Adenoids Doctor in Indore

Regarding Adenoid Disease

Adenoids are a small group of lymphoid tissue high in the throat, behind the nose and the mouth roof (where the nasal passages meet the throat).

They are a part of the body's immune system and assist in the fight against infections by catching germs that pass through the nose and mouth, primarily in childhood.

Adenoid disease most commonly means Adenoid Hypertrophy (enlarged adenoids) or Adenoiditis (adenoid infection).

This is most prevalent in children between the ages of 2–10 years, because adenoids actually shrink as we age.

Causes

Adenoids can become infected or enlarged because of:

Recurrent infections (cold, flu, sinus infections)

Chronic inflammation caused by allergies

Bacterial or viral infection

Irritant exposure (such as smoke or pollution)

Genetic predisposition (some children just have larger adenoids naturally)

Symptoms of Adenoid Disease

Since adenoids are close to the nasal airway, infection or enlargement can lead to breathing and ear issues.

Typical Symptoms:

Stuffy nose or nasal obstruction (trouble breathing through the nose)

Mouth breathing (particularly at night)

Snoring or loud breathing while asleep

Sleep interruption or sleep apnea (interrupted breathing)

Runny nose or postnasal drip

Ongoing nasal congestion

Recurrent ear infections (otitis media)

Hearing loss (due to blocked Eustachian tubes)

Sore throat or trouble swallowing

Nasal voice (speech sounds "blocked" or nasal)

Swollen glands in the neck (occasionally)

Complications (if left untreated)

Chronic middle ear infection or fluid

Speech or hearing difficulties

Poor sleep and irritability due to fatigue

Abnormalities in facial growth (long, open-mouthed look in chronic cases)

Adenoid Problem Prevention

Though you can't always avoid adenoid enlargement, the following measures will lower infection and inflammation risk:

1. Build Immunity

Follow a healthy diet with plenty of fruits, vegetables, and vitamins.

Stay well-hydrated — drink lots of water.

Get enough sleep and exercise.

Don't share utensils or cups to avoid infection.

2. Avoid Respiratory Infections

Wash your hands often to prevent the spread of germs.

Avoid close contact with ill individuals.

Treat colds, flu, and sinus infections immediately.

Use a humidifier to maintain moist nasal passages.

3. Control Allergies and Irritants

Stay away from cigarette smoke, dust, and pollution.

Control allergies with antihistamines or nasal sprays (as recommended).

Continue to keep living spaces clean and dust mite or mold-free.

4. Medical Treatment (if adenoids are infected or enlarged)

Antibiotics – for infection by bacteria.

Nasal corticosteroid sprays – to minimize swelling.

Pain or fever reducers – if necessary.

Adenoidectomy (surgical removal) – if:

Regular breathing or sleeping difficulties occur.

Ear infections or sinus infections are recurrent.

Hearing or speech is impaired.