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How likely is it after a tonsillectomy to tear the sutures apart if they where placed to stop bleeding? also is it normal to have bleeding afterwards?
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Unlikely: Incidence of post tonsillectomy ( after removing tonsils ) is very low 0.6% Most of the time is oozing at tonsillar bed , rarely need re-operation to stop bleeding. Speak to your doctor and your fears
Answered 9/6/2016
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