To see if they are enlarged or infected, have him stick his tongue out as far as he can, tilt his head back, and say “AHHHHH.” Then, using a small flashlight, look into the back of his throat at the tonsils. Enlarged tonsils will appear to be close to each other and you may be able to see white or yellowish spots on them. If your child’s tonsils look large or red call your doctor for an appointment.
Enlarged tonsils look swollen and larger than normal.
What should I look for?
Learn about the appearance of enlarged or infected tonsils.
What to do next
If you suspect that your child is experiencing sleep-disordered breathing (SDB), contact your physician for an appointment.
Tonsillectomy technology is changing
New low-temperature procedures may reduce pain and recovery time.
