Weight Management: Getting Started

For some people, a healthy weight is higher or lower than average. Your healthcare provider can help you decide on a healthy weight for you.

Ear Tube (Tympanostomy) Procedure

This surgery is done by an ear, nose, and throat (ENT) doctor or otolaryngologist. During surgery, the doctor removes the fluid from your child's middle ear and places a tiny tube in the eardrum. In most cases, surgery can be done on both ears in less than 30 minutes. In some children, the adenoids are also removed.

Diagnosing Middle Ear Problems

Diagnosing a middle ear problem takes several steps. You may be asked questions about your child's health history. Your child's eardrums will be examined. Tests may also be done. Read on to learn what you can expect.

The Middle Ear

The middle ear is an air-filled chamber that lies behind the eardrum. Pressure in the middle ear changes to match air pressure outside of the eardrum. When inside and outside pressures are balanced, the eardrum is flexible and normal hearing is more likely. Problems happen when air pressure in the middle ear drops. This is often due to a block in the eustachian (u-STA-shun) tube, the narrow channel connecting the ear with the back of the throat.

Your Child's Asthma- Staying Away from Triggers

Things that cause asthma flare-ups are called triggers. Dust and smoke are 2 common triggers. But each child's triggers can be different. Learning what causes your child's flare-ups will take time. Once you know, you can help your child control these triggers.

Your Child’s Asthma: Medicines

Medicines are an important part of managing asthma. Ask your child's health care provider about your child's asthma medicines. Find out how they work, how they're taken, and what their possible side effects are. Read on for some helpful info to get you started.