TONSILLITIS

This study compares two ways to diagnose a peritonsillar abscess (a pus pocket near the tonsils): the usual clinical exam (looking and feeling) versus adding a small ultrasound probe inside the mouth. About 368 adults with suspected abscess will take part. The goal is to see if u…

This study compares two ways to manage pain in children aged 3-17 having tonsil surgery. One uses standard opioids, the other uses a non-opioid drug combo. The goal is to see if the opioid-free approach controls pain just as well while reducing side effects like nausea and agitat…

This study compares a single dose of methadone (a long-acting opioid) given during surgery to standard short-acting opioids for pain control after tonsillectomy in children aged 3 to 17. The main goal is to see if fewer children need extra pain medicine in the recovery room. The …

This study tests whether adding a small extra step (lateral pharyngoplasty) to standard tonsil removal helps children ages 3-17 recover better. Researchers will compare pain levels, how soon kids can eat and drink normally, and the risk of bleeding after surgery. The goal is to f…

This study looks at how families feel about the length of antibiotic treatment for common childhood infections like urinary tract infections, strep throat, and ear infections. It also tests whether children aged 4-17 can comfortably wear a Garmin smartwatch to track symptoms like…

This study aims to learn more about PFAPA, a condition that causes repeated fevers, sore throats, and mouth ulcers in children. Researchers will collect blood, saliva, stool, and tonsil tissue from 1,500 people with PFAPA or other tonsil problems. No new treatments are tested; th…