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libra0122
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 Posted: 02/24/08 - 14:06 Post subject: Day 4 tonsillectomy recovery |
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Well, today is Day 4 - if you count surgery day as Day1. I was much more sore today then any other day. Eating also hasn't been as easy today. I have stuck to ramen noodles and some jello. Cold drinks, though heaven to me yesterday, seem to irritate my throat more today. It seems like it depends on the moment what I want and what works.
I have continued to take my medicine each and every time I am suppose too. I have kept ice on my neck as well. Waking up this morning was really hard. My mouth was dry - despite the humidifier and liquids. A nice bath helped to relax me. Another thing that I have found helpful to to have a candy/gum in my mouth. I have been using Werthers since it helps to mask the terrible taste and keeps my mouth moist. I just need to be really careful to not have them aound a time when I am sleepy - especially about an hour after medicine. Tylenol, pain killers, nausea pills and antibiotic are still being taken. |
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| Posted: 02/27/08 - 10:25 Post subject: |
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Thx for posting updates (I read your other thread also)! I'm going in on April 2nd and am scared sh@tless! Also, I make a living as a vocalist so am nervous about recovery but allowed myself 6 weeks without any gigs.
Keep posting if possible and I'm wishing you a speedy recovery! ((HUGS)) |
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libra0122
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| Posted: 02/27/08 - 23:47 Post subject: Day 6/7 of tonsillectomy recovery |
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Yesterday and today have been rough for me. My throat is very sore and I haven't been able to drink much. Eating has been impossbile and the bloating caused with the pain killers has been terrible. I know this is a temporary stage but it does suck! Some things that helped (a bit):
1) Warm liquids..not hot though. Sometimes it was nice to have something colder and then warm. Warm apple cider was a good optioin for me
2) Take your medicine - don't skip or miss a dose. I have liked the liquid rapid release (extra strength) tylenol - in addition to the pain killer.
3) I ended up calling the doctor and have new pain killers. We will see.
4) Sleep whenever you can. I can only sleep for about hour at a time but thas was good (using the cool humidifier)
5) Warm baths or heating pad on the back of my neck
6) Eat what you can - it has been limited for me - cream of wheat, jello. Continue to try and drink lots.
7) Don't talk
 I did use some lemon/honey cough drops. They did provide some relief for a little while
I am very glad thatmy mom has been here to take care of me. I have a toddler and caring for him, during this pain, would have been so terrible.
Something else that seems to help me..is the cool fresh air. I go onto my patio and it seems to help a bit. Take care of yourself and rest. Don't push things and remember to drink.
I am hoping to get to bed soon and that tomorrow will be better. |
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| Posted: 03/27/08 - 11:09 Post subject: Adult Tonsillectomy for a singer |
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| twisted_angel wrote: | Thx for posting updates (I read your other thread also)! I'm going in on April 2nd and am scared sh@tless! Also, I make a living as a vocalist so am nervous about recovery but allowed myself 6 weeks without any gigs.
Keep posting if possible and I'm wishing you a speedy recovery! ((HUGS)) |
I wanted to reply I jsut got my tonsils out on march 6th '08. I am a singer as well. I was constantly getting infections and felt as if when singing my throat was being "weighted" down and would fatigue easily.
If I could offer the best advice it would be:
1.) take your medicine on time every time for the first 7-10 days. if it says every 4 hours make it every 4 hours not 4:30 or 5 hours. trust me you will regret it if you wait.
2.) drink WATER like you are lost in the desert. I constantly had a water bottle in my hand(aquafina worked for me) Dont drink tea, sports drinks or anything else. only water keeps you from coating your throat with things that slow down healiing.
3.)Limit talking the first 3 days to a chalk or dry erase board, after that limited conversation should be ok.
4.) enjoy your time off from work, read books, watch tv, write whatever you can do to relax and keep peace of mind.
Hope this helps, Good Luck!!! |
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