Adenoid hypertrophy should be seen by the ENT department.

Written by Deng Bang Yu
Otolaryngology
Updated on January 12, 2025
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The glandular body, located in the nasopharyngeal region, is an organ made up of lymphoepithelial tissue. Enlargement of the glandular body leads to an increase in its size, blocking the passage of the nasopharynx. Based on this explanation, it is understandable that glandular hypertrophy should be evaluated by an otolaryngologist. If a more detailed subdivision of specialization is necessary, it can be divided into rhinology, laryngology, and otology, with the main focus being on rhinology or laryngology depending on the specific regulations of different hospitals. In summary, glandular hypertrophy should be assessed by an otolaryngologist. Additionally, it is important to note that glandular hypertrophy can lead to developmental abnormalities, especially in dental development. If these complications occur, consultation with the relevant departments, such as dentistry, may be necessary.

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Adenoid hypertrophy should be seen by the ENT department.

The glandular body, located in the nasopharyngeal region, is an organ made up of lymphoepithelial tissue. Enlargement of the glandular body leads to an increase in its size, blocking the passage of the nasopharynx. Based on this explanation, it is understandable that glandular hypertrophy should be evaluated by an otolaryngologist. If a more detailed subdivision of specialization is necessary, it can be divided into rhinology, laryngology, and otology, with the main focus being on rhinology or laryngology depending on the specific regulations of different hospitals. In summary, glandular hypertrophy should be assessed by an otolaryngologist. Additionally, it is important to note that glandular hypertrophy can lead to developmental abnormalities, especially in dental development. If these complications occur, consultation with the relevant departments, such as dentistry, may be necessary.

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Can adenoid hypertrophy be treated conservatively?

Adenoid hypertrophy is a common condition in children, primarily caused by excessive growth of the adenoid tissue on the posterior wall of the nasopharynx. This can lead to sleep apnea, snoring, and nocturnal hypoxia in patients, subsequently causing a decline in memory, lack of concentration, fatigue, and other symptoms. In mild cases of adenoid hypertrophy, where there are no significant symptoms of breath-holding or hypoxia, conservative treatment can be applied. This includes the use of steroid nasal sprays and oral administration of nasal decongestant granules, which can alleviate snoring and excessive nasal secretions. However, if a patient exhibits clear symptoms of breath-holding or hypoxia, and adenoid hypertrophy is confirmed through sleep monitoring, surgery is then necessary to treat the condition.

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Can you get vaccinated if you have enlarged adenoids?

Adenoid hypertrophy needs to be distinguished first between acute and chronic hypertrophy. If it is acute adenoid hypertrophy, vaccination should not be administered. Acute adenoid hypertrophy is most often caused by an acute inflammatory infection, usually secondary to acute rhinitis or sinusitis. When the inflammation affects the adenoids, it leads to congestion, edema, enlargement, and hyperplasia, resulting in clinical symptoms such as nasal congestion, ear stuffiness, and ear pain. The treatment primarily involves symptomatic anti-inflammatory treatment, along with nebulized inhalation to alleviate local congestion and edema, which can lead to gradual improvement. Vaccination can be administered once the inflammation has subsided. However, if it is chronic hypertrophy, patients can be vaccinated. Chronic hypertrophy is mostly due to continuous slow enlargement and hyperplasia of the adenoids caused by chronic inflammatory stimulation, leading to symptoms like snoring during sleep and mouth breathing. In such cases, adenoidectomy can be curative.

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What foods are good to eat for enlarged adenoids?

For adenoid hypertrophy, it is advisable to eat more fresh vegetables and fruits in daily life, such as apples, oranges, grapefruits, and tomatoes. Try to avoid spicy and irritating foods as they can cause the adenoids to become congested and swollen, worsening the condition. Clinically, adenoid hypertrophy is generally caused by repeated inflammatory stimuli and the irritation from spicy foods, leading to diffuse congestion, edema, and hyperplasia of the adenoids. This condition can cause the patient to experience persistent nasal congestion in both nostrils, accompanied by snoring during sleep. In severe cases, it can lead to tinnitus and hearing loss, necessitating a hospital examination where a digital nasopharyngoscope can confirm the diagnosis. In terms of treatment, acute adenoid hypertrophy requires symptomatic anti-inflammatory treatment combined with a light diet. If the patient has been suffering for a long time and conservative treatment is ineffective, adenoidectomy may be necessary to completely cure the condition.

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Can adenoid hypertrophy recur after removal?

The adenoid is located in the lymphatic epithelial tissue of the nasopharyngeal area. Enlargement of the adenoid can block breathing and obstruct the pharyngeal opening of the Eustachian tube, leading to secretory otitis media, and may result in secondary infections of the sinuses. Therefore, for symptoms such as snoring and hearing loss that occur simultaneously after adenoid enlargement, surgical removal is performed. The adenoid does not have a complete capsule, so it is only possible to remove the adenoid tissue as much as possible, and it cannot guarantee the complete removal of all adenoid tissue. Therefore, there is a small rate of recurrence after adenoid removal, with a recurrence rate of about 0.5%, meaning that the recurrence leading to the reappearance of symptoms is around 0.5%. Whether further treatment is needed after recurrence requires an in-person assessment at a hospital.