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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.

tonsillectomy - anybody have post-op vommiting?

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hi, i'm 22 years old and have been suffering from sore throats and tonsil stones for a while now. my tonsils have always been pritty huge and i'm now totally fed-up of them. i've got a consultation at ENT clinic next month to see if i'm a candidate for a tonsillectomy. i was wondering if anybody...

by User avatar waddo64960

Too much saliva, bleeding from the mouth and can't swallow! Post-op tonsillectomy survivors thread

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I am on Day 6 post op after having my tonsils taken out on Thursday and oh my god, am I in pain.  I'm 28 and had to have the surgery as I've suffered with extreme bouts of tonsillitis since I was a child. As an adult it really affected my work and I was having to take time off regularly. My...

by User avatar Rose in Agony

Recurring tonsil swelling, soreness for 10 days

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In the past year, i have had--on four occasions--swollen, sore tonsils. At first there are white spots, they disappear and the tonsils are red and enlarged. Each time, i test negative for strep meaning I have to just endure the pain for 10 days. And it's always 10 days. Does anyone else have this...

by User avatar Guest

I have noticed a strange mass beside my uvula that really hurts when I swallow (Post tonsillectomy)

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Hello I am 26 years old and on day six of recovery. I have noticed this strange mass beside my uvula that really hurts when I swallow. Could that be left over tonsils? Going to see my doctor for a follow up on the 20th but any one else go this and have something similar happen?

by User avatar Tess

My Tonsillectomy Experience

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Hello, I wanted to share my experience with you regarding my tonsillectomy. I had my tonsils out this past Wednesday, 01/31/2008. I was terrified. I am a 26 year old female, I have never had surgery, and I have never been put to sleep. Both of my tonsils were filled with holes like swiss cheese...

by User avatar thebonewagon60828

Tonsillectomy recovery experience

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I thought that I would share my tonsillectomy recovery experience since I learned a lot of great information on this board before my surgery. I had my tonsils removed yesterday at about 3:30pm. It is about 22 hours later and things are going alright. The night was rough in that I couldn't sleep....

by User avatar libra012262711

post tonsillectomy pain, I cannot sleep at night even though i am miserably tired

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I am 16 years old, I cannot sleep at night even though i am miserably tired. I get woken up with pain. I am going on day 7 so i am hoping to feel better soon. Should i be concerned that i taste blood in my throat and when i spit it out there’s a good amount of it? I’m trying to drink water...

by User avatar kaylalewis

Day 7 of my Tonsillectomy AGE: 21. I finished taking my pain medication and this is my experience

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 Technically Day 8 but Doctor said surgery Day doesn't count as a day. So here I am on day 7 just finished taking my pain medication about 20 minutes ago, so I feel capable of doing something besides watching Netflix or sitting straight up in bed trying to get a little bit of...

by User avatar Destiny

Tonsil Stones - My Tonsillectomy *21 Days After*

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I am a 18 year old male. It has been 21 days since my Tonsillectomy. Adult tonsillectomies are tough I wont lie. I've had 5 surgeries in my life, ears, eyes, wisdom teeth, testicles for testicular torsion where I almost lost a testicle...and this was by far the worst. So back when I was trying to...

by User avatar Guest

What to expect after a tonsillectomy

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I've heard adults typically have a rough time recovering after tonsillectomies. Please share your experiences to ease the nerves of others going through the same ordeal.

by User avatar ittybitty jordan99280