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You may have heard of a tonsillectomy procedure, but do you really understand how the procedure is performed? Dr. Payam Daneshrad of Daneshrad Clinic in Santa Monica and Torrance, California is here to educate you on the surgical and recovery aspects of the tonsillectomy procedure. What is a tonsillectomy?

If you are one of the millions of people who suffer from nasal congestion, you know how difficult it can be to get through the day. Whether you are trying to go to work or school, or just trying to take care of your daily tasks, nasal congestion can make everything more difficult.

Patients who deal with swelling of the blood vessels in the nose may find themselves dealing with issues such as nasal congestion and mucus drainage. This, in turn, can be problematic and impact one’s quality of life.

Dr. Payam Danesrad is an ENT professional that works with both children and adults. In some cases, he may perform common procedures such as the tonsillectomy. A tonsillectomy is a surgery during which the tonsils in the throat are permanently removed.

Chronic sinusitis can impact a patient’s quality of life each and every day. A stuffy nose, painful sinuses, and other problems result in discomfort that can keep patients from participating in activities and social events. It can also make them feel as though each day is a struggle.

If you’ve ever experienced a cold that didn’t seem like it would let up, or experienced sinus blockage for extended periods of time without relief, you may have had a condition known as sinusitis. Sinusitis is an infection or inflammation that occurs in the sinus cavities of the face.