Question
A 10-year-old boy has been frequently coughing, with more phlegm, and discomfort in his throat. How can we deal with an enlarged adenoids and snoring?
Answer
If a child has a stuffy nose and snores deeply at night, breathing through the mouth, it might be due to adenoid hypertrophy. Adenoid hypertrophy often accompanies tonsillar hypertrophy and may lead to growth and intellectual development disorders in children. It is also a common cause of colds, sinusitis, and otitis media in children. If the adenoid hypertrophy is severe and conservative treatment is ineffective, surgery may be considered. Parents should do their best to help their children receive timely treatment, pay attention to a balanced diet for the baby, and avoid excessive supplementation or malnutrition.