Preparing in advance for a smooth recovery will help you to recover after tonsillectomy surgery. A tonsillectomy is one of the more painful surgeries with a recovery process that can take a week or two. So its better to manage your recovery proactively, rather than try to downplay the pain of recovery associated with this […]
Tonsillectomy in Children
Tonsillectomy is a commonly performed surgery for children. This procedure may be recommended for children who have recurrent cases of tonsillitis. Tonsillectomy is often needed for children who have recurrent Strep throat, obstructive sleep apnoea, or other complications of tonsillitis such as rheumatic fever. A tonsillectomy can relieve a great deal of discomfort and has other benefits as […]
Quinsy Throat Infection
What is Quinsy? Quinsy is also known as a peritonsillar abscess, which is a collection of pus that forms between the tonsil and the wall of the throat. It is caused primarily by infection with streptococcus bacteria. Quinsy is often a complication of untreated tonsillitis and is a common and painful condition. However, with the […]
Easing the Pain of Tonsillitis
Tonsils are located in the back of your child’s throat and work as filters, to trap germs that might otherwise enter their airways, leading to infection. Tonsils also produce the antibodies that fight infection. However, sometimes the tonsils themselves can be infected. They can become overwhelmed by viruses or bacteria, which cause them to get […]
The Tonsils
The tonsils are lymphatic tissue in the back of the throat above and below the tongue. The tonsils are relatively small in the first year of a baby’s life and increase in size as a child grows older. They are usually at their largest between the ages of four and seven years. As part of […]
The Throat
About The Throat We have all suffered the annoyance of having a sore throat at some point in our lives. The throat is an important part of our anatomy and is closely related to other clinically important structures. The throat is a muscular tube which is integral for both the respiratory and the digestive systems. […]
What to eat after a tonsillectomy
Tips from a dietitian about what to eat after a tonsillectomy The pain associated with tonsillitis or tonsillectomies can make eating food very daunting for children. Yet it is important to have optimal nutrition during this time, especially during recovery from surgery. Whilst offering your child ice cream is better than them not eating at […]
Effect of tonsillectomy on the immune system
What is Tonsillectomy? Tonsillectomy is a surgical procedure which removes the palatine tonsils, generally following chronic tonsillitis or tonsillitis resulting in other complications, such as breathing difficulties. It is one of the most commonly performed surgical procedures in children. Similarly, adenotonsillectomy is the surgical removal of both the palatine tonsils and the adenoids. The tonsils and […]
After Your Tonsillectomy
What To Do After Tonsillectomy Many adults and many children have a tonsillectomy to avoid the problems of chronic tonsillitis. If you will be undergoing the procedure or your child will be, you may be wondering what you should expect during recovery. Many people worry about the recovery time frame and they worry that it may […]
Adenoidectomy
Adenoidectomy Alleviates Obstruction of the Airway Most of us have heard of tonsillectomies, and probably know many people who have had their tonsils removed as children. An adenoidectomy—the surgical removal of the adenoids—is sometimes performed along with a tonsillectomy. However, the tonsils and adenoids are looked at separately by today’s ENT specialists to determine the […]
When is Adenoid Removal Necessary?
Adenoids are two masses of tissue that are located in the upper portion of the throat behind the nose. Also known as pharyngeal tonsils, adenoids are not as easy to see as tonsils are. ENT specialists use mirrors, scopes or, in some cases, x-rays in order to examine these sponge-like tissues. In children, the adenoids […]
