I am a 20 year old male college student and OMG.I had my tonsils removed 7 days ago and im in the worst pain ever. It's relieving reading other people's experiences through these tough times. Im so sick of drinking that nasty lortab. At first it was okay, but after 5 days drinking it every fourth hour, it tastes like doo doo. My girlfreind claims my breath smells like dead fish and butt. That is to say the least. The post- op plan suggest i gargle with 1 part mouthwash and 3 parts water if breath is foul, well my breath is far beyond foul. Im an optimist but this recovery is hell. Day five is when it become really bad. I was up all night with throbbing ear and throat pain. Im hoping to feel better soon but in the meantime ill continue watching fox news, playing xbox(call of duty), and trade nations on ipod touch. If you play this game add me "Zits_Mcgee" if not and intend on doing so "warning" this game is extremely addictive and DO NOT buy the magic beans you will go broke unless you have self control. well that's all for now. Good luck my fellow tonsillectomy victims.