But what are adenoids? Adenoids are small glands located at the back of the nose. They help fight infections in young children. However, they can become enlarged due to recurrent infections ...

Inflamed tonsils become red and swollen and can cause a sore throat. Causes of Tonsils in Children Tonsils and adenoids can become enlarged due to infection or other causes or may be present at birth.

“Children are in close contact with others ... “The same infections that give rise to enlarged tonsils often result in enlarged adenoids in the same patient. We ask parent for permission ...

What: Surgical removal of enlarged tonsils and adenoids in children with mild sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) appears to significantly reduce the frequency of medical office visits and ...