What Is the Link Between Ear Infections & Hearing Loss in Children?
According to a study published in JAMA Pediatrics, “Acute otitis media is one of the most common illnesses evaluated by pediatricians. About 50% of all children will have at least one ear infection by the time they reach their second birthday.” Another term for acute otitis media is a middle ear infection. The reason these…
Tips for Managing Pediatric Sinus Infections
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Sinus infections are an inflammation of the air-filled spaces behind the forehead, nose and cheeks. Children are particularly susceptible to sinusitis because their sinuses do not fully develop until they reach their teenage years, making them more prone to blockage and inflammation. What Are the Signs of a Sinus Infection? Sinus infections can cause facial…