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How long is recovery from a tonsillectomy as an adult?
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Tonsillectomy postop: Adult recovery from tonsillectomy ranges from 1-2 weeks. Recovery depends on tonsillectomy technique, pain tolerance, underlying health issues and reason for tonsillectomy. It is important to follow your surgeon's recommendations as to diet, activity and medications during the post operative course.
Answered 1/1/2021
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Varies: Depends on the method to take them out. Some methods of intracapsular tonsillectomy (see www.Itonsil.Com) take 2 days, while the conventional methods most otolaryngologists use can take 2-3 weeks.
Answered 10/3/2016
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