial list of common pediatric ENT, head, and neck ailments. Please do not hesitate to call if you do not see your child’s problem listed.
Ears / Hearing
- Recurring Ear Infections
- Chronic Middle Ear Fluid & Hearing Loss
- Swimmer’s Ear
- Hearing Evaluations for Children
- Removal of Foreign Body in the Ear
- Ear Tubes
- Lesions or Trauma to the Ear
- Corrective Cosmetic Ear Surgery (“dumbo ears”) Otoplasty
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Nose
- Chronic Sinus Infections
- Chronic Runny Nose
- Nose Bleeds
- Stuffy Nose or Nasal Airway Obstruction
- Enlarged Adenoids
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Throat & Mouth
- Recurrent Tonsillitis
- Hoarseness
- Tongue Tied
- Swallowing Problems
- Mouth Breathing / Snoring / Sleep Apnea
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Neck
- Neck Masses / Cysts
- Abnormal Lymph Nodes
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Allergies
- Medical therapy for Seasonal and Perennial Allergies
- Allergy Testing
- Major Pollens, Pet Dander, Dust, Molds, Grasses, Trees
- Immunotherapy (allergy shots)
- Convenient hours, 5 days a week
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