PreOp® Pediatric: Tonsillectomy Patient Education
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http://www.PreOp.comPatient ED @ 617-379-1582 INFOYour doctor has recommended that you - or your child - undergo surgery to remove you or your child's tonsils. But what does that actually mean?Your tonsils are located in the throat at the back of your mouth - one on either side of the uvula. Together, your tonsils work to help fight infection entering the body through the mouth. They are part of your immune system.Occasionally tonsils themselves become infected. This condition is called tonsillitis.During an attack of tonsillitis, the tonsils can become inflamed and can cause fever and body aches. In addition, tonsillitis can increase the chance of other complicating illnesses, including:Enlargement of the lymph nodes in the neck.Enlargement of the tonsils causing difficulty breathing or swallowing.Recurrent bronchitis. And other conditions caused by infection.In most cases, a doctor will recommended the surgical removal of tonsils only when tonsillitis becomes chronic and begins to interfere with daily life.Luckily, in most people, the immune system is more than able to compensate for the loss of the tonsils and having them removed will not in any way weaken you. You should make sure you have spoken to your doctor about the particular reasons behind his or her recommendation.And remember, the final decision is up to you. No one can force you to undergo a surgical procedure against your will.
Canal: Education
Añadido: November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am
Autor: PreOpcom
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zardcat1111 (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)
do you know if removing tonsils make your breath smell better?
sorodo95592 (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)
i havent had my tonsils taken out yet.but i have herbopolsy on my left arm,if it wasnt for physical therapy it would look like im raising my hand that would be wierd during school lol
rockelle144 (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)
It's completely fine they put you in sleep and then when you wake up it's over i had them out just a head's up you might be dizzy and might throw up so yeah watch out.Ice cream does not help it hurts!
jimmybrimmz (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)
same im 14, i first had it when i was 12.. then got it this year (2008) 3 times within like 4 or 5 months it fucking sucksnow my tonsils are really big all the time and im always thinking im gunna get it again arhghghghgh
BladeButcher (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)
Alive?I meant to say awake, sorry.
BladeButcher (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)
Nothing will be wrong. Don't take the gas. I threw up for about 3 days after taking the gas, while my brother who took the shot didn't. XddYou won't get them removed while you are alive.I have had strep throat atleast 10 times before I had a tonsillectomy. They were only minor cases, though.You will probably not feel any pain after the surgery.. You will be hopped up on advil+kodine. You may have to stay home from school/eat only liquified(Yogurt, Icecream..) things for a day.
nenenikki12 (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)
it's alittle fun i have mine took out last week when they take it out its sore so you have to eat alot of liquid stuff like ice cream no solid food and they have to be colded so it can heal and you can eatagain well solid food
ShakeItLikeThatX (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)
i'm 14 and i might have to get my Tonsils out :(i am so scared :( :( i dont know what it will be like .. anybody want to fill me in ? :)i get it about every second week .. not so nicee :(much love ..x
MattRockin (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)
thats picture is scary as hell!!
kulosek123 (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)
of course it will hurt omg what you with it wont hurt?you wont be able to swollow nothing for maybe a day or 2 i think
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