Adenoidectomy

An adenoidectomy is usually a day case procedure and is always done under general anesthesia. The adenoids are removed through the mouth or nose – it can be done as a single procedure(especially in smaller children) but sometimes it is done in conjunction with a tonsillectomy and / or grommets. It is not painful and a blocked nose, nasal discharge, mild cough and some drooling (only in very small children) can be expected.