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Suggest Treatment For Recurrent Tonsillitis

Posted on Thu, 29 Jun 2017

Question: I have a serious case of tonsillitis which keeps flaring up every few months. Of late, it has become worse and am now considering removal of my tonsils.

Answered by Dr. Priyanka Aggarwal (7 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Chronic tonsillitis

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome to Healthcare Magic and thanks for putting up the query
If there is recurrent episodes of tonsillitis, tonsillectomy or removal of tonsils is the best option.
Any acute infection should be first treated with antibiotics and than go for tonsillectomy.
it is better if you can send me the pictures of your throat so that I can suggest you better.
Any further questions are always welcome.
Thanks and regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng

Follow up: Dr. Priyanka Aggarwal (32 minutes later)

What does the procedure entail and how long does recovery take? Also, any suggestions on the surgeon who is a known expert here?

Answered by Dr. Priyanka Aggarwal (5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Chronic tonsillitis

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Tonsillectomy is done via mouth under General anaesthesia. Patient is XXXXXXX next day and can resume duties in 5 days or a week.
There are some dietary restrictions for few days.
Please tell me which place you belong to?
Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad

Follow up: Dr. Priyanka Aggarwal (15 minutes later)

I am currently based out of XXXXXXX and reside in XXXXXXX

Answered by Dr. Priyanka Aggarwal (12 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Chronic tonsillitis

Detailed Answer:
Hi
I personally don't know anyone in that region. You should consult an ENT surgeon for this.
Take care
Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Kampana