Category: Nose
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Eosinophilia
Eosinophils are white blood cells. Eosinophils are produced in the bone marrow and are normally found in the bloodstream and the gut lining. They contain proteins that help the body to fight infection from parasitic organisms, such as worms. What is eosinophilia? The term eosinophilia refers to conditions in which abnormally high amounts of eosinophils…
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Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy for obstructive sleep apnea and snoring
When children have a cold or a throat infection the tonsils can become infected and swell up, causing symptoms such as a sore throat, headache and fever. This is called tonsillitis. They can also block the airways, making it difficult for your child to breathe, especially when asleep. This can cause sleep problems such as…
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NASAL POLYPS
Nasal polyps are swelling of the lining of the nose, which is usually due to allergic inflammation of the lining of the nose. Nasal polyps come from the lining of the nose and often originate from the ethmoid sinuses, which drain into the side wall of the nasal cavity. Nasal polyps contain inflammatory fluid and,…