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Tonsillectomy

Description:

A tonsillectomy refers to the surgical removal of the tonsils, which are two small masses of lymphatic tissue situated at the back of the throat. This procedure is commonly performed to alleviate chronic or recurrent tonsillitis, improve breathing, and treat other conditions related to the tonsils.

Senses:

Noun: The surgical removal of the tonsils.

Sample Sentences:

Noun:

1. My doctor advised me to undergo a tonsillectomy to cure my chronic tonsillitis.
2. The tonsillectomy was scheduled for next week, and I was a bit nervous about the procedure.
3. After the tonsillectomy, the patient experienced a sore throat for a few days.

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