Breathing problems after surgery. This is actually a very uncommon complication of surgery, but it is often incorrectly diagnosed by other doctors. This is because the tonsils heal with a white scab, which gives the throat the appearance of a severe bacterial infection. Also, fever in the first 24 hours after surgery is extremely common and is NOT a sign of infection. Almost all children will have some pain following surgery.
Children vary enormously.
Sore throat and ear pain are the most common complaints. Children with large tonsils and adenoids tend to have a muffled voice. You and other family members are accustomed to this voice. You may be somewhat surprised or disturbed by the change in your child's voice after surgery. Swallowing and speaking problems.