Question
I recently discovered that my son has adenoid hypertrophy. What is adenoid hypertrophy? Why does my son have this condition? How should pediatric adenoid hypertrophy be treated? Is this disease severe, and how can it be effectively treated? Are there any special precautions to take in daily life?
Answer
Adenoid hypertrophy is a common disease in children, especially preschool children. Adenoids, also known as pharyngeal tonsils, are a type of tonsil. Generally, adenoids shrink gradually after the age of 10 and become remnants in adulthood. For 14-year-old adolescents, if the adenoids are of normal size and there are no symptoms like snoring, no treatment is necessary. The treatment method for adenoid hypertrophy depends on the severity of the condition. Mild adenoid hypertrophy may not require special treatment and can be monitored regularly. If the condition is more severe, medication or surgical removal of the adenoids may be needed. In daily life,