Tonsils and adenoids help protect children from infections, but when they become enlarged or repeatedly infected, they can cause significant discomfort. Many children experience snoring, noisy breathing, mouth breathing or frequent throat infections due to swollen tonsils or adenoids. These problems often affect their sleep, appetite, school performance and overall energy levels.

While mild infections may settle with medication, repeated episodes can indicate that the tonsils or adenoids are no longer functioning normally. In some cases, children may have disturbed sleep or pauses in breathing at night, which affects their growth and behavior. A proper ENT evaluation helps determine whether medical treatment is enough or if a minimally invasive procedure is needed.

Signs your child may need an ENT checkup:

• Snoring or noisy breathing during sleep

• Breathing through the mouth all day

• Frequent throat infections

• Difficulty eating or swallowing

• Interrupted sleep or restlessness

• Daytime tiredness or irritability

Identifying the issue early helps avoid long-term problems and allows children to breathe, sleep and grow comfortably.