Enlarged Adenoids
About Adenoidectomy
Adenoids are located high in the throat behind the nose and the roof of the mouth.
Removal of the adenoids is an adenoidectomy.
This operation is usually performed to relieve one or more of these problems:
Constant or repeated nasal blockage or congestion due to large adenoids
Frequent sinus infections with postnasal drainage, phlegm or boogies
Recurrent ear problems such as pressure or infections
Adenoidectomy is an outpatient surgical procedure lasting between 30 and 45 minutes and performed under general anesthesia
Questions
Do you have constant nasal blockage?
Do you have constant postnasal drip?
Do you get frequent ear infections or pressure?
Do you have to breathe with your mouth open?
Do you snore?
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