Question 1

average adult weight loss with tonsillectomy?

Accepted Answer

UNLESS CHRONICALLY: Enlarged tonsils is causing sleep apnea, no weight loss is expected. If you have your tonsils removed though, because of the likelihood you won't be able to eat solids for several days, you may lose a couple pounds.

Question 2

i'm still snoring after tonsillectomy, my previous weight 86kg now reduce to 76kg. is there any reason for snoring even after done 3 level surgeries.

Accepted Answer

Sleep apnea?: Have you had a formal sleep study? Has your ENT suggested c-pap or bi-pap? Has your ENT suggested a uvulectomy or reduction of excess posterior phayngeal tissue?: these can all contribute to ongoing snoring. You will laso need a pulmonary medical evaluation.

Question 3

how common is it after tonsillectomy to completely permanently lose gag reflex on one side of the throat?

Accepted Answer

: Rather unusual and almost unique.  Would see a neurologist as this would involve cranial nerves and hard to conceive as to how it could occur

Question 4

how much is it to get a tonsillectomy with insurance?

Accepted Answer

Depends: It depends upon the hospital and your insurance. Hospitals and doctors charge different amounts for surgeries. Insurances cover different amounts. You need to talk to your hospital and your insurance company to get these answers.

Question 5

how much time after tonsillectomy does the pain take to get better?

Accepted Answer

3 weeks: You may want to ask your surgeon this. Recovery will include major throat pain for 2 weeks, followed by additional pain for another week.

Question 6

help, how much bleeding is too much bleeding after tonsillectomy/adnoidectomy?

Accepted Answer

Not much: Bleeding usually stops almost immediately after surgery.

Question 7

what is a tonsillectomy like?

Accepted Answer

Tonsilectomy ?: Tonsillectomy is surgical removal of tonsils from their place in the throat.

Question 8

what happens during a tonsillectomy?

Accepted Answer

Tonsillectomy basics: from Mayo Clinic:  http://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/tonsillectomy/basics/what-you-can-expect/prc-20019889

Question 9

how can i prepare for a tonsillectomy?

Accepted Answer

Tonsillectomy: Prepare by having realistic expectations about your recovery.  You well need to be out of work for 1-2 weeks minimum.  Sore throat will be expected.  Have lots of liquids particularly icy liquids as hydration is essential.  Soft diet, and advance to regular as tolerated.  Your doctor will likely prescribe pain medication if Tylenol/ibuprophen is not adequate.  Expect low grad temps, bad breath.

Question 10

when can i smoke after tonsillectomy ?

Accepted Answer

Ask your doctor: At 18 y/o you should really consider not taking it up again.  Smoking is a leading factor in heart attacks and the number one factor in lung cancers and copd.  Being a cardiothoracic surgeon i unfortunately see the end stages of these diseases.   Take this opportunity to stop.  Breathing through a hole in your neck in a wheelchair with one leg on dialysis and in heart failure isn't fun or cool.

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