Patient's question:
The child is 4 and a half years old. In May of this year, it was discovered that the adenoids were enlarged, blocking 3/4 of the airway. After strict treatment, it has recently been noticed that mouth breathing is extremely prominent, with the upper lip being pushed upwards, becoming thick, revealing teeth, and when smiling, the gums are exposed. It seems to have the appearance of adenoid facies. If surgery is performed, the adenoids will be removed. Will the face be able to recover completely afterward?Doctor's answer:
For a child in this condition, with enlarged adenoids blocking 3/4 of the nasal passage and severe obstruction, surgical treatment is necessary. In this case, the child has undergone surgery, and the obstruction symptoms have stabilized. Additionally, since the child is young, the condition will gradually improve. I recommend taking your child to the otolaryngology department for a follow-up visit and surgical treatment. The surgery is minor, and there is no need to worry. During this period, prevent your child from catching colds by keeping them warm and giving them plenty of warm water to drink.