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Globus sensation is the term used for the feeling of a lump in the throat when there is no mass occurring in the area. Usually a globus sensation is perceived but no pathology can be seen upon investigation that could be responsible for the ‘lump like’ feeling in the throat. This sensation usually persists and does not ease or become more pronounced with swallowing although the sensation can differ among individuals.
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Tonsillectomy, or removal of the diseased tonsil, is the most common surgical procedure conducted on children. The tonsils are two bulks of lymphoid tissue located on either side of the throat which, when they become enlarged or infected, cause a number of conditions and complication often prompting the need for surgery.
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An ear grommet is a tiny tube inserted into the tympanic membrane (ear drum) to drain fluid and relieve air pressure differences between the middle ear (behind the ear drum) and outer ear or ear canal. Ear grommets are an integral part to treating ‘glue ear’ which is prevalent in children. Glue ear is a common term for ear disorders that cause a sticky fluid build up behind the ear drum, like otitis media.