Hi I had my tonsils out exactly a week ago now , but its still so painful to talk , I can't do anything , mum is getting annoyed with me for not tallking but it makes me feel like crying now everything hurts my throat and stings including water , I don't know what to do I'm scared that I may forget how to talk I'm going back to hospital on Thursday for a thourough check up , and I can't open my mouth or speak to the doctor , what do I do ? . And also how long before I can smoke again ?
Better you don't smoke again. Try to see this as a teaser for throat cancer. Seriously, you have no idea how many ways smoking hurts you. If you've been off for a week this is the perfect time to quit.
Try gargling slightly salty water and see if that helps. Also if the symptoms are bad consider making the appointment sooner, a week should be long enough to heal.