


Pediatric Foreign Bodies of The Ear and Nose: Symptoms and Removal
Kathleen Rose McDonald, MD
January 12, 2023
Infants and young children can put objects like food, toys, or other small items in their ears or noses, causing hearing or breathing problems. When breathed into the lungs, certain materials can cause infections in kids that may require immediate ...

Recurrent Ear, Throat, and Sinus Infections In Pediatrics: Signs, Causes, and Treatment
Kathleen Rose McDonald, MD
January 10, 2023
Houston Ear, Nose, Throat, and Allergy has ENT physicians at each of our 10 locations throughout the Greater Houston metropolitan area with same-day appointment availability for many conditions, including pediatric recurrent ear, throat, and sinus ...

Nosebleeds (Epistaxis) in Children: Causes, Risk Factors, and How to Stop Them
Nosebleeds are common in children, particularly for ages 3 to 10 years of age. While they can be scary for parents and children alike, they are usually not a cause of serious concern. Nosebleeds affect some children more than others. While some ...

Nasal Congestion and Obstruction in Children: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
For most children, mild congestion is not always a cause for concern. However, persistent congestion or a nasal obstruction can impact daily living and pose a serious risk. In babies, nasal congestion can severely impact the ability to breathe. ...

Hearing Loss and Speech Delay in Children: Causes, Symptoms, and ENT Doctor
Hearing loss and speech delay in children can be a major source of concern for parents. Speech delay can cause frustration for both parents and children, as children may not be able to express themselves as well as their peers. Hearing loss is a ...

Eustachian Tube Dysfunction: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
The ear is made up of multiple sections including the outer, middle, and inner ear. There are small tubes and other different parts that allow adequate pressure levels, reduce fluid buildup, and other key factors to keeping the ears clean and ...

Allergies in Children: Allergic Rhinitis Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment
No parent wants to see their children suffering an illness, but it can be nearly impossible to avoid environmental allergens in regions like Houston. Allergies may occur seasonally or year-round, and are seen more often in children with a family ...

Is a Loss of Sense of Smell and Sinus Infections Related?
Watch the video above as Jing Shen, MD explains Smell Disfunction You probably take your sense of smell for granted, but do you ever wonder what it would be like if you had a loss of sense of smell? A total loss of smell is known as anosmia. When ...

6 Common Symptoms of Chronic Sinusitis To Watch Out For
Sinus infection (sinusitis) is a major health issue. It impacts 31 million individuals in the U.S. alone, with Americans spending over $1 billion on OTC medications each year to treat it. Chronic sinusitis is evaluated and managed in a similar ...