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The tonsils are areas of lymphoid tissue on either side of the throat. An infection of the tonsils is called tonsillitis. Most commonly, the term "tonsils" refers to the palatine tonsils that can be seen in the back of the throat. Like other organs of the lymphatic system, the tonsils act as part of the immune system to help protect against infection. In particular, they are believed to be involved...


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    Tonsillitis occurs when tonsils become infected and swell. ... The surgical procedure to remove tonsils is called a tonsillectomy. ...

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    What are tonsils and adenoids? The tonsils are two clumps of tissue, on either side of the throat, embedded in a pocket at the side of the palate (roof of ...

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i don't know if i should be worried about my tonsils. they look swollen but...

go to the doctor....might be just a bad cold or strep.

Asked by Mary D - 14 months ago

Can your tonsils grow back after being removed?
I have heard in numerous places that your tonsils can grow back after being removed....

Tonsils and adenoids are lymphoid tissue. This is the same tissue that forms large lumps in your neck whenever you have a bad sore throat. (Those lumps are lymph nodes.)...

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    I think my tonsils are swollen but how do i know for sure? When i put my finger were it hurts . And my neck KI S !!! Do i have swollen tonsils or is a simple canker sore...

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    Have any of your children had to get their tonsils out? Heather tends to have frequent throat infections and swollan glands and her tonsils swell very badly. The doctor said she may have

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  • What purpose do tonsils serve?

    Tonsils are a secondary lymphoid organ. Secondary lymphoid organs (such as the lymph nodes) are the places that T-cells and B-cells go to get their "we're being attacked by viruses and bacteria- get out there...

  • What is the purpose of our tonsils?

    tonsils serve a purpose in fending off diseases they help prevent diseases such as chronic sore throats, colds and ear infections...

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