Would Your Child Benefit from a Tonsillectomy? Posted on February 28, 2025 by Goodyear Office Tonsillitis can cause many uncomfortable symptoms in children, including sore throat, difficulty swallowing, fever, tender lymph nodes and pain in the head, neck or stomach. If your child is frequently affected by tonsillitis, your ENT at may recommend removing the tonsils. Typically, a tonsillectomy is only recommended if your child experiences multiple cases of tonsillitis…. Read Full Article
How ENTs Diagnose Ear Infections in Children Posted on February 14, 2025 by Goodyear Office Ear infections are more common in children than adults because their immune systems have not yet fully developed and their Eustachian tubes are smaller, which makes it difficult for fluid to drain. This can lead to uncomfortable symptoms for your child, but our compassionate team at is here to provide treatment to get them back… Read Full Article
Can Allergies Be the Cause of Frequent Ear Infections Posted on January 29, 2025 by Goodyear Office If you suffer from both chronic ear infections and allergies, you might be wondering if the two are connected. In many instances, they are indeed related. Let’s explore the link between these conditions and how one can influence the other. How Are Ear Infections and Allergies Related? The connection between ear infections and allergies primarily… Read Full Article
Tips for Exercising Outdoors with Seasonal Allergies Posted on January 10, 2025 by Goodyear Office According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, “In 2018, approximately 24 million people in the U.S. were diagnosed with seasonal allergic rhinitis (hay fever). This equals around 8% (19.2 million) of adults and 7% (5.2 million) of children.” If you’re among this population and you wish to start working out outside as the… Read Full Article
How Are ENT Disorders Diagnosed? Posted on December 26, 2024 by Goodyear Office Otolaryngologists, more commonly known as ENT physicians, are experts in the diagnosis and treatment of ear, nose and throat disorders. Below, we review some of the questions your ENT physician may ask you to diagnose your symptoms, as well as how some common ENT disorders are diagnosed. What Questions Will an ENT Physician Ask? Some… Read Full Article
How Is Eustachian Tube Dysfunction Treated? Posted on December 11, 2024 by Goodyear Office The Eustachian tubes are the passageways that connect your middle ears to the back of your throat. Their jobs are to allow fluid to drain from the middle ear as well as equalize air pressure between your middle ear and the environment. If your Eustachian tubes aren’t functioning correctly, you may be diagnosed with Eustachian… Read Full Article
What Parents Should Keep in Mind About Their Children’s ENT Health Posted on November 25, 2024 by Goodyear Office No parent wants to see their child sick, but unfortunately, it happens. For severe or chronic problems related to the ears, nose or throat, your child may be referred by their pediatrician to an ENT physician, also known as an otolaryngologist. Let’s review what to keep in mind regarding your child’s ENT health. Snoring Isn’t… Read Full Article
The Impact of Smoking on ENT Health: Risks and Recovery Posted on November 14, 2024 by Goodyear Office Smoking is widely recognized as detrimental to health, with risks that extend far beyond just lung issues. The health risks associated with smoking include various forms of cancer, stroke, heart attacks, emphysema and other serious conditions. As noted by the CDC, smoking is the leading cause of preventable death in the United States. How Smoking… Read Full Article
When to Worry About Your Child’s Cough Posted on November 1, 2024 by Goodyear Office As a parent, hearing your child cough or sniffle can create instant worry. Figuring out when a cough is just a part of a passing cold and when it might need medical attention can help ease some of that concern and allow you to focus on providing your child with the best care possible. Let’s… Read Full Article
Home Remedies for a Sore Throat and When to See a Doctor Posted on October 18, 2024 by Goodyear Office Sore throats are common and can make swallowing, talking or even eating uncomfortable. It has numerous potential causes, ranging from infections to environmental factors. While most cases are not severe and can be treated at home, understanding the root causes and knowing which remedies to try can help manage the condition effectively or determine when… Read Full Article