The full form of ITH in Medical is Inferior Turbinate Hypertrophy. This is a frequent problem you may experience in the throat, nose or ear. The problem is linked to obstructed nasal breathing that may often lead to mouth breathing. The problem with mouth breathing is that it can lead to infections since the air inhaled through the mouth is not filtered, humidified or warmed.
The problem with Inferior turbinate hypertrophy is that you may experience regular respiratory infections and sore throat because of this. The problem may also lead to sleep apnea or snoring. The conservative treatment for ITH is the application of cortical steroids. However, the permanent treatment for Inferior turbinate hypertrophy is surgery. The surgery may be performed under general or local anaesthesia, and it is only recommended after the conservative treatment has failed to provide relief to the patient. The endoscopy of the nasal cavity determines the degree of ITH. After the assessment, the doctor can grade the obstruction and recommend a treatment plan.
Other full forms of ITH: