Question 1

what are some causes of enlarged tonsils in adults?

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Enlarged tonsils: Hello, enlarged tonsils in an adult may be normally enlarged or possibly due to a condition called lymphoma. It is important to see your doctor especially if your tonsils are asymmetric. That is if one is larger than the other.

Question 2

how common are enlarged tonsils in adults? mine are grade 4 resulting in apnea

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Tonsils: Relatively common.  There are guidelines for tonsillectomy. Depends on frequency of infection, whether or peritonsilar abscess, sleep apnea, etc. rMost tonsils decrease in size in older teens and your adults. Risk/benefit considerations.. See an ENT.

Question 3

can enlarged tonsils in a 4 year old cause irreversible behavioral problems?

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See below: If the child has obstructive sleep apnea, there is an association between sleep apnea and behavioral problems.

Question 4

i have very enlarged tonsils meeting in midline that cause sleep apnea. will ignoring/not treating it be dangerous?

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Sometimes bad things: In an old Western movie, one guy might shoot another for annoyingly loud snoring. In the real world, sleep apnea (OSA) causes daytime drowsiness and fatigue, so driving can kill someone. Nightly low blood oxygen can cause sudden death from heart arrhythmia. Heart artery disease, heart attack, heart failure, stroke, memory problems, morning headache, mood swings, depressed feelings, irritability...

Question 5

is it possible for enlarged tonsils and lymph nodes to cause neck and shoulder pain?

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Possible: Enlafged tonsils and lymph node are a sign of infectio and this can cause pain..  You should see a doctor and have an exam to find out exactly what is going on.  Call today to schedule an appointment.

Question 6

can't enlarged tonsils cause a speech delay in a two year old?

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I've never seen it: I've dealt with the issue for three decades & never seen it as a primary cause. If the kid has a sleep disorder related to sleep apnea/tonsil size i could see it causing chronic health problems, but not changing the emergence of speech & language skills  in a kid that was ready.

Question 7

having issues with breathing/swallowing for about 5 months.endoscopy came back clear mild acid reflux&enlarged tonsils would enlargetonsil cause this?

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Mononucleosis: Mono is a common problem in adolescents. Called the kissing disease. It is due to a virus called Epstein Barr. Causes prolonged sore throat, fatigue and fever. See a doctor to get blood tests to rule this out. Can gargle with Listerine to help kill bacteria and viruses in the throat. Gargle and spit it out when it burns. Nasty stuff but works well. Take acetaminophen for throat pain.

Question 8

i have severe grade 4 enlarged tonsils nearly meeting in midline. ent wants to remove with concerns about apnea. isn't tonsillectomy risky in adults?

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MGT: A virtual consult maya be useful in reviewing your symptoms, history of infections and signs/symptoms of apnea.

Question 9

need doctor's help! will infant formula allergies cause enlarged tonsils and adenoids?

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Formula: Not likely. Typically, infant formula allergies cause abdominal symptoms, such as pain, diarrhea, etc...

Question 10

i have been told by my family doctor and an ent that my tonsils are enlarged, the ent says i have reflux, would this cause the enlarged tonsils?  also, i have a hard time swallowing occasionally, and some foods (usually dairy, but not always) cause me to

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No: The tonsils and reflux are unrelated.

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Can enlarged tonsils in a 4 year old cause irreversible behavioral problems?

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I have very enlarged tonsils meeting in midline that cause sleep apnea. will ignoring/not treating it be dangerous?

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Is it possible for enlarged tonsils and lymph nodes to cause neck and shoulder pain?

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Can't enlarged tonsils cause a speech delay in a two year old?

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Having issues with breathing/swallowing for about 5 months.endoscopy came back clear mild acid reflux&enlarged tonsils would enlargetonsil cause this?

A member asked:

I have severe grade 4 enlarged tonsils nearly meeting in midline. ent wants to remove with concerns about apnea. isn't tonsillectomy risky in adults?

A member asked:

Need doctor's help! will infant formula allergies cause enlarged tonsils and adenoids?

A member asked:

I have been told by my family doctor and an ent that my tonsils are enlarged, the ent says i have reflux, would this cause the enlarged tonsils? also, i have a hard time swallowing occasionally, and some foods (usually dairy, but not always) cause me to

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