It is possible for yourtonsilsand adenoids to grow back following atonsillectomyoradenoidectomyif small nests of tissue escape detection during surgery.
Even a very tiny amount of tissue can cause them to grow back.
However, this isn’t a common occurrence.
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At this point, they begin to shrink.
Typically when you have your tonsils removed, your surgeon will use a method known asextracapsular tonsillectomy.
This means that your surgeon will remove all the tonsil tissue during your surgery.
The risk of tonsil regrowth with tonsillotomy is rare and typically occurs in young children.
How Can I Tell If My Tonsils Have Grown Back?
This is generally not a concern unless they start causing problems.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, it is possible to have adenoid stones.
These are known as “adenoliths” and are much less common than tonsil stones.
Like tonsil stones, adenoliths are capable of causinghalitosis(bad breath).
If stones persist, they may call for adenoid removal.
Yes, you could get your tonsils removed because oftonsil stones.
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