Adenoids
Adenoids are a fix of tissue that is high up in the throat, simply behind the nose. They, alongside the tonsils, are important for the lymphatic framework. The lymphatic framework cleans up contamination and keeps body liquids in balance. The adenoids and tonsils work by catching microorganisms coming in through the mouth and nose.
Adenoids typically begin to shrivel after about age 5. By the teen years, they are totally gone. By then, at that point, the body has alternate ways of battling microbes.
What are enlarged adenoids ?
Enlarged adenoids are adenoids that are swollen. It is a common problem in children.
What causes enlarged adenoids ?
Your kid's adenoids can be augmented, or enlarged, for various reasons. It might simply be that your kid had broadened adenoids upon entering the world. Adenoids can likewise become augmented when they are attempting to fend off a disease. They could remain extended even after the disease is no more.
What problems can enlarged adenoids cause ?
Extended adenoids can make it hard to inhale through the nose. Your youngster could wind up breathing just through the mouth. This might cause:
- A dry mouth, which can also lead to bad breath
- Cracked lips
- A runny nose