Tonsillectomies are more intimidating than they should be.
I have to have my tonsils out in two weeks. I'm really not looking forward to it because they say that it's horrendously painful for adults to have their tonsils out. Compared to young children's recovery time of 2-3 days, for adults it's 10-14. But compared to the yearly tonsil flare ups and the recurrent vomiting that's happening now because of them being so inflamed I'm hoping that it is worth it in the end. I also just can't afford to get sick and have another major tonsil attack during the school year so I have to try and get them out now when I have the time.
Thankfully I had a 9 day vacation from school coming up so the surgery is planned for day three of that, which will hopefully give me enough recovery time before I have to go back to school. Jim's on vacation too so he'll be taking care of me throughout my recovery. Lot's of ice-pops and water.
Realistically I know it's a very minor surgery, but I am still scared about it. Wish me luck.
Good luck! I'll be thinking of you. Any surgery can be scary, don't judge yourself! ;-) I had mine done when I was 7, and I guess it depends on what constitutes "recovery time", but my recovery was a lot closer to the 10-14 day category. Hopefully yours is smooth; I'm sure Jim will do a great job taking care of ya!!
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