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Tonsil & Adenoid Problems

Tonsils and adenoids catch incoming germs which cause infections. Discuss topics like tonsillitis, quinsy, tonsil stones (tonsilloliths), dysphagia, halitosis, obstructive sleep apnea, tonsillectomy, adenoiditis), and adenoidectomy on this forum.

Dr. Will not approve additional time off after tonsillectomy?!

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So, I'm only about a week or so away from my tonsillectomy / Adenoidectomy / turbinate reduction. I went in yesterday for my pre op and the Nurse practitioner would not give me a note excusing my husband from work for more than 2 weeks. She said that I will be " absolutely fine" at the...

by User avatar MimiLove136307

When will it not hurt to swallow and eat after tonsillectomy

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I am 24. I had a tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy. I am on day 8. I am still in moderate pain. Definitely better than a couple of days ago. I still have a white coating in my throat. One side looks like it's getting better than the other. I am curious when will I be able to eat pizza again? Tacos?...

by User avatar Guest

TONSIL PAIN, Need Help

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ok, so im 15 years old and about a month or two ago, i woke up and noticed my tonsil on the left side was very swollen, and it hurt to swollow, and my glands just beneath my jaw bone were swollen as well.there was a big lump on the outside. also, my tonsils were covered in white spots with in a few...

by User avatar Guest

Getting ready to have my tonsils out

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I am a 54 year old female. I am having my tonsils removed on January 13th. I have sleep apnea, very large tonsils. I am very nervous about the recovery. My doctor is going to scrape the skin off of my palet and uvla to stiffing them this is suppose to help with the sleep apnea. Any advise for...

by User avatar Guest

Day 14 of Tonsillectomy and Scabs reform each day...

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I am currently on day 14 and wanted to give my advice as well as see what others have experienced. Thanks for your comments! MUST HAVE: Acvtivia Yogurt & regular Yogurt - Antibiotics can cause thrush on your tongue and constipation, eat 2 during the week to prevent both. Switch to regular...

by User avatar Madjax134367

Adult Tonsillectomy 40 yr old Woman

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On Dec 17th. 2009 I had my tonsils removed and uvula trimmed back. I must say I am not the type to handle surgery or pain very well. I woke up after surgery rather quickly and without nausea. This is rare for me. So the anesthesiaologist (sp?) must have listened to me. Afterwards I was given ice...

by User avatar lizbeth201134137

Post Tonsillectomy, 20 years old

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I am 20 years old, got my tonsillectomy on Dec 15th. According to my doctor my tonsills were infected when i went into surgery, in which he said lots of puss was coming out during surgery. It's been 6 days after my surgery, the first 3 days were a breeze to what I am feeling now. it seems to me that...

by User avatar Snc32790133609

Day 5 after tonsillectomey

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My 18 yr old daughter is having a hard time with the pain of her throat. Pain meds(Loratab) upsets her stomach. I put ice pack on her throat ( I never know ice or heat) Any suggestions. She has been drinking water constantly but that is really hurting her this morning, very little to eat. Should I...

by User avatar pfirth1

Tonsilitis, my son got an antibiotic

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My son got an antibotic on saturday for tonsilitis he too it saturday morning & saturday evening he throw up the 2nd lot and sunday morning too,i got motilium and he is taking it fine since so when should it kick in and start to work oh the antibiotic is "Augmentin-Duo".

by User avatar Nelly

Day 7 Post Tonsillectomy

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I am 32 years old and had my Tonsils and Adenoids removed 7 days ago. At first the pain wasn't too bad, then as expected on Day 3 the pain got worse. When I left the hospital I was able to drink water, eat pudding and crink chicken broths with discomfort but I was able to get them down. After...

by User avatar Guest