Category: Snoring
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Septoplasty in Children:Pre Op Considerations
Septoplasty in the pre pubertal age group is a controversial operation because of concerns regarding retardation of subsequent mid facial growth.Septoplasty is the preferred surgical treatment to correct a deviated septum. This procedure is not generally performed on minors, because the cartilaginous septum grows until around age 15 or puberty. Septal deviations commonly occur due…
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Sleepy drowsy driving can kill you
Traffic Accidents in Snoring And Sleep apnea Patients Drowsy and sleepy driving can be almost as dangerous as drunk driving. Snoring and daytime sleepiness should be further investigated as contributory factors to road traffic accidents. Sleep apnea is a disorder that causes excessive daytime sleepiness. Falling asleep while driving most often occurs during driving on…
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CT Scanning of Adenoid in a Snoring Child
Getting A CT Scan of a child who is having Snoring and Sleep Apnea. This video is self explanatory.Most parents are worried about scanning a child.Rest assured no harm in doing a CT scan.