Question
My child had a cold this year, and afterwards, they started snoring. A CT scan confirmed adenoid hypertrophy. Now, they sometimes complain of headaches. Which traditional Chinese medicines should be taken for adenoid hypertrophy?
Answer
Most cases of adenoid hypertrophy can be treated with medication after the cause is identified, and surgery should not be considered lightly. I recommend visiting a regular hospital for a check-up and consultation. Adenoid hypertrophy patients can consume the following foods to promote health: about 200 grams of taro per day, whether it’s plain, sweet, salty, or steamed, stewed, or boiled. Make sure to cook the taro thoroughly to reduce the irritation of mucus on the throat. Continue taking these for 3 to 6 months. Next is lotus root, which is difficult to supply throughout the year due to its short growth period and cannot be seasoned; it can only be eaten plain after cooking. In addition, seafood like seaweed and jellyfish are also excellent medicinal foods for this condition. You can arrange your daily diet according to your specific situation.