Allergic Rhinitis Rhinitis is a reaction that occurs in the nose when airborne irritants (allergens) trigger the release of histamine.
Branchial Cleft Abnormalities A branchial cleft abnormality is a mass of abnormally formed tissues within the neck. These tissues may form pockets called cysts that contain fluid, or they may form passages that drain to an opening in the skin surface called fistulas.
Common Childhood External Ear Problems Many different external ear problems require clinical care by a physician or other health care professional. Listed in the directory below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview.
Common Childhood Nose and Throat Illnesses Many nose and throat illnesses are common in children and require clinical care by a physician or other health care professional. Listed in the directory below are some of these conditions, for which we have provided a brief overview.
Congenital Laryngeal Stridor/ Laryngomalacia Congenital laryngeal stridor (also called laryngomalacia) results from a congenital (present at birth) anomaly of the larynx (voice box). A weakness in the structures in the larynx, can cause stridor. Stridor is a high-pitched sound that is heard best when the child breaths in (inspiration).
Congenital Muscular Torticollis Congenital muscular torticollis is a condition in which an infant's neck muscle is shortened causing the neck to twist.
Dermoid Cyst A dermoid cyst is a pocket or cavity under the skin that contains tissues normally present in the outer layers of the skin.
Pediatric Deviated Septum The nasal septum is made of cartilage, and divides the nose into two separate chambers.
Ear Disorders Many different ear problems require clinical care by a physician or other health care professional. Listed in the directory below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview.
Ear Malformations Learn more about the causes, symptoms and treatments for ear malformation and other birth defects of the ear.