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Private Tonsil Removal
Tonsillectomy - if you suffer from recurrent tonsillitis or related issues, your tonsils can be removed with a straight-forward surgical procedure.
About your tonsils
Tonsils are part of the immune system and help to protect the body against illness and bacteria.
However, if you suffer from recurrent infections, persistent discomfort, sleep apnoea or other associated complaints, tonsil removal may be recommended.
Need to know
The procedure is done under general anaesthetic, meaning you will be asleep during surgery. Your surgeon will remove the tonsils through your mouth using specialised instruments. Sometimes they will close the area with stitches to help the healing process. The entire procedure usually takes about 20 minutes in theatre.
Your consultant will explain the procedure to you and answer any questions you may have. Because you'll be having general anaesthetic, they'll let you know how long you should avoid eating and drinking before surgery.
Like all procedures, there may be some risks and side effects involved. Your consultant will explain these to you.
You should be able to return home the same day as your surgery, but you should arrange for someone to pick you up from the hospital. It's normal for your throat to feel sore for up to two weeks after the procedure, especially when eating or swallowing. Its also common to have an earache during the healing process, which can last for up to two weeks.
Youll be given a prescription for pain medication and possibly antibiotics if needed. You may need to stay home from school or work for several days following the procedure. Your consultant will tell you when you can get back to your usual routine.
Our Tonsillectomy locations
London Bridge Hospital
27 Tooley Street SE1 2PR London
The Harborne Hospital
Mindelsohn Way B15 2TQ Birmingham
The Lister Hospital
Chelsea Bridge Road SW1W 8RH London
The Portland Hospital
205-209 Great Portland Street W1W 5AH London
The Shard Outpatients
The Shard 32 St Thomas Street SE1 9BS London
Patient stories
Hear from past patients about their experience
Alan's story
Despite years of experiencing heart problems that just wouldn’t go away, Alan was apprehensive about having a surgical procedure. But with the expertise of his consultant and the latest cardiac technology, he decided to go ahead.
Andrew's story
“I couldn’t move my legs at all, and my arms only partially. But now I can walk six miles. I wouldn’t have got that without the physio team at The Christie Private Care, I simply wouldn’t have.”
How a second opinion helped uncover a hidden cardiac problem
Former Olympic swimmer, Adrian, was used to prioritising his physical wellbeing and continued to exercise regularly, keeping him in good health into his 60s. But when he got out of the pool one day, he noticed that something wasn’t right.
This content is intended for general information only and does not replace the need for personal advice from a qualified health professional.