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Getting my tonsils taken out. what are the possible bad rare complications in surgery?

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Multiple: Hemorrhage, infection, others, but these should all be explained to you in detail by the surgeon before the procedure. If you are not fully informed, ask questions, and if you are not satisfied with the answers, consider using a different doctor.

Answered 4/2/2012

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How to get rid of tonsil stones 100% without surgery?

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Three months back i had surgery to remove my tonsil stones to cure bad breath issue which i'm suffering from past 8 yrs, bad breath is still there.

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Hi What triggers tonsils, I mean type of food or beverage or cigarettes. How often must one get tonsils for you to suggest surgery thereof? Thank you

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It has been 3 months since I got my tonsils out and my uvela is still elongated. I can't sleep because it gets in the way of my airway and I gag constantly. I'm getting surgery tomorrow to get it clipped. Is this normal? The Dr. is being very nonchalant a

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2 years ago I had a tonsil removal surgery to cure tonsil stones. Ever since then I have experienced a dry mouth and a bad breath. Is there any treatment for dry mouth after Tonsil removal?

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