About Pediatric ENT
Key Highlights
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Specialized, child-friendly care tailored to a child's unique anatomy and developmental needs.Early diagnosis and management of conditions that can impact hearing, speech, learning, and sleep.Comprehensive approach including medical management, minor in-office procedures, and surgical coordination.Focus on preventing complications and promoting healthy long-term development of ENT functions.Use of specialized, smaller equipment designed for pediatric examinations and treatments.
Who is this surgery for?
- Recurrent ear infections (otitis media) or persistent fluid in the middle ear.
- Chronic or severe tonsillitis and adenoiditis causing breathing or swallowing difficulties.
- Persistent nasal congestion, sinus infections, or allergic rhinitis.
- Suspected hearing loss, speech delays, or balance problems.
- Noisy breathing (stridor), sleep apnea, or other airway concerns.
- Foreign bodies in the ear, nose, or airway.
- Evaluation of neck masses or congenital abnormalities of the head and neck.
How to prepare
- Compile a complete medical history, including past infections, allergies, and immunization records.
- For a clinic visit, prepare the child by explaining the examination in a simple, non-threatening way.
- List all current medications, including over-the-counter drugs and supplements.
- For scheduled procedures (like ear tube placement), follow specific pre-operative instructions regarding fasting (no food or drink) for a set period.
- Bring comfort items like a favorite toy or blanket to help the child feel secure during the visit.
Risks & possible complications
- Risks are generally low for diagnostic evaluations and medical management in a clinic setting.
- For surgical procedures (coordinated by the pediatrician), risks may include bleeding, infection, or adverse reaction to anesthesia.
- Specific procedure risks (e.g., tympanostomy tubes): tube blockage, persistent drainage, or eardrum scarring.
- Rare complications from tonsillectomy/adenoidectomy: postoperative bleeding, changes in voice, or velopharyngeal insufficiency.
- General risks of any intervention include pain, swelling, or incomplete resolution of the condition.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Recovery varies greatly between a simple clinic visit and a surgical procedure.
- After in-office procedures or exams, normal activity can typically resume immediately.
- Post-surgery: Expect a period of sore throat, ear pain, or nasal congestion managed with prescribed pain relief and soft foods.
- Keep the surgical site clean and dry as instructed; avoid vigorous play or swimming for the recommended timeframe.
- Attend all follow-up appointments to monitor healing, tube function, or hearing improvement.
- Watch for signs of complications like fever, excessive bleeding, or severe pain and contact the doctor promptly.
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Typical hospital stay: 0 days (for clinic consultation) or 1 day (for common day-care procedures like ear tubes)
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Expected recovery time: 1-2 days (for clinic visit recovery) to 1-2 weeks (for common surgical procedures)
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering pediatric ent in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for pediatric ent in India include Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Manipal Hospital Salem, Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur, Manipal Hospital Doddaballapur, Manipal Hospital Goa , known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform pediatric ent. MediFyr helps you compare pediatrics specialists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for pediatric ent compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | INR 500 – 2.5 Thousand | 0 days (for clinic consultation) or 1 day (for common day-care procedures like ear tubes) | ~ 1-2 days (for clinic visit recovery) to 1-2 weeks (for common surgical procedures) | Know More |
| Turkey | TRY 1.75 Thousand – 8.75 Thousand | 0 days (for clinic consultation) or 1 day (for common day-care procedures like ear tubes) | ~ 1-2 days (for clinic visit recovery) to 1-2 weeks (for common surgical procedures) | Know More |
Top hospitals for Pediatric ENT in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated pediatrics teams and experience managing patients undergoing pediatric ent.
Rahul Brown is an energetic 7-year-old...
Rahul Brown is an energetic 7-year-old soccer enthusiast whose snoring had become a family joke, then a serious concern. For over a year, he slept restlessly, often gasping briefly, and was chronically tired and irritable during the day, struggling to focus in school. His pediatrician, after examining his large, obstructive tonsils and adenoids, diagnosed him with severe pediatric sleep apnea. The doctor recommended an adenotonsillectomy to remove both tonsils and adenoids, opening his airway. Rahul was nervous about the 'sleep medicine' and staying in the hospital. The procedure went smoothly, though the first few days of recovery were uncomfortable, requiring soft foods and pain management. By the end of the first week, a transformation began. Rahul slept silently and soundly. His energy returned, his mood stabilized, and his school performance improved. The emotional journey moved from a family burdened by worry over his health and behavior to one filled with gratitude, witnessing Rahul reclaim his childhood vitality and restful sleep.
Pediatrics Specialists for Pediatric ENT
Explore experienced pediatrics specialists who regularly perform pediatric ent and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 18 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Miot Hospital Chennai, Chennai
- 31 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 24 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, vijayawada
- 19 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Hyderabad
- 19 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Hyderabad
- 17 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneshwar
- 15 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneshwar
- 11 Years Experience
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Miot Hospital Chennai, Chennai
- 4 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, vijayawada
- 20 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, Kolkata
- 26 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, Kolkata
- 42 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Dhakuria, Kolkata
- 35 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Salt Lake, Kolkata
- 22 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 39 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 39 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Jayanagar, Bangalore
- 27 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, Kolkata
- 15 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Dwarka, Delhi
- 15 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Kanakapura Road, Bangalore
- 25 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Kharadi, Pune