Tonsil & Adenoid Problems

Tonsillectomy and uvila removed. Have severe pain in neck,

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I am trying to find out why I am having severe pain in my neck, shoulder, back and chest muscles after having a tonsillectomy and removal of my uvila. I only have the severe pain in the evening and through the night. I have been to my doctor many times but they have not been able to help me figure...

by garcosta103162 over a year ago

How long after tonsilectomy can I do everyday things ie. drive, housework, look after my children?

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I am due to have and adenotonsilectomy on 5th Feb, I am a 35yr old sole parent to two boys and have my mother coming to stay with us for a couple of days after my operation. After reading earlier posts, I am a little worried that I won't be able to cope with everyday life after just a couple of...

by was102703 over a year ago

I\'m having my tonsils removed

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So I'm having my tonsils removed on Tuesday at 8am sharp. I'm really nervous, somewhat more or less after reading all these posts. I think I just have really bad anxiety though. Like, I'm nervously thinking that they're going to accidenally rip out my vocal box and I'll never be able to talk again....

by jailbreakbutler102436 over a year ago

some tonsilectomy tips

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Hey guys, Im on day 3 post op. And im 19. I feel like im dying too. I feel better today then I have so far - but the doctor told me it will get better before it gets worse then better for good. A great trick ive discovered with crushing pain meds - crush them on a spoon and pour honey on the...

by Guest over a year ago

how can i smoke a cigerette after a tonsilectomy

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%-) does any one know how i can smoke a cigerette after a tonsilectomy cause im grumpy and need a cigerette very bad can u smoke a cigerette through the noseor how can u smoke a cigerette i just had my tonsiles tooken out yesterday and it suck does any one know how i can smoke a cigerette if so...

by deanko over a year ago

Tonsil surgery recovery tips

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My daughter had her tonsils out 5 days ago and is now at the icky, painful stage of recovery. I have tried a lot of things but what works BEST is for her to get in to a steamy shower right and stay there till the hot water runs out. I have her get in right when she wakes up. That alleviated MUCH of...

by stacirae101954 over a year ago

Adult Tonsillectomy recovery

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Hi, I am 20 years old and needed a tonsillectomy. It was awful and at the time I regretted having it done. But I am 7 months post op and have no gotten a soar throat once. I used to get strep every couple weeks during the winter. However, the recovery is terrible. The first day was the...

by Guest over a year ago

flying after a tonsilectomy

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My son is to have a tonsillectomy and grommets put in his ears. Was just wondering if anyone knew how long it will be before its recommended that he should fly. I know its roughly two weeks to let the throat heal. thanks for any info!

by Guest over a year ago

Tonsilectomy Post Op Day 5

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I had my surgery on Tuesday, Jan. 6 and was not clear as to what I signed up for. The pain is really bad and although the painkillers work, they lose effect about 45 minutes before the next dose is due and there is little I can do about it. I was able to drink more liquids day 1 - 3, but am now...

by Guest over a year ago

hard to swallow

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hi my son is 8 y.o he has a slightly swollen right neck gland ,and has a temperature of 37.4. he is finding it difficult to swallow,as it is painfull. has anyone else had these same symptoms, and can they tell me what causes this.... kind reguards Rod....

by rod.jenny@bigpond.com over a year ago