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Tonsillectomy Must Haves

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I had an amazing tonsillectomy experience. Little to no pain, quick recovery, and I felt great. Quick pointers, you HAVE to stay hydrated. You need to keep your throat moist. I woke up during the night to drink water. I also slept ALMOST UPRIGHT to h...
 
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As bad as it is, your breath is going to stink. These help so much because they are gentler further back on your tongue than a toothbrush is.
Grin Tongue Cleaner - 32 ct - Disposable, Hygienic Scraper, Made with Recycled Plastic, Safe Fold-Back Pick, Promotes Fresh Breath
 
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I lived off these suckers. They helped so much and they actually tasted good. They work and I recommend them.
Lolleez Organic Throat Soothing Pop - Birthday Cake, 15 CT
 
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You do swell and this helped me so much! The first five days or so I used this at least twice a day. It was phenomenal.
Jaw Ice Pack, Face Ice Pack for Wisdom Teeth, Jaw Ice Wrap with 4 Reusable Hot Cold Therapy Gel Packs for Facial & Oral Surgery, TMJ, Head and Chin Pain Relief, Dental Implant
 
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Pain medicine made me absolutely nauseous. I did use it the first few days but I used Tylenol way more. I even used it throughout the night.
Tylenol Extra Strength Acetaminophen 500 MG Caplets, 24 Count, 100 Count, 200 Count, 50 Count, 225 Count
 
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I know this seems stupid and too expensive and I totally understand. But even as a high school senior, I am still messy. And when I was drinking in the middle of the night, I was so glad I had my drink closed. Having a cup in general promoted me to d...
Era 40oz | Blue Agave
 
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I loved this. And I really could tell a difference on the night I decided I could sleep without it. It keeps the air you are breathing moist and really helps keep your scabs hydrated. I had this facing me so I had the cold mist directly on my face.
Vicks 1 Gallon Filter Free Cool Mist Humidifier, 400 Sq ft, White, VUL545
 
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These taste AMAZING. And they cool your throat down and I could not get enough of these. Also you get into a lazy period and they help just balance things going on in your body while you’re just laying around healing.
Pedialyte Electrolyte Solution Freezer Pops, Variety Pack, Pack of 16
 
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These toothbrushes are smaller and are better while you are healing. You can get in more places and its easier to handle.
Dr. Fresh Brand Kids Non-Slip Handle Toothbrushes with Tongue Cleaner, Soft, 5 Count