Hi everyone...had tonsillectomy on the 6/09/19.and today on 15/10/19 still have the feeling of a lump in the throat altering from right to left..never at the same time but mostly on the right side..feels better mostly very late at night or very early morning...after meal..hve very annoying sensation of food particles blocking somewhere..have to clear throat though ot does not help a lot.no pain but discomfort really unbearable..it get worse after lunch and can sometimes till dinner time where mostly can't eat because of this feeling...when i look in the mirror can see a white layer more visible on the right at the tonsil area.ate these the scar tissue?are they the cause of my discomfort?how long will i continue to feel such discomfort?feeling very sticky phlegm being blocked at the back of the throat also.trying to remove but nothing coming out...help help...
Hey!
I'm sorry to hear about the discomfort you're experiencing following your tonsillectomy. It's not uncommon to have various sensations, including the feeling of a lump in your throat, as you recover from this type of surgery. Here's some information that might help you understand what's happening and what steps you can take:
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Healing Process: Tonsillectomy, like any surgery, requires time for the body to heal. The sensation of a lump or the feeling of food particles being stuck can be part of the healing process. As the area heals, scar tissue will form, which might cause these sensations.
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White Layer in Throat: The white layer you're observing at the tonsil area is likely a normal part of the healing process. After a tonsillectomy, it's common for the surgical site to be covered with a white or yellowish-white coating. This is not an infection; rather, it's the body's way of healing the area where the tonsils were removed.
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Duration of Discomfort: The duration of postoperative symptoms varies from person to person. While many people start to feel much better within a week or two, it's not unusual for the recovery to take several weeks. The sensations you're describing, such as the lump feeling and throat irritation, typically diminish as the healing process progresses.
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Throat Clearing and Phlegm: The feeling of sticky phlegm and the need to clear your throat are also common. This can be due to your throat being more sensitive following surgery, leading to a heightened sensation of mucus or phlegm.
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Managing Discomfort:
- Hydration: Drink plenty of fluids to keep your throat moist and help with the feeling of stickiness.
- Gentle Diet: Eating soft, easy-to-swallow foods can minimize discomfort during meals.
- Humidifier: Using a humidifier, especially at night, can help keep the air moist and soothe your throat.
- Avoid Irritants: Avoid smoking and exposure to secondhand smoke, and try to stay in environments with clean air.
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When to Seek Medical Attention: If you experience severe pain, bleeding, difficulty breathing, signs of infection (like fever or increased redness around the surgical site), or if your symptoms are worsening rather than gradually improving, you should contact your healthcare provider.
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Follow-up: If the discomfort continues to be unbearable or if you have any concerns about the healing process, it's important to follow up with your doctor. They can examine the surgical site to ensure everything is healing properly and provide you with further guidance and reassurance.
Hope this helps!