Tag: Tonsillitis | Blog | Ashford ENT Clinic

21 Dec

Top 4 Winter ENT Problems

Winter is officially here, and with it comes lots of interesting challenges for staying healthy. It seems that almost everyone deals with a cough, sore throat, or other symptoms during the winter months. Whether you spend your time outdoors enjoying the...

• Allergens
• Allergies
• Cold Symptoms
• Cold Treatment
• Rhinitis
• Seasonal Allergies
• Sinusitis
• Tonsillitis

21 Jun

Tonsillitis 101

Tonsillitis. All kinds of things come to mind at the very mention of this condition strep throat, tonsillectomies...unlimited ice cream. While infection and inflammation of the tonsils occurs most commonly in children nearly all children in the United States experience at least one episode of infected or inflamed tonsils, it is also possible for an occurrence in adults as well. Here’s abrief guide to this very common condition:

• Throat
• Tonsillitis

19 Oct

What to Expect after a Tonsillectomy

If you or your child is experiencing chronic tonsillitis, it is very likely that a tonsillectomy has been recommended. This procedure involves removing the tonsils, which are masses of immune cells found in lymph glands located in the mouth. The procedure is performed in order to prevent symptoms associated with chronic tonsillitis, including recurring sore throat, abscess, upper airway obstruction causing difficulty swallowing, snoring and sleep apnea, dental malocclusion, and bad breath. Tonsillectomy is a very common outpatient procedure, particularly for children, but there are some things to know for after the procedure.

• ENT
• Throat
• Tonsillitis

18 Jan

Part 1: How we knew a Tonsillectomy was right for our 5-year-old

Hear from the parents of one of our pediatric patients about their decision to have their daughters tonsils and adenoids removed at Ashford Clinic.

• Dr. Alex Ashford
• ENT
• Sleep Apnea
• Snoring
• Throat
• Tonsillitis

31 Jan

Part 3: Surgery Day for our two daughters

On a chilly December day, Dr. Alex Ashford operated on both of our young daughters, and did a fantastic job. Read about our experience. 

• Dr. Alex Ashford
• Ear
• ENT
• Sleep Apnea
• Throat
• Tonsillitis

06 Feb

Part 4: Recovery from Surgery

Surgery on both of your young kids on the SAME day is not for the faint of heart. But having amazing care makes everything easier. Read more about our experience with recovering from ear tubes and tonsil and adenoid removal.

• Dr. Alex Ashford
• Ear
• ENT
• Sleep Apnea
• Throat
• Tonsillitis