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| Me and my son (Ashton) @ Angels Stadium (2013) |
I recently had a Radical Neck Dissection/Tonsillectomy to remove throat cancer. I discovered a few good tips that I wanted to pass on to those who may be suffering in pain and are looking for some suggestions on how to make the pain go away. I hope they help you like they did me.
- I was having BAD ear pain so I tried Similisan Children’s Earache Relief drops. I would add a few drops in the ear and top it off with some cotton. Any brand should be fine.
- Gargle with warm salt water as soon as you wake up for the first week. This will keep you from clearing your throat - which will HURT.
- My doctor prescribed Percoset and I added in a few liquid Ibuprofen capsules. Adding the Ibuprofen really made a difference. (I checked with them before I did this - you might want to do the same.)
- Keep your nose clear. I have bad allergies and sinus problems. A couple of days after coming home I used my Astelin nasal spray and it really helped out with my pain. I wish I would have used it sooner.
- Drink water before going to bed. Your throat will dry out during sleep and hydrating it before bedtime will allow you to sleep better.
- Elevate your head when you sleep. Tuck a few extra pillows back there and you should be OK.
