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Adenoidectomy
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
- After surgery, a sore throat and earache on swallowing are to be expected. Encouraging fluids will help speed recovery from pain.
- Taking liquids is most important for the elimination of throat pain. A mild elevation of temperature usually means the patient is not taking enough liquids.
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Pain medication may be taken as needed. Tylenol elixir, Tylenol chewable, or Tylenol with codeine elixir is recommended for pain. You will receive a prescription for Tylenol with codeine elixir if appropriate for the child's age. DO NOT USE ASPIRIN, ASPERGUM, ADVIL, MOTRIN, OR SIMILAR MEDICATIONS UNLESS DIRECTED TO DO SO BY YOUR PHYSICIAN.
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Call our office at 913-764-2737 if child has a temperature elevation of 101º F or greater in the first 48 hours or persistent vomiting. For temperature elevation after 48 hours or development of a cough, call your pediatrician or primary care physician.
| DIETARY INSTRUCTIONS |
ACTIVITY |
| Encourage liquids. |
The day of surgery, motor skills may be impaired. |
| No restrictions in diet. |
Normal activities may be resumed the dayafter surgery. |
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Children may return to school within 1 to 2 days. |
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