The relationship of tonsillar hyperplasia and asthma in a group of asthmatic children.

Background: The decline of infections in childhood may contribute to the rising severity and prevalence of atopic disorders in developed countries. With this regard, we examined the relationship of frequent tonsillitis and consequent tonsillar hyperplasia with the development of asthma.

Methods: Sixty-seven asthmatic children (ages 3-14) who had no signs or symptoms of acute tonsillitis were included.