House white blood cells to help the body fight infection they’re oval-shaped, pink lumps that sit at the back of throat. Tonsillectomy is the surgical removal of the tonsils.
A tonsillectomy can be performed in many ways; surgeon will use the technique that is best suited for the particular patient. The surgery will be performed under general anesthesia and usually takes around half an hour. Most people can go home the same day after tonsillectomy. The most common ways to take tonsils out include: