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Adenoidectomy for 6-Year-Old: Surgery or MedicationAdenoidectomy

8 months ago

My 6-year-old daughter has been advised adenoidectomy because she snores loudly and often struggles to breathe while sleeping. As a parent, I’m very anxious is surgery the only option at this age, or can medication still work?

Asked By Krishna Chopra | Male | Age 38

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Dr. Saloni Spandan Rajyaguru

MBBS, DLO, DNB | 17 Years Experience Overall

Answered 11/02/2025

In some children, medications like nasal sprays or allergy treatment can give temporary relief, but if the adenoids are very enlarged and causing sleep or breathing problems, surgery is usually the best solution. At 6 years, adenoidectomy is considered safe and often helps children sleep and breathe much better.

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