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Had tonsillectomy two weeks ago, secondary hemorrhaging last tuesday. pain is unbearable and pain meds not helping hurts to swallow?

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

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Tonsillectomy pain: Had tonsillectomy two weeks ago, secondary hemorrhaging last Tuesday. Pain is unbearable and pain Meds not helping hurts to swallow? ANS: not sure what the question is but I recommend you see the surgeon who knows your case best.

Answered 2/16/2017

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