remove tonsils

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The formal or medical term for the surgical procedure to take out tonsils.

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  • The doctor decided to remove his tonsils after several bouts of strep throat.
  • Surgeons will remove her tonsils next Tuesday morning.
  • It is common for doctors to remove tonsils if they are causing breathing problems.
  • The specialist recommended that we remove the child's tonsils to prevent further infections.
  • How long does it take to recover after they remove your tonsils?
  • The medical procedure used to remove tonsils is called a tonsillectomy.
  • They had to remove my tonsils because they were chronically inflamed.
  • Modern techniques make it safer than ever to remove tonsils.
  • The surgeon explained the risks before agreeing to remove her tonsils.
  • After the doctor removes your tonsils, you will need to eat soft foods for a few days.