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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