Tonsil Removal Surgery: Everything You Need To Know About The Procedure
Tonsillectomy is the surgical removal of the tonsils. This procedure is usually performed to address sleep-disordered breathing but may also be considered to treat tonsillitis that occurs frequently or does not respond to other treatments. A tonsillectomy may also be necessary to treat breathing and other problems related to enlarged tonsils and to treat rare diseases of the tonsils. In this article, we will share everything you need to know about tonsillectomy, from preparing for the procedure to the recovery process.