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Paediatric ENT
Adenoids, tonsils, middle ear and nasal narrowing affect a child's breath, sleep and development. Age-appropriate approach required.
Quick Answer
Paediatric ENT problems most commonly present as enlarged adenoids, recurrent tonsillitis, middle-ear effusion or nasal deformity. Most cases benefit from medical follow-up before surgery.
By the numbers
- Type
- Paediatric mixed
- Duration
- Variable
- Anaesthesia
- General
- Stay
- Mostly same day
- Recovery
- 7-10 days
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ENT problems in childhood can affect growth, speech, sleep and school performance. Plan with the principle of minimum intervention appropriate to age.
Common conditions
- Adenoid hypertrophy
- Recurrent tonsillitis
- Middle-ear effusion
- Childhood snoring
Each case is reviewed together with the family and the child.
Frequently Asked
Must the tonsils always be removed?
No. Considered if there is recurrent infection, sleep apnoea or swallowing difficulty; otherwise follow-up is sufficient.