PATHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -The adenoids exist as a rectangular mass of lymphatic tissue in the nasopharynx. Meyer first described this mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue in 1868. The adenoids are midline structures situated on the roof and posterior wall of the nasopharynx.

Detailed explanation-2: -Adenoid is the condensation of lymphoid tissue at the back of nose or on the postrosuperior wall of nasopharynx. Adenoid is the part of Waldeyer’s Ring. It appears to have an important role in the development of an ‘immunological memory’ in younger children [1].

Detailed explanation-3: -Adenoid hypertrophy is an obstructive condition related to an increased size of the adenoids. The condition can occur with or without an acute or chronic infection of the adenoids. The adenoids are a collection of lymphoepithelial tissue in the superior aspect of the nasopharynx medial to the Eustachian tube orifices.

Detailed explanation-4: -What are your adenoids made of? Your adenoids are made of lymphoid tissue-the same type of tissue that your lymph nodes are made of. Lymphoid tissue consists of connective tissue and white blood cells, especially lymphocytes. Lymphocytes make antibodies and play a role in immune response.

Detailed explanation-5: -How Are Enlarged Adenoids Treated? If the adenoids are enlarged but are not causing symptoms, no treatment is required. If they are causing symptoms, such as nasal obstruction, snoring, or infection, your doctor may recommend a trial of a medicated nasal spray and/ or removal of the adenoids (adenoidectomy).