How is hypertrophy of the tonsils treated?
Enlarged tonsils are common. Treatment depends on the size of the tonsils and whether they interfere with eating, sleeping, or breathing. Most of the time treatment is not necessary. But sometimes, the doctor might recommend a medicine to shrink the tonsils or surgery to remove them (a tonsillectomy).
How do you treat swollen tonsils and adenoids?
Treatment options to reduce pain and swelling include:
- acetaminophen.
- increased fluid intake.
- throat lozenges.
- nasal spray.
How do you reduce adenoid hypertrophy?
A prescription steroid nasal spray may be able to decrease the size of the adenoids. Eating healthful foods, getting enough sleep, and drinking plenty of water can keep the immune system functioning well and help reduce the risk of enlarged adenoids. Also, good hygiene can help prevent infections.
What causes lingual tonsil hypertrophy?
The most common cause of lingual tonsillar enlargement is compensatory enlargement following tonsillectomy. Other potential causes include lymphoma, chronic infection and HIV. Irritation such as from smoking and gastro‐oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) can also cause lingual tonsil hypertrophy.
What antibiotics treat adenoids?
Infection is the main cause of adenoid hypertrophy. Amoxicillin with potassium clavulanate and ciprofloxacin should be considered as the drugs of choice for all adenotonsillar diseases.
Which nasal spray is best for adenoids?
Conclusions: Mometasone furoate aqueous nasal spray may be considered useful in decreasing adenoid pad size and the severity of symptoms related to adenoidal hypertrophy.
What are the complications of adenoid hypertrophy?
When the adenoids become large enough, they can cause obstructive symptoms. Common complications of adenoid hypertrophy include sleep problems such as snoring or obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), persistent rhinorrhea or nasal congestion, and frequent ear infections.
