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What is the purpose of the palatine tonsil?

The tonsils form a broken ring under the mucous membranes in the mouth and back of the throat and they are called the pharyngeal lymphoid ring. This ring includes the palatine tonsils, located on each side of throat, the pharyngeal tonsils, located near posterior opening of nasal cavity and the lingual tonsils, located near base of the tongue.They protect against bacteria that may invade tissues around the openings between the nasal and oral cavities.


What does it look like when you have bad tonsils?

Depending on how severe your tonsillitis is , you may have some of the following symptons: Sore throat ( feels like you're swallowing glass), headaches, fever, swollen glands, and sometimes you will sleep for long periods of time. B. B. N. A. Tonsillitis is a case of sore throat (swollen and inflamed tonsils) it is usually viral but can also be caused by Strep. It is easily cured with an antibiotic (if bacterial). If you have frequent recurring episodes or your tonsils stay enlarged and obstruct your throat, you may need to get your tonsils removced, they usually do this if you've had more than 3 episodes within 1-2 years and yes it is like swallowing glass but after a couple of days on the antibiotics your throat should be feel better. It can also be caused by mononucleosis and even rarely by gonorrhea. It is contagious. Barney9


What causes white spots on tonsils and throat and swollen glands?

if it is painful it is an infection most likely strep. Sometimes yeast usually in young kids and babies. If it is not painful, smells bad , and comes off easily, it may be chewed food that gets trapped and collects in the pockets and grooves of tonsils. Later to be pushed out as a rotten ball of food.


Why is my eyelid swollen in the corner and it hurts to blink?

Your eyelid may be swollen in the corner and hurts due to an eye infection. You could have something like pink eye or even a sty in your eye.


Are you in a lot of pain after you have just had your tonsils taken out?

You may be in a lot of pain for a few days, but it should not persist. I had my tonsils taken out, and it hut for a while. At times you may not be able to talk because your throat hurts so much. In about a week, basically all your pain should go away. Of course, I also had my adnoids taken out, so it might be a little different. Hope this helped!

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Can you give me a sentence with the word tonsils?

My throat is swollen as well as my tonsils so it may be a sign of strep throat or needing of removal of the tonsils.


What is the purpose of the palatine tonsil?

The tonsils form a broken ring under the mucous membranes in the mouth and back of the throat and they are called the pharyngeal lymphoid ring. This ring includes the palatine tonsils, located on each side of throat, the pharyngeal tonsils, located near posterior opening of nasal cavity and the lingual tonsils, located near base of the tongue.They protect against bacteria that may invade tissues around the openings between the nasal and oral cavities.


Can tonsillitis make you lose weight?

No having tonsillitis cannot make you overweight. You will get a sore throat, swollen glands and may have to have your tonsils. == ==


Why does it feel like there is a lump in your throat when you have a cough too?

Well, you may have strep throat, or even swollen tonsils or adenoids. The only way to know is to let your doctor take a peek and see.


When do you get your tonsils taken out?

Some people never have to get their tonsils out and most doctors will only do it if you get tonsillitis. Symptons are severe sore throat and the back of your mouth willl be swollen and may have white gunk. The swollen things are your tonsils. It can also cause yu t have lumps sticking out of your neck due to the swollen tonsils. You can also have similar symptons to a cold such as painful swalloing, coughing, headache and fever. Doctors can give you penicilin as treament.


Can somebody tell you why your friends tonsils have disappeared without surgery?

His tonsillitis and the enlarged tonsils it causes may have disappeared. His tonsils may now have shrunk to their normal smaller size.


Will hot water help with tonsil swelling?

No, and it could make it worse. Heat should not be applied to anything swollen. Swelling is usually helped by cold, not heat. But if it is your tonsils, you may need to find out if you need to have them removed.


What does it look like when you have bad tonsils?

Depending on how severe your tonsillitis is , you may have some of the following symptons: Sore throat ( feels like you're swallowing glass), headaches, fever, swollen glands, and sometimes you will sleep for long periods of time. B. B. N. A. Tonsillitis is a case of sore throat (swollen and inflamed tonsils) it is usually viral but can also be caused by Strep. It is easily cured with an antibiotic (if bacterial). If you have frequent recurring episodes or your tonsils stay enlarged and obstruct your throat, you may need to get your tonsils removced, they usually do this if you've had more than 3 episodes within 1-2 years and yes it is like swallowing glass but after a couple of days on the antibiotics your throat should be feel better. It can also be caused by mononucleosis and even rarely by gonorrhea. It is contagious. Barney9


The Dr could not find your tonsils but you never had them removed?

Tonsils regress after childhood and may be almost unnoticable in any adult.


Can you be awake getting your tonsils?

Only if absolutely necessary. Your tonsils do not need to be taken out unless something happens to them that may need their removal.


Can swollen adonoids and swollen tonsils be dangerous to a child while sleeping?

In severe cases, yes, but the swelling usually happens rather gradually such that the child will awaken if/when it becomes a real problem. If he's still asleep, it may create snoring or interrupted breaths, but is not likely to be a serious problem. On the other hand, if you're worried about it, it's best to see a doctor.


Which animals don't have tonsils?

The rat and pigeon both absence functional tonsils.