My little brother had the same thing when he was about 3. He also stopped breathing during the night. The surgery was a success, and he handled it quite well. Little trooper. I think it was more nerve-wrecking for mum than for him. Mum stayed with him in hospital. He was really quiet the whole time, but ate HEAPS of icecream . Apparently that helped cool the throat.

Sorry, no real advice here. Just thought I would share. After the surgery he slept MUCH better and wasn't sick as often any more (no colds, breathing or eating difficulties or anything).

Good luck to your little one