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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.

Recovering from a Tonsillectomy

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Today is now day 5 since I had my tonsillectomy and my adenoids removed, I knew there would be lots of pain and pretty much no eating but I didn't realize how bad the pain would be. I had my operation at about 8.30am and was getting in the car at 12.20pm and sent home with lots of pills. The...

by User avatar jadems175767

Veneers and Tonsillectomy

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Im due to have a tonsillectomy next month. I have porcelain veneers on 20 of my teeth, i have read that dental damage is likely during this operation. Is there any request i could make to the anesthetist to limit risk to the veneers?

by User avatar tamara

Just had a tonsilectomy

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I'm 19 and the pain is unbareable. I have tried dissolvable paracetamol, but any liquid I drink just comes out my nose? My uvula took and unusual about of battering during the operation so isn't doing it's job. It's three says since it happened. I get so much saliva in my mouth...

by User avatar bigdeekitty

Had tonsils removed10 hrs.ago.

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I'm 33 years old and I arrived at clinic around 8:30 a.m. today 10/26-2010. Was in waiting room 20 minutes and then my name was called. Pretty nervous at this point,I've been reading nothing but PAIN,PAIN,PAIN!!!!!!!!!!!!! also nervous because the last time I was put to sleep ,I had a two...

by User avatar brawler1976

Tonsillectomy post op day 1

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Well day one wasn't terrible, I freaked out upon waking up from antestesia in a panic they gave me some Ativan to calm me Down. It was scary! I keep feeling like there is a flap of skin moving around when I breathe it makes it quite difficult at times. Idk if it's normal or not, but...

by User avatar sdolly166616

recovery from tonsillectomy in adults

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From a 45 year old. I had my tonsils removed four weeks ago. The advice about drinking plenty of water was very helpful, and also about taking all the pain killers. I was lucky and able to eat solid foods right away with minimal pain. On day two I did vomit due to taking too much of a pain...

by User avatar 45 year old male163718

Nervous about tonsil removal

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Hello all ! I am 20 and these posts are all with mixed emotions. I have read every single one and I keep laughing, not because its funny but because the nerves are setting in. I am going in as a day case this Friday and I have so many questions on my mind. Shall I bring slippers and a gown? Do I...

by User avatar kerrie

Tonsils Out an Non Horrific Account

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Hi Im 24 M and I just had my tonsils out. Im now on day 4 and to be honest Im not doing too bad. I was expecting the absolute worst reading through all the horror stories on various forums before the op. Anyway Ive managed solid food since waking up, all be it with some difficulty at times but I was...

by User avatar Guest

Work pressuring me to return after having my tonsils out

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Im a 19 year old female who had her tonsils out nearly three weeks ago. I have had a dreadful experience so far being made worse by my work demanding I come back to work. I had my tonsils out on the 1st Sept. When I woke up from surgery felt ok, quite sore but ok. I managed to drink some water and...

by User avatar hayz1991

Post tonsillectomy recauterizing, be careful!

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I had to go to the ER last night, I was bleeding badly about 5-7 tbls. Arrived at ER bleeding slowed, so I waited 2 and a half hours. Bleeding started again pouring out of my mouth worse this time, they took me to a room and made me ice water gargle. Called my ENT he took an hour to arrive. Once...

by User avatar ak47