Monday, December 13, 2010

Coblation Tonsillectomy with Dr. Madan Kandula


Milwaukee, Wisconsin's Dr. Madan Kandula discusses the benefits of coblation assisted tonstillectomy.

Allysa's Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy


Allysa's Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy on January 21, 2008.

Sunday, December 12, 2010

Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy (T & A Surgery)


Shawn Ciecko MD -Otolaryngologist | Medical School at University of Buffalo | Resident in Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery at the Duke University
Medical Center | ENTandAllergy Associate

The Doctors - Laser Tonsillectomy


Dr. Schwimmer of The Snoring Center performs a Laser Tonsillectomy on "The Doctors"

Saturday, December 11, 2010

Laser Tonsillectomy Procedure: http://lasertonsillectomy.org


At http://lasertonsillectomy.org information can be found regarding doctors who perform this procedure and exactly how the procedure works. Laser Tonsillectomy has gained attention lately because of the reduced recovery time and substantial success rate.

Wednesday, December 8, 2010

Pediatric Tonsillectomy


Dr. Nina Shapiro, a pediatrician ear-nose-throat surgeon, performs a cutting-edge surgery to remove four-year-old Cadens tonsils.

The following video contains footage of actual medical procedures and is graphic in nature.

Tonsil Surgery


http://www.nucleusinc.com This 3D medical animation shows a tonsillectomy surgery (removal of the tonsils during tonsillitis) and adenoidectomy (removal of the adenoids). ANCE00187

Tuesday, December 7, 2010

Pediatric Tonsillectomy


Dr. Nina Shapiro, a pediatrician ear-nose-throat surgeon, performs a cutting-edge surgery to remove four-year-old Cadens tonsils.

The following video contains footage of actual medical procedures and is graphic in nature.

Sunday, December 5, 2010

Vicariously Episode 8: Tonsillectomy


In this very special episode of Vicariously, celebrity guest Janeane Garofalo (24, Wet Hot American Summer, Stella) helps Nick and Evan make a sweet young girl's dream come true... with a bit of unnecessary surgery. Lots of blood and gore: viewer discretion advised.

Saturday, December 4, 2010

The Doctors - Laser Tonsillectomy


Dr. Schwimmer of The Snoring Center performs a Laser Tonsillectomy on "The Doctors"

Lamya's Tonsillectomy,tonsillitis,steven Burres md


Lamya has terrible sore throat and "tonsillitis" she needs "tonsils removed" Dr Steven Burres is an expert at tonsil removal. For los angeles tonsil removal dr Steven Burres is an expert. Tonsillectomy is still routine. Tonsil removal helps. Distributed by Tubemogul.

Wednesday, December 1, 2010

my awful tonsillectomy


def the worst pain in my life! this is a really bad procedure to get done...lol, and now i sound like a demon! lol

Sunday, November 28, 2010

My tonsillectomy


trust me I know I look like a train that collided with a tanker hahah

Tonsil Surgery


http://www.nucleusinc.com This 3D medical animation shows a tonsillectomy surgery (removal of the tonsils during tonsillitis) and adenoidectomy (removal of the adenoids). ANCE00187

after tonsillectomy


gawsh that was pain

post-tonsillectomy


one week after my tonsillectomy, new dorm.

Saturday, November 27, 2010

Malpractice Medical Tonsillectomy Surgery 1


http://www.PreOp.com
Patient ED @ 617-379-1582 INFOMedical Malpractice and Patient Education Company
Your doctor has recommended that you - or your child - undergo surgery to remove you or your child's tonsils. But what does that actually mean?

Your tonsils are located in the throat at the back of your mouth - one on either side of the uvula. Together, your tonsils work to help fight infection entering the body through the mouth. They are part of your immune system.

Occasionally tonsils themselves become infected. This condition is called tonsillitis.
Medical Malpractice
During an attack of tonsillitis, the tonsils can become inflamed and can cause fever and body aches. In addition, tonsillitis can increase the chance of other complicating illnesses, including:

Enlargement of the lymph nodes in the neck.

Enlargement of the tonsils causing difficulty breathing or swallowing.

Recurrent bronchitis. And other conditions caused by infection.
Medical Malpractice
In most cases, a doctor will recommended the surgical removal of tonsils only when tonsillitis becomes chronic and begins to interfere with daily life.

Luckily, in most people, the immune system is more than able to compensate for the loss of the tonsils and having them removed will not in any way weaken you. You should make sure you have spoken to your doctor about the particular reasons behind his or her recommendation.
Medical Malpractice
And remember, the final decision is up to you. No one can force you to undergo a surgical procedure against your will.

Medical Malpractice and Patient Education Company

Coblation - Advanced Tonsillectomy Breakthrough


UCLA's Mattel Children's Hospital Offers Advanced Tonsillectomy Breakthrough

Three-year-old Isabel Sandford had trouble sleeping at night. Her enlarged tonsils blocked her airway, causing her to snore and making it difficult to breathe. Her doctor recommended a tonsillectomy to remove the enlarged tonsils.

However, instead of undergoing the traditional procedure, Isabel had her tonsils removed with a newer technique called Coblation tonsillectomy, offered at UCLA's Mattel Children's Hospital.

Derived from the words "controlled ablation," Coblation uses radio frequency energy to remove tissue through a significantly cooler process than traditional electrosurgery or lasers.

"The Coblation tonsillectomy is a gentle alternative that eliminates most of the pain and recovery time associated with tonsillectomies of the past," said Dr. Nina Shapiro, assistant professor of pediatric otolaryngology at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. "This technique gently breaks down tissue surrounding the tonsil instead of burning or cutting it out, which means less damage to the surrounding tissue and virtually no bleeding."

Using the Coblation wand device, the surgeon places the tip against the base of the tonsil to remove precisely the tissue attaching the tonsil to the throat. The surgeon then uses a foot pedal to control and activate the low-temperature, radio-frequency energy and saline conductive solution from the wand tip to the area around the tonsil. This action creates a plasma field that gently breaks down the targeted tissue. The wand also contains a coagulation feature that allows the surgeon to stop any bleeding quickly.

The Coblation tonsillectomy takes less than 15 minutes and is performed on an outpatient basis in an operating room under general anesthesia.

"With the traditional tonsillectomy, patients suffered sore throats, needed more pain medication and took a week or two to recuperate," Shapiro said. "Now, I'm finding that with this technique, patients can drink and eat a few hours after surgery, require less pain medication, and return to normal activity within a few days."

Tonsils are oval-shaped masses of lymphatic tissue located at the back of the throat that aid the body in fighting infections. Approximately 500,000 tonsillectomies are performed on children each year, making it the second-most common childhood surgery performed in the United States.

Although tonsils may need to be removed because of repeated infections, they are more likely to be taken out because they've grown too large for the child's airway.

"When children sleep, the muscles of the throat relax, and if the tonsils are enlarged they can press against the throat. This obstruction causes snoring, breathing difficulties and even sleep apnea," Shapiro said. "Ultimately, sleeping problems lead to either daytime fatigue or hyperactivity, as well as other behavioral problems, because the child is sleep-deprived."

The Federal Drug Administration approved Coblation for use in tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy procedures in July 2001. Since the first Coblation tonsillectomy was performed in January 2000, physicians have performed more than 50,000 procedures worldwide.

Isabel was home eating ice cream less than a few hours after her procedure and her parents said they were very pleased with the results.

"Isabel's healing process went so smoothly. She had very little pain and was back to her normal self very quickly," reported her mother, Raquel Sandford. "And, the original symptoms are gone — no more runny nose or snoring — she's quiet as a mouse when she sleeps!"

For more information on Coblation tonsillectomy at UCLA's Mattel Children's Hospital, please call (800) UCLA-MD1 or (800) 825-2631.

Mattel Children's Hospital at UCLA offers a full spectrum of primary and specialized medical care for infants, children and adolescents. Its mission is to provide state-of-the-art treatment for children in a compassionate atmosphere, as well as to conduct research that improves the understanding and treatment of pediatric diseases. For more information, please visit www.uclahealth.org/mattel.

Sound Sleep After Tonsillectomy


Tonsillectomy is the most common treatment for sleep-disordered breathing. Having your tonsils taken out doesn't have to be as painful as in years past. New advancements, such as Coblation are making the recovery far quicker and more comfortable for children.

Approximately three-fourths of all tonsillectomies are performed to remove enlarged tonsils, ones that are obstructing a child's ability to breathe and potentially leading to sleep-disordered breathing and obstructive sleep apnea. Symptoms of sleep disordered breathing include, restless sleep, snoring, poor academic performance, bedwetting and ADHD-type behaviors.

While relatively uncommon, due to the advancement of antibiotics, tonsils are still removed as a treatment for recurring or chronic tonsillitis.

Visit tonsilfacts.com for more information.

Friday, November 26, 2010

Sound Sleep After Tonsillectomy


Tonsillectomy is the most common treatment for sleep-disordered breathing. Having your tonsils taken out doesn't have to be as painful as in years past. New advancements, such as Coblation are making the recovery far quicker and more comfortable for children.

Approximately three-fourths of all tonsillectomies are performed to remove enlarged tonsils, ones that are obstructing a child's ability to breathe and potentially leading to sleep-disordered breathing and obstructive sleep apnea. Symptoms of sleep disordered breathing include, restless sleep, snoring, poor academic performance, bedwetting and ADHD-type behaviors.

While relatively uncommon, due to the advancement of antibiotics, tonsils are still removed as a treatment for recurring or chronic tonsillitis.

Visit tonsilfacts.com for more information.

emma's tonsillectomy


Emma gets her tonsils removed.

Thursday, November 25, 2010

Snoring Center - Laser Tonsillectomy


Dr. Craig Schwimmer of the Snoring Center demonstrates the benefite of reduced snoring and sleep spnea through a simple 30 min. pr Dr. Craig Schwimmer of the Snoring Center demonstrates the benefite of reduced snoring and sleep spnea through a simple 30 min. procedure called Laser tonsillectomy.

Malpractice Medical Tonsillectomy Surgery 1


http://www.PreOp.com
Patient ED @ 617-379-1582 INFOMedical Malpractice and Patient Education Company
Your doctor has recommended that you - or your child - undergo surgery to remove you or your child's tonsils. But what does that actually mean?

Your tonsils are located in the throat at the back of your mouth - one on either side of the uvula. Together, your tonsils work to help fight infection entering the body through the mouth. They are part of your immune system.

Occasionally tonsils themselves become infected. This condition is called tonsillitis.
Medical Malpractice
During an attack of tonsillitis, the tonsils can become inflamed and can cause fever and body aches. In addition, tonsillitis can increase the chance of other complicating illnesses, including:

Enlargement of the lymph nodes in the neck.

Enlargement of the tonsils causing difficulty breathing or swallowing.

Recurrent bronchitis. And other conditions caused by infection.
Medical Malpractice
In most cases, a doctor will recommended the surgical removal of tonsils only when tonsillitis becomes chronic and begins to interfere with daily life.

Luckily, in most people, the immune system is more than able to compensate for the loss of the tonsils and having them removed will not in any way weaken you. You should make sure you have spoken to your doctor about the particular reasons behind his or her recommendation.
Medical Malpractice
And remember, the final decision is up to you. No one can force you to undergo a surgical procedure against your will.

Medical Malpractice and Patient Education Company

Wednesday, November 24, 2010

Tonsillectomy with bovie


Dr. Richards removes the second tonsil during a tonsillectomy operation.

Caroline Tonsillectomy 27 Nov 2004 035.avi


about 2 hours after her tonsillectomy-and no opiates/pethidine .Antiinflammatory suppository with induction,iv Paracetamol and infiltrate tonsil bed with Lignocain.
Eating Nik Naks and drinking coke!!

Tuesday, November 23, 2010

Monday, November 22, 2010

Lamya's Tonsillectomy,tonsillitis,steven Burres md


Lamya has terrible sore throat and "tonsillitis" she needs "tonsils removed" Dr Steven Burres is an expert at tonsil removal. For los angeles tonsil removal dr Steven Burres is an expert. Tonsillectomy is still routine. Tonsil removal helps. Distributed by Tubemogul.

Our Friend the Tonsillectomy


What would a simple tonsillectomy look like under Presdient Obama's healthcare plan? This video will give you step by step instructions showing the simplicity of this procedure. Have no fear...Altair 6 educational films is here.

Graphic Tonsillectomy Surgery using the PEAK Surgical PlasmaBladeTM TnA (no audio)


Visit our website:
http://www.peaksurgical.com/applications/ent/

PEAK Surgical, Inc. and Medtronic, Inc. (NYSE: MDT) established an agreement that grants the Surgical Technologies business at Medtronic exclusive rights for global distribution and marketing of the PEAK PlasmaBlade® TnA (Tonsil and Adenoid) tissue dissection device for the ear, nose, and throat (ENT) market.

PEAK Surgical has developed a family of disposable surgical cutting and coagulation tools to ensure that ENT surgeons have the technology they need for a variety of procedures:

* The PlasmaBlade TnA is designed for ENT surgery with exchangeable tips that can be used for tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy.
* The PlasmaBlade 4.0, which is designed to be used to cut through all types of soft tissue, including skin, fat and muscle.
* The PlasmaBlade Needle, which has a fine needlepoint tip, is specifically designed for use in ultra-precise surgical procedures.
* The PlasmaBlade EXT is designed for use in surgical procedures requiring an extended tip to reach deep into an oral cavity, such as turbinate surgery.


Benefits of the PlasmaBlade in ENT Surgery
The PlasmaBlade provides ENT surgeons with a single precision device designed to remove both the tonsils and the adenoid.

For Tonsillectomy

* Constant suction integrated through the blade tip
* Anatomically contoured and tapered blade for ultra precise dissection and coagulation
* Rotatable tip for ease of use and angle adjustment
* Dry operating field for enhanced visibility

For Adenoidectomy

* Quickly and precisely de-bulk tissue and coagulate with one device
* Integrated suction evacuates smoke, blood and tissue
* Tip rotates and bends for variable anatomy and easy site access
* Potential for quick, bloodless adenoid removal

TnA Handle

* Ergonomic design for comfort and control
* Integrated suction for improved visibility
* Interchangeable and rotatable tips for easy access and positioning
* Finger tip controls for less clutter
* Optional footswitch control available


Surgical Procedures
Because it cuts tissue as precisely as a scalpel and controls bleeding as effectively as traditional electrosurgery without causing extensive collateral thermal damage to tissues, the PlasmaBlade is proving to be useful in a variety of ENT procedures, including:

* Tonsillectomy
* Adenoidectomy
* Septoplasty
* Rhinoplasty
* Tracheotomy
* Tumor removal



* Thyroidectomy
* Parotidectomy
* Uvula palatoplasty
* Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty
* Sleep apn

Tonsil Surgery


http://www.nucleusinc.com This 3D medical animation shows a tonsillectomy surgery (removal of the tonsils during tonsillitis) and adenoidectomy (removal of the adenoids). ANCE00187

Sunday, November 21, 2010

tonsillectomy


video to show how tonsillectomy is performed

visit my website for more medical animations and their downloads:
http://rufusrajadurai.wetpaint.com/

Tonsillectomy with bovie


Dr. Richards removes the second tonsil during a tonsillectomy operation.

Saturday, November 20, 2010

Caroline Tonsillectomy 27 Nov 2004 035.avi


about 2 hours after her tonsillectomy-and no opiates/pethidine .Antiinflammatory suppository with induction,iv Paracetamol and infiltrate tonsil bed with Lignocain.
Eating Nik Naks and drinking coke!!

post-tonsillectomy


one week after my tonsillectomy, new dorm.

Friday, November 19, 2010

Laser Tonsillectomy


One of the first Laser Tonsillectomy in Bulgaria.Made in Burgas-Oxycom Medical Center,Bulgaria done by surgeon-Dr.Lambov and anesthesiologist-Dr.Kurtev .

A tonsillectomy is a 2,000 year-old surgical procedure in which the tonsils are removed from either side of the throat. The procedure is performed in response to cases of repeated occurrence of acute tonsillitis or adenoiditis, obstructive sleep apnea, nasal airway obstruction, snoring, or peritonsillar abscess. Sometimes the adenoids are removed at the same time, a procedure called adenoidectomy. Although tonsillectomy is being performed less frequently than in the 1950s, it remains one of the most common surgical procedures in children.

Pediatric Tonsillectomy


Dr. Nina Shapiro, a pediatrician ear-nose-throat surgeon, performs a cutting-edge surgery to remove four-year-old Cadens tonsils.

The following video contains footage of actual medical procedures and is graphic in nature.

Malpractice Medical Tonsillectomy Surgery 3


http://www.PreOp.com
Medical Malpractice and Patient Education Company
Patient ED @ 617-379-1582 INFO
When the patient is asleep, a breathing tube will be inserted through the nose.
Next, the surgical team will pack the back of the throat with cotton or other material to absorb blood and prevent it from escaping down the back of the throat.
An instrument called a retractor will be used to hold the tongue.
Using a clamp, the surgeon will pull the tonsils toward the middle of the mouth.
Next, the tonsils are cut free by tightening a wire loop around each of their bases.
Finally, when the bleeding has lessened, the team will remove the packing and the breathing tube.
Depending on the age of the patient and the size of the tonsils, fine sutures may be used to close the blood vessels feeding the tonsils.

No bandage or other covering is required.


Medical Malpractice and Patient Education Company

Coblation tonsillectomy with Dr. Madan Kandula


Milwaukee, Wisconsin's Dr. Madan Kandula discusses Coblation technology for tonsillectomy and nasal obstruction on WTMJ Morning Blend.

Thursday, November 18, 2010

Tonsillectomy Surgery PreOp® Patient Education Feature


http://www.PreOp.com -or- http://bit.ly/PreOpFacebook -or- http://bit.ly/PreOpTwitter - Patient Education -
Patient Education Company
Your doctor has recommended that you - or your child - undergo surgery to remove you or your child's tonsils. But what does that actually mean?

Your tonsils are located in the throat at the back of your mouth - one on either side of the uvula. Together, your tonsils work to help fight infection entering the body through the mouth. They are part of your immune system.

Occasionally tonsils themselves become infected. This condition is called tonsillitis.

During an attack of tonsillitis, the tonsils can become inflamed and can cause fever and body aches. In addition, tonsillitis can increase the chance of other complicating illnesses, including:
Patient Education
Enlargement of the lymph nodes in the neck.

Enlargement of the tonsils causing difficulty breathing or swallowing.

Recurrent bronchitis. And other conditions caused by infection.

In most cases, a doctor will recommended the surgical removal of tonsils only when tonsillitis becomes chronic and begins to interfere with daily life.
Patient Education
Luckily, in most people, the immune system is more than able to compensate for the loss of the tonsils and having them removed will not in any way weaken you. You should make sure you have spoken to your doctor about the particular reasons behind his or her recommendation.

And remember, the final decision is up to you. No one can force you to undergo a surgical procedure against your will.

Patient Education Company

Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy (T & A Surgery)


Shawn Ciecko MD -Otolaryngologist | Medical School at University of Buffalo | Resident in Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery at the Duke University
Medical Center | ENTandAllergy Associate

Wednesday, November 17, 2010

Coblation Tonsillectomy


http://www.FauquierENT.net - A video showing how coblation tonsillectomy is performed is shown. A production by Fauquier ENT Consultants, PLC.

My tonsillectomy


trust me I know I look like a train that collided with a tanker hahah

Tuesday, November 16, 2010

Marissa's Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy Surgery Before & After


This movie was created to educate children who will be having surgery for the first time. Marissa was having surgery to have her Adenoid and Tonsils removed due to her sleep apnea. This was her first time in surgery and wanted to document it so that others kids will know what to expect. The clips will show beginning to end and will includes some hospital procedures.

Monday, November 15, 2010

Laser Tonsillectomy


One of the first Laser Tonsillectomy in Bulgaria.Made in Burgas-Oxycom Medical Center,Bulgaria done by surgeon-Dr.Lambov and anesthesiologist-Dr.Kurtev .

A tonsillectomy is a 2,000 year-old surgical procedure in which the tonsils are removed from either side of the throat. The procedure is performed in response to cases of repeated occurrence of acute tonsillitis or adenoiditis, obstructive sleep apnea, nasal airway obstruction, snoring, or peritonsillar abscess. Sometimes the adenoids are removed at the same time, a procedure called adenoidectomy. Although tonsillectomy is being performed less frequently than in the 1950s, it remains one of the most common surgical procedures in children.

Malpractice Medical Tonsillectomy Surgery 3


http://www.PreOp.com
Medical Malpractice and Patient Education Company
Patient ED @ 617-379-1582 INFO
When the patient is asleep, a breathing tube will be inserted through the nose.
Next, the surgical team will pack the back of the throat with cotton or other material to absorb blood and prevent it from escaping down the back of the throat.
An instrument called a retractor will be used to hold the tongue.
Using a clamp, the surgeon will pull the tonsils toward the middle of the mouth.
Next, the tonsils are cut free by tightening a wire loop around each of their bases.
Finally, when the bleeding has lessened, the team will remove the packing and the breathing tube.
Depending on the age of the patient and the size of the tonsils, fine sutures may be used to close the blood vessels feeding the tonsils.

No bandage or other covering is required.


Medical Malpractice and Patient Education Company

Coblation Tonsillectomy with Dr. Madan Kandula


Milwaukee, Wisconsin's Dr. Madan Kandula discusses the benefits of coblation assisted tonstillectomy.

Sunday, November 14, 2010

Caroline Tonsillectomy 27 Nov 2004 035.avi


about 2 hours after her tonsillectomy-and no opiates/pethidine .Antiinflammatory suppository with induction,iv Paracetamol and infiltrate tonsil bed with Lignocain.
Eating Nik Naks and drinking coke!!

Saturday, November 13, 2010

Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy (T & A Surgery)


Shawn Ciecko MD -Otolaryngologist | Medical School at University of Buffalo | Resident in Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery at the Duke University
Medical Center | ENTandAllergy Associate

post-tonsillectomy


one week after my tonsillectomy, new dorm.

Tonsillectomy 8 Days After Surgery


This is what my throat looks like just over a week after my tonsillectomy. Not pretty!

Friday, November 12, 2010

Coblation tonsillectomy with Dr. Madan Kandula


Milwaukee, Wisconsin's Dr. Madan Kandula discusses Coblation technology for tonsillectomy and nasal obstruction on WTMJ Morning Blend.

after tonsillectomy


gawsh that was pain

Snoring Center - Laser Tonsillectomy


Dr. Craig Schwimmer of the Snoring Center demonstrates the benefite of reduced snoring and sleep spnea through a simple 30 min. pr Dr. Craig Schwimmer of the Snoring Center demonstrates the benefite of reduced snoring and sleep spnea through a simple 30 min. procedure called Laser tonsillectomy.

Tonsillectomy Surgery PreOp® Patient Education Feature


http://www.PreOp.com -or- http://bit.ly/PreOpFacebook -or- http://bit.ly/PreOpTwitter - Patient Education -
Patient Education Company
Your doctor has recommended that you - or your child - undergo surgery to remove you or your child's tonsils. But what does that actually mean?

Your tonsils are located in the throat at the back of your mouth - one on either side of the uvula. Together, your tonsils work to help fight infection entering the body through the mouth. They are part of your immune system.

Occasionally tonsils themselves become infected. This condition is called tonsillitis.

During an attack of tonsillitis, the tonsils can become inflamed and can cause fever and body aches. In addition, tonsillitis can increase the chance of other complicating illnesses, including:
Patient Education
Enlargement of the lymph nodes in the neck.

Enlargement of the tonsils causing difficulty breathing or swallowing.

Recurrent bronchitis. And other conditions caused by infection.

In most cases, a doctor will recommended the surgical removal of tonsils only when tonsillitis becomes chronic and begins to interfere with daily life.
Patient Education
Luckily, in most people, the immune system is more than able to compensate for the loss of the tonsils and having them removed will not in any way weaken you. You should make sure you have spoken to your doctor about the particular reasons behind his or her recommendation.

And remember, the final decision is up to you. No one can force you to undergo a surgical procedure against your will.

Patient Education Company

Thursday, November 11, 2010

Coblation Tonsillectomy


http://www.FauquierENT.net - A video showing how coblation tonsillectomy is performed is shown. A production by Fauquier ENT Consultants, PLC.

Lamya's Tonsillectomy,tonsillitis,steven Burres md


Lamya has terrible sore throat and "tonsillitis" she needs "tonsils removed" Dr Steven Burres is an expert at tonsil removal. For los angeles tonsil removal dr Steven Burres is an expert. Tonsillectomy is still routine. Tonsil removal helps. Distributed by Tubemogul.

Caroline Tonsillectomy 27 Nov 2004 035.avi


about 2 hours after her tonsillectomy-and no opiates/pethidine .Antiinflammatory suppository with induction,iv Paracetamol and infiltrate tonsil bed with Lignocain.
Eating Nik Naks and drinking coke!!

Allysa's Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy


Allysa's Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy on January 21, 2008.

Wednesday, November 10, 2010

Malpractice Medical Tonsillectomy Surgery 1


http://www.PreOp.com
Patient ED @ 617-379-1582 INFOMedical Malpractice and Patient Education Company
Your doctor has recommended that you - or your child - undergo surgery to remove you or your child's tonsils. But what does that actually mean?

Your tonsils are located in the throat at the back of your mouth - one on either side of the uvula. Together, your tonsils work to help fight infection entering the body through the mouth. They are part of your immune system.

Occasionally tonsils themselves become infected. This condition is called tonsillitis.
Medical Malpractice
During an attack of tonsillitis, the tonsils can become inflamed and can cause fever and body aches. In addition, tonsillitis can increase the chance of other complicating illnesses, including:

Enlargement of the lymph nodes in the neck.

Enlargement of the tonsils causing difficulty breathing or swallowing.

Recurrent bronchitis. And other conditions caused by infection.
Medical Malpractice
In most cases, a doctor will recommended the surgical removal of tonsils only when tonsillitis becomes chronic and begins to interfere with daily life.

Luckily, in most people, the immune system is more than able to compensate for the loss of the tonsils and having them removed will not in any way weaken you. You should make sure you have spoken to your doctor about the particular reasons behind his or her recommendation.
Medical Malpractice
And remember, the final decision is up to you. No one can force you to undergo a surgical procedure against your will.

Medical Malpractice and Patient Education Company

Tonsillectomy Surgery PreOp® Patient Education Feature


http://www.PreOp.com -or- http://bit.ly/PreOpFacebook -or- http://bit.ly/PreOpTwitter - Patient Education -
Patient Education Company
Your doctor has recommended that you - or your child - undergo surgery to remove you or your child's tonsils. But what does that actually mean?

Your tonsils are located in the throat at the back of your mouth - one on either side of the uvula. Together, your tonsils work to help fight infection entering the body through the mouth. They are part of your immune system.

Occasionally tonsils themselves become infected. This condition is called tonsillitis.

During an attack of tonsillitis, the tonsils can become inflamed and can cause fever and body aches. In addition, tonsillitis can increase the chance of other complicating illnesses, including:
Patient Education
Enlargement of the lymph nodes in the neck.

Enlargement of the tonsils causing difficulty breathing or swallowing.

Recurrent bronchitis. And other conditions caused by infection.

In most cases, a doctor will recommended the surgical removal of tonsils only when tonsillitis becomes chronic and begins to interfere with daily life.
Patient Education
Luckily, in most people, the immune system is more than able to compensate for the loss of the tonsils and having them removed will not in any way weaken you. You should make sure you have spoken to your doctor about the particular reasons behind his or her recommendation.

And remember, the final decision is up to you. No one can force you to undergo a surgical procedure against your will.

Patient Education Company

Tonsillectomy with bovie


Dr. Richards removes the second tonsil during a tonsillectomy operation.

post-tonsillectomy


one week after my tonsillectomy, new dorm.

Monday, November 8, 2010

Graphic Tonsillectomy Surgery using the PEAK Surgical PlasmaBladeTM TnA (no audio)


Visit our website:
http://www.peaksurgical.com/applications/ent/

PEAK Surgical, Inc. and Medtronic, Inc. (NYSE: MDT) established an agreement that grants the Surgical Technologies business at Medtronic exclusive rights for global distribution and marketing of the PEAK PlasmaBlade® TnA (Tonsil and Adenoid) tissue dissection device for the ear, nose, and throat (ENT) market.

PEAK Surgical has developed a family of disposable surgical cutting and coagulation tools to ensure that ENT surgeons have the technology they need for a variety of procedures:

* The PlasmaBlade TnA is designed for ENT surgery with exchangeable tips that can be used for tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy.
* The PlasmaBlade 4.0, which is designed to be used to cut through all types of soft tissue, including skin, fat and muscle.
* The PlasmaBlade Needle, which has a fine needlepoint tip, is specifically designed for use in ultra-precise surgical procedures.
* The PlasmaBlade EXT is designed for use in surgical procedures requiring an extended tip to reach deep into an oral cavity, such as turbinate surgery.


Benefits of the PlasmaBlade in ENT Surgery
The PlasmaBlade provides ENT surgeons with a single precision device designed to remove both the tonsils and the adenoid.

For Tonsillectomy

* Constant suction integrated through the blade tip
* Anatomically contoured and tapered blade for ultra precise dissection and coagulation
* Rotatable tip for ease of use and angle adjustment
* Dry operating field for enhanced visibility

For Adenoidectomy

* Quickly and precisely de-bulk tissue and coagulate with one device
* Integrated suction evacuates smoke, blood and tissue
* Tip rotates and bends for variable anatomy and easy site access
* Potential for quick, bloodless adenoid removal

TnA Handle

* Ergonomic design for comfort and control
* Integrated suction for improved visibility
* Interchangeable and rotatable tips for easy access and positioning
* Finger tip controls for less clutter
* Optional footswitch control available


Surgical Procedures
Because it cuts tissue as precisely as a scalpel and controls bleeding as effectively as traditional electrosurgery without causing extensive collateral thermal damage to tissues, the PlasmaBlade is proving to be useful in a variety of ENT procedures, including:

* Tonsillectomy
* Adenoidectomy
* Septoplasty
* Rhinoplasty
* Tracheotomy
* Tumor removal



* Thyroidectomy
* Parotidectomy
* Uvula palatoplasty
* Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty
* Sleep apn

Sunday, November 7, 2010

Tonsillectomy -_-


welp...it pretty much explains itself :P
getting surgery tom morn, soon i'll be tonsil stone no more YAY! XD

Saturday, November 6, 2010

Friday, November 5, 2010

Laser assisted tonsillectomy / tonsillotomy


CO2 Laser application in ENT surgery by KLS Martin - Part 4

PreOp® Patient Education Tonsillectomy


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Your doctor has recommended that you - or your child - undergo surgery to remove you or your child's tonsils. But what does that actually mean?

Your tonsils are located in the throat at the back of your mouth - one on either side of the uvula. Together, your tonsils work to help fight infection entering the body through the mouth. They are part of your immune system.

Occasionally tonsils themselves become infected. This condition is called tonsillitis.

During an attack of tonsillitis, the tonsils can become inflamed and can cause fever and body aches. In addition, tonsillitis can increase the chance of other complicating illnesses, including:
Patient Education
Enlargement of the lymph nodes in the neck.

Enlargement of the tonsils causing difficulty breathing or swallowing.

Recurrent bronchitis. And other conditions caused by infection.

In most cases, a doctor will recommended the surgical removal of tonsils only when tonsillitis becomes chronic and begins to interfere with daily life.
Patient Education
Luckily, in most people, the immune system is more than able to compensate for the loss of the tonsils and having them removed will not in any way weaken you. You should make sure you have spoken to your doctor about the particular reasons behind his or her recommendation.

And remember, the final decision is up to you. No one can force you to undergo a surgical procedure against your will.

Patient Education Company

Thursday, November 4, 2010

Lamya's Tonsillectomy,tonsillitis,steven Burres md


Lamya has terrible sore throat and "tonsillitis" she needs "tonsils removed" Dr Steven Burres is an expert at tonsil removal. For los angeles tonsil removal dr Steven Burres is an expert. Tonsillectomy is still routine. Tonsil removal helps. Distributed by Tubemogul.

Hana's Tonsillectomy & Adenoidectomy


This under 2 min video shows Hana (at age 4.75) about to have the surgery & the recovery process in the hospital. She had her tonsils & adenoids removed after being sick with ear & sinus infections, suffered from sleep apnea, snoring and most recently before surgery, behavior problems.

http://www.thewelchlifeblogspot.com for the blog about the surgery & health history.

Wednesday, November 3, 2010

PreOp® Patient Education Tonsillectomy 1.5


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Your doctor understands that all medical care benefits from close collaboration between physician and patient -- so be sure to review, with your doctor, all risks and alternatives and make sure you understand the reasons behind the recommendation for this particular procedure.

Now let's talk in detail about the procedure your doctor has recommended. That particular recommendation was based on a number of factors:

* the state of your health,

* the severity of your condition,

* an assessment of alternative treatments or procedures and finally,

* the risks associated with doing nothing at all.

And remember, the final decision is up to you. No one can force you to undergo a surgical procedure against your will.

Patient Education

Tonsillectomy is almost always an elective procedure. In other words, your decision to undergo this surgery will most likely be made as a quality of life issue.


The alternative to surgery is simply to live with frequent attacks of tonsillitis and the interruptions to daily life that they can cause.


Fortunately, tonsillectomy is not a complicated procedure and only rarely leads to complications.


Now I'd like to introduce you to another important member of the medical team -- the nurse.

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Tuesday, November 2, 2010

Tonsillectomy 8 Days After Surgery


This is what my throat looks like just over a week after my tonsillectomy. Not pretty!

Tonsillectomy with bovie


Dr. Richards removes the second tonsil during a tonsillectomy operation.

Monday, November 1, 2010

Sound Sleep After Tonsillectomy


Tonsillectomy is the most common treatment for sleep-disordered breathing. Having your tonsils taken out doesn't have to be as painful as in years past. New advancements, such as Coblation are making the recovery far quicker and more comfortable for children.

Approximately three-fourths of all tonsillectomies are performed to remove enlarged tonsils, ones that are obstructing a child's ability to breathe and potentially leading to sleep-disordered breathing and obstructive sleep apnea. Symptoms of sleep disordered breathing include, restless sleep, snoring, poor academic performance, bedwetting and ADHD-type behaviors.

While relatively uncommon, due to the advancement of antibiotics, tonsils are still removed as a treatment for recurring or chronic tonsillitis.

Visit tonsilfacts.com for more information.

emma's tonsillectomy


Emma gets her tonsils removed.

Sunday, October 31, 2010

Caroline Tonsillectomy 27 Nov 2004 035.avi


about 2 hours after her tonsillectomy-and no opiates/pethidine .Antiinflammatory suppository with induction,iv Paracetamol and infiltrate tonsil bed with Lignocain.
Eating Nik Naks and drinking coke!!

Allysa's Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy


Allysa's Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy on January 21, 2008.

Saturday, October 30, 2010

Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy (T & A Surgery)


Shawn Ciecko MD -Otolaryngologist | Medical School at University of Buffalo | Resident in Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery at the Duke University
Medical Center | ENTandAllergy Associate

post-tonsillectomy


one week after my tonsillectomy, new dorm.

Friday, October 29, 2010

Tonsillectomy 8 Days After Surgery


This is what my throat looks like just over a week after my tonsillectomy. Not pretty!

Hana's Tonsillectomy & Adenoidectomy


This under 2 min video shows Hana (at age 4.75) about to have the surgery & the recovery process in the hospital. She had her tonsils & adenoids removed after being sick with ear & sinus infections, suffered from sleep apnea, snoring and most recently before surgery, behavior problems.

http://www.thewelchlifeblogspot.com for the blog about the surgery & health history.

Caroline Tonsillectomy 27 Nov 2004 035.avi


about 2 hours after her tonsillectomy-and no opiates/pethidine .Antiinflammatory suppository with induction,iv Paracetamol and infiltrate tonsil bed with Lignocain.
Eating Nik Naks and drinking coke!!

Thursday, October 28, 2010

Snoring Center - Laser Tonsillectomy


Dr. Craig Schwimmer of the Snoring Center demonstrates the benefite of reduced snoring and sleep spnea through a simple 30 min. pr Dr. Craig Schwimmer of the Snoring Center demonstrates the benefite of reduced snoring and sleep spnea through a simple 30 min. procedure called Laser tonsillectomy.

Allysa's Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy


Allysa's Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy on January 21, 2008.

Coblation tonsillectomy with Dr. Madan Kandula


Milwaukee, Wisconsin's Dr. Madan Kandula discusses Coblation technology for tonsillectomy and nasal obstruction on WTMJ Morning Blend.

Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Tonsil Surgery


http://www.nucleusinc.com This 3D medical animation shows a tonsillectomy surgery (removal of the tonsils during tonsillitis) and adenoidectomy (removal of the adenoids). ANCE00187

PreOp® Pediatric: Tonsillectomy Patient Education


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Your doctor has recommended that you - or your child - undergo surgery to remove you or your child's tonsils. But what does that actually mean?

Your tonsils are located in the throat at the back of your mouth - one on either side of the uvula. Together, your tonsils work to help fight infection entering the body through the mouth. They are part of your immune system.

Occasionally tonsils themselves become infected. This condition is called tonsillitis.

During an attack of tonsillitis, the tonsils can become inflamed and can cause fever and body aches. In addition, tonsillitis can increase the chance of other complicating illnesses, including:

Enlargement of the lymph nodes in the neck.

Enlargement of the tonsils causing difficulty breathing or swallowing.

Recurrent bronchitis. And other conditions caused by infection.

In most cases, a doctor will recommended the surgical removal of tonsils only when tonsillitis becomes chronic and begins to interfere with daily life.

Luckily, in most people, the immune system is more than able to compensate for the loss of the tonsils and having them removed will not in any way weaken you. You should make sure you have spoken to your doctor about the particular reasons behind his or her recommendation.

And remember, the final decision is up to you. No one can force you to undergo a surgical procedure against your will.

PreOp® Patient Education Tonsillectomy


http://bit.ly/PreOpFacebook or http://bit.ly/PreOpTwitter - Patient Education -
http://www.PreOp.com
Patient Education Company
Your doctor has recommended that you - or your child - undergo surgery to remove you or your child's tonsils. But what does that actually mean?

Your tonsils are located in the throat at the back of your mouth - one on either side of the uvula. Together, your tonsils work to help fight infection entering the body through the mouth. They are part of your immune system.

Occasionally tonsils themselves become infected. This condition is called tonsillitis.

During an attack of tonsillitis, the tonsils can become inflamed and can cause fever and body aches. In addition, tonsillitis can increase the chance of other complicating illnesses, including:
Patient Education
Enlargement of the lymph nodes in the neck.

Enlargement of the tonsils causing difficulty breathing or swallowing.

Recurrent bronchitis. And other conditions caused by infection.

In most cases, a doctor will recommended the surgical removal of tonsils only when tonsillitis becomes chronic and begins to interfere with daily life.
Patient Education
Luckily, in most people, the immune system is more than able to compensate for the loss of the tonsils and having them removed will not in any way weaken you. You should make sure you have spoken to your doctor about the particular reasons behind his or her recommendation.

And remember, the final decision is up to you. No one can force you to undergo a surgical procedure against your will.

Patient Education Company

Tuesday, October 26, 2010

Jon's Crazy Tonsillectomy & Deviated Septum Surgery


This is me two days after my tonsillectomy and deviated septum surgery.

Tonsil Surgery


http://www.nucleusinc.com This 3D medical animation shows a tonsillectomy surgery (removal of the tonsils during tonsillitis) and adenoidectomy (removal of the adenoids). ANCE00187

Monday, October 25, 2010

Pediatric Tonsillectomy


Dr. Nina Shapiro, a pediatrician ear-nose-throat surgeon, performs a cutting-edge surgery to remove four-year-old Cadens tonsils.

The following video contains footage of actual medical procedures and is graphic in nature.

Saturday, October 23, 2010

TaggeTonsilAdenoid


Tonsillectomy/Adenoidectomy through coblation performed by Dr. Bryan Tagge

Snoring Center - Laser Tonsillectomy


Dr. Craig Schwimmer of the Snoring Center demonstrates the benefite of reduced snoring and sleep spnea through a simple 30 min. pr Dr. Craig Schwimmer of the Snoring Center demonstrates the benefite of reduced snoring and sleep spnea through a simple 30 min. procedure called Laser tonsillectomy.

Friday, October 22, 2010

Vanessa's tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy part 8 of 10


my tonsils were HUGE!!!!!!!!! now they dont hurt and i am SOOOOOOOO happy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thursday, October 21, 2010

Vanessa's tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy part 7 of 10


TaggeTonsilAdenoid


Tonsillectomy/Adenoidectomy through coblation performed by Dr. Bryan Tagge

TONSILLECTOMY WITHOUT BLOOD


Tonsil Surgery


http://www.nucleusinc.com This 3D medical animation shows a tonsillectomy surgery (removal of the tonsils during tonsillitis) and adenoidectomy (removal of the adenoids). ANCE00187

Wednesday, October 20, 2010

Malpractice Medical Tonsillectomy Surgery 1


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Your doctor has recommended that you - or your child - undergo surgery to remove you or your child's tonsils. But what does that actually mean?

Your tonsils are located in the throat at the back of your mouth - one on either side of the uvula. Together, your tonsils work to help fight infection entering the body through the mouth. They are part of your immune system.

Occasionally tonsils themselves become infected. This condition is called tonsillitis.
Medical Malpractice
During an attack of tonsillitis, the tonsils can become inflamed and can cause fever and body aches. In addition, tonsillitis can increase the chance of other complicating illnesses, including:

Enlargement of the lymph nodes in the neck.

Enlargement of the tonsils causing difficulty breathing or swallowing.

Recurrent bronchitis. And other conditions caused by infection.
Medical Malpractice
In most cases, a doctor will recommended the surgical removal of tonsils only when tonsillitis becomes chronic and begins to interfere with daily life.

Luckily, in most people, the immune system is more than able to compensate for the loss of the tonsils and having them removed will not in any way weaken you. You should make sure you have spoken to your doctor about the particular reasons behind his or her recommendation.
Medical Malpractice
And remember, the final decision is up to you. No one can force you to undergo a surgical procedure against your will.

Medical Malpractice and Patient Education Company

post-tonsillectomy


one week after my tonsillectomy, new dorm.

Coblation tonsillectomy with Dr. Madan Kandula


Milwaukee, Wisconsin's Dr. Madan Kandula discusses Coblation technology for tonsillectomy and nasal obstruction on WTMJ Morning Blend.

Tonsil Surgery


http://www.nucleusinc.com This 3D medical animation shows a tonsillectomy surgery (removal of the tonsils during tonsillitis) and adenoidectomy (removal of the adenoids). ANCE00187

Tuesday, October 19, 2010

Laser Tonsillectomy Procedure: http://lasertonsillectomy.org


At http://lasertonsillectomy.org information can be found regarding doctors who perform this procedure and exactly how the procedure works. Laser Tonsillectomy has gained attention lately because of the reduced recovery time and substantial success rate.

Monday, October 18, 2010

PreOp® Patient Education Tonsillectomy


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http://www.PreOp.com
Patient Education Company
Your doctor has recommended that you - or your child - undergo surgery to remove you or your child's tonsils. But what does that actually mean?

Your tonsils are located in the throat at the back of your mouth - one on either side of the uvula. Together, your tonsils work to help fight infection entering the body through the mouth. They are part of your immune system.

Occasionally tonsils themselves become infected. This condition is called tonsillitis.

During an attack of tonsillitis, the tonsils can become inflamed and can cause fever and body aches. In addition, tonsillitis can increase the chance of other complicating illnesses, including:
Patient Education
Enlargement of the lymph nodes in the neck.

Enlargement of the tonsils causing difficulty breathing or swallowing.

Recurrent bronchitis. And other conditions caused by infection.

In most cases, a doctor will recommended the surgical removal of tonsils only when tonsillitis becomes chronic and begins to interfere with daily life.
Patient Education
Luckily, in most people, the immune system is more than able to compensate for the loss of the tonsils and having them removed will not in any way weaken you. You should make sure you have spoken to your doctor about the particular reasons behind his or her recommendation.

And remember, the final decision is up to you. No one can force you to undergo a surgical procedure against your will.

Patient Education Company

emma's tonsillectomy


Emma gets her tonsils removed.

Caroline Tonsillectomy 27 Nov 2004 035.avi


about 2 hours after her tonsillectomy-and no opiates/pethidine .Antiinflammatory suppository with induction,iv Paracetamol and infiltrate tonsil bed with Lignocain.
Eating Nik Naks and drinking coke!!

Sunday, October 17, 2010

Sound Sleep After Tonsillectomy


Tonsillectomy is the most common treatment for sleep-disordered breathing. Having your tonsils taken out doesn't have to be as painful as in years past. New advancements, such as Coblation are making the recovery far quicker and more comfortable for children.

Approximately three-fourths of all tonsillectomies are performed to remove enlarged tonsils, ones that are obstructing a child's ability to breathe and potentially leading to sleep-disordered breathing and obstructive sleep apnea. Symptoms of sleep disordered breathing include, restless sleep, snoring, poor academic performance, bedwetting and ADHD-type behaviors.

While relatively uncommon, due to the advancement of antibiotics, tonsils are still removed as a treatment for recurring or chronic tonsillitis.

Visit tonsilfacts.com for more information.

Snoring Center - Laser Tonsillectomy


Dr. Craig Schwimmer of the Snoring Center demonstrates the benefite of reduced snoring and sleep spnea through a simple 30 min. pr Dr. Craig Schwimmer of the Snoring Center demonstrates the benefite of reduced snoring and sleep spnea through a simple 30 min. procedure called Laser tonsillectomy.

Coblation tonsillectomy with Dr. Madan Kandula


Milwaukee, Wisconsin's Dr. Madan Kandula discusses Coblation technology for tonsillectomy and nasal obstruction on WTMJ Morning Blend.

Saturday, October 16, 2010

Obama slams Doctors


President Obama accusing Physicians of making Medical decisions based on reimbursement schedules

Tonsil Surgery


http://www.nucleusinc.com This 3D medical animation shows a tonsillectomy surgery (removal of the tonsils during tonsillitis) and adenoidectomy (removal of the adenoids). ANCE00187

TaggeTonsilAdenoid


Tonsillectomy/Adenoidectomy through coblation performed by Dr. Bryan Tagge

Friday, October 15, 2010

Coblation Tonsillectomy with Dr. Madan Kandula


Milwaukee, Wisconsin's Dr. Madan Kandula discusses the benefits of coblation assisted tonstillectomy.

Tonsillectomy Surgery PreOp® Patient Education Feature


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Patient Education Company
Your doctor has recommended that you - or your child - undergo surgery to remove you or your child's tonsils. But what does that actually mean?

Your tonsils are located in the throat at the back of your mouth - one on either side of the uvula. Together, your tonsils work to help fight infection entering the body through the mouth. They are part of your immune system.

Occasionally tonsils themselves become infected. This condition is called tonsillitis.

During an attack of tonsillitis, the tonsils can become inflamed and can cause fever and body aches. In addition, tonsillitis can increase the chance of other complicating illnesses, including:
Patient Education
Enlargement of the lymph nodes in the neck.

Enlargement of the tonsils causing difficulty breathing or swallowing.

Recurrent bronchitis. And other conditions caused by infection.

In most cases, a doctor will recommended the surgical removal of tonsils only when tonsillitis becomes chronic and begins to interfere with daily life.
Patient Education
Luckily, in most people, the immune system is more than able to compensate for the loss of the tonsils and having them removed will not in any way weaken you. You should make sure you have spoken to your doctor about the particular reasons behind his or her recommendation.

And remember, the final decision is up to you. No one can force you to undergo a surgical procedure against your will.

Patient Education Company

The Doctors - Laser Tonsillectomy


Dr. Schwimmer of The Snoring Center performs a Laser Tonsillectomy on "The Doctors"

post-tonsillectomy


one week after my tonsillectomy, new dorm.

Thursday, October 14, 2010

Tonsillectomy Surgery PreOp® Patient Education Feature


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Patient Education Company
Your doctor has recommended that you - or your child - undergo surgery to remove you or your child's tonsils. But what does that actually mean?

Your tonsils are located in the throat at the back of your mouth - one on either side of the uvula. Together, your tonsils work to help fight infection entering the body through the mouth. They are part of your immune system.

Occasionally tonsils themselves become infected. This condition is called tonsillitis.

During an attack of tonsillitis, the tonsils can become inflamed and can cause fever and body aches. In addition, tonsillitis can increase the chance of other complicating illnesses, including:
Patient Education
Enlargement of the lymph nodes in the neck.

Enlargement of the tonsils causing difficulty breathing or swallowing.

Recurrent bronchitis. And other conditions caused by infection.

In most cases, a doctor will recommended the surgical removal of tonsils only when tonsillitis becomes chronic and begins to interfere with daily life.
Patient Education
Luckily, in most people, the immune system is more than able to compensate for the loss of the tonsils and having them removed will not in any way weaken you. You should make sure you have spoken to your doctor about the particular reasons behind his or her recommendation.

And remember, the final decision is up to you. No one can force you to undergo a surgical procedure against your will.

Patient Education Company