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A Tonsillectomy should be considered when tonsillitis attacks are so frequent or severe that they affect a child's general health or interfere with school, hearing, or breathing.
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Fast Facts:
- Procedure removes tonsils
- 2nd most common child surgery
- Variety of surgical procedures can be used
- It is an effective treatment for sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) in children
- Treatment for chronic tonsillitis, sleep apnea
Disclaimer: The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you think you need a Tonsillectomy, please consult your doctor.
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Tonsillectomy Questions
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Does anyone know if I have to remove all my piercings for a tonsillectomy? 4 AnswersI would inform your doctor of all your piercing and remove whatever is requested. Body piercing can interfere with emergency medical care. While tonsillectomi... read more
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Tonsillectomy Forums and Blogs
- MomBlogs: Behavioral Benefits in a Tonsillectomy/Adenoidectomy
- Revolution Health: Tonsillectomy May Cure Hyperactivity
- ehealth forum: Tonsillectomy
- Galvanized: Aidan’s Great Tonsillectomy Adventure
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