Pediatric otolaryngologist consultation

Pediatric otolaryngologist - is a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases of the ears, throat, nose, and paranasal sinuses.

In childhood, an ENT doctor is an indispensable specialist, one of the most important assistants to pediatricians in the treatment of upper respiratory tract diseases. Sore throat, nasal congestion, ear pain - children encounter symptoms of ENT diseases more often than adults. This is associated with the peculiarities of the immune system of pediatric patients, which makes them particularly susceptible to viral and bacterial infections, as well as with the anatomical features of the structure of ENT organs.

When parents face the issue of their child's health, an important task becomes finding a top-class highly qualified specialist who can not only develop an effective strategy for diagnosis and treatment but also create a friendly and pleasant atmosphere so that the little patient feels safe and comfortable. In such a case, it is best to turn to the specialists of the "Dobrobut" medical clinic network in Kyiv.

Here you will receive consultations from the best pediatric otolaryngologists in Ukraine, state-of-the-art modern diagnostic equipment, high-quality European-level service, as well as affordable prices for services. The entire medical staff of "Dobrobut" will help create a favorable atmosphere and leave pleasant feelings from visiting the clinic. You can find the complete list of our services and their costs on the website dobrobut.com.

In what cases should you seek help from a pediatric ENT?

• Sinusitis.
• Laryngitis.
• Tonsillitis.
• Otitis. 
• Pharyngitis.
• Hearing impairment, auditory spectrum disorders. 
• Neoplasms in the nasal cavity or ear canals (cystic structures, polyps).
• Congenital anomalies of the respiratory organs.

You should consult a pediatric otolaryngologist if your child develops characteristic symptoms of ENT diseases:

• hearing loss, stuffiness, ringing in the ears;
• hoarseness or loss of voice; 
• symptoms of disrupted normal breathing;
• the appearance of discharge from the nose or ears;
• inflammation of the tonsils;
• pain in the throat, nose, ears, paranasal and frontal areas; 
• cough;
• the emergence of "snorting" or snoring.

If the child is very small and cannot speak, you should pay attention to:

• loud crying, lack of appetite, sleep disturbances, restless behavior, mouth breathing, fever, discharge from the nose or ears.
• If one or several of the listed signs are present, you should not postpone a visit to the pediatric ENT doctor, as treatment at later stages of some diseases becomes complicated, and sometimes can only be performed through surgical intervention.
• You should also seek help from a pediatric ENT in cases of injuries to the ENT organs, recurrences of chronic ear-throat-nose diseases, for the removal of foreign objects from the ears or nasopharynx, or for conducting audiological screening in young children.
• Hearing can be checked in children at the age of 1 month. If everything is okay, the next preventive visit should be at 1 year, and then annually. Additionally, a pediatric otolaryngologist should be consulted when it is necessary to remove a wax plug, rinse the tonsils, or perform ear toilet.

How does a visit to the pediatric ENT go?

The pediatric otolaryngologist consultation begins with an overview of health complaints and a full patient history. The doctor may inquire about the mother's pregnancy, if there were any illnesses or complications during pregnancy, and if there are any hearing problems or ENT diseases in relatives.

Next, a thorough examination of the mucous membranes of the throat and nose, tonsils, ear canals, and oral cavity will be conducted using special instruments. If necessary, additional laboratory and instrumental studies may be prescribed for the child, such as X-rays, endoscopy, audiometry, CT, or MRI.

Treatment

After conducting an examination, a treatment strategy is developed based on the individual characteristics of each patient, and recommendations for rehabilitation and preventing future occurrences are formulated.

In the treatment of otolaryngological diseases, medication therapy, physiotherapeutic methods, and surgical intervention are used. The doctor selects the most optimal method of treatment, which is often a combination of several techniques. If surgical treatment is necessary, the child is hospitalized in a facility where it is possible for the child to stay with one or both parents.

Consultation with a pediatric otolaryngologist in Kyiv

By contacting the "Dobrobut" medical clinic network in Kyiv, you can expect treatment for tonsillitis, pharyngitis, laryngitis, otitis, sinusitis, and other ENT diseases. Our advantages include: the availability of the latest modern diagnostic and treatment equipment, services from qualified specialists with extensive practical experience, high-quality service, and an individual approach to each patient. We strive to create a friendly atmosphere and provide attentive service in our medical center.

To make an appointment with a pediatric otolaryngologist and clarify all your questions, call our call center numbers or use the callback service.