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Tonsillectomy
Hai,my daughter suffered with tonsils
She is 3years old.her weight 15k.g
doctor preferred tonsillectomy.in this age could remove the tonsils.why should come tonsils.my son also suffered with tonsils.and removed it in 2months back.please suggest me
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Dr. Vinay S Bhat
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
15 yrs exp
Bangalore
Recurrent attacks of throat pain and difficulty in swallowing which comes atleast 7 to 8 times a year or obstructive sleep apnea with snoring and mouth breathing are common indications for adeno tonsillectomy in children. Usually tonsillectomy is deferred till age of 5 to 6 years unless very severe. So surgery is not absolute necessity except in cases of severe obstructive sleep apnea
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