Patient's question:
My child, male,Age.
Detailed medical condition and purpose of consultation: Adenoid hypertrophy, is surgery always necessary, can medication be used
Duration and course of the current illness: Fever, 1 week
Current general condition: Snoring, episodes of paused breathing
Medical history: Fever
Previous diagnoses, treatments, and outcomes: Hydration therapy, improved after one week
Doctor's answer:
Adenoid hypertrophy occurs due to pathological hyperplasia caused by repeated inflammatory stimulation. This condition is most common in children and, like tonsils, gradually grows after birth as the child ages. The period of most rapid proliferation is between 4-6 years old. Under normal circumstances, the adenoids gradually shrink after puberty.It is recommended to visit a professional otolaryngology hospital for a detailed examination to confirm the diagnosis. Treatment plans should be formulated based on the examination results. Surgery is generally not recommended for children, and medication is typically used instead.
Prevention of adenoid hypertrophy in daily life:
1. Increase outdoor activities, participate in sports, and pay attention to strengthening physical exercise to enhance immunity and avoid colds.
2. When treating adenoid hypertrophy, maintain a balanced diet and eat more fresh vegetables and fruits.
3. Actively treat related diseases, such as sinusitis.
4. If symptoms of snoring appear, take the child to a professional otolaryngology hospital for examination as soon as possible.