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Took my daughter for Ear wax cleaning.. I informed doctor about mouth breathing and snoring too so he suggested to take nasopharynx x-ray. Mild degree of tonsil enlargement noted and Mild to moderate degree of adenoid noted. Doctor suggested for adenoidectomy surgery. Can this be cured without surgery? Or surgery is the best option?
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POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 5 m old boy7 months agoA. It’s good that you informed the doctor about your daughter's mouth breathing and snoring, as these could be signs of issues in the nasal or throat area, such as enlarged adenoids, tonsils, or other obstructions in the airway. A nasopharynx X-ray is often suggested to check for conditions like:
Enlarged adenoids: This can block the nasal passage and lead to mouth breathing, snoring, and sometimes even difficulty in swallowing or nasal speech. Tonsillar issues: Enlarged tonsils can also contribute to snoring and obstructed breathing during sleep. Other structural issues: Any abnormal growths or conditions that might be obstructing the airflow in the nose and throat.
The X-ray will provide clear imaging to help the doctor assess if there is any physical obstruction or other causes contributing to her symptoms. Based on the results, the doctor may suggest further treatment, such as medical management or in some cases, surgery (for example, adenoidectomy or tonsillectomy).
If your daughter is experiencing frequent snoring or mouth breathing, these could sometimes impact her sleep quality and overall health, so it's great that you're following up with the doctor to investigate further.
Once the X-ray results are available, the doctor will guide you on the best course of action based on the findings.
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