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.
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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Has anyone had their tonsils out? Does it hurt?(0 Answers)
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Does anyone know if I have to remove all my piercings for a tonsillectomy?(4 Answers)
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I would inform your doctor of all your piercing and remove whatever is requested. Body piercing can interfere with emergency medical care. While tonsillectomies are a semi-routine procedure ...
What types of foods can a child, who has just had tonsillectomy eat for the following week or two?(2 Answers)
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Tips on what to do after tonsillectomy: 1. Give fluids to your child in the first 48 hours after surgery because surgery and the process of healing can ...
