Tonsils, part of the human body's lymphatic system, assist in with the immune response. Found in the back of the throat, these glands may enlarge, leading to snoring and sleep apnea, recurring sore throats, bad breath and difficulty swallowing....
Problems related to sleep are the most commonly reported concern that parents share during well-child visits to their child's pediatrician. Some of the reasons suggested for sleep deprivation in young children include increased nighttime...
Sleep apnea is a disorder that causes pauses in breathing during sleep. According to the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, if left untreated the disorder is potentially deadly, with increased risk of high blood pressure, diabetes, heart...
Cysts in a sinus cavity are commonly termed nasal polyps, and are defined by the National Library of Medicine as sac-like growths along the sinus cavity. Nasal polyps are more common in people suffering from allergies or asthma, according to...
About 400,000 premature babies are born each year in the United States, according to the NYU Child Study Center. Although advances in medical technology have increased the likelihood that such children will survive, it is not yet possible to...
