Do tonsils need to be removed?

Tonsilar enlargement should be removed after considering the cause, symptoms, tonsil size and function, age and other health issues. It is necessary to fully communicate with the doctor to understand the risks and benefits of surgery before making a decision. Whether tonsilar enlargement needs to be removed should be decided according to the specific situation. The following are some factors to consider: There are many causes of tonsillar enlargement, such as infection, allergies, autoimmune diseases, etc. If the tonsillar enlargement is caused by infection, it usually subsides after the infection is controlled. However, if the tonsillar enlargement is caused by other causes, further treatment or surgery may be required. Symptoms: Enlarged tonsils may cause symptoms such as sore throat, difficulty swallowing, snoring, difficulty breathing, etc. If symptoms seriously affect quality of life, or cause other health problems, removal may be considered. Tonsil size and function: Your doctor will evaluate the size and function of your tonsils. Age: Children's tonsils play an important role in the development of the immune system, so treatment for tonsillar enlargement may be more cautious. In general, doctors will try conservative treatment first, such as antibiotics and symptomatic treatment. If tonsillar enlargement persists or causes serious problems, removal may be considered. Other health issues: If the patient has other health problems, such as heart disease, diabetes, immune deficiencies, etc., removal of tonsils may increase the risk of surgery and requires adequate evaluation and preparation before surgery. It should be noted that tonsitectomy is a surgery. Although it is minimally invasive surgery, there are still certain risks, such as bleeding and infection. Before deciding whether to remove tonsils, patients should fully communicate with their doctors to understand the risks and benefits of surgery and make decisions based on their own circumstances. Key information: The need for tonsillar enlargement should be considered based on factors such as cause, symptoms, tonsil size and function, age, and other health problems. Before making a decision, patients should fully communicate with their doctor about the risks and benefits of surgery.