Tonsils and Adenoids- should they stay or should they go?

In this episode we are joined by pediatric otolaryngologist Dr. Erynne Faucett to discuss tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy. We review the anatomy- why do we even have tonsils and adenoids? We discuss signs and symptoms of enlarged tonsils and adenoids, as well as review the indications for tonsil and adenoid removal and what to expect from the procedure and recovery process.