I'm 20 years old. And i'm getting my tonsils taken out tomorrow morning. I never had surgery before. Anyways, I was wondering when you wake up after the surgery are you in an extreme amount of pain or are you really numb, like you can't feel anything. I"m really nervous about waking up after and the pain right after the surgery. Let me know your experiences and advice! Thank you!
2006-10-10 13:24:38 · 10 answers · asked by jackiejunebug 2 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Other - General Health Care
I am 31 and I had my tonsils out last year. Don't worry about it. When you wake up, you will still be full of pain killers so you won't feel a think. It may be difficult for you to talk at first, I wasn't able to get out more than one word at a time. (That might have been the anasthesia).
I suggest that you take Ibuprophen as soon as you are able because it will keep the swelling down and reduce the pain. (I am biased against narcotics and didn't take any after I got home.) I didn't feel much pain at all until I got thrush.
Speaking of which, if they give you liquid antibiotics make sure you wash it down with a whole lot of water. Rinse your mouth out good or you will get thrush too. Trust me, you don't want that.
2006-10-10 13:48:24 · answer #1 · answered by Gypsy Girl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hey there! I gotta say it's been a LONG time since I had that done, but as I remember it was just like having a real bad sore throat for awhile. Ya know where it's scratchy and you live off ice cream and soup. The less you try to talk the quicker you will feel better. All will be fine, try not to worry too much!! Good luck!!
2006-10-10 13:31:33 · answer #2 · answered by shainamorgan 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't worry.
It's a little painful, and uncomfortable grogginess from the anaesthesia, but it's much better to have it done now when you're younger.
Truthfully, it's like a really really bad strep throat, only it feels better a lot quicker. Yes, it's gonna be pretty annoying when you wake up, but that's all. Annoying.
Try not to be worried and tense. Relax and let go. It'll be done before you know it.
Best!
2006-10-10 13:34:29 · answer #3 · answered by Jerry 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had my tonsils out and it really wasn't that bad. I would say I felt the most pain the morning after the surgery but they give you meds for that so don't worry! It won't be as bad as your probably imagining!!!! Best of luck!
2006-10-10 13:27:09 · answer #4 · answered by Frogger 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I could lie to you and tell you that it doesn't hurt but I am not going to do that! It hurts and it gets worse with age. I had mine out when I was 15 and it was tough. Just remember that the pain will go away...eat a lot of cold things like ice cream. I hope someone is around to care for you while you recover! You will make it...I will keep you in my prayers! Good luck kid!
2006-10-10 13:29:35 · answer #5 · answered by lcplyr7 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i had mine out at 21 years of age. I woke up fine and wanting to talk but in about an hour i felt the pain...try to stick to room tempature food and drink....i don't care what anyone tells you ice cream hurts!!!!
But think of it this way i lost 20 LBS so hey take the good with the bad.
2006-10-10 13:29:23 · answer #6 · answered by trina1378 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My son had his taken out a couple of months ago. When he woke up he was talking and joking around. Got him home and he ate 2 plates of cheese grits. He just turned 9.
2006-10-10 13:34:46 · answer #7 · answered by aloneathome 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your throat will be very sore. Swallowing will be difficult. The MD should prescribe something for the pain. You'll do fine.
2006-10-10 13:27:14 · answer #8 · answered by swomedicineman 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, you will not be in any pain, you will be a bit goggy when you wake up, but besides that when you wake up there isn't any pain. Afterwards may be uncomfortable but they nurses should keep your comfortable.
2006-10-10 13:35:56 · answer #9 · answered by Johnna B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
im in 8th grade but in 4th i had to get mine taken out when i woke up it didnt really hurt but dont try to tlk i got sick from the medican they gave me and i couldnt eat but if they try to feed u dont eat the eggs they are nasty lol best wishes on the surgery
2006-10-10 13:28:28 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋