Medication used to reduce nausea following tonsillectomies linked with increased risk of bleeding

Use of the steroid medication dexamethasone is effective in reducing nausea and vomiting after tonsillectomies for children, but also is associated with an increased risk of postoperative bleeding, according to a study in the December 10 issue of JAMA.

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<p><a href="http://www.physorg.com/news148067457.html">Medication used to reduce nausea following tonsillectomies linked with increased risk of bleeding</a></p> <p>Use of the steroid medication dexamethasone is effective in reducing nausea and vomiting after tonsillectomies for children, but also is associated with an increased risk of postoperative bleeding, according to a study in the December 10 issue of JAMA.</p>