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It is currently believed that bacterial biofilms play an integral role in the harboring of chronic infection by tonsil and adenoid tissue so contributing to recurrent sinusitis and recurrent or persistent ear disease. [1] Also, enlarged adenoids and tonsils may lead to the obstruction of the breathing patterns in children, causing apnea during ...
Adenoid hypertrophy, also known as enlarged adenoids refers to an enlargement of the adenoid (pharyngeal tonsil) that is linked to nasopharyngeal mechanical blockage and/or chronic inflammation. [1] Adenoid hypertrophy is a characterized by hearing loss , recurrent otitis media , mucopurulent rhinorrhea , chronic mouth breathing , nasal airway ...
An enlarged adenoid, or adenoid hypertrophy, can become nearly the size of a ping pong ball and completely block airflow through the nasal passages. Even if the enlarged adenoid is not substantial enough to physically block the back of the nose, it can obstruct airflow enough so that breathing through the nose requires an uncomfortable amount ...
Common, all ages, [8] typically children under 5 years [2] Adenovirus infection is a contagious viral disease , caused by adenoviruses , commonly resulting in a respiratory tract infection . [ 1 ] [ 9 ] Typical symptoms range from those of a common cold , such as nasal congestion , rhinitis , and cough , to difficulty breathing as in pneumonia ...
The palatine tonsils are located in the isthmus of the fauces, between the palatoglossal arch and the palatopharyngeal arch of the soft palate.. The palatine tonsil is one of the mucosa-associated lymphoid tissues (MALT), located at the entrance to the upper respiratory and gastrointestinal tracts to protect the body from the entry of exogenous material through mucosal sites.
Angioedema is an area of swelling of the lower layer of skin and tissue just under the skin or mucous membranes. [1] [3] The swelling may occur in the face, tongue, larynx, abdomen, or arms and legs. [1] Often it is associated with hives, which are swelling within the upper skin. [1] [3] Onset is typically over minutes to hours. [1]
Itchy skin; Rash; Facial swelling; Wheezing; Anaphylaxis; Symptoms of a potential insect bite/sting allergy include: [5] A large area of swelling (edema) at the bite/sting site; Itching or hives all over the body; Cough, chest tightness, wheezing or shortness of breath; Anaphylaxis; Symptoms of allergic skin conditions such as atopic dermatitis ...
A swelling of lymph nodes due to growth of lymph cells is called lymphadenopathy. Types include: [citation needed] Neck Cervical adenitis is an inflammation of a lymph node in the neck. Tuberculous adenitis is a tuberculous infection of the skin of the neck caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis.