my 16 year old daughter is 6 days post surgery (tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy). Needless to say, shes miserable. Barely tolerating swallowing water, but Ive noticed a bright red flush to her cheek(s) depending on what side shes sleeping on. Is this normal or could it be sign of infection? Thank you.
Hello, Welcome to Chat Doctor .com, and thanks for sharing your concern with us. As you mentioned that these red flushes are dependent on which side she's sleeping on so Such red flush are just contact reaction due to sleeping position which is not of much clinical significance and will resolve on its own. If any fever, pain, swelling, warmth around area develops then contact your healthcare providers. I wish you good health. Best Chat Doctor. OMAR