Pediatric ENT

A Pediatric ENT is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of ear, nose, and throat conditions in children. Our Kentuckiana ENT specialists have extensive experience in caring for childhood ear, nose, and throat conditions.

You should consider taking your child to a pediatric ENT if they experience recurrent ear infections, persistent hearing loss, tonsillitis, breathing difficulties, nasal blockages, speech delays, or other ENT-related issues. Make an appointment today.

You want a pediatric ENT specialist with expertise and a good reputation to care for your child's needs. Kentuckiana ENT is one of the practices known for providing pediatric ENT services in the Louisville area. Make an appointment. and have confidence knowing your child will be seen by an experienced, caring doctor.

Yes, ear infections are one of the most common health issues among children. Many children will have at least one ear infection by their third birthday.

Treatments can include antibiotics, pain management, and, if infections are frequent or fluid persists, the placement of ear tubes to facilitate drainage and prevent future infections.

Tonsils and adenoids are lymphatic tissue that help fight infection. They may need to be removed in a procedure called an adenotonsillectomy if they become chronically or recurrently inflamed or infected, obstruct the airway, or cause sleep apnea.

Signs of hearing loss in children include not responding to sounds, delayed speech development, frequent ear infections, or asking for repetition. A Kentuckiana ENT pediatric ENT in Louisville KY or Jeffersonville IN can conduct hearing tests for an accurate diagnosis.

Yes, the pediatric ENT specialists at Kentuckiana ENT can evaluate and treat allergies, particularly when they affect the ears, nose, or throat, and can provide a comprehensive management plan. We perform pediatric allergy testing, allergy shots, and allergy drops in children.