Glue Ear in Children: A Parent’s Guide to Hearing, Grommets and Adenoids in London & Essex If your child keeps saying “what?”, turns the television up loudly, seems distracted at school, has delayed speech, or appears to ignore you, it may not be behaviour. One common reason is glue ear , a condition where fluid builds up behind the eardrum and causes temporary hearing loss. For parents in London, East London, Brentwood, Romford, Redbridge, Ilford, Woodford, Chelmsford and wider Essex, glue ear is one of the most common reasons for seeking paediatric ENT advice. Mr Gaurav Kumar, Consultant ENT Surgeon, sees children with hearing problems, recurrent ear infections, blocked noses, enlarged adenoids, snoring and suspected glue ear. This guide explains what glue ear is, how parents may spot it, when to seek help, and when treatments such as hearing support, grommets or adenoid surgery may be considered. What Is Glue Ear? Glue ear is also called otitis media with effusion ...
Blocked Nose Every Day? Why Nasal Sprays and Saline Are Often Tried Before Surgery in East London, Brentwood and Essex Living with a permanently blocked nose is exhausting. Many adults across East London, Brentwood and Essex spend their days struggling to catch a deep breath, resorting to mouth-breathing and constantly reaching for over-the-counter decongestants at their local chemist. You might find your concentration dipping during a slow, congested morning commute down the A406 (North Circular) , or feel completely drained by evening because your blocked airways are ruining your sleep. When breathing feels this restricted, it is highly common to assume that a major surgical operation—like a septoplasty—is the only way to get relief. However, it is deeply reassuring to learn that not every blocked nose needs surgery . In fact, starting with targeted medical therapies like specialised steroid sprays and saline rinses is often the safest, most effective first step. Anatomy and Pa...