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The tonsils are part of the body's immune system. Because of their location at the throat and palate, they can stop germs entering the body through the mouth or the nose. The tonsils also contain a lot of white blood cells, which are responsible for killing germs.
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∙ 12y agoThe tonsils are important because they kill any bacteria that enters the mouth. They also produce t-cells that also kill and eliminate and bacteria. But the T-cells go every where in the mouth not just the mouth.
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∙ 11y agoYour tonsils are a waste of space, let's face it who likes a sore throat. Take them out as soon as you can.
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∙ 11y agoThey might swell up and get inflamed giving rise to cough and sore throat during a cold
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∙ 12y agoTonsils are not used anymore
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∙ 12y agoReading books.
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∙ 10y agoThey fight infections.
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What gets removed during a tonsillectomy?
Both the tonsils are removed during tonsillectomy
Is zero absolute eosinophils dangerous?
Yes because it cause cold tonsils
What makes tonsils spread from person to person?
Tonsils are organs like your tongue. They do not spread. What can be spread is infection of the tonsils called tonsillitis. This infection a strept throat and this bacteria can be spread from one person to another like a cold would.
Is banana good to eat during detox diet?
when banana intake is more it gives rise to tonsils, cold and other sttufs.it depends on your body whether the banana is suitable for your body or not.
Is coughing a symptom of enlarged tonsils?
It could be, but not necessarily. Coughing is more likely due to a cold or flu.
What are Types of tonsils?
Tonsils, palatine tonsils and Waldeyer's ring. Tonsils are part of the lymphatic (Immune System)
What are the Two Throat-hanging Tissues Often Removed During Childhood called?
Tonsils
What tonsils are located at the back of the tongue?
lingual tonsils
The pharyngeal tonsils are also called the adenoids?
Palatine tonsils and adenoids are NOT synonymous. Palatine tonsils, sometimes called faucial tonsils, are found at the back of the throat. Adenoids are the pharyngeal tonsils, located in the back of the nasal cavity.
What tonsils can be found in the oral cavity?
Tonsils, palatine tonsils and Waldeyer's ring. Tonsils are part of the lymphatic (Immune System)
What are the three tonsils?
There are FIVE pairs of tonsils in the pharynx or throat, though the exact number will differ depending on the textbook:Nasal (lymphatic tissue in the nose)Adenoids/Pharangeal/Luschka (nasopharynx)Palatine (oropharynx)Tubal (pharynx side of the auditory tubes)Lingual (oropharynx)Note: the cerebellar tonsil is a structure in the brain.
Is tonsils singular?
No, it is plural, you have two tonsils in your throat.
