Lymphoid tissue, a lot like tonsils. Adenoids are temporary, start with our first year of life , usually end by the eighth. All the way at the back of the nose, above and behind the uvula. Enlargement can block both the nose and eustachian tube. Removal of adenoids can help reduce ear infections, middle ear fluid, sinus infections and mouth breathing - in the child whose adenoids are aggravating infection or causing blockage.
Adenoids usually fade away by age seven.
They can hang around until the twenties. The tonsils are surgically removed. Careful attention is paid to stop every little bit of bleeding no matter which particular surgical tools are used. If you have ever cut your lip, you know how even a little cut can cause a lot of bleeding in this area of the body. Actually, the robust blood supply of the mouth and throat is a good thing - that's what makes healing so reliable in this part of our body.