Common ENT Problems Are Treatable and Curable

There are a number of ear, nose and throat conditions that can cause problems in children ranging from sleep disorders to speech problems. The good news is that there are treatments for most of these conditions, and children will outgrow some of them. One of the most common otolaryngological conditions afflicting children is ear infections. It’s estimated that 83% of children have at least one ear infection by the age of 3, and nearly one in three have had at least three. Ear infections usually are fairly minor and can be cured with antibiotics, but chronic ear problems also can …

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A Parent’s Guide to Understanding Cleft Lip and Palate

One of the things that many parents fear when they learn that they are going to have a child is the prospect of birth defects and that something could potentially be wrong with their baby. One of the most common ENT problems at birth — that is ear, nose, and throat problems — is cleft lip or palate. Here are a few key facts to help parents understand how often it occurs, what causes it, and how it’s treated. 1. How often does it occur? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there are about 2,650 babies …

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