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Tonsillectomy

Alternative Names: Tonsils removal Risks: The risks for any anesthesia include the following: Reactions to medications Breathing problems Text Continues Below The risks for any surgery include the following: Bleeding Infection In rare instances, post-surgical bleeding can go unnoticed and can cause serious consequences. Frequent swallowing may be a sign of bleeding from tonsils. Other risks include injury to the uvula (soft palate).

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