Sleep apnea - obstructive; Apnea - obstructive sleep apnea syndrome
Children with very large tonsils and adenoids may develop sleep apnea and related problems. They should be evaluated by a health care provider to determine whether they need to have their tonsils or adenoids removed.
See: Tonsillectomy
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