DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My 4-year-old son has had many episodes of painful sore throats, and his doctor recommended that his tonsils be removed. Why do kids have more trouble with their tonsils? Is there a ...

Tonsillectomies are among the most common medical procedures that children undergo. A recent article from the National Institutes of Health estimates more than 500,000 tonsillectomies are performed on ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My 4-year-old son has had many episodes of painful sore throats, and his doctor recommended that his tonsils be removed. Why do kids have more trouble with their tonsils? Is there a ...

A tonsillectomy is surgery to remove the palatine tonsils on either side of the throat. An adenoidectomy removes the adenoid glands at the back of the throat behind the nose. Tonsillectomy and ...

Tonsillectomy may lead to ear pain, although mouth and throat pain are more common. People can relieve this by taking pain medication, using an ice pack or heated pad on the ear, and using distraction ...

Following tonsillectomy, eating soft foods may help soothe your throat. But it’s important to drink plenty of liquids and return to your typical diet as soon as possible. Tonsillectomy is one of the ...

Following a tonsillectomy, a person will need to make some dietary changes while they heal. This can include getting plenty of fluids and eating soft foods to help prevent discomfort. A tonsillectomy ...

Study links early-life removal of tonsils or adenoids to higher risk of stress-related disorders, including PTSD, in later years Study: Stress-Related Disorders Among Young Individuals With Surgical ...

Scientists say tonsil removal is both clinically and cost effective for adults who get recurrent severe sore throats. The biggest study of its kind, carried out by Newcastle University, revealed that ...

Cold drinks, such as ice water and apple juice, help soothe throat pain and keep you hydrated after a tonsillectomy. Smoothies are cold and soothing and can provide nutrients needed for healing. Avoid ...