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Tonsillectomy
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| Whereas large tonsils are the most common
of snoring and sleep apnoea in infants, they can also be the occasional
cause of problems in adult life. Large tonsils can contribute to the
crowding of the airway at the back of the mouth. Where this is
accompanied by excessive loose soft tissue of the soft palate, a
large tongue or a small jaw, the tonsils may need top be removed by
tonsillectomy. This will usually be accompanied by other snoring
procedures. The operations will usually be carried out under general
anaesthesia. The operation is uncomfortable and will require
pain-killing medication for one week. Return to www.snoring.com.au
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