What it is
With large tonsils that cause snoring, breathing problems or trouble swallowing, the procedure can ease breathing and other problems. The surgeon removes part of the tonsils, and recovery is often quicker than with full removal.
Tonsillotomy (tonsil reduction)
Price on request
The tonsils are reduced for snoring, breathing problems or repeated trouble.
May be added
- Consumables+200 kr
- Hygiene fee+150 kr
Applied to Neck and throat
About the treatment
At a glance
- Pain level
- A sore throat for a few days
- Downtime
- Often a few days at home
Benefits
- Can make breathing freer
- Less snoring for many
- Often a quicker recovery
Expected results
Many breathe and sleep better once the throat has healed.
Overview & Procedure
What the treatment is and how it's performed
The procedure is usually done once, but you may need a check-up afterwards. The surgeon decides whether you need more treatment.
- The doctor assesses whether the procedure suits you.
- You have a local or general anaesthetic.
- Most people go home the same day.
Experience & Recovery
Pain level, downtime and healing
A sore throat for a few days.
- Bleeding, also some days afterwards.
- Infection.
- Eat soft, lukewarm food, and take pain relief as advised.
Often a few days at home.
Expectations & Safety
Who it's for and safety information
Call 113 or go to an out-of-hours clinic if fresh bleeding from the mouth will not stop. Contact a doctor if you get a high fever.
- Children and adults with large tonsils.
- Repeated throat infections. Removing the whole tonsils may then suit you better.
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