A Tonsil Removal is a fairly common procedure and provides several health benefits to the patient. Dr. Paine is experienced in performing tonsillectomies for both children and adults. The Tonsillectomy Procedure Dr. Paine performs the tonsillectomy as an outpatient procedure under general anesthesia. ...
Tonsil stones, also known as tonsilloliths, are fairly common in adults. Tonsil stones are caused by the accumulation of bacteria and debris that become lodged in tonsils, particularly in the crypts or crevices of the tonsils. This usually leads to bad breath. I’ve had so many questions abo...
In situation when tonsils are bleeding chronically, most often surgical removal of tonsils (tonsillectomy) is recommended. There is a variety of traditional surgical approaches, but the newest is the fastest in recovery and has less postoperative pain. It is called PITA (Powered intracapsular tonsill...
Removal of tonsils -- or tonsillectomy -- is most common in children under age 12, often because of recurring infections. Adults sometimes get tonsillectomies, especially for sleep problems caused by enlarged tonsils. Typical costs: For those not covered by health insurance, a tonsillectomy -- ...
tonsils. Tonsils produce secretory antibodies aimed atdiphtheria,Streptococcus, and a number ofrespiratory virusesincluding polio andrubella viruses. The removal of tonsils (tonsillectomy) severely reduces the production of secretory antibodies and may increase the risk for repeated infections of the...
Today, only severe or chronic cases require this procedure. And while it’s more common for children to have tonsillectomies, it’s also possible for adults. To qualify for a tonsillectomy, you need to have seven cases of tonsillitis or strep throat within one year. During a tonsillectomy...
I am a 34 year old male that had a tonsillectomy, uvula removal, and a setoplasty on Sept 7Th, 2006 to hopefully correct my sleep apnea. All 3 procedures done at once! I am on day 17 right now. Throat is still a little sore. My lymph nodes in my neck are still swollen. I can...
Surgical removal of the tonsils (tonsillectomy) is sometimes recommended for certain people with chronic tonsillitis, recurrent tonsillitis not responsive to antibiotics, or difficulty breathing because of enlarged tonsils. An ENT specialist is consulted for treatment of these people. ...
Even though tonsils are an important part of the body, sometimes a doctor will recommend tonsil removal, a procedure called a tonsillectomy.
Byline: Janice YoungwithFor baby boomers growing up in the '60s, getting your tonsils removed was almost a rite of passage.Today nearly half a million children under the age of 15 have their tonsils removed each year, making the procedure the second most common reason for care in children'...