AN OVERVIEW OF RHINOPLASTY: The term rhinoplasty is derived from Greek, meaning to shape the nose. The procedure dates back to ancient Egypt (3000 to 2500 BC) and ancient India (c. 800 BC). Whilst modern surgical techniques have evolved greatly, the forehead flap rhinoplasty developed in ancient India to reconstruct amputated noses, is still in […]
EAR INFECTIONS AND “GLUE EAR”: HEALTHY EARS, HAPPY CHILD: The anguish and frustration of having a young child who is frequently sick is something many parents can relate to. Ear infections are not only miserable for the child, but can impact significantly on family dynamics, with interrupted sleep for child and parents alike, and often […]
DOES YOUR CHILD SNORE? Should you be concerned about a child that snores? Recent evidence suggests that there may be an impact on neurocognitive development in children who snore. What is obstructive sleep apnoea? In children, the majority of cases of obstructive sleep apnoea occur because the airway is narrowed by enlarged soft tissues, usually […]
ADULT OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNOEA: What is Obstructive Sleep Apnoea? Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA) is a condition where the upper airway (nose, pharynx, soft palate, tongue) collapses during sleep when muscle tone is reduced. This results in repetitive periods when one is trying to breathe, but cannot move any air due to blockage (obstruction) in the […]
SLEEP APNOEA SURGERY FAQ: Is sleep apnoea only a disorder of obese people? Why is it important to have surgery as an option for sleep apnoea? I heard / read that sleep apnoea surgery has a bad reputation, is this true? Will I be cured with a straightforward or single operation? What is a radiofrequency […]
