cold viruses, strep throat, mononucleosis, and in times gone by, diphtheria. The acute infections are usually referred to as tonsillitis
Abnormal thickening of soft tissues in the posterior nasopharynx may indicate conditions such as lymphoid hyperplasia, adenoid hypertrophy, or a nasopharyngeal tumor. Further evaluation by an otolaryngologist may be necessary to determine the exact cause and appropriate treatment.
Yes, both hyperplasia and hypertrophy lead to an increase in the size of a tissue or organ, but they do so through different mechanisms. Hyperplasia involves an increase in the number of cells, while hypertrophy refers to an increase in the size of existing cells. These processes can occur independently or together, depending on the specific physiological or pathological conditions involved.
No, the adenoid is not an endocrine gland. The adenoid, or pharyngeal tonsil, is a mass of lymphoid tissue located in the nasopharynx and plays a role in the immune system, particularly in the defense against respiratory infections. Endocrine glands, on the other hand, secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream to regulate various bodily functions.
Adrenal hyperplasia is primarily caused by genetic mutations that affect the adrenal glands' ability to produce hormones. The most common form, congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH), is usually due to a deficiency in the enzyme 21-hydroxylase, leading to an imbalance in steroid hormone production. This results in excess androgens and can cause various symptoms, including ambiguous genitalia in newborns and precocious puberty. Other less common forms may involve different enzyme deficiencies or genetic factors affecting adrenal function.
Hyperplasia affects the all types of muscle cells.
Prevention can be directed toward prompt evaluation and appropriate treatment of sore throats to prevent overgrowth of adenoid tissue. Avoiding other children with acute respiratory illness will also reduce the spread of these common illnesses
Abnormal thickening of soft tissues in the posterior nasopharynx may indicate conditions such as lymphoid hyperplasia, adenoid hypertrophy, or a nasopharyngeal tumor. Further evaluation by an otolaryngologist may be necessary to determine the exact cause and appropriate treatment.
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Adenoidal hypertrophy is overgrowth of the adenoids.
normal part of growing up and should be respected for their important role in the development of immunity. Only when their size causes problems by obstructing breathing or middle ear drainage do they demand intervention
No, a benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) does not cause a cancerous enlargement of the prostate. A BPH is not cancerous. It is defined as a noncancerous enlargement of the prostate gland.
The suffix for adenoid is -oid, which means resembling or shaped like.
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Congenital adrenal hyperplasia.
botanical/herbal remedies that can be used alone or in formulas to locally assist the tonsils and adenoids in their immune function at the opening of the oral cavity and to tone these glands. Keeping the Eustachian tubes open is an important contribution
Adenoid hypertrophy is the abnormal enlargement of the adenoid glands located in the back of the nose and throat. This condition can obstruct the airway, leading to symptoms such as difficulty breathing, snoring, and recurrent sinus or ear infections. Treatment may involve medications, surgical removal of the adenoids, or other interventions depending on the severity of symptoms.
Children with Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH) typically reach an adult height that is well below those non affected. Treatment includes replacing the deficient hormones.