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Read MoreWhat a paediatric ENT assessment looks at
The clinician considers the child’s symptoms, age, sleep, hearing, speech, feeding and general development where relevant. Examination is adapted to the child and may include the ears, nose, throat, tonsils or adenoids, with hearing tests or further investigations when indicated.
Treatment depends on the diagnosis and may involve monitoring, medication, hearing support or a discussion of surgery. Parents should be able to understand the expected benefit, risks, alternatives and recovery before any procedure is planned.
Useful information for parents to bring
- Frequency of ear or throat infections and treatments used
- Snoring, pauses in breathing or restless sleep
- Hearing, speech, school or feeding concerns
- Previous reports, allergies, medicines and medical history
Use age and symptoms to guide care
Severe breathing difficulty, dehydration, a very unwell child or sudden hearing loss requires urgent medical care rather than a routine appointment.
This information is general and does not replace an individual medical assessment.
