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Removing my tonsils for sleep apnea: will i have a lot of pain and how long will it take to recover?
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Yes: Depending on how severe the surgery is, or how large your tonsils are will determine how long it will take to heal. It should fill like a bad sore throat.
Answered 11/25/2014
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Varies with person: Definitely at your age there will be more discomfort and take longer to recover. If this takes care of the sleep apnea, it is definitely a wise decision. Discuss with your surgeon how much to expect.
Answered 3/13/2016
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