Tonsillectomy or tonsillectomy refers to the complete removal of the palatine tonsils using surgical procedures. It is one of the most common operations, although nowadays it is no longer performed as a preventive measure, as was still very common in the 1970s. What is tonsillectomy? Tonsillectomy or tonsillectomy refers to the complete removal of the … Tonsillectomy: Treatment, Effect & Risks
Introduction The duration of an acute tonsillitis depends largely on the type of pathogen. There are two main groups, bacteria and viruses. Acute viral tonsillitis is more common, but usually less severe. Unfortunately, a viral infection can only be treated symptomatically, i.e. one only combats the symptoms and gives the body enough time to recover. … Duration of acute tonsillitis
Synonym tonsillectomy General information If there are more than three to four tonsillitis cases per year (recurrent tonsillitis or chronic tonsillitis), the indication for removal of the palatal tonsils (tonsillectomy) can be given. It often occurs in combination with hyperplasia of the pharyngeal tonsils. With such an enlargement of the palatine tonsil, nowadays it is … Tonsillectomy
Pain After removal of the tonsils, moderate to very severe sore throat can be expected. The pain is typically worst in the first two days after the operation and decreases continuously. Metamizol or Diclofenac is usually prescribed as painkilling medication. Painkillers containing the active ingredient acetylsalicylic acid should not be used as medication, as they … Pain | Tonsillectomy
