Adenoid Hypertrophy Alone, Tonsil Hypertrophy Alone, or Adenoid and Tonsil Hypertrophy

In children, the tonsils and adenoids, or adenoids alone, are frequently abnormally enlarged. They can cause a child to be a chronic mouth breather, snorer and have obstructive sleep patterns. Mouth breathing alone can lead to abnormal facial growth (adenoid facies) which can predispose a child to obstructive sleep apnea as an adult. Snoring is considered abnormal at any age. Snoring and an obstructive sleep pattern in children can lead to a child with hyperactive tendencies, bedwetting, and learning difficulties, just to name a few. A good nights rest is important at all ages, but a child's brain is acutely sensitive to such a disruption.

Possible Testing

• Nasal endoscopy
• Computed tomography (CT) scan of the sinuses

Possible Treatments

• Treatment for chronic sinusitis
• Complete Tonsillectomy
• Partial Tonsillectomy (Intracapsular Technique)
• Adenoidectomy

Tools/Technology

• Coblation

Fact Sheets

• Tonsillectomy Procedures
• Tonsils and Adenoids
• Sore Throats
• Doctor?¿Para Qué Sirven Las Amígdalas Y Los Adenoides?

Additional Information

• Tonsillectomy Post-op Diet Sheet