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I have been diagnosed and told to undergo tonsillectomy. I just want to know whether there are any consequences. Is it completely okay undergoing tonsillectomy.

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Tonsillectomy is relatively a safe procedure in experienced hands. If you have indications for tonsillectomy it's better to undergo this procedure as it will significantly improve your quality of life ...  Read More

I am 28 years old.I had tonsillectomy 8 months back..what care should I take to avoid future problems?I heard that adult tonsillectomy will have long term effects in future..is this true??kindly suggest

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My friend as had a tonsillectomy does he need to have speech and language therapy after the operation

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Tonsillectomy is a surgical procedure to remove palatine tonsils in our oropharynx. If done properly without injuring surrounding structures it won't have any long term post operative problems includi ...  Read More

What will be the total charges for tonsillectomy surgery? And how many days required to recover?

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An average charge for tonsillectomy would be around 35 to 40k on average in a decent private set up. You will need 4-5 days for 70-80% of pain to subside and a week to 10days roughly for almost full r ...  Read More

Is there any change in structure of throat which last long after tonsillectomy ..Plzz tell me or it will be normal like before?

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Hi. Yes there wil changes after Tonsillectomy. ...  Read More

Can we do betakind Gargle after tonsillectomy ? It's been 5 days i got operated & m confused how many times should I gargle

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Hello practo user Normally gargles are suggested for 7days post surgery thrice daily Sometimes you may need it for longer duration This can be suggested after examination of your throat ...  Read More

I had tonsillectomy and sinus surgery in oct 2019.Will there be any future complicatations like decrease in immunity or upper respiratory infections with tonsillectomy?

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No. Follow this 1. Do saline gargles daily. 2. Whenever possible do steam inhalation also. 3. Cover your nose and mouth with hanky for at least 30 sec when you go in dusty areas also when you go in a ...  Read More

Which gargle is better to use after tonsillectomy surgery..Maxtra gargle or betakind? Amongst both which is much better

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Maxtra is better for swelling and pain relief.. depends upon how much time post tonsillectomy . ...  Read More

How many days it takes for an adult of 22 yrs to completely recover after tonsillectomy..& how long the pain lasts

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it takes a maximum of 2 to 3 days witb regular medication and antibiotic gargling. Eating icecream immediate postop will give u a great relief from pain. Ur doctor wil take carr of that. No problem ...  Read More

I have this bad taste aftet tonsillectomy is there nothing I can do or use to make it better I'm not able to eat anything then I vomit from it 12 days since op

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Usually slough in the operation site along with antibiotics which are used post operatively can cause taste disturbance. There may be associated reflux laryngopharyngitis too which is type of acidity ...  Read More

What to do when you have side effects from homeopathy medicines? Side effect- Nausea Medicines - for anxiety Dr. Reckeweg Please suggest something.

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My mother has auditory hallucinations, so she's been taking medicine for that. The doctor prescribed Riscon Plus tablet. She's been on it for 3 months now. She started having problems like feeling very tired, leg vibrations, and inability to sit properly. So the doctor said he'd give tablets for 3 weeks and reduced the dose of the same Riscon Plus.

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Yes, it will help to reduce side effects ...  Read More

Hi dr, i had my tonsillectomy on 7 feb due to tonsilolith on right tonsil , all the surgery patches healed properly but there is small pus pustule on palatoglossal arch of right side,..pus is not much but its visible I took iv antibiotics for it for 5 days But its same My ENt said to wait for 2 more weeks What should i do?

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If the patient is suffering from depression & not sleeping well at night , but sleeping day time , Can he take TryQ 10 & melonin tablets ? Are there any side effects of Try Q 10 tablets and taking Acknotin Tablets along with anti depression tablets . Please guide

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I am suffering from tonsillitis very frequently. I am getting throat pain and mouth ulcer and difficulty in swallowing. It is recurring several times in a year and becomes unbearable. I have got asthma and this tonsillitis tigers asthma attack each time and makes life miserable. Is it wise to make tonsillectomy operation at this age to become free

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Need physical check up to confirm whether it's tonsillitis or pharyngitis ...  Read More

My dr suggested me to do tonsillectomy is it safe I m very much stressed I have 2 small kids due to my tonsils problem I m getting fever and severe pain in throat please help me to feel relax I m scared of surgery

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No need to worry... U can go for the procedure ...  Read More

I have frequent incidents of tonsillectomy/pharyngitis, snd have to eat antibiotics so many times. An entire few years back said if you have to eat antibiotics more than 3 times a year for this, go for tonsil removal. Should I go for surgery? I read one study that says it increases the risk of certain types of cancers in the next decades? Is that

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It doesn't increase the risk for cancer. But, meet an ENT doctor so that he can assess you in person. If the reason of frequent throat pain is tonsillitis, you may need tonsillectomy surgery. ...  Read More

I have given 10 ml of worm medicine to my daughter today and yesterday also, instead of waiting for two weeks . Is there any side effects??

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No side effects at all Don't worry But don't repeat now. ...  Read More

I had lot of gas and bad digestion loose motion once, I have been give Rcifex 400 x 2 for 4 days , velgut x 2 for 5 days, somproz x 1 for 10 days, Today is day 3 loose motion today , once apart from my regular morning motion is due to side effects of medicine? Pls advise

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atibiotics can cause loose motions too.. Connect please ...  Read More

I lost my virginity and after 2 days I took i pill for the first time . Even though he did not ejaculate inside my vagina. I did not any side effects from i pill , does that mean the medicine did not work ? And after how many days i can do pregnancy test if required

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Do medicine like depout 25, episod 25, and etizolam cause major side effects advised by psychiatrist for insomnia and fear and excessive negative thoughts , also ongoing. Medicine for h pylori , also excessive gases from.a long time which are not improving with treatment for a week tablet enzispor , pyloflush , itorihenz and esogress 40 , are night

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Any homepathy medicine has side effects of unexplained ithcing and Dr can't understand why is itching and says dry skin is reason for itching...side effects of homeopathy medicine,?

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They are not side effects. Called accessory symptoms. Occurs because of partial similar medicine. It should be short lasting if the medicine is stopped. If the symptom persists after stopping medicine ...  Read More

What are side effects of homeopathy medicine Whether 15-15 drops can be taken ? For how many months ?

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One homoeopathic medicine can produce 1000 symptoms. It is difficult to mention. In short take medicine only on proper prescription. ...  Read More

Is deviry 10 make u sleepy and gives headache I taken this from yesterday and feeling weak and sleepy Is this side effects??

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Side effects do occur with deviry ...  Read More

I am experiencing side effects of my medication because I am finding difficult to write. Please tell me am I correct?

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Pls give more details about your diagnosis and drugs. ...  Read More

Please can someone tell me the the side effects of neeri kft And does it work for insomnia Thank you

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No side effects... It will not help in insomnia... ...  Read More

My son is having tonsils and we decided to get him surgery for him so my question is :- 1) How many types of tonsils surgeries are there ? And which type of surgery is good without pain 2) How many days it will take to recover

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Conventional dissection and snare method is good. Recovery wont take more than a week. ...  Read More

I'm a medical student. Is there any book available to study how to treat side effects caused by drugs?

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My mother does not have any side effects after her 1st chemo.does that mean chemo is not working. Thanku

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No, side effect is not a measure of working effectiveness of chemotherapy. It depends upon a lot of factors. Need to know that she received which chemotherapy and for which cancer. ...  Read More

Are there any major side effects of tryptomer 25mg and and flunil 20mg. I am a hypertension patient and My weight is 105kg

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If given for the right indication then these medications are very safe. In fact I will venture out and say that these medications are safer than your antihypertensives. Provided you are taking them un ...  Read More

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