What To Expect Before and After Thyroid Surgery?
If you have thyroid cancer or a benign nodule that has grown large enough to cause problems, your doctor may have recommended a thyroidectomy. This is a type of surgery that removes all or part of your thyroid gland. It’s understandable to feel nervous going into any kind of surgical procedure. Let’s examine what you…
Why Do Children Get Sore Throats & How Can They Be Prevented?
Nobody wants their child to feel ill, but unfortunately, sore throats are common. According to one study, “Sore throat is one of the common reasons for outpatient and emergency visits among children.” Below we review why children get sore throats and how they can be prevented. Why Children Get Sore Throats There are many possible…
What Are Parotid Tumors and How Are They Treated?
Your parotid glands are the largest salivary glands in your body and are located right in front of the ears on each side of your face. They are essential in the production of salvia to help chew and digest food. Occasionally, tumors develop in the parotid glands and require treatment. Signs of Parotid Tumor Common…
How to Know if Your Child Needs Their Tonsils Removed
While tonsillectomies aren’t as common a procedure as they used to be, some children still benefit from them if they suffer from specific conditions. Removing Tonsils to Improve Child’s Sleep Apnea More than 500,000 children in the United States get their tonsils and adenoids removed each year. The most common reason is to help treat…
Thyroidectomy: What to Expect
The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland located at the base of the neck in front of your windpipe. Its job is to produce hormones that regulate your body’s metabolism and temperature. The thyroid can be affected by disease, which sometimes requires surgery to treat. Below we review everything you need to know about thyroid surgery,…
How to Prepare for Your Child’s Tonsillectomy
Is your child experiencing sleep apnea or chronic tonsil infections? If so, their pediatrician may recommend a tonsillectomy – an extremely common procedure where the tonsils are removed. It’s normal to feel stress and anxiety about your child undergoing a surgical procedure, but rest assured knowing it is safe and effective. Follow these steps to…
Salivary Gland Problems
Your salivary glands produce about a quart of saliva each day. Saliva is essential for lubricating your mouth, making swallowing easier, protecting your teeth against bacteria and aiding digestion. Typically, saliva drains into the mouth through small tubes called ducts. There are three major pairs of salivary glands: the parotid glands inside the cheeks, submandibular…
Home Remedies for Tonsil Infections
Children in Albany are no strangers to tonsil infections. When these glands in the back of the throat, which help the immune system by defending against bacteria and viruses, become swollen and infected, pain and misery follow. There are tips you can try at home to help ease your child’s discomfort and speed up their…
Does Gargling with Saltwater Really Help a Sore Throat?
There’s nothing quite like autumn in Albany! There’s a chill in the air, frost on the pumpkin, the leaves are turning vibrant shades of color…and a lot of people are sneezing and coughing. Fall marks the beginning of cold and flu season in New York, and one of the first symptoms is often a sore throat….