“How long does a child stay in hospital after having tonsils out?”
My daughter will have a tonsillectomy. How long does a child stay in hospital after having tonsils out?
2 Answers
Jamie Woodley
Pathologist | Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology
Most children recover in 7 to 10 days after an overnight stay. During this time, you should not travel.
It depends on the comorbidities like obesity or other medical issues, normally 1-5 days.
