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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.
Will removing tonsils stop snoring?
Yes; removing tonsils and adenoids doesn't cut down on the number of times someone gets strep throat, but it does cut down on the severity of illness.
What is the medical term meaning inflammation of the adenoids?
Adenoiditis is inflammation of the adenoids.
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.
What is the lymphoid tissue behind the nasal cavity called?
Adenoids
Where are adenoids found in the human body?
The adenoids are lymph tssue located behind the nasal area.
Are the adenoids part of the immune systems?
Yes adenoids are part of immune system. It is the first line of defense.
What is the medical term meaning increased development of adenoids?
Adenoidal hypertrophy is overgrowth of the adenoids.
What surgical procedure might be performed on a 40 year-old obese man to treat sleep apnea?
uvulopalatopharyngoplasty, or UPPP procedure. This procedure is performed to enlarge the airway by removing or shortening the uvula and removing the tonsils and adenoids, if present, as well as part of the soft palate or roof of the mouth.
