John VorhausChildren experience sinusitis, ear infections, and other ear, nose, and throat (ENT) conditions at higher rates and usually need more care than adults. At Oasis Ear, Nose, and Throat, the team of highly-qualified specialists in pediatric ENT in Surprise, Arizona, provide children-friendly diagnostic and treatment services for ENT conditions. To schedule an appointment, call their office or fill their online appointment form.
What Is Pediatric ENT?
Pediatric ear, nose, and throat (ENT) is a specialty that focuses on head and neck care for individuals below 18 years of age. The team of specialists at Oasis Ear, Nose, and Throat is experienced in offering kid-friendly care, including diagnosing and treating conditions that affect the airways and nasal passages.
Mostly, pediatric ENT involves nonsurgical treatments that consider your child’s comfort. However, where necessary, the team at Oasis Ear, Nose, and Throat also provides surgical treatments. They treat both chronic and acute head and neck problems that commonly happen in kids. All their services consider your kid’s comfort during treatment to ensure the most effective care.
ENT Conditions Common in Children
Pediatric ENT includes several conditions that affect kids’ ears, noses, and throats. If your child is experiencing persistent throat soreness, coughing, or breathing problems, you should consult a specialized pediatric ENT provider. At Oasis Ear, Nose, and Throat, the specialized team of providers frequently diagnose and treat these problems in kids:
- Cleft palate or cleft lip
- Facial injuries
- Nose bleeding
- Disturbed breathing during sleep
- Hearing problems
- Ear infections
- Tonsillitis
- Tongue-tie
- Nasal deformities
- Sore throat
- Allergies
- Asthma
- Sinus infections
- Breathing problems
The providers work with you and your child to diagnose their symptoms and understand their underlying causes. They can perform diagnostic blood tests or imaging tests to collect info about the condition your child is having and create an effective treatment plan. They can use specially designed equipment to enhance your child’s comfort during diagnosis and treatment.
What Treatments Are Available for Pediatric ENT Problems?
Providers at Oasis Ear, Nose, and Throat create a customized treatment plan that is appropriate for the condition and age of your child. Your child’s personalized ENT treatment plan can include:
- Medications
Medications are usually a crucial part of pediatric ENT treatment. The team at Oasis Ear, Nose, and Throat will teach you how to administer drugs as required according to prescriptions.
- Nonsurgical in-office treatments
Surgical treatments might not be required with in-office nonsurgical treatments. For instance, your kid’s provider might remove foreign material from your child’s throat, ear, or nose. They also offer treatments such as nasal implants that can enhance your kid’s breathing.
- Surgery
Surgery is not usually the first option, but sometimes it is required. The providers at Oasis Ear, Nose, and Throat provide minimally invasive sinus surgeries, tonsillectomy, and other minimally invasive surgeries in their office.
- Homecare
The team at Oasis Ear, Nose, and Throat can make recommendations according to your kid’s symptoms. For care that is beyond the constraints of the office, your child’s provider can recommend using humidifiers, resting, or other treatments to enhance the wellbeing of your child.
If your child is experiencing ear, nose, or throat issues or other head and neck symptoms, contact Oasis Ear, Nose, and Throat to schedule a consultation by calling 623-234-4640 or filling out their online appointment form.