Patient's question:
Child (male), 9 years old, has been having a runny nose for more than half a year. The doctor diagnosed it as adenoid hypertrophy. However, different doctors have different opinions. Some say surgery is necessary, while others say the child can recover on its own. Which one is reasonable? Very confused.Doctor's answer:
Hello, if the symptoms are relatively obvious, it is still recommended that you undergo surgical treatment at an early stage. If adenoid hypertrophy is not improved, it can lead to various pediatric and otolaryngology diseases. If nasal ventilation and sinus drainage are obstructed due to adenoid hypertrophy, it can induce rhinitis and sinusitis and worsen them. Additionally, sinusitis secretions may stimulate the adenoid, causing it to become even larger. This creates a vicious cycle where the two conditions reinforce each other. Therefore, individuals with adenoid hypertrophy who exhibit significant symptoms should undergo surgical treatment at an early stage. After the age of 5, the earlier the surgery is performed, the better the outcome. Symptoms can be significantly improved.