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The Best Adenoidectomy Surgery In Mumbai


Overview

Adenoidectomy is a surgery performed by a surgeon to remove the adenoid when they get enlarged due to infection or allergies. Usually, this surgery is recommended for children only, along with the removal of tonsils.

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Adenoidectomy Causes

Causes

Adenoids can be caused by infections or viruses such as streptococcus bacteria and viruses like Epstein-Barr, adenovirus, and rhinovirus.

Symptoms

In most cases, symptoms include sounding nasal when speaking (as if you're talking through your nose), snoring at night or whenever you sleep, a runny nose that produces green or discolored mucus, and breathing through your mouth.

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Adenoidectomy treatment

Treatment

An ENT surgeon will perform adenoidectomy. Adenoidectomy is a simple and direct and quick procedure. This process will be performed under general anesthesia. The doctor will use a retractor to wide open your child's mouth while he or she is asleep and then remove the adenoids using one of several techniques. The doctor may use an electrical device to help stop the bleeding.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the risks?

    The chances of any risks are very low. However, the risks may include excessive bleeding, infection, permanent changes in vocal quality, ear infections, nasal drainage, etc.

  • What are the complications?

    The complication you may have to experience includes chronic or severe inflammation in adenoidal tissues that spread to other locations like the head and neck.