Question
A three-year-old child is experiencing mouth breathing and frequent eye rubbing. The hospital diagnosed it as adenoid hypertrophy. How should adenoid hypertrophy be treated?
Answer
The treatment for adenoid hypertrophy depends on the patient’s clinical symptoms. If there are no obvious symptoms, such as difficulty breathing, sleep apnea syndrome, or hypoxemia, a conservative treatment approach involving regular observation can be adopted. It is recommended to strengthen physical exercise to enhance immunity and prevent colds, as adenoid hypertrophy often accompanies sinusitis and recurrent tonsillitis. A light diet is also advisable. When conservative treatment is ineffective, surgical treatment can be considered.