Characterization of pain in the first two weeks after tonsillectomy in children 3 to 8 years old. A pilot study.

Introduction and objective: To study the pain in children is a challenge. Tonsillectomy very common painful surgical procedure which there are still barriers to warrant an adequate management. The purpose of this characterize after surgery between 3 8 years-old who underwent tonsillectomy.
 Method: We performed descriptive, observational prospective aged tonsillectomy. data collection was made through questionnaire based intensity from 0-10 Wong Baker scale (based on drawn faces). Parents also fulfilled other questions about days that could not attend school working parents themselves lost. analgesic treatment each child received recorded.
 Results: Twenty-nine patient were included, 14 girls 15 boys with median age 4. highest level found second day value 3,0. This so chosen compare indications. 3,0 when it for obstructive disease, but 4,0 obstruction associated facial growth disorders. Children lost at their 2 work one.
 Discussion: Our limited suggest long-term side effects upper airway due tonsillar hypertrophy like disorders more had our environment greater impact patients lifes. It appears be important stablish scheduled first 10 surgery.