Knowledgebase: Cough, Congestion, and Ears

Questions about the managment of coughs and congestion, as well as ear infections.

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6. Should My child's Tonsils be taken out? - Top

The only time we have tonsils taken out anymore is when there is repeated infections (strep 6 times in a year, tonsillitis 3 times in a season) or true Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). OSA is not just snoring, it is those people who really do stop breathing and hold their breath and snort all night.

Tonsillectomy will not help prevent ear infections or colds. - Updated: March 9, 2001

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