Patient's question:
After the tonsillectomy, the doctor sutured the larger blood vessels. Do I need to have the stitches removed? If not, how long will it take for them to fall off? The child often makes a coughing sound like tonsillitis after the surgery. What could be the reason for this?Doctor's answer:
In this case, if the suture is absorbable, it does not need to be removed as it will absorb on its own. However, if the suture is non-absorbable, it needs to be removed. The typical suture removal time after a tonsillectomy is 7 days. During the 5-7 days after surgery, it is important to avoid spicy foods and not consume overly hot foods. If the surgery is performed in the summer, you may consider consuming more cold drinks. Pay attention to a light diet, avoiding raw, cold, spicy, and irritating foods that can cause inflammation. Maintain regular bowel movements, and use salt water to rinse your mouth before and after meals.