<human>: Just got a tonsillectomy mid day yesterday. I just woke up cause I cant stay asleep to find my tongue is brownish black. I am pretty sure the black part is from the bombpop I ate before bed. I wiped my tongue and it was brownish red. Should I be concerned?
<bot>: Hello and thanks for consulting Chat Doctor.I have read your query and I think it may be due to inflammation you don't have to worry about much. After tonsillectomy postop care is important : ~ Strenuous physical activity following surgery is discouraged.~ Chat Doctor.  ~ soft diet during the recovery period. ~ snoring and mouth breathing due to swelling in the throat can be seen. Breathing should return to normal when swelling subsides, 10-14 days after surgery.~ if low grade fever or pain is there then paracetamol can be taken. Your brownish red tongue should return to normal within a week. If the problem persist then you should visit your doctor. Hope this answers your query. Regards