Tonsillectomy

A tonsillectomy is a surgery to remove the tonsils — two pads of tissue on either side of the back of the throat. Tonsils can become enlarged after frequent tonsil infections or strep throat and turn into a reservoir for bacteria.

Below you will find resources to help you better understand, cope with and/or support someone getting a tonsillectomy. 

What you need to know: tonsillectomy

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