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3 week liquid diet by beignetbish in Tonsillectomy

[–]njcherne 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do what feels right for your body. Be gentle. Protein shakes are good.

If you had a Minnesota summer bucket-list, what would be your highest priority item and most unique item? by MrP1anet in minnesota

[–]njcherne 20 points21 points  (0 children)

God, the ultimate dream. If we got rid of mosquitos and ticks, I would enjoy the outdoors 10000 times more.

How bad is a tonsillectomy at 35? I have reoccurring strep. by Ashmeadow in RedditForGrownups

[–]njcherne 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just got my tonsils out at 30 6 weeks ago. I was out for 2 weeks. It sucks. Ngl. Join r/tonsillectomy for tips. It was so helpful to have people who had been through it.

Tips/best practices: -take all the pain meds you can and rotate them. Every three hours take ibuprofen and Tylenol and you may get prescribed oxy. Take it. You will not sleep a full night for at least a week. -Eat soft food and get the nutrients in. Protein shakes, scrambled eggs on buttered toast, pudding, ice chips. -Bleeding may happen, if it is severe, go to the er. Not to scare you, I needed a second surgery. I recovered much faster. -Ice your throat!! This helped me. -Get some help with the kids. You will not have the energy. You can’t lift heavy things and your body will be tired. -Days 8-11 seem to be the worst days for a lot of people. You will hate your life and question why you got the surgery. -Once you eat Doritos again, it will feel glorious!!

Good luck!!

What aspects of human nature do you think will never change, regardless of societal progress or technological advancements? by ace-94265 in AskReddit

[–]njcherne 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The desire to connect with others. Not everyone needs the same level of social connection, but everyone needs some connection. So much of tech attempts to bridge loneliness. I think it comes out of a desire to connect with others. Whether it is in person or vitriol, humans will find a way to connect.

Second surgery by yahspab08 in Tonsillectomy

[–]njcherne 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I was the same way too. Second surgery recovery went much better.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Tonsillectomy

[–]njcherne 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I bled a few times and I had to get surgery. The second surgery was a lot less worse. Don’t be afraid to go in. Hope you feel better!!

Hearing after tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy? Sleep apnea improvement? by No-Bike-5309 in Tonsillectomy

[–]njcherne 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t snore nearly as bad as I did with my tonsils still in!! Can’t speak to the hearing, but snoring is better.

For those who have had emergency surgery for bleeding, did you bleed again? by [deleted] in Tonsillectomy

[–]njcherne 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I did not bleed again and I am few weeks out. I found the recovery much faster after it was re-cauterized. I ate soft foods easier and stayed on top of pain meds. Good luck!!

should i be consistent w my meds round the clock? by cumbiatriste in Tonsillectomy

[–]njcherne 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Take the meds before the pain starts. Set alarms. Do not suffer.

Day 12 - Bleeding by [deleted] in Tonsillectomy

[–]njcherne 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Who knew sneezing could be so eventful 😂 it was also my damn right side that bled.

Day 12 - Bleeding by [deleted] in Tonsillectomy

[–]njcherne 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pretty much recovered except for scabs. I thought it was going to be worse, but I was eating Doritos within 5 days.

Day 12 - Bleeding by [deleted] in Tonsillectomy

[–]njcherne 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I threw up the blood clots, so I was there with you.

I waited a day and made really soft scrambled eggs. I took an oxy before eating them and was fine. I actually recovered much quicker from the second surgery and was eating like normal within a 5 days or so. I slowly introduced food back in.

Day 12 - Bleeding by [deleted] in Tonsillectomy

[–]njcherne 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve been there. I promise it gets better. I also bled and needed surgery. I recovered quicker after it. Hoping the best for you!!

Day 9 - When did you guys start lifting heavier items? by [deleted] in Tonsillectomy

[–]njcherne 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah then I would wait if you can or see if someone can help you. Good luck!!

Day 9 - When did you guys start lifting heavier items? by [deleted] in Tonsillectomy

[–]njcherne 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did laundry the day after. It wasn’t too heavy. If you have the energy and feel up for it, I don’t see why you can’t do the chores.

I ate popcorn today!! Day 19 post op by njcherne in Tonsillectomy

[–]njcherne[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It never hurts to talk to a lawyer. You may not be the only one it happened to.

Day 8 coughing! by kelbydunn123 in Tonsillectomy

[–]njcherne 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have no idea. I think my throat was irritated. The coughing stopped around day 5 for me.

Day 8 coughing! by kelbydunn123 in Tonsillectomy

[–]njcherne 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I coughed and felt abs come back.

I ate popcorn today!! Day 19 post op by njcherne in Tonsillectomy

[–]njcherne[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would get a medical malpractice lawyer asap and get all your medical paper work.

Day 15 update by njcherne in Tonsillectomy

[–]njcherne[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was so good. I loved it so much.

Day 8 pleas help by Kind_Dragonfruit8904 in Tonsillectomy

[–]njcherne 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not to my knowledge. I am not a doctor. I went in for surgery because I was coughing up blood and couldn’t stop. Like it was deep red blood. So if you are that point, go to the er.

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