pediatric virginia ent services

PEDIATRICS

Expert Ear, Nose and Throat Care for Children

At Virginia Ear, Nose & Throat, we love working with kids! Our compassionate, expert pediatric ENT team is well-equipped to treat children for a variety of ENT conditions in a stress-free and kid-friendly environment. We aim to explain conditions and treatments for children in a way that they can understand, and thoroughly educate families so that they can make informed decisions about their children’s healthcare. Explore our pediatric services below!

Our Pediatric Services

ear infections

Middle ear infections (otitis media) and outer ear infections (swimmer’s ear) are common in toddlers and small children, and can cause pain and discomfort, muffled hearing, irritability and changes in behavior and more. At Virginia ENT, our team can swiftly diagnose and treat ear infections to help your little one get relief as soon as possible. If middle ear infections do not respond to antibiotics and other traditional treatment methods, our team may recommend tube insertion.

Tonsils and Adenoids

Enlarged tonsils or adenoids can cause a sore throat, fever, difficulty swallowing, headaches and more. Left untreated, swollen tonsils and adenoids can lead to other adverse health effects, such as obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and attention deficit disorders. Our team can evaluate your child for enlarged glands and in some cases, recommend surgical removal.

Sinusitis

Sinusitis refers to inflammation and pain in the nasal cavities in the nose and around the eyes. This inflammation can be acute, also known as a sinus infection, that typically lasts 2 to 4 weeks and can be treated with antibiotics. If the infection or discomfort has not subsided in 12 weeks, your child’s condition may be chronic and require intervention from our team.

Hearing Loss

Pediatric hearing loss can come in many forms—congenital (at birth), acquired, temporary or permanent. Regardless of the form, we understand that navigating any kind of hearing disorder with your child can be stressful and emotionally taxing. Our team is here to evaluate and diagnose your child’s hearing disorder, help you fully understand the implications of their condition and what management and treatment options are available to them.

Noisy Breathing

While noisy breathing in children can be harmless, it can also be an indicator of an underlying condition or an issue with the airways. Using the latest advancements in ENT technology, our team can find the root cause of your child’s noisy breathing and determine if treatment is necessary to improve the function of the airways.

Neck Masses

Neck masses are swollen lumps in the neck that are common in babies and small children. As a parent, it can be concerning to see a lump on your child’s neck. While the majority of neck masses are non-cancerous, it is best to have any lumps examined by our pediatric ENT team at Virginia Ear, Nose & Throat, as they may be infected or need to be removed.

Nosebleeds

Children are very prone to getting nosebleeds for many reasons. Children tend to blow their nose hard, and pick, rub and scratch at the nose, leading to irritation. While occasional, light bleeding from the nose is not concerning, heavier or chronic nosebleeds may indicate an underlying condition that requires evaluation by one of our pediatric ENT specialists.

5 Star Reviews From Real Patients

Dr. Lim is an excellent provider. His bedside manner with our 2 year old was nothing but exceptional! He listened to our concerns and discussed a treatment plan at length. We never felt rushed during our appointment time with Dr. Lim and his staff. Everyone was professional, courteous, and provided world class care to our child and family as a whole. I felt comfortable he was confident in his treatment plan. Thank you for your service to your patients and their families.
-Leslie

Dr. Salley was absolutely wonderful. He took the time to hear my concerns and was able to correct my daughters tongue tie. It has been four days and she is a completely different baby. She is now able to finish bottles without getting worn out and falling asleep and is less gassy. 100% would recommend Dr. David Salley!
-Jessica