An adenoidectomy may relieve these problems. The surgery is typically performed only if other, more conservative treatment methods aren’t effective, notes Boston Children’s Hospital. The procedure is ...
1. Which doctor should I consult for symptoms of enlarged and infected adenoids? You should consult an ear, nose throat (ENT) specialist. 2. How long do you have bad breath after adenoidectomy? The ...
Otitis media is the most common medical problem in young children. The usual surgical treatment is myringotomy with insertion of tympanostomy tubes. There is debate about the usefulness of concomitant ...
Adenoids are small lumps of lymphoid tissue at the back of the nose, which are part of the immune system. They are largest in young children and usually disappear by adulthood. An adenoidectomy is an ...
For children with Down syndrome (DS) or other genetic syndromes (OS), adenotonsillectomy seems to be safe, with a low rate of complications, according to a study published online Oct. 31 in the Ear, ...
A recent study found no difference in future respiratory infections or ear problems in kids who didn't remove their adenoids early on ...
Adenoids are small lumps of lymphoid tissue at the back of the nose, which are part of the immune system. They are largest in young children and usually disappear by adulthood. An adenoidectomy is an ...