By Mr Julian Hamann
30.05.22
ENT specialist
When should tonsils be removed?
Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy are procedures that remove tissues at the back of the mouth; the tonsils and adenoids respectively. Revered consultant ENT and thyroid surgeon, Mr Julian Hamman, based in Tunbridge Wells, discusses these procedures. He explains the roles of these tissues, why they might need to be removed, and what factors may influence the decision.