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1. There is only one pharyngeal tonsil, even though it's often referred to in the plural sense, and when it becomes infected (or hypertrophy) it is then called an adenoid. So only one adenoid.
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Can a dog have adenoids?
A dog does have adenoids. When the adenoids in dogs become a problem; such as snoring and chronic throat infections, the adenoids can be removed.
Where are adenoids located in the pharynx?
The adenoids are located in the nasopharynx.
What is the medical term meaning inflammation of the adenoids?
Adenoiditis is inflammation of the adenoids.
What is the lymphoid tissue behind the nasal cavity called?
Adenoids
What is adenotonsillitis?
"Adeno" refers to the adenoids, and "adenoidosis" is inflamation of the adenoids (either of two abnormally enlarged masses of lymphoid tissue at the back of the pharynx that usually obstruct the nasal and ear passages). So I believe "adenotonisillitis" would be tonsillitis with the adenoids infected, too, which can be very painful.
What are adenoids?
Adenoids are lymph nodes located in the throat. They are commonly called "tonsils."
What is the whitish material that collects in the adenoids and comes out when the adenoids are pressed?
Tonsol stones
How much do adenoids make an hour?
What??Adenoids are glands that are positioned near the back of your throat, behind your tonsils.I am confident in saying that adenoids do not earn ANYthing an hour.
Can adenoids cause ear infections?
Yes, if the adenoids are swollen. They will block the ear canal.
Where are adenoids found in the human body?
The adenoids are lymph tssue located behind the nasal area.
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 is the largest lymphatic organs in the body are the tonsils and adenoids?
The largest lymphatic organs in the body are the tonsils and adenoids.
