The adenoid is a lymphoid tissue located behind the nose and plays an active role in the immune system, especially during childhood. It is normal for the adenoid to grow during early childhood; however, in some children, it may become enlarged enough to affect breathing, sleep and even speech.This leads parents to commonly ask: “Does […]
🔹 What Are Adenoids? Adenoids are a mass of lymphoid tissue located behind the nasal cavity, above the roof of the mouth. They play a critical role in protecting the body from infections by trapping harmful bacteria and viruses.In early childhood, the adenoids are particularly active because the immune system is still developing. However, when […]