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Adenoid hypertrophy
Adenoid hypertrophy, also known as enlarged adenoids refers to an enlargement of the adenoid that is linked to nasopharyngeal mechanical blockage and/or . Adenoid hypertrophy is a characterized by hearing loss, recurrent otitis media, mucopurulent rhinorrhea, chronic mouth breathing, nasal obstruction, increased susceptibility, dental malposition, and dentofacial abnormalities.
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