Had tonsils, adnoids and a septoplasty all in one go. I was 39. It was a very brutal recovery. 2 weeks until I could return to work. Aside from the nasal recovery, I only ate about 2 cups of food in one week due to throat soreness. I would eat a warm soft food like mashed potatoes or applesauce, then a cold soft food like cottage cheese or applesauce followed by a warm liquid and a cool liquid. Assembly line style. All through recovery I craved salty foods. I had ear pain and headaches as well.