The main symptoms of adenoiditis are nasal stuffiness and nasal discharge. In this respect, adenoiditis is not really distinguishable from the common cold. In children who develop a common cold, the adenoids become inflamed as part of the illness. If nasal stuffiness and discharge persist for longer than about 10 days-especially if the discharge has a greenish, […]
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Here are some frequently asked questions related to tonsillitis and tonsillectomy: Q: Years ago, children’s tonsils were removed often. Why is it different today? A: At one time doctors believed that tonsils had no real purpose and routinely removed them to avoid tonsillitis. Today, tonsils and adenoids are seen as perhaps the “first line of defense” against disease-causing germs that
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Here is a summary of the important facts and information related to tonsillitis and tonsillectomy: Tonsillitis is an infection of the tonsils that can be caused either by a virus or by bacteria. Sore throat, pain while swallowing, fever, and difficulty speaking are common symptoms of tonsillitis. Penicillin is the best antibiotic for treating tonsillitis, unless your
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Here are definitions of medical terms related to tonsillitis and tonsillectomy: Abscess: A collection of pus that requires surgical drainage. Adenoidectomy: Surgical removal of the adenoids. Adenoiditis: An infection of the adenoids. Adenoids: Gland-like lymphoid tissue at the back of the throat behind the nose that may help protect against infection. Antibodies: Proteins made in the body that fight infection
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Although tinnitus often can not be “cured,” the following general measures may be helpful in alleviating or improving symptoms: Avoid nervous anxiety or stress, as these stimulate an already “sensitive” hearing system. Obtain adequate rest and avoid fatigue. Avoid the use of stimulants to the nervous system, including coffee (caffeine), alcohol, and smoking (nicotine). Sleep
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Here are some reliable sources that can provide more information on tonsillitis and tonsillectomy: The American Academy of Family Physicians http://familydoctor.org/ American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery Phone: (703) 836-4444 http://www.entnet.org U.S. National Library of Medicine http://www.nlm.nih.gov/
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At the present time, there are many ongoing research studies. These investigations will inevitably lead to a better understanding of this condition as well as provide new treatment possibilities and relief. Electrical suppression techniques hold substantial promise for the relief of tinnitus. During this procedure, electrical current is delivered to the middle ear via special electrodes.
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Here are some frequently asked questions related to Tinnitus: Is there a belief that, because tinnitus is “all in the head,” it is not a real problem? Unfortunately, some physicians may mistakenly believe this to be the case. When tests measuring loudness indicate tinnitus in the decibel range of “only” 4 to 7 dB, some healthcare professionals
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Here is a summary of the important facts and information related to Tinnitus: Tinnitus is noise that originates within the ear rather than from the outside environment. This may affect one or both ears. Tinnitus is a relatively common condition. Tinnitus is not likely to worsen, even if associated hearing loss increases. Tinnitus usually decreases
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Here are definitions of medical terms related to Tinnitus: Aneurysm: Widening of an artery Auricle: The part of thr ear that we see Cochlea: An organ in the inner ear that transforms sound vibrations in the inner ear into nerve impulses for transmission to the brain. Cochlear implant: A device used for treating severe deafness that consists of one
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Here are some reliable sources that can provide more information on Tinnitus: American Tinnitus Association http://www.ata.org/ The Marsona Corporation P.O. Box 3098 Wilmington, Nicole 28406-0098 markets a sound generator called the TSC-300, which produces a rain sound capable of making high-pitched tinnitus for some people. The same unit produces a waterfall sound, which may be
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Tonsillitis is an infection of the tonsils. It is caused by either a virus or a bacteria (usually the bacterium known as streptococcus – the same bacterium that causes “strep throat”). Tonsillitis mostly occurs in young children. What Are Tonsils? What are Adenoids? The tonsils are a pair of small almond-shaped organs located of the mouth on both sides of
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