Patient's question:
My son had a cold a few weeks ago and then developed a stuffy nose. He snores at night but is fine during the day. The doctor took an X-ray and said it's due to enlarged adenoids. My son is only three years old. What should I do? AoyaoDoctor's answer:
Some children occasionally snore while sleeping, which may be due to the relaxation of muscles related to breathing during sleep, especially the relaxation of the tongue muscles. This causes the base of the tongue to slightly droop backward, affecting exhalation. When the body position changes, the position of the tongue also changes, and the snoring sound disappears. In this case, there is no need to visit the hospital.For adenoid hypertrophy, the best treatment is currently surgical removal of the adenoids. The postoperative results are excellent. Unfortunately, if a child has already developed an adenoid face, it can be very difficult for the "ugly duckling" to transform into a "swan"! Therefore, it is crucial not to miss the optimal treatment window for your child.
Wishing your baby a speedy recovery!