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7 Myths About Tonsillectomy [Podcast 76]
Manage episode 245349462 series 1141895
In this episode, Kathy and I have an interesting discussion about the 7 most common myths that I encounter about surgery for the tonsils:
- Don’t take out tonsils because they are part of the immune system and help fight infections
- Tonsils can grow back after tonsillectomy
- Tonsils shrink as you get older or you can outgrow them
- Surgery can lead to bleeding
- Anesthesia can be harmful in children
- You need to find the best surgeon
- Small tonsils don’t need to be removed
Show Notes
George Catlin: Shut Your Mouth and Save Your Life
Sleep apnea lowers your immune system response study
Tonsillectomy does not alter your immune system response study
Rate of tonsil regrowth after tonsillectomy
162 episodes
Manage episode 245349462 series 1141895
In this episode, Kathy and I have an interesting discussion about the 7 most common myths that I encounter about surgery for the tonsils:
- Don’t take out tonsils because they are part of the immune system and help fight infections
- Tonsils can grow back after tonsillectomy
- Tonsils shrink as you get older or you can outgrow them
- Surgery can lead to bleeding
- Anesthesia can be harmful in children
- You need to find the best surgeon
- Small tonsils don’t need to be removed
Show Notes
George Catlin: Shut Your Mouth and Save Your Life
Sleep apnea lowers your immune system response study
Tonsillectomy does not alter your immune system response study
Rate of tonsil regrowth after tonsillectomy
162 episodes
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