Patient's question:
Is the adenoid face a symptom in the early stage? How to treat it? If the adenoid face has already appeared, can it be restored to its original state after treatment?Doctor's answer:
The adenoid, also known as the pharyngeal tonsil or nasopharyngeal tonsil, is lymphoid tissue located at the top and posterior wall of the nasopharynx. It serves to enhance immunity and provide local anti-infection functions. During childhood, the adenoid grows with age, reaching its maximum size around the age of 6, and then gradually regresses. Adenoid hypertrophy is a pathological proliferation of the pharyngeal tonsil caused by repeated inflammatory stimulation, which can affect overall health or nearby organs. This condition is most common in children and is often accompanied by chronic tonsillitis. Dietary recommendations include consuming light foods, eating more fruits and vegetables, practicing preventive health measures, exercising more, and boosting immunity.