Frequently Asked Questions

ENT (Otorhinolaryngology) is the medical specialty that deals with diagnosing and treating conditions of the ear, nose and throat. This includes: otitis, sinusitis, tonsillitis, laryngitis, adenoid hypertrophy, hearing disorders, nosebleeds, foreign bodies and many more.

A child can be seen by an ENT doctor at any age, including as a newborn. Hearing screening is performed from birth. Dr. Postelnicu has extensive experience in pediatric ENT and uses equipment adapted for children of all ages.

Nasal endoscopy is a modern examination that allows detailed visualization of the nasal cavities and nasopharynx using a thin flexible endoscope. It is not painful — it may cause slight discomfort lasting a few seconds. It is very useful in diagnosing adenoid hypertrophy, nasal polyps and sinusitis.

Adenoidectomy (adenoid surgery) is recommended when adenoids cause persistent nasal obstruction, sleep apnea, recurrent serous otitis or repeated infections that do not respond to conservative treatment. The decision is always made after complete clinical evaluation, including endoscopy.

Appointments can be made by phone at Clinica Medicum (021.9178) or SanConfind (0244.990), or online through the Clinica Medicum website. Bring a referral from your family doctor (for insurance coverage), your health card, recent test results and any previous investigations.

No, I do not offer consultations reimbursed through the Health Insurance Fund, but I accept most private health insurers.

A standard consultation lasts between 20 and 30 minutes. For complete evaluations that include nasal, laryngeal, or ear endoscopy, or tympanometry, the duration may be longer. The time allocated is usually sufficient for a complete evaluation, diagnosis and establishing the treatment plan, but depending on the various problems or pathologies, a longer examination time may be necessary.

Snoring in children can have benign causes (temporarily blocked nose, cold), but it can also be a sign of enlarged adenoids or other airway obstructions. If snoring is persistent, accompanied by mouth breathing, breathing pauses during sleep, or daytime sleepiness, an ENT evaluation is recommended.

Acute otitis media is a middle ear infection with sudden onset, pain, fever and possibly discharge. Serous otitis (secretory) involves fluid accumulation in the middle ear without signs of acute infection — the main symptom is hearing loss. Serous otitis can follow an acute otitis and requires regular monitoring.

Proper nasal hygiene involves instilling saline solution in each nostril, followed by aspiration of secretions in young children or nose blowing in older children. It is especially recommended before bedtime and before meals.