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Is Tonsilectomy Allowed When You Are Overweight?

Hi i am 16 stone and 18 years old. I have suffered from tonsil stones and tonsilitis for 3 years. I have my pre op for a tonsilectomy in a few days and my operation is in one week. My blood pressure is fine. Will i still be allowed the operation even though im overweight?t
Fri, 7 Feb 2014
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Hello!
yes, sure , if you dont have any other problems like high bp or sugars, you will be allowed for the surgery.
dont worry!!thanks
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Is Tonsilectomy Allowed When You Are Overweight?

Hello! yes, sure , if you dont have any other problems like high bp or sugars, you will be allowed for the surgery. dont worry!!thanks