Tonsillectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the tonsils and is used to treat frequently recurring or chronic tonsillitis. It is performed after careful consideration of medical history and general health. Discuss a tonsillectomy with your doctor if you experience tonsillitis lasting more than 3 months even with medicine, obstructed air passages, difficulty swallowing or talking because of nasal obstruction or tonsils that bleed heavily.
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