What To Expect From Having Tonsils Removed

Risks Of The Procedure

Tonsillectomies are very commonly performed and routine procedures. Both adults and children undergo them, and most experience very few complications. As far as major surgeries go, this one carries relatively few risks. Most surgeons have extensive experience performing tonsillectomies, and the procedure itself is simple enough that there's a low chance of medical mistakes. However, because it's major surgery, there are still some risks associated with it. Patients might experience swelling around the surgical site. It's also possible they'll develop an infection, though surgeons will take steps to manage this risk. Patients will also likely be given aftercare instructions to further minimize the risk of infection. Patients might also experience bleeding around the surgical site, especially if they take medications or have medical conditions that reduce their clotting factors. There's also a chance they'll have an adverse reaction to the anesthesia. Before the procedure, patients should make sure their anesthesiologist knows about any potential adverse reactions they've had in the past.

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