This page lists all known medications that could potentially lead to 'Tonsillar hypertrophy' as a side effect. It's important to note that mild side effects are quite common with medications. The ...

Radiofrequency tonsillotomy, which enables surgeons to reduce the size of the tonsillar tissue instead of removing the tonsils entirely, seems to be an effective and safe method of treating children ...

The relationship between weight status, adenotonsillar hypertrophy and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in children has not yet been well studied. As the sleep parameters may show a disparity in ...

Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSA) is a common and highly prevalent disorder in the pediatric age range, affecting 2–3% of all children (1). Adenotonsillar hypertrophy is by far the major ...

A retrospective, single-center study found that obesity and family history were among several potential risk factors for pediatric obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Several risk factors that could help ...

Adenotonsillectomy was associated with reduced healthcare utilization in children with mild sleep-disordered breathing. A reduction in total prescriptions was also observed. The findings add to the ...

Cough, cold, and upper respiratory infections tend to increase during the fall and winter months. Many of those infections are viral, and some are primarily or secondarily bacterial. In children, the ...

This series of cases offers an opportunity for you to work through the diagnostic process, determining what tests to order and which questions to ask. A discussion link is provided below to facilitate ...

In the summer of 1983, Katy Golden’s mom had stocked their kitchen in the suburbs of Detroit with Popsicles and bubble gum. Golden was 5 years old and about to have her tonsils removed to help with ...

This section presents medications that are known to potentially lead to 'Tonsillar disorder' as a side effect. It's important to note that mild side effects are quite common with medications. Please ...

San Diego, CA - Radiofrequncy-tonsillotomy, which enables surgeons to reduce the size of the tonsillar tissue instead of removing the tonsils entirely, seems to be an effective and safe method of ...