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Tonsillectomy Surgery
Krescent Healthcare offers advanced tonsillectomy surgery by the Specialised Team
As part of the tonsillectomy procedure, both palatine tonsils are completely removed from the back of the throat. Krescent Healthcare offers safe, effective tonsillectomy surgery in India. Our ENT surgeons are expert and experienced and have performed several surgeries, including tonsillectomy, for many years. Contact us today to schedule your appointment.
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What is a Tonsillectomy?
Surgical procedures for removing tonsils include tonsillectomy. Tonsils are fleshy, oval-shaped pads of tissue located behind the back of the throat. It is the most effective and long-lasting way to treat sore throats. Chronic tonsillitis sufferers find it drastically improves their quality of life.
As well as treating breathing problems, tonsillectomy can also treat other diseases related to tonsils, such as enlarged tonsils and rare tonsil diseases. The recovery time for tonsillectomy is generally about 10 days to 2 weeks. The recovery period, however, can vary from person to person, depending on their overall health condition.
Diagnosis Before Tonsillectomy Surgery
A comprehensive diagnostic evaluation is necessary prior to tonsillectomy to determine the severity of the condition and determine whether tonsillectomy is the appropriate treatment. An ENT doctor will perform the following diagnostic tests:
Physical examination: The doctor will check the neck lymph nodes for signs of infection and examine the throat for abnormalities. They may also assess breath sounds to determine if the lung is affected.
Throat swab: An examination of throat discharge will be conducted with a sterilised swab for laboratory culture. If there are associated infections like sinusitis or pulmonary infection, additional samples may be taken from the nose and larynx. This helps identify the specific pathogen causing the infection and guides appropriate medication selection.
More severe presentations may require additional diagnostic tests such as a complete blood count (CBC), X-ray, or CT scan.
Tonsil surgery preparation
In order to fully understand a patient's overall health status, the physician must assess the patient's medical history and current medications before undergoing surgery.
Here are some tips for preparing for tonsil surgery:
Before surgery, your doctor may recommend discontinuing certain medications, since they may increase the risk of bleeding. They may need to be discontinued for a specific period.
It may be necessary to conduct blood tests to determine if there are any bleeding tendencies or medical conditions that could affect the safety of the surgery.
Blood tests may be necessary to determine if the patient has bleeding tendencies or medical conditions that may affect the surgery's safety.
The area being treated should not be treated with cosmetics, deodorant, or topical medicines prior to the procedure in order to avoid potential complications.
Before surgery, quit smoking and refrain from using nicotine-based products since they can impair healing and increase complications.
The healthcare provider may also recommend avoiding alcohol consumption for a specified period of time.
Before surgery, it is recommended that you fast for at least eight hours to reduce the risk of aspiration.
Tonsillectomy Recovery
You should expect to recover fully from a tonsillectomy within 2-3 weeks. Here are some simple tips to assist with your recovery:
Stay away from strenuous activities that could strain the surgical site, as this can cause swelling and delay healing. Rest adequately and avoid straining your throat or voice.
Drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration and reduce swelling after surgery.
Fried, spicy, and crispy foods can irritate the surgical wound and cause complications.
Foods that are soft and nutritious, such as ice creams, yoghurt, broth, mashed potatoes, scrambled eggs, and pudding, are gentle on your throat and provide essential nutrients.
If you take your prescribed medications as directed by your healthcare provider, you will be able to manage pain and prevent infections.
Massage the surgical area several times a day with an ice pack for the first 2-3 days following the surgery. This will help alleviate swelling.
In general, you should wait at least two weeks before undertaking a long journey. However, if this is unavoidable, consult your surgeon for their approval.
Benefits of Tonsil surgery for Tonsillitis
Tonsil surgery has the following benefits:
Enhanced quality of life : In addition to causing significant pain, tonsillitis can also hinder everyday activities such as talking, eating, and breathing. A tonsillectomy can alleviate these problems and improve quality of life.
Minimised time off work or school : It is common for people with severe tonsil infections to miss work or school, resulting in increased absences and reduced productivity. Tonsillectomy procedures reduce the number of days off work or school, resulting in improved attendance and productivity.
Improved sleep : An enlarged tonsil can cause breathing difficulties and result in sleep apnea, which disrupts the sleep cycle and causes fatigue and mood swings. A tonsillectomy can prevent or treat sleep apnea, enabling better sleep.
Reduced infections : As tonsil infections can cause adenoiditis, sinusitis, sore throats, and pulmonary infections, removing the tonsils will effectively help prevent future occurrences.
Decreased medication usage : This prevents the body from developing a tolerance to these medicines and keeps a balanced immune response by reducing the need for prescription medications like antibiotics.
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