Patient's question:
The child has been making humming sounds for about half a year.Doctor's answer:
Adenoid hypertrophy refers to the enlargement of the pharyngeal tonsils in children. Adenoid hypertrophy is often physiological in children, as the lymphoid tissue in the nasopharynx is present from birth and gradually increases with age. By the age of 6, it reaches its maximum extent and then gradually regresses. If it affects overall health or nearby organs, it is referred to as adenoid hypertrophy. Currently, treatment primarily involves surgery. The adenoids can be removed during a tonsillectomy or as a separate procedure. In cases where surgery is not suitable, radiotherapy may be considered.