Question
My child was born a few days ago and has been frequently pulling at their ears lately. Does pediatric adenoid hypertrophy require surgery?
Answer
Pediatric adenoid hypertrophy usually does not require surgery unless the symptoms are severe or the adenoids have not shrunk by the time of age growth. If the adenoids are still enlarged and causing breathing difficulties for a child at 7 to 8 years old, surgery may be necessary.