Our ENT specialists are ready to provide relief from adenoid hypertrophy–this may involve using medications to reduce inflammation or performing surgery to remove the adenoids, a procedure known as an adenoidectomy.
Adenoid hypertrophy is usually diagnosed through a physical exam and imaging tests, like endoscopy or X-rays. Your doctor may also evaluate you or your child’s symptoms to determine the extent of the condition.
For many adults with the condition, adenoid hypertrophy will go away with time. In some cases, childhood adenoid hypertrophy may also go away on its own as your child grows older. This usually happens around the age of 7, when the adenoids naturally shrink. However, medical intervention may be needed if the symptoms are severe or persistent.
Treatment for adenoid hypertrophy may require an adenoidectomy. An adenoidectomy is a simple surgical procedure to remove the adenoids. It’s usually performed under general anesthesia and takes about 30 minutes. Recovery after this process is generally quick, with most patients returning to normal activities within a week.
While adenoid hypertrophy is most common in children, it can occasionally occur in adults due to severe infections or allergies. In such cases, similar diagnostic and treatment methods are applied.
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