Question
My child has been diagnosed with adenoid hypertrophy, and I haven’t heard of this condition before. I want to ask, is the adenoid the same as the tonsil?
Answer
The adenoid is not the same as the tonsil; it is a tissue located in the nasopharynx that typically shrinks gradually with age. For the treatment of adenoid hypertrophy, medication can be used first to alleviate symptoms, but the most effective treatment is surgery. If a child’s symptoms recur frequently or significantly impact their life, it is recommended to seek surgical treatment early on.