The majority of children do not need a tonsillectomy.” But when done for the right reasons, tonsillectomy offers a meaningful ...

An operation to remove the uterus should be called a uterectomy – like the removal of the tonsils is a tonsillectomy, or an ...

The name hysterectomy is rooted in a mental health condition – ‘hysteria’ – that was once believed to affect women ...

The name hysterectomy is rooted in a mental health condition – “hysteria” – that was once believed to affect women. But we now know this condition doesn’t exist. Continuing to call this significant ...

Have you had a tonsillectomy (your tonsils taken out), appendectomy (your appendix removed) or lumpectomy (removal of a lump from your breast)? The suffix “ectomy” denotes surgical removal of the ...

Oropharyngeal cancers pressing near sinus areas: Tumours in the throat, tonsils or tongue base may cause nasal congestion and facial discomfort due to their location close to sinus pathways. Olfactory ...

Mark Daniels, 83, credits CAR T-cell therapy and compassionate care for helping him overcome lymphoma and endure the isolating treatment toll.

Oral cancer, affecting areas from the lips to the oropharynx, often starts subtly, emphasizing the importance of regular ...

Most young Indians, especially gig workers, don’t understand their health insurance until a crisis hits. By then, it’s too ...

Learn about tonsillar hypertrophy, including causes of enlarged tonsils, common symptoms, when a tonsillectomy is needed, and available treatment options for both children and adults.