Why Can't You Take Ibuprofen After Tonsillectomy?
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According to a 2019 JAMA study, children given ibuprofen after a tonsillectomy experienced a higher rate of severe bleeding that required a return to the operating room compared to those given acetaminophen. This heightened risk is the core reason you can't take ibuprofen after tonsillectomy without a surgeon's specific guidance.
