Question 1

can you drink alcohol after a tonsilectomy?

Accepted Answer

No: The fossa that is raw will probably hurt and you may cause post op bleeding. Talk to your otolaryngologist / surgeon.

Question 2

when after tonsillectomy can you drink alcohol ?

Accepted Answer

No set time: As soon as you can drink without pain.

Question 3

when can you drink alcohol after getting a tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy?

Accepted Answer

: In moderation, within a day or two is safe -- but be careful if you were prescribed opioid pain meds. Ask your doctor if you remain uncertain.

Question 4

why does it take longer to recover from a tonsillectomy as an adult vs. as a child?

Accepted Answer

Tonsillectomy: Adults have had years of infections which can result in scar tissue.  Their tonsils are often much harder to remove (sometimes requiring more  trauma, cauterization, etc.) than kids.

Question 5

how long does it take an adult to recover from a tonsilectomy?

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A loaded question..: It is a rather simple but relatively loaded question...Typical recovery would be around 1-2 wks..The ability of the person to heal, the complexity of the surgery/how extensive, comorbid illness such as diabetes/medication use etc..Can influence healing/recovery etc...If u are generally healthy, u may feel quite well after a week..Consult your doc..Ask lots of questions..Good luck.

Question 6

how long will it take adult to recover from a tonsillectomy and an adenoidectomy?

Accepted Answer

Recovery: Recovery from tonsillectomy takes at least 2 weeks.  Stay off work or schooh for 1 week.  No strenuous activity for 2 weeks.  Slight pain can persist for a few weeks whenever one yawns.

Question 7

how horrible is a tonsillectomy for older adults?

Accepted Answer

Not Horrible: It is a routine surgery with some rare complications like bleeding and infection
But it is not a horrible surgery

Question 8

what is enough time to recover after a tonsilectomy?

Accepted Answer

Usually 2 weeks: I tell my patients 2 weeks. I don't want them traveling or leaving the area i'm in for 2 weeks due to concerns of post op bleeding. Recovery is about 85% at 2 weeks.

Question 9

what foods do adults get after having a tonsillectomy?

Accepted Answer

Same as kids: If you've had your tonsils completely out, you have a raw surface in your mouth.  We tell people to eat a soft diet with minimal chewing so that there is less risk of encouraging bleeding from the raw muscle in the back of the throat.  Concentrate on making sure you get enough fluids since that's way more important in the beginning.  Also, don't forget your pain medication!

Question 10

why woulda tonsillectomy on a child be less risky than an adult?

Accepted Answer

Easier for kids : The younger you are at tonsillectomy, the better you seem to do.  Younger kids vs teens, teens vs 20's, 20's vs 30's... The older ones seem to have a worse recovery with longer duration of pain.  Sometimes it is because there has been a longer time for scar tissue to build up.  Smoking and other medical comorbidities like high blood pressure can also make healing slower or bleeding more likely.

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