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What Are The After Effects Of Tonsillectomy Surgery?

Hi doctor, about 3 months back I had a sinusotomy and tonsillectomy surgery. I am still recovering and notice that my tongue has been changing after the surgery. I tend to get burnt tongue easily esp taking hot (temperature) food and started to get sensitive to food that has pepper or sesame oil or seed. Is this common?
Tue, 5 Jan 2016
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Hi..
Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..

I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns..

As per your complain it seems that you are suffering from Apthous Stomatitis that is inflammation inside mouth leading to increased sensitivity of the tongue and it is causing burning and sensitivity to pepper or spices..
It can be due to side effects of medicines, Deficiencies of Vitamin B12 and iron, Dry mouth, acid reflux, Oral infections like Thrush, hormonal imbalances etc..
I would suggest you to consult an Oral Physician and get evaluated and a thorough clinical evaluation can help in diagnosis and treatment can be planned accordingly..
As of now you can start gargling with a numbing mouthwash containing Lignocaine.
Take multivitamins daily..
Avoid spicy and hot food and take soft diet..
Drink plenty of water and chew sugar free chewing gum..
Such ice and do cold water gargles..

Hope this information helps..

Thanks and regards.
Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.
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What Are The After Effects Of Tonsillectomy Surgery?

Hi.. Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC.. I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns.. As per your complain it seems that you are suffering from Apthous Stomatitis that is inflammation inside mouth leading to increased sensitivity of the tongue and it is causing burning and sensitivity to pepper or spices.. It can be due to side effects of medicines, Deficiencies of Vitamin B12 and iron, Dry mouth, acid reflux, Oral infections like Thrush, hormonal imbalances etc.. I would suggest you to consult an Oral Physician and get evaluated and a thorough clinical evaluation can help in diagnosis and treatment can be planned accordingly.. As of now you can start gargling with a numbing mouthwash containing Lignocaine. Take multivitamins daily.. Avoid spicy and hot food and take soft diet.. Drink plenty of water and chew sugar free chewing gum.. Such ice and do cold water gargles.. Hope this information helps.. Thanks and regards. Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.