Tonsillectomy Q&A

A tonsillectomy is a surgical procedure that involves removing the tonsils. The tonsils are part of the immune system and help fight off infections, but sometimes they become swollen and infected, causing discomfort and difficulty in swallowing.

In this video, ENT physician Pao Vang, M.D., with Mayo Clinic Health System, discusses what a tonsillectomy is along with some of the reasons the procedure may be needed. Our ENT specialists at Mayo Clinic Health System provide consultation, diagnosis, and treatment for a range of conditions related to the ears, nose, and throat, including hearing loss, ear infections, nasal obstruction, recurrent or chronic sinusitis, and obstructive sleep apnea.

Our goal is to provide you with all the information you need to feel confident and prepared for your upcoming myringotomy procedure. We believe that with expert medical care and proper preparation, you can have a successful outcome.

Pao Vang, M.D., is a physician in the Otolaryngology (ENT) Department at Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.