Enlarged adenoids can create a lot of problems. Children or person suffering from this disorder breathe through their mouth due to nasal cavity blockage. Breathing through mouth increases during night. The symptoms for the same are: Blocked and stuffy nose similar to cold and cough. Ear problems such as pain and difficulty in hearing. Sleep apnea or irregular breathing during sleep. Snoring due to breathing problem. Sore throat and difficulty in swallowing. Swollen glands in the neck. Problems breathing through the nose. Glue ear (hearing problems due to fluid buildup in middle ear). Cracked lips and dry mouth.DFDAFF
Adenoids help fight against infections. They trap bacteria and virus entering the body through the mouth, causing the tonsils to swell and become inflamed. They return to normal once infections subsides. If they remain enlarged, it may be due to: Bacterial infection such as streptococcus. Viral infection like adenovirus. Can be inborn.
Following tests are used to identify the existence of adenoid hypertrophy: ... Endoscopy Sleep tests Blood tests X-ray
Medications Doctor at first may prefer medications such as nasal steroid to shrink the size of the adenoid. Antibiotics are also prescribed to fight infections. Surgery In case the condition does not improve, surgery is recommended. The surgery is called adenoidectomy. If the child has been suffering from frequent tonsil infections, the doctor might remove the tonsils. The surgery is done under the influence of local anesthesia to calm the child.
Adenoid enlargement is caused due to infection and allergies. You can prevent development of such condition in your child by giving them a healthy lifestyle that helps fight infections and allergies.
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