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Adenoids

Condition Overview:

Adenoids are masses of tissue that are similar to the lymph nodes or "glands" found in the neck, groin, and armpits.  Adenoids are high in the throat behind the nose and the roof of the mouth (soft palate) and are not visible through the mouth without special instruments.

Adenoids are near the entrance to the breathing passages where they can catch incoming germs, which cause infections. They "sample" bacteria and viruses and can become infected themselves. Scientists believe they work as part of the body's immune system by filtering germs that attempt to invade the body, and that they help to develop antibodies to germs.
This happens primarily during the first few years of life, becoming less important as we get older. Children who must have their  adenoids removed suffer no loss in their resistance.
 

The most common problems affecting the adenoids are recurrent infections (throat or ear) and significant enlargement or obstruction that causes breathing and swallowing problems.