What are the symptoms of adenoiditis, or enlarged adenoids?
The symptoms of adenoiditis vary greatly depending on the cause of the infection, and can occur either suddenly or gradually. The following are the most common symptoms of adenoiditis. However, each child may experience symptoms differently. Symptoms may include: • breathing through the mouth • noisy breathing • snoring • nasal speech • periods at night when breathing stops for a few seconds The symptoms of adenoiditis may resemble other conditions or medical problems. Always consult your child’s physician for a diagnosis.