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Before we evolved into what we are today, before we lived on the land, our tonsils would have been, what are known today as gills on a fish. As we developed, what were gills slowly were grown over , and eventually, became part of our new throat. If you don't believe in evolution, then I have no answer, sorry.
Actually, the tonsils area part of the immune system that now don't do much good because they were made to combat earlier diseases. But they actually are helpful and make the rest of of your immune system not have to work as hard.
What else can I help you with?
What does a doctor remove with tonsils?
tonsils are the things hanging at the back of your throat, they are not a tool used by a doctor.
What do your tonsles do?
Your tonsils used to help digest food that cave men ate but we still have them now. Our tonsils can now keep dust out of our bodies but if your suffering from tonsillitis ill agree tonsils can be a pain.
What are Types of tonsils?
Tonsils, palatine tonsils and Waldeyer's ring. Tonsils are part of the lymphatic (Immune System)
What is the lump where the tonsils used to be?
The lump where the tonsils used to be is often a result of scar tissue or healing after the tonsils have been removed. This lump should gradually reduce in size as the healing process progresses. If there are concerns about the lump or if it becomes painful, it is best to consult with a healthcare provider for further evaluation.
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 gets removed during a tonsillectomy?
Both the tonsils are removed during tonsillectomy
How do you spell tonsels?
The correct spelling is "tonsils."
Which of these is part of lymphatic system?
Tonsils.
Is tonsils singular?
No, it is plural, you have two tonsils in your throat.
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.
If the tonsils are taken out can you still get tonsillitis?
No, if you have no tonsils then you cannot have inflamed tonsils.
