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I am 3 days in from a tonsilectomy. i am getting super hungry when can i start eating regular food?

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Dr. Steven Warren answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Ask surgeon: if no bleeding you can start with some soft foods and liquids do not use any rough foods now like potato chips or raw vegetables the thick liquids and soft foods would be great check with your surgeon

Dr Munshower and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/16/2014

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