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I have severe grade 4 enlarged tonsils nearly meeting in midline. ent wants to remove with concerns about apnea. isn't tonsillectomy risky in adults?
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MGT: A virtual consult maya be useful in reviewing your symptoms, history of infections and signs/symptoms of apnea.
Answered 3/4/2017
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