childs speech age 3?

Question

Is anyone aware of large tonsils being a problem with a child of age 3s speech?

My son has permanently inflamed tonsils and has been on numerous courses of antibiotics for septic tonsilitis, however there has been no redction in size.

We were reffered to ENT and as my son rarely complains of pain they said that there's no need to take them out.

My main concern is his speech, however ENT tell us that this wouldn't be effecting his speech. We was reffered a second time as our GP was of the same opinion as us that this would effect his speech, however after seeing ENT for a second time they said the same witout even taking a look in his mouth. They seem more interested in what amount of pain he is in.

Whilst there he had a hearing test to rule out glue ear as there were signs of glue in one ear, however the tests came back ok. We were told that glue comes and goes as the child grows up, so we have another appointment in December to see if gromits are needed.

Answer 1

The only effect it may have on his speech is to make him denasal, which will make him sound like he has a stuffy nose.
The big risk with enlarged tonsils is obstructive sleep apnea. Kids who have it are generally skinny and have a hard time getting enough sleep. Kids with apnea will also be "mouth breathers" and struggle with eating because they can't breathe through the nose while chewing.
Ask the ENT (you can call the office and ask the nurse) if she recommends an antihistamine and decongestant. This combo will sometimes help the tonsil and adenoid swelling to go down, as well as prevent glue ear because they allow the middle ear to drain.
Be glad they care about pain management.
You may want to take him to a pediatric ENT.

Answer 2

I'm not aware of any effects on speach, but seriously (and continuously) enlarged tonsils are pretty common in young children.

When my daughter had her 18-month check-up, she was examined by a woman who was training to become a nurse-practitioner. She commented to her supervisor that my daughter's tonsils seemed enlarged. The supervisor looked and said that a)yes they were and b)this was common in toddlers, not a cause for concern in the absense of pain, and that she often saw them enlarged enough that they touched.

Good luck with your son. We are currently going through similar issues with our son (no 19 months and hasn't said a word)...

The aforementioned daughter is now 5 and has no problems with her speech or tonsils.

Answer 3

if you're truely worried about speech then your GP should have referred you to a speech pathologist to assess if his tonsils are impacting the way he communicates via speech. An ENT wouldnt really know the answer. If you are insured then you can have the tonsils taken out electively...if the ENT wont do then try another..there's no use for tonsils

Answer 4

My son wasn't a late talker yet my nephew replaced into. He have been given therapy which failed to do lots, around age 4 his toddler brother replaced into born and unexpectedly he began speaking like a grown guy and not in any respect stopped/ ETA: i understand countless little boys who did no longer get somewhat verbal till someplace between 2 and 3. in spite of the undeniable fact that, in case you do no longer think of the therapy helps, you will desire to objective a distinctive therapist. My chum's son has a fantastically severe speech postpone. she replaced into utilising early intervention amenities yet he replaced into clinically determined with a issue reported as apraxia and he or she got here across a professional in that, paid for via insurance-this therapist made extensive features. in spite of the undeniable fact that, this toddler had another pink flags-a speech impediment and he nevertheless drools heavily at age 5 that indicated a greater physically powerful subject. sounds like your little guy basically needs some greater time. My sister and brother in regulation constantly comedian tale that they prayed my nephew might communicate, understand they're praying he will supply up speaking at some point. I wager your toddler will do an identical. My son had/has a gross motor postpone do to a vulnerable impressive foot/leg, did no longer walk till beginning PT at basically approximately 19 months, so I do have some theory of what its decide to be up all nighttime annoying.

Answer 5

If he is on antibiotics constantly for infections , then it might be time to have them removed. The antibiotics absolutely affect his immune system and his ability to fight germs.. the more he takes, the more it is for him in the ling run. Antibiotics are so over prescribed that the children are paying the price...
find a doctor who will remove them, then go from there and see if there are other problems with his speech, It is a simple operation and he will heal very quickly...

Answer 6

I would certainly think it could have some effect on his speech. Maybe seeing another ENT would make you more comfortable.

Answer 7

sounds like it would be a problem, a 3 yr old would have problems identifying pain if he has had it for a while,he might not identify it as a problem, ask you doctor to see a differnt specialist, and tell them he has compalined about pain, even though he is getting used to it.