If your child has severe to profound hearing loss and gets limited or no benefit from hearing aids, it may be the right time to consider a cochlear implant. Our skilled physicians at Pediatric ENT Associates (PENTA) at Children’s of Alabama in Birmingham, AL have the training and experience necessary to diagnose and treat your child’s medical Continue Reading »
Hearing loss poses a challenge for growing children, but it does not have to prevent your child from reaching the same milestones as other children their age. Hearing problems can be overcome if they’re caught and addressed early. A thorough assessment and evaluation by an otolaryngologist can determine which treatment path is best for your Continue Reading »
While we miss everyone during social distancing, we are enjoying these fall months and the weather they brought. While the COVID-19 pandemic is unpredictable, we are confident that our office will be able to provide the same level of care and service that our patients are accustomed to. We have been monitoring the situation closely Continue Reading »
Pediatric ear, nose, and throat disorders are one of the top reasons children visit a physician, according to the American Academy of Otolaryngology. In Birmingham, AL, common nasal conditions in children include frequent nosebleeds or a deviated septum that may require prompt diagnosis and treatment. As parents or caregivers, it is necessary to be educated Continue Reading »
Deviated septum and epistaxis (nosebleeds) are two common nasal conditions that children may encounter at some point in their lives. When your child’s septum is deviated, nasal passages can be drier, which can cause more frequent nosebleeds. Although rare, nosebleeds can become chronic or have an underlying cause. For these conditions, it is important to Continue Reading »
While the COVID-19 pandemic is unpredictable, we are confident that our practice will be able to provide the same level of care and service that our patients are accustomed to. We have been monitoring the situation closely and have been establishing additional sanitation procedures as needed to ensure the safety of our staff and patients. Continue Reading »
Often referred to as a “more powerful hearing aid” or “bionic ear,” cochlear implants have given those with severe hearing loss the gift of a renewed sense of sound. While not everybody is a candidate for the procedure, it has certainly provided a breakthrough in medicine, especially for those who have benefitted from gaining their Continue Reading »
According to the NIH, five out of every six kids have at least one ear infection by their fifth birthday. Ear infections are so common in children and babies that they account for more visits to the pediatrician than any other single ailment. Doctors refer to ear infections as “otitis media,” which means an infection Continue Reading »
Did you know there’s a medical term for a nosebleed? It’s called epistaxis and can occur spontaneously in the front part of the nose close to the nostrils –the part closest to the location of blood vessels which can be damaged easily. And yes, nosebleeds can be common in children and can typically be handled Continue Reading »
If your child’s sinuses are healthy, they are normally filled with air. But allergies or a bad cold can cause them to become full of mucus which can allow bacteria to grow, resulting in a sinus infection. Sinus infections, however, shouldn’t happen often. If your child seems to be frequently suffering from painful swelling of Continue Reading »
