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How long until speaking normal after tonsillectomy?

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Dr. James Sidman answered

Specializes in Pediatric ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Up to 6 weeks: The palate can be a bit stiff after a tonsillectomy and make the voice sound weird. This should be gone by 6 weeks after surgery. If it is not, go see your ENT doctor.

Answered 6/10/2014

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