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What Causes Sore Throat And Lightheadedness After Tonsils Removal?

Hi, my son is 9 years old & he had his tonsils/adnoids removed on January 12/12. Now 3 weeks later he started complaining of a sore throat, lightheaded & neckpain on the left side. His temperature is around 97.5. Is it common to have these symptoms 3 weeks after? I Would really appreciate an answer. Thank you.
Mon, 12 Oct 2015
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Hi, after tonsillectomy there are some minor complications which may persist upto 3 weeks and then they gradually disappears. This sore throat, light headedness and neck pain are minor complications of surgery and it will disappear with in 1 week. I hope this has helped you. Wishing your child good health. Take care.
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What Causes Sore Throat And Lightheadedness After Tonsils Removal?

Hi, after tonsillectomy there are some minor complications which may persist upto 3 weeks and then they gradually disappears. This sore throat, light headedness and neck pain are minor complications of surgery and it will disappear with in 1 week. I hope this has helped you. Wishing your child good health. Take care.