Tonsillectomy Educational Resources
Sites in English
Overview of Tonsillectomy
- Overview of the tonsils and when and why they should be removed.
- Excellent site for kids.
- An overview of tonsillectomy, including what happens before and during the operation.
In-depth Education About Tonsillectomy
- How many methods are there to remove the tonsils?
- An all-inclusive textbook chapter on tonsil disease.
- An in-depth look at tonsillectomy.
- When does an adult need a tonsillectomy?
Reference Sites for Medication Dosing, Appropriate Foods and Liquid Intake
- Weight-appropriate doses of acetaminophen (Tylenol) with or without codeine.
- Postoperative instructions, including how much liquids a patient should drink daily after a tonsillectomy.