HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

question-icon

Does Infected Adenoids Cause A Bad Smell?

default
Posted on Mon, 18 Aug 2014
Question: can infected adenoids cause a bad smell from the ear
doctor
Answered by Dr. Dr. Naveen Kumar Nanjasetty (44 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Examination is required...

Detailed Answer:
Hi

Thanks for posting the query

Adenoid infection may or may not cause ear infection. Which requires a thorough evaluation to confirm the actual cause.

1. Adenoid infection can lead to edema of the Eustachian tube (the tube connecting nose and the ear) and thus block. Blockage of this tube alters the middle ear pressure and accumulation of fluid. This fluid can get infected and ooze out. The infected secretions emits foul smell.

2. Secondly, cerumen in the ear can emit foul smell, which is independent of adenoid hypertrophy.

Hence, I would suggest you to get examined by a good doctor and plan the management accordingly.

Hope I have answered your query. I'll be available for the follow up queries.

Regards
Dr. Naveen Kumar N.
ENT and Head & Neck Surgeon
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. Dr. Naveen Kumar Nanjasetty

Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist

Practicing since :2001

Answered : 2543 Questions

Ask me a question
premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Ask an Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist
Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
backtotop2
Does Infected Adenoids Cause A Bad Smell?

Brief Answer: Examination is required... Detailed Answer: Hi Thanks for posting the query Adenoid infection may or may not cause ear infection. Which requires a thorough evaluation to confirm the actual cause. 1. Adenoid infection can lead to edema of the Eustachian tube (the tube connecting nose and the ear) and thus block. Blockage of this tube alters the middle ear pressure and accumulation of fluid. This fluid can get infected and ooze out. The infected secretions emits foul smell. 2. Secondly, cerumen in the ear can emit foul smell, which is independent of adenoid hypertrophy. Hence, I would suggest you to get examined by a good doctor and plan the management accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. I'll be available for the follow up queries. Regards Dr. Naveen Kumar N. ENT and Head & Neck Surgeon