Ear & Sinus Problems: Video Series

The process of removing adenoids to drain fluid behind the ears is called an adenoidectomy, and this is necessary when enlarged adenoids block off drainage. Discover how adenoids enlarge from repeated infections with help from a pediatrician in this free video on ear problems.

Nasal sprays can come in simple forms that simply moisturize the nose with saline, or they can contain a nasal decongestant that is meant to decrease swelling inside the nose. Discover why nasal sprays shouldn't be used more than three days in a row with help from a pediatrician in this free video on nasal sprays.

After a plane ride, air pressure in the ears is usually more of an issue than having fluid in the ears. Learn about moving the jaw around through yawning or chewing to decrease air pressure with help from a pediatrician in this free video on ear problems.

In order to get rid of ear wax, a few solutions can be used to loosen up ear wax to help it fall out of the ears. Find out why a doctor should be seen when ear wax is causing pain with help from a pediatrician in this free video on ear problems.

Most people don't need to do anything at home with ear wax, because ear wax will fall out on its own. Discover how ear wax serves as an important physical and chemical barrier with help from a pediatrician in this free video on ear problems.

When a middle ear infection occurs, it is usually treated with antibiotics, but decongestants may also be used to reduce inflammation. Find out why Q-tips shouldn't be used to treat ear infections with help from a pediatrician in this free video on ear problems.

Common signs of a sinus infection include a cold that seems to be lasting too long, headaches, tenderness and swelling. Learn about the dangers of bacterial sinus infections with help from a pediatrician in this free video on sinus problems.

When ear wax gets impacted, a doctor needs to address the situation with ear curets and otoscopes. Learn about over-the-counter medications that are used to soften up ear wax with help from a pediatrician in this free video on ear problems.

Cleansing the sinuses means using medications, such as antihistamines, to reduce the inflammation that is caused by allergies. Discover ways to reduce swelling inside the nose with help from a pediatrician in this free video on sinus problems.

When a child has ear wax, it's best to leave it alone to let it fall out on its own, and avoid using a Q-tip to remove the wax. Find out when a parent should take his child to a doctor to treat an ear problem with help from a pediatrician in this free video on ear problems.

There are various types of sinus infections, including the common cold, acute bacterial rhinosinusitis and chronic sinusitis. Learn about the treatments that are used for different types of sinus infections with help from a pediatrician in this free video on sinus problems.

In order to flush out ear wax, a little bit of fluid can be instilled against the ear wax, but it's advisable to see a doctor to perform this procedure. Discover how flushing out ear wax can cause an infection with help from a pediatrician in this free video on ear problems.

Smoking can be irritating to the airway, and it can increase mucus production that can be treated with a decongestant. Find out why the best way to stop a mucus drip is by stopping smoking with help from a pediatrician in this free video on smoking and mucus.

A clogged up nose is often caused by allergies, and the best way to treat this is with antihistamines or steroidal nasal sprays. Use nasal salient drops to unclog a child's nose with help from a pediatrician in this free video on nasal problems.

Hard ear wax can be softened with over-the-counter medications, or through the use of a mineral oil or baby oil. Discover why a Q-tip should never be used to remove ear wax with help from a pediatrician in this free video on ear problems.

Ear wax that drains and has a creamy color or foul smell would suggest that the ear is infected, and such a case should be treated by a doctor. Find out how ear wax usually falls out on its own with help from a pediatrician in this free video on ear problems.

When an ear infection goes away, the swelling of the lymph gland will go down on its own, but they occasionally have to be treated with oral antibiotics. Learn about the best time to see a doctor for lymph gland problems with help from a pediatrician in this free video on ear problems.

The treatment for a sinus infection depends on the type of infection and whether it is a common cold, bacterial sinusitis or chronic sinusitis. Find out why there isn't any proven way to treat chronic sinusitis every time with help from a pediatrician in this free video on sinus problems.

A home remedy for ear wax removal would be to use a wash cloth during a shower or to use a mixture of white vinegar and alcohol. Discover how a serious infection can be caused by improper flushing of the ear with help from a pediatrician in this free video on ear problems.

There aren't any natural ways to improve colds, but zinc lozenges and supplements have been shown to prevent or shorten the duration of colds. Learn about instilling saltwater into the nasal cavity to relieve sinus infections with help from a pediatrician in this free video on sinus problems.

In order to remedy a sinus infection, zinc supplements and saltwater drops can help with the use of a suction bulb. Find out which over-the-counter products can be used to treat sinus infections with help from a pediatrician in this free video on sinus problems.

Ear wax that exists in infants should only be treated with a washcloth at home or with the tools that a doctor can provide. Learn about why Q-tips should not be used to remove ear wax from infants with help from a pediatrician in this free video on ear problems.

A runny nose is usually caused by allergies, and this can be treated with over-the-counter medication, corticosteroids or nasal sprays. Discover why children under 6 shouldn't use over-the-counter decongestants with help from a pediatrician in this free video on runny noses.

Symptoms of strep throat in a baby include swollen lymph nodes, a sore throat, stomach pain, vomiting, diarrhea and a headache. Discover how it's very rare for infants to get strep throat with help from a pediatrician in this free video on strep throat.