Question
A three-year-old child has been frequently ill since birth and has been diagnosed with adenoid hypertrophy after examination. Parents are concerned and want to know how to handle their child’s adenoid hypertrophy issue.
Answer
Adenoid hypertrophy is a common disease in pre-school children, with the highest incidence rate between 3 and 5 years old. Generally, the adenoids shrink gradually after the age of 10 and almost disappear in adulthood. If a child has adenoid hypertrophy, it may lead to frequent upper respiratory infections and affect their growth, development, and intellectual development. If the adenoid hypertrophy exceeds two-thirds of the posterior nares and the symptoms are severe, surgical treatment is recommended.