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Bleeding tonsil scab after tonsillectomy

2017-11-04 21:25:28
I got a tonsillectomy on Tuesday October 31st. The tonsil scab is now bleeding and I can taste blood. Should I go to the ER?
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Yes you should... After 1 week if the bleeding occurs it can be due to an infection at te operated site. You should get it checked as soon as possible...

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