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Enlarged adenoids

Alternative Names: Adenoids - enlarged Symptoms: Mouth breathing (mostly at night) Dry mouth Cracked lips Mouth open during day (more severe obstruction) Bad breath Persistent runny nose or nasal congestion Frequent ear infections Snoring Restlessness while sleeping Intermittent sleep apnea Signs and tests: The adenoids cannot be seen by looking in the mouth directly, but can be seen with a special mirror or using a flexible endoscope through the nose. Text Continues Below Tests may include: X-ray (side view of the throat) Sleep apnea studies (severe cases only)

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