Pain
Pain What is pain? Pain is an unpleasant feeling that is conveyed to the brain by nerves in the body. At Gertrude’s Children’s Hospital, we aim to ensure your child […]
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Sinusitis What are sinuses? The sinuses are small, air-filled spaces inside the cheekbones and forehead. They make some mucus which drains into the nose through small channels. They are useful […]
Read MoreHernia Repair
A. What is hernia repair? A hernia forms when the abdominal wall weakens, bulges, or tears. The inner lining of the abdomen and small intestine can poke out of this […]
Read MoreTympanoplasty
A. What is Tympanoplasty? Tympanoplasty is an operation used to repair a hole or tear in the eardrum (tympanic membrane). Ear infections, grommet surgery, or trauma can all cause sufficient […]
Read MoreAdenoidectomy In Children
What is adenoidectomy? Adenoidectomy is the surgical removal of adenoids. The adenoids are mounds of lymphatic tissue that sit behind the nose and above the throat. They are part of […]
Read MoreTongue Tie Release
A. What is Tongue Tie Release? Tongue tie is a relatively common finding affecting up to about 10% of newborns. There is much interest in the potential impact that a […]
Read MoreFunctional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)
A. What is FESS? FESS stands for Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery. This operation is performed through the nose and is aimed at treating nasal polyps and diseases of the Para-nasal […]
Read MoreSeptoplasty and Turbinectomy
A. What is Septoplasty and Turbinectomy? This operation is performed to treat a chronically blocked nose. Your surgeon will have assessed the cause to be due to a bend in […]
Read MoreOpen Reduction and Internal Fixation
A. What is open reduction and internal fixation? An open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) is a type of surgery used to fix broken bones. First, the broken bone is […]
Read MoreTonsillectomy In Children
Tonsillectomy In Children A. What is tonsillectomy? Tonsillectomy is the surgical removal of the tonsils. The tonsils are two small almond-shaped mounds of lymphatic tissue that sit on either side […]
Read MoreSensitivity
What is sensitivity? Sensitivity is a sharp pain on a tooth usually caused by introducing something hot, cold or sweet. It occurs when there is loss of enamel, the tooth’s […]
Read MoreOver Retained Milk Teeth
What are over retained milk teeth? This is when a milk tooth (primary/deciduous tooth) is still in place when the permanent tooth is visible and has started erupting. Who is […]
Read MoreHalitosis
What is halitosis? Halitosis is another name for bad breath. Who is a risk? Halitosis is usually caused by poor oral hygiene and/or an infection in the mouth. It can […]
Read MoreGum Disease
What is gum disease? Gum disease is an infection of the tissues that hold your teeth in place. Mild gum disease causes inflammation and bleeding which can progress to severe […]
Read MoreDental Caries
What are cavities? Dental caries is also known as tooth decay. Some people also call them cavities or holes in teeth. It is a very common disease caused by bacteria […]
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