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Pediatric Ear Infection<\/a><\/h2>\n
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What Causes Ear Infections? Ear infections occur when fluid fills the space between the eardrum and the inner ear. This happens when the eustachian tube becomes blocked thanks to a virus or bacterium, preventing mucus and pus from draining out of the middle ear. These fluids put pressure on the eardrum, causing pain and discomfort.…<\/p>\n

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Pediatric Snoring & Sleep<\/a><\/h2>\n
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Snoring is a common problem that affects not only adults, but children, as well. It is estimated that 10 percent of children snore regularly. For many this isn\u2019t an issue, but two to four percent of children have obstructive sleep apnea, a potentially dangerous condition that can lead to serious health problems down the road.…<\/p>\n

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Pediatric Tonsil Infection<\/a><\/h2>\n
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Tonsil infections are a common childhood malady, bringing pain and discomfort to many children between the ages of five and 15. The result of inflamed tonsils, the condition \u2013 known as tonsillitis \u2013 is most often caused by a viral or bacterial infection. What Causes Tonsil Infections? The tonsils are a pair of oval-shaped tissues…<\/p>\n

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Speech Delay<\/a><\/h2>\n
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As children grow, there are certain milestones parents look forward to, such as crawling, walking and speaking. By their first birthday, most children know a word or two; at 18 months, their vocabulary should consist of five to 20 words and include simple two-word sentences. But these are rough guidelines. Every child progresses at a different…<\/p>\n

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Tongue Tie<\/a><\/h2>\n
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Ankyloglossia, also known as tongue tie, is a condition present at birth that restricts the tongue\u2019s range of motion. A short, thick or tight band of tissue attaches the child\u2019s tongue to the floor of their mouth. This can cause trouble speaking, eating and swallowing; it can also impede the child\u2019s ability to breastfeed. While…<\/p>\n

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