Diagnosing food allergies can be a tricky thing to do! When your immune system overreacts to a special protein found in a food, you have a food allergy. Sometimes symptoms occur simply by touching, breathing or eating a tiny amount of the food. My previous post discussed how the immune system makes immunoglobulins as a response to […]
False food allergy beliefs are extremely common. The word allergy refers to a specific reaction of the immune system and medical treatments are directed toward blocking this reaction. False food allergy beliefs drive many people to over treat and aggressively manage symptoms. This over-treatment occurs out of fear that a progressive food allergy reaction may happen. Food intolerances may mimic […]
Ear infections represent one of the most common reasons children are seen by doctors. Nearly 75% of children under the age of 7 will have at least one ear infection, but most children outgrow ear infections as their immune systems and eustachian tubes mature. Still, many children continue to have recurrent and chronic ear infections. My […]
Ear tubes provide an important treatment option for chronic ear infections. Many parents voice ear tube questions which are important to have addressed prior to surgery. I have discussed important facts about ear infections that parents should know, and also indications to have ear tubes inserted. As a Pediatric Ear Nose and Throat (ENT) surgeon, with […]
Ear infections are common childhood illnesses. Most children outgrow the infections after medical management, but some children need ear tubes to relieve the recurrent infections. Numerous ear tube myths exist which cause additional concern for parents. I have previously discussed how ear tubes may be useful to treat chronic ear infections. As a pediatric Ear Nose […]
Ear infection complications can happen when the infections become severe or recurrent. I already discussed common myths about ear infections, and shared ear infection facts that I believe parents should know. Ear infection complications can be divided into the common and the uncommon types. Common ear infection complications include temporary hearing loss, speech delay, dizziness, […]