How to Treat a Young Child’s Cough
Question: Doctor my 1 year old daughter has a cough that is keeping her up at night. I went to the store to try to find her something to…
Many Parents are Unaware That Their Children Are at Risk for Noise Induced Hearing Loss
A recently published study has demonstrated that most parents do not think that their child is at risk for hearing loss from noise exposure. As a result of this…
Is it a Cold or an Ear Infection?
Question: My child is diagnosed with an ear infection every time that I bring her to the pediatrician for a cough or cold. This has happened repeatedly and each…
My Child Speaks Less than His Friends – Children and Speech Delay
How do I know if my child is speech delayed? Question: I have been a little concerned about my 2 year old son’s speech development. His friends that are…
Noise Trauma and Hearing loss in Teens
Question: My teenage daughter is constantly listening to music using headphones. Sometimes it is loud enough that I can even hear the music if I am standing close to her. …
Children and Sinusitis
My child has a runny nose, congestion and cough. How do I know if he has sinusitis or just has a cold? My child is 3 years old and…
Salivary Gland Infections in Children – Sialadenitis
How do you treat a salivary gland infection in a child? Question: My daughter has a painful, swollen red cheek and a mild temperature. She doesn’t want to eat because…
Salivary Gland Problems in Children – Pediatric Sialendoscopy
How do you treat salivary gland infections in children? Question: My son has a painful, swollen red cheek. This has happened twice before and antibiotics have helped but I don’t…