Can you have tonsil surgery with a cold?

A cold may increase the risk from anesthesia so your doctor may need to reschedule the surgery. Your child will be under general anesthesia for this surgery. The surgeon will remove the tonsils and adenoids through your child’s mouth. You will not see any scars.

Are colds worse after tonsillectomy?

After tonsillectomy, kids can still get colds, sore throats, and throat infections. They won’t get tonsillitis unless the tonsils grow back, which is uncommon.

What are the main indications for a tonsillectomy?

The main indications for tonsillectomy (surgical removal of the tonsils) are sleep disorder breathing (SDB) due to enlarged tonsils (tonsillar hypertrophy) and sore throat due to recurrent throat infections. (2)SDB encompasses a range of obstructive disorders that increase in severity from primary snoring to obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA).

When to see a doctor after tonsillectomy surgery?

1% to 3% of patients suffer bleeding 5-10 days after surgery. Excessive activity and dehydration increase the risk of bleeding. The patient should remain relaxed and calm when bleeding. He or she should rinse the mouth with cold water and continue to rest with an elevated head. See a doctor if bleeding persists.

How to shorten your tonsillectomy recovery time?

Placing a cold or ice press on neck will reduce the swelling. The patient may need assistance when using the bathroom. It is advisable to minimize visitors because they may over excite or introduce new infections to the patient.

What are the AAO guidelines for tonsillectomy in children?

AAO–HNS Guidelines for Tonsillectomy in Children and Adolescents 1 Watchful Waiting for Recurrent Throat Infection. 2 Recurrent Throat Infection with Documentation. 3 Tonsillectomy for Recurrent Infection with Modifying Factors. 4 Tonsillectomy for Sleep-Disordered Breathing.