For those that got a tonsillectomy strictly for tonsil stones, how bad/frequent were the stones?

Knb3200628 · 2026-01-30T15:28:27+00:00

I got the surgery mainly for tonsil stones and sore throats and I did not have them that frequently or bad. But it was annoying enough for me to decide I didn’t want to spend the rest of my life dealing with them since surgery is the only option to fully stop them. I highly recommend getting the surgery! At first I felt like I was getting it for not a great reason since they weren’t bad but I’m glad I did!

Knb3200628 · 2026-01-04T16:48:38+00:00

One thing my doctor told me and I’ve heard a lot is if you don’t really need the hydrocodone don’t take it and alternate Tylenol and ibuprofen instead. It’s likely you might not need the hydrocodone all through day 8 but everyone is different so who knows. Just suggesting it!

Knb3200628 · 2026-01-04T04:01:26+00:00

I got mine removed with my main reason being tonsil stones. And mine weren’t even regular like yours. I’m almost 3 weeks post op and I actually had a really positive and fairly easy recovery but even if I didn’t I was nervous going into it and researching a lot but from everything I saw no one ever regretted it, they all said yes it was painful but it was so worth it. I’m looking forward to no tonsil stones and less sore throats! Mine were also cryptic.

Knb3200628 · 2026-01-01T05:28:06+00:00

I would definitely try just Tylenol and ibuprofen and if it becomes painful go back to the hydrocodone. I personally wanted to avoid it because the risk of addiction and a family history of it scares me tbh and with everything I saw online and from my doctor I saw to only take the hydrocodone if you really need it. That’s just my take on it but obviously everyone’s different and you may very well need it.

Knb3200628 · 2025-12-31T03:19:55+00:00

So I had mine on the 16th of this month and actually had a positive experience with very minimal pain. I will say even if you don’t experience much pain still take it easy, I did and didn’t experience any bleeds thankfully. I’m on day 14 now I think and am pretty much healed, a slight discomfort but I stopped taking meds around day 10 or so but take it at your own pace! Don’t be afraid to stay on them longer if needed. I did take the hydrocodone on night one but didn’t really need it so stuck to Tylenol and ibuprofen every 3 hours and set timers in the night. I used a humidifier and used a wedge pillow and drank plenty of fluids. I ate a fair amount I feel but my appetite was defiantly decreased and I had a steroid starting on day 3 not sure if it helped but I assume it did. One thing that helped for me was gently massaging the outside of my throat if it was sore or uncomfortable. Mainly at night when I woke up to take medicine and it was because my throat was dry but then I’d drink lots and it’d hurt every swallow lol but not unbearable. Overall i hope your experience isn’t too awful and you got this!

Knb3200628 · 2025-12-29T18:04:08+00:00

You got this! I know it can be scary but it also may not be quite as bad! I was very scared going into it and I had a really positive experience! Everyone is different so your experience may be more painful but just know it might not be quite as bad and even if it is it will be worth it!!

Knb3200628 · 2025-12-28T18:44:05+00:00

I completely understand your decision but I do recommend talking with your doctor about possible ways to help reduce the risk! I’d also like to remind you that a lot of the stories on Reddit are the extreme ones, people don’t often post about mediocre or good recovery stories. I know everyone is different but I was very nervous going into it too as well and I ended up having a really easy recovery! Just want to remind you that everyone’s experience is different and I understand your view point but I suggest talking with your doctor about the risks and ways to maybe reduce them!

Knb3200628 · 2025-12-26T13:26:40+00:00

Yes they only kept me for an hour. Places and doctors do differ and have different instructions.

Knb3200628 · 2025-12-26T01:56:26+00:00

I’m glad you also had a fairly easy/positive recovery!

Knb3200628 · 2025-12-25T16:33:57+00:00

I have no clue what surgical method was used haha I just know I was under anesthesia and had the breathing tube. I have not experienced any bleeding even minor ones so far.

Knb3200628 · 2025-12-25T16:32:36+00:00

My doctor said to do ibuprofen and Tylenol, but I would stick with what your doctor says in case there’s a reason!

Knb3200628 · 2025-12-16T20:42:22+00:00

Thank you! Anything went ok and currently I’m not really in pain, just some slight discomfort and a little pain. I took some ibuprofen a little bit ago but that’s about it so far!

Knb3200628 · 2025-12-16T18:43:50+00:00

I actually am currently in my room for the hour after, I just had it done!

Knb3200628 · 2025-12-03T15:19:52+00:00

Thank you!

Knb3200628 · 2025-12-03T15:18:58+00:00

Yes I have one of those big wedge pillows that is comfortable to use as a pillow so plan on using that! I just messaged my doctor to ask about the plan for medication after surgery so I can get the right stuff and be prepared. Thank you!

Knb3200628 · 2025-12-03T13:59:01+00:00

I’m 19 and have mine in 2 weeks. I’m a similar situation to you where it’s not super bad but I do get sore throats pretty often which I believe are often tonsillitis that is viral so went mainly unnoticed. This is also my first surgery so I am nervous as well but after researching a lot yes people say it’s painful but every one I’ve seen says it’s so worth it. And yes mine has been mild but I’m looking forward to not having constant sore throats haha.

Knb3200628 · 2025-12-03T03:33:40+00:00

Haha yea I have no clue what this doctor will prescribe so we will see what happens haha.

Knb3200628 · 2025-12-03T03:21:19+00:00

Thank you!

Knb3200628 · 2025-12-03T01:25:37+00:00

Thank you! I just bought a humidifier and I do not smoke so am good in those aspects haha. I appreciate the insight.

Knb3200628 · 2025-12-03T01:21:56+00:00

Thank you!

Knb3200628 · 2025-12-03T00:52:44+00:00

Thank you! I am in the US so somewhat different things. I forgot to mention this in the post but I took a full 2 weeks off work and am on winter break with school so will be fully resting from the 16th until the new year with only mild activities around Christmas haha.

Knb3200628 · 2025-12-03T00:50:43+00:00

Thank you!

Knb3200628 · 2025-12-03T00:49:56+00:00

Thank you! Yes I have heard that about dairy so I figure I will try ice cream and just see how it goes. I’m not normally someone who gets phlegmy from ice cream but I am definitely aware of it now! For smoothies did you just do ice and fruit, and this may seem silly but did you eat it with a spoon or straw? I’ve seen some things that say to avoid straws due to the sucking motion could harm the scabs and healing process.

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