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What is the recovery like for a 4 year old after getting a tonsillectomy?
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STATUS POST T/A: Tonsillectomy is a 1 day surgery. Child is sent home with plenty of ice drinks or ice cream to eat to prevent bleeding. Postop is usually uneventful, complete recovery is expected within a week or two.
Answered 5/10/2012
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1 to 2 Weeks: Average 10 days, when it is all said and done.
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