What is tonsillectomy?

tonsillectomy is a surgery used to remove the almonds of a person, which are two oval cushions that are located in the back of the neck. This type of surgery is often necessary because human almonds are repeatedly infected. Sometimes it is recommended when a person has an infection that does not appear with other forms of treatment provided by a doctor. In some cases, this type of surgery is even used to remove almonds that are so large that they disrupt normal breathing. However, adults may also need them. Tonsillitis often leads to this operation. Tonsillitis is a type of infection in which almonds dress and painful; Viruses usually cause tonsillitis, but bacterial infections can also lead. For example, mononucleosis is a virus that can lead to tonsillitis, and the throat of Strep is a bacterial infection that can have the same result. Tonsillectomy can also be bdoned when the almond cancer is suspected or diagnosed.

tonsillectomy is usually performed under general anesthesia, which means that the patient usually sleeps and unable to feel pain. The doctor uses a surgical tool to keep the patient's mouth open and put a scalpel or a burning tool in a person's mouth. This tool is used to cut the almonds from the person's neck and completely remove them from the mouth. In some tonsilectomy, adenoids of humans who are lymphatic masses found in the back of the nose are also removed.

Restoring from tonsilectomy usually involves pain treatment. The physician may prescribe painkillers or recommend acetaminophene to relieve pain; Drugs such as ibuprofen and aspirin avoid best as they can increase bleeding. The doctor may also prescribe antibiotics to prevent and/or eradicated infections. However, it is best to avoid sick people after tonsillectomy, because one can be more susceptible to contractual diseases after surgery. Usually the patient is put to stayal -hydrated after tonsillectomy and ate foods that are bland and soft; Many of them find relief from cold food food such as ice cream and apple sauce.

Generally, doctors recommend that the person rest in the first few weeks after the operation and participate in low impact activities. This means avoiding things like running, matching and playing contact sports. However, walking and other less physical activities are usually fine.