Unexplained Coughing and Sinusitis
Question: Can sinusitis cause a chronic cough? My 9-year-old daughter has been coughing for the past several weeks, especially at night. She is normally very healthy but recently recovered…
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…
Vocal Nodules: Diagnosis
How can I tell if I have developed vocal nodules? Question: I am an aspiring singer and have been struggling with my voice lately. I have noticed that I have…
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…
Basal Cell Carcinoma- Detection and Treatment
Hugh Jackman, the star of X-men and Wolverine, recently confirmed he underwent treatment for basal cell carcinoma. The actor stated he finally had a spot on his nose evaluated…
Zac Efron’s Jaw Fractured: Does the Fractured Jaw Need to be Wired?
It was reported that actor Zac Efron fractured his jaw in a fall, requiring surgical repair. In order to help the fracture heal, surgeons deemed it necessary to wire…
Figure 1: Illustration depicting normal vocal cords (right) and vocal cord nodules (left).
Vocal Strain – Muscle Tension Dysphonia
When a professional voice user complains of vocal symptoms, they may be suffering from “strain” or “muscle tension dysphonia.” This is not a specific diagnosis; rather, it refers to…
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…
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