{"id":7414,"date":"2024-09-27T12:54:03","date_gmt":"2024-09-27T18:54:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alpineent.com\/?p=7414"},"modified":"2024-09-27T12:54:33","modified_gmt":"2024-09-27T18:54:33","slug":"how-to-care-for-a-child-following-a-tonsillectomy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alpineent.com\/how-to-care-for-a-child-following-a-tonsillectomy\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Care for a Child Following a Tonsillectomy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
The tonsils are two small glands located at the back of the throat that assist with defending the body against infections. A tonsillectomy is a routine surgical procedure where the tonsils are removed. Tonsillectomies are not as common as a few decades ago, but doctors still perform 500,000 tonsillectomies per year in the U.S.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Tonsils can sometimes become troublesome<\/a>, especially for children. Frequent infections, recurring sore throats, sleep apnea or issues with breathing are some of the reasons why a doctor might recommend removing them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If your child has been scheduled for a tonsillectomy<\/a>, you likely want to be prepared for what comes next. Here\u2019s a guide on what to expect during recovery and how to care for your child as they heal.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat to Expect<\/h2>\n\n\n