WHAT ISSUES CAN BE LINKED TO ENLARGED TONSILS AND ADENOIDS?

When the tonsils and adenoids become enlarged and inflamed, a few problems can arise. These include:

Increased risk of infections – including ear infections, glue ear, sore throats and tonsillitis
Sleep issues – ranging from snoring to sleep apnoea, grinding teeth, sleep-talking, sleep-walking or a generally restless sleep
Speech delay
Problems with learning, concentration and behavior – in fact, kids with ADHD are more likely to have enlarged tonsils and adenoids. Some even suggest that some kids don’t have ADHD, but that their behavior is because of their lack of restful sleep
Fussy eating – due to the problems swallowing and chewing, this can cause texture preferences, poor chewing and related sensory issues