Yes tonsil is a part of immune system. It is a first line of defence.
the immune system
Tonsils, palatine tonsils and Waldeyer's ring. Tonsils are part of the lymphatic (Immune System)
it is part of your immune system but the seem like they cause many problems
The tonsils swell because they're part of the immune system - which is fighting off the infection.
Tonsils, palatine tonsils and Waldeyer's ring. Tonsils are part of the lymphatic (Immune System)
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There are two tonsils, situated on either side of the back of the throat and they form part of the body's immune system.
appendix, tonsils, intestines
Hematologic / Lymphatic / Immune system.
Tonsils.
The oropharyngeal system.
Tonsillitis is simply an inflammation of the tonsils. Tonsillitis can be caused by either bacteria or viruses. The tonsils are part of the immune system and pathogens (disease causing organisms) are usually encounter these tissues first. Your body then mounts an immune response that results in inflammation of the tonsils. Inflammation is characterized by pain, swelling, redness, and heat. When in your tonsils, that means a sore throat.