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How long does getting your tonsils out take?
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Less than 30 mins: There are many techniques currently used to perform a tonsillectomy. All, typically take less than 30 mins including anesthesia in the outpatient surgical setting for a otherwise healthy adult.
Answered 12/27/2016
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