Question
What are the causes of child adenoid hypertrophy?
Answer
Adenoid hypertrophy is typically caused by recurrent episodes of acute or chronic rhinitis, tonsillitis, or influenza. This situation may lead to children frequently catching colds in winter and experiencing symptoms such as nasal congestion. However, adenoid hypertrophy is not the only cause of these symptoms. In fact, it can cause the child’s tongue and pharyngeal muscles to relax during sleep, resulting in a slight drooping of the tongue base, which affects breathing and can worsen snoring or even lead to breathing pauses. For severe cases like your child’s, surgical treatment is often recommended.