This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Diagnostic and operative ENT, Subject name: ENT
After tonsillectomy, secondary haemorrhage occurs 
Select and explain. 
A. Within 24 hours, B. After 2 weeks, C. 5-10 post operative days, D. After a month
C: 5-10 post operative days
Answer: C: 5-10 post operative days 
Explanation: After tonsillectomy primary haemorrhage occurs during surgery reactionary bleeding with in 24 hrs, secondary haemorrhage between 5-10 days Secondary haemorrhage is the result of sepsis and premature separation of the membrane Simple measures like removal of clots, application of adrenaline or hydrogen peroxide usually suffice. For profuse bleeding, electrocoagulation is done Re: Textbook of Ear, Nose and Throat, Dhingra, 6th Edition; Pg no: 430