My Child Has a Nasal Polyp — Is It Normal? A Parent's Guide to Nasal Polyps in Children Your child has been struggling with a blocked nose. The blockage may seem worse on one side. Maybe they have persistent nasal discharge, or you have noticed something unusual inside one nostril. During an examination, your GP mentions a possible nasal polyp . Naturally, you begin wondering: “What exactly is a nasal polyp?” “Are nasal polyps normal in children?” “Could this be something serious?” “Will my child need an operation?” The reassuring news is that many nasal polyps are benign. However, nasal polyps differ between adults and children. Nasal polyps are uncommon in children, especially younger ones, and their presence warrants careful evaluation. Understanding why can help parents make informed decisions without unnecessary anxiety. What is a nasal polyp? A nasal polyp is a soft growth arising from the lining of the nose or sinuses. The sinuses are air-filled spaces within the bones of ...
Why Is My Child's Ear Swollen After Rugby? A Parent's Guide to Auricular Haematoma Your child comes home after a rugby match. They mention that someone accidentally caught their ear during a tackle. At first, it seemed like an ordinary knock. But later, you notice something unusual. The outer ear looks swollen. It may be red or bruised. The normal folds of the ear may no longer be clearly visible. Your child says it feels tender or painful. Naturally, you wonder: “Is this just bruising?” “Will the swelling disappear by itself?” “Could this become cauliflower ear?” One important condition to recognise is an auricular haematoma , sometimes called a pinna haematoma . Although not every swollen ear after sport is a haematoma, a suspected collection of blood beneath the outer-ear tissues requires prompt medical assessment. What is an auricular haematoma? The outer ear is called the pinna or auricle. Most of its shape comes from flexible cartilage. A thin layer of tissue called th...