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Had Tonsillectomy, White Tissue Disappearing. Is It Scar Tissue?

I am 65 yr old female and had tonsillectomy on Sep 24. The healing is progressing with white tissue gradually disappearing, however I have noticed that there is a string of tissue hanging from top to bottom on left side of tonsil area. I can see through it. Is it scar tissue? Will it go away eventually? Does it need to be removed? Could it cause problems if not removed?
Fri, 11 Oct 2013
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Hi,
From history it seems that you might be having severe upper respiratory tract infection.
As you started antibiotic, wait for 1-2 days more to start its effect.
Once your infection starts subsiding, you will get good relief after 2-3 days.
Continue with cough syrup.
Do salt water gargles.
Ok and take care.
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Had Tonsillectomy, White Tissue Disappearing. Is It Scar Tissue?

Hi, From history it seems that you might be having severe upper respiratory tract infection. As you started antibiotic, wait for 1-2 days more to start its effect. Once your infection starts subsiding, you will get good relief after 2-3 days. Continue with cough syrup. Do salt water gargles. Ok and take care.